Coordinates: 16.938 N 33.749 E
Meroe was an ancient city along the Nile river, serving as the capital of the Kush Kingdom around 600 BCE. Today, a large number of Nubian pyramids remain. Unlike their Egyptian counterparts, Nubian pyramids are generally built on less footprint, resulting in lower heights and steeper edges.
Main article:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mero%C3%AB
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