Definition: Abu Ghurab is a 5th dynasty (Old Kingdom, 2465-2323 BC) Egyptian pyramid and solar temple complex on the Saqqara plateau. There were probably as many as five or six tombs here, but only two survive, one built by the first 5th dynasty Pharaoh Userkaf (ruled 2465-2458 BC), and one built by the Pharaoh Niuserre (ruled 2416-2392 BC, who also built a pyramid at Abu Sir).
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
