For a long time, the pyramids have intrigued researchers and been the subject of much research. The way they were built, the rooms they house but above all their structure have always tickled the curiosity of tourists and researchers. Indeed, the pyramids represent a modern technology from the ancient era and scientists are trying to unlock its secrets and mysteries. The alignment of the pyramids is precisely one of these mysteries. Researchers have therefore carried out studies on the plans of the pyramids in order to derive a theory.
The Egyptians would have based themselves on simple scales
How can three pyramids be perfectly aligned? The answer would be that the Egyptians followed the four cardinal points. Moreover, this is observable on the great pyramid of Giza which measures approximately 138.8 meters, reports Science Alert. According to archaeologists, the builders of these pyramids erected them with great precision.
Archaeologist Glen Dash claims that the three pyramids are perfectly aligned without any plans or computers to design them. Glen Dash also noticed that all three had the same type of error. He states that they are turned counter-clockwise from the cardinal points.
Other scientists claim that to arrive at this, the Egyptians relied on the North Star. But Dash, for his part, claims that 4,500 years ago, pyramid builders used the autumnal equinox. Moreover, the equinox only occurs once a year and the length of the day is equal to the length of the night. But many researchers disagree with Dash’s theory.
Archaeologists have carried out studies to understand this perfect alignment
Glen Dash’s theory was refuted because the other researchers believed that the equinox would not produce the intended alignment effect. But Glen Dash says having carried out his own experience to prove his theory.
For this, he used an instrument called the gnomon. His first experience started on September 22, 2016 and he used the rod to cast shadow. From there it followed the point of the shadow at a regular interval. So this produced a smooth stitch curve, which created a perfect line that runs from east to west.
This method is also called “Indian circle”. According to Dash, the Egyptians used this method on a clear, sunny day. He adds that, to determine the equinox, they probably counted 91 days from the summer solstice.
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