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• Khufu, the son of King Sneferu and Queen Hetepheres, was an Egyptian Pharaoh that reigned during the fourth dynasty, from 2589 BC, to 2566 BC. He began his reign in his twenties. Reports indicate that his reign lasted for 23 years, while others sources indicate it was longer, possibly as long as 50 to 65 years.

• Fast Facts

  1. c.2609 BC: Born
  2. Considered a cruel leader
  3. Had 15 daughters, 9 sons and 3 wives
  4. Son, Djedefra, was his successor
  5. King Khufu's Greek name was "Cheops" or "Kheops"

• Khufu Ship

  The Khufu ship was discovered in 1956, in a pit in the Giza Pyramid Complex. It was placed there around 2500 BC. It is believed to have been built for King Khufu.

• The Great Pyramid of Giza

  The Great Pyramid of Giza is located in Giza, Egypt, and is widely believed to have been built as a tomb for Khufu. It is the largest of the three pyramids located in the Giza Necropolis and the only remaining member of the Seven Wonders of the World.

• Timeline

  • c.2609 BC: Born
  • 2589 BC: Reign Begins
  • 2580 BC: Great Pyramid of Giza began being built
  • 2566 BC: Died
  • 2560 BC: Construction on the Great Pyramid concluded
  • 1903: Small statue of Khufu found

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