A King’s Choice

Senwosret III's pyramid at Dahshur marks a pivotal shift in royal funerary practices, redefining the cultural landscape of ancient Egypt. This study reveals how Senwosret III transformed the necropolis and urban zones of Memphis and the Fayum through large-scale landscape modifications, beginning with Sneferu's pre-pyramid era. By analyzing the construction, use, and eventual abandonment of his pyramid complex—alongside a rock-cut tomb at Abydos—the research traces the evolution of funerary traditions from the Old to the Middle Kingdom. The approach combines archaeological analysis with historical contextualization, offering insights into the deliberate choices that shaped Egypt's monumental heritage.

Rees, L., & Navratilova, H. (2026). A King’s Choice. Life of a Pyramid, 29–59. https://doi.org/10.1093/9780198944201.003.0002