Pyramid

A Pyramid is a geometric shape is a polyhedron with a polygonal base and a set of triangles which meet at a point. Numerous ancient cultures around the world have built various pyramidal structures. While some silly people have figured that this was because of insights delivered by aliens, the truth is simply that this is a good solid shape for construction in general and with limited technology in praticular. Since most of the mass is near ground the structure is stable.

Real Life Pyramids

• Mesopotamia: The Mesopotamians would often build Ziggarats which were seen as the dwelling places of the gods. Unfortunately these were build from mud brick which tends to erode in rain.
• Egypt: one of the most Iconic pyramids builders, with 118 Pyramids built as tombs for the Pharaohs out of stone. The largest of these Great Pyramid of Giza was 139 meters tall.
• Meso-America: The Maya built numerous pyramids such as Chichen Itza. The Aztecs followed their lead. Often these Pyramids were built bit by bit, with generations adding new layers to make an existing pyramid bigger and better.
• A Bass Pro Shop in Memphis.

Pyramids in Science Fiction

Pyramids often show up in Sci-fi, though typically for architectural reasons. If you are building a huge arcology, a Pyramid is a good shape for it.

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