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The Orion correlation theory is a fringe theory in Egyptology attempting to explain the arrangement of the Giza pyramid complex. It posits that there is a correlation between the location of the three largest pyramids of the Giza pyramid complex and Orion's Belt of the constellation Orion , and that this correlation was intended as such by the ...
The Orion Correlation Theory has been described as a form of pseudoarchaeology. [8] Among the idea's critics have been two astronomers: Ed Krupp of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, and Anthony Fairall , astronomy professor at the University of Cape Town , South Africa.
Linked to the pseudoarchaeological ancient astronaut theory and Orion correlation theory are related claims that the Great Pyramid was constructed by the use of an advanced lost technology. Proponents of this theory often link this hypothetical advanced technology to extraterrestrials but also Atlanteans , Lemurians or a legendary lost race.
[17] [18] According to the disputed Orion correlation theory, the arrangement of the pyramids is a representation of the constellation Orion. Workers' village One face of the Pyramid of Khafre at Giza, as seen from Khafre's valley temple Giza pyramid complex seen from above 3D overview of the Giza complex
More than 30 pyramids in Egypt, including in Giza, may have been built along a branch of the Nile that has long since disappeared, a new study suggests. New research could solve the mystery behind ...
Orion's Belt superimposed on the Giza pyramid complex, illustrating the Orion Correlation Theory. From left to right: Alnitak on the Great Pyramid of Giza, Alnilam on the pyramid of Khafre, and Mintaka on the pyramid of Menkaure The pyramids of Giza
Orion correlation theory; P. Pyramid inch; Pyramid power; R. The Revelation of the Pyramids; S. Studies in the Scriptures This page was last edited on 1 December ...
The archaeological evidence suggests that the Great Sphinx was created around 2500 BC for the king Khafre, the builder of the Second Pyramid at Giza. [19] The Sphinx is a monolith carved from the bedrock of the plateau, which also served as the quarry for the pyramids and other monuments in the area. [20]