Pyramids were built as tombs for the pharaohs. They were also symbols of the pharaoh's power and authority. The pyramids were built with large blocks of stone that were quarried from nearby mountains. The blocks were then transported to the construction site and stacked on top of each other to form the pyramid.
Temples were built for the worship of the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. They were also used for religious ceremonies and rituals. The temples were often decorated with reliefs and statues depicting the pharaohs and the gods and goddesses.