Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi Archaeological Site
Old Kingdom Egyptian pyramid belonging to pharaoh Djedkare-Isesi
Old Kingdom pyramid of Pharaoh Djedkare-Isesi, part of Egypt's ancient necropolises; visited by archaeology-minded tourists and scholars studying royal burial architecture.
Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi at a Glance#
About Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi#
The Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi is an Old Kingdom pyramid built as the burial complex for Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi of the Fifth Dynasty.
The monument formed part of a larger mortuary complex that originally included a mortuary temple, causeway and subsidiary structures; today much of the superstructure survives only as ruined core masonry and rubble.
It was built in the late 25th to 24th century BC during the Fifth Dynasty and is located within the pyramid field of the Memphite necropolis.
The pyramid sits on the Saqqara plateau in Lower Egypt, within the greater Giza/Governorate area of the Memphite necropolis south of modern Cairo.
- Dynasty and purpose: Constructed during Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty as the burial monument for Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi.
How to Get to Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi#
The pyramid is part of the Saqqara archaeological landscape south of Cairo. Visitors typically reach Saqqara by private tour or car from Cairo (about 30-60 km depending on route); organized trips commonly cover several sites in the area.
Tips for Visiting Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi#
- If visiting Saqqara, coordinate with a guided tour that covers multiple sites - some pyramids are only viewable from outside or require special permissions
- Bring a hat and plenty of water; the desert sun is intense and there is little shade near the pyramid fields
Best Time to Visit Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi#
Most archaeological sites in the Saqqara/Lower Egypt region are best visited in the cooler months of autumn through spring.
Weather & Climate near Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi#
Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 10° - 25° | 17° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 33° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.5h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 36° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.7h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 36° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 26° | 19° | 2 mm | clear | 59% | 2.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
