Ancient history

What is a pharaoh from the Egyptian old kingdom?

Pharaoh was the title given to the ancient kings of Egypt. The Old Kingdom was the second of three periods of Egyptian civilization. It lasted from around 2686 to 2181 BCE. This was a time of great prosperity and cultural development in Egypt. Many famous pyramids and temples were built during the Old Kingdom.

Some of the most famous pharaohs from the Old Kingdom include:

- Djoser

- Koffe

- Sneferu

- Khufu

- Khafra

- Menkaure

- Pepi I

- Merenre I

- Pepi II

These pharaohs are known for their great building projects, their military campaigns, and their cultural innovations. They helped to establish Egypt as one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in the ancient world.