When you think of pyramids does your mind wander to the Pyramids of Giza in
Egypt or the Mayan Temples of Guatemala? Great civilizations built each of
these pyramids and inscribed their stories onto the walls of them, offering
glimpses into their daily life.
The Pyramids of Meroë in Sudan,
while lesser known, are no different. Today, you can
explore these stunning pyramids, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site, on Google Arts &
Culture.
Over 200 pyramids were constructed in Meroë, the third and
final capital of the Kushite Kingdom, an ancient African civilization that
ruled the lands of Nubia for over 3000 years. Now you can take a virtual walk
through the Pyramids of Meroë and explore the inscriptions using Street View’s
panoramic imagery. You can also learn more about the Kushite Kingdom, their
royalty and the architecture behind the pyramids in an immersive web
experience that’s available in a range of languages including Arabic, English,
French, German and Spanish.
If you want to get even more up close and personal, you can visualize the
pyramids using augmented reality — no matter where you are. You can also
listen to acclaimed Sudanese-American poet Emi Mahmood share evocative
rhymes that are a beautiful ode to her homeland and to this project that
shares Sudan’s rich heritage with others.
We’ve also
partnered with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNESCO) to
bring you more information about Meroë,
Gebel Barkal and Napatan region and Sudan’s
Sanganeb Marine National Park.
Are you ready to explore? Visit
g.co/meroe.
Posted by Mariam Khaled Dabboussi, Product Marketing Manager, Google
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