Pyramid of the Sun

GPTKB entity

Statements (181)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkb:stage_play
gptkbp:accessibility open to public
gptkbp:archaeological_findings burials
gptkbp:architectural_style gptkb:Native_American_culture
gptkbp:artifacts gptkb:ceramics
gptkb:offerings
gptkb:tools
gptkbp:artistic_vision inspired artists
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:the_Sun_God
gptkb:the_underworld
gptkb:the_Milky_Way
the afterlife
the divine
agricultural cycles
ritual sacrifices
the agricultural calendar
the cosmos
the Moon Goddess
the worship of the sun
the ancient city of Teotihuacan
the Sun deity
gptkbp:base 225 meters
gptkbp:body_shape square base
gptkbp:built a plateau
gptkbp:climate semi-arid
highland Mexico
gptkbp:climbed_by_visitors yes
gptkbp:climbing_ability limited access
gptkbp:community_involvement local initiatives
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Teotihuacan_civilization
earth and stone
100 AD
around 200 AD
the pre-Columbian era
gptkbp:construction_material volcanic stone
gptkbp:construction_method earth and stone
gptkbp:construction_started 200-450 AD
gptkbp:cultural_events festivals held
gptkbp:cultural_exchange gptkb:trade_routes
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
important site
gptkbp:cultural_identity Mexican heritage
gptkbp:cultural_influence gptkb:Aztec_civilization
gptkbp:cultural_practices rituals and ceremonies
ceremonial gatherings
gptkbp:cultural_significance gptkb:Native_American_culture
gptkbp:cultural_symbol connection to the cosmos
gptkbp:current_status preserved site
gptkbp:depicted_in art and literature
gptkbp:depicts iconic structure
gptkbp:dimensions gptkb:largest_pyramid_in_Teotihuacan
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:19th_century
in the 19th century
gptkbp:discovery gptkb:19th_century
gptkbp:educational_value study of ancient cultures
gptkbp:environmental_impact land use changes
gptkbp:excavations ongoing
gptkbp:famous_landmark smaller pyramids
gptkbp:features a large platform
gptkbp:function ritual site
gptkbp:geological_features built on a plateau
gptkbp:has a large staircase
a staircase
a significant archaeological site
a temple at the top
gptkbp:has_been_restored in recent years
gptkbp:has_culture Classic period
gptkbp:has_influenced modern architecture
gptkbp:has_programs north-south axis
gptkbp:height 65 meters
gptkbp:historical_figures Spanish conquest
gptkbp:historical_records limited
gptkbp:historical_research extensive research
gptkbp:historical_significance important site
ancient urban planning
ancient Mesoamerican civilization
gptkbp:historical_site gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Pyramid of the Sun
gptkbp:influence later Mesoamerican cultures
gptkbp:influenced modern architecture
local mythology
later Mesoamerican pyramids
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkb:historical_landmark
symbol of Teotihuacan
gptkbp:is_a_focal_point_for cultural events
gptkbp:is_a_site_of gptkb:historical_significance
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of archaeological research
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of Mesoamerican heritage
gptkbp:is_a_testament_to ancient engineering skills
gptkbp:is_aligned_with the sun
astronomical events
the setting sun on certain days
gptkbp:is_associated_with Mesoamerican mythology
various myths and legends
gptkbp:is_connected_to the cosmos
gptkbp:is_considered a major landmark
gptkbp:is_documented_in gptkb:historical_texts
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:documentaries
various documentaries
gptkbp:is_known_for its massive size
gptkbp:is_known_to gptkb:astronomy
ceremonial purposes
gptkbp:is_linked_to ancient rituals
gptkbp:is_located_in gptkb:the_Valley_of_Mexico
gptkbp:is_located_near gptkb:Pyramid_of_the_Moon
the Temple of the Feathered Serpent
gptkbp:is_often_compared_to gptkb:the_Great_Pyramid_of_Giza
gptkbp:is_one_of the largest pyramids in the world
the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico
gptkbp:is_oriented_towards the cardinal directions
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
the ancient city layout
the Avenue of the Dead
the ancient city of Teotihuacan
the cultural heritage of Mexico
the cultural landscape of Mesoamerica
the cultural landscape of Mexico
gptkbp:is_popular_in gptkb:tourist_destination
gptkbp:is_promoted_by tourism agencies
gptkbp:is_recognized_as an important archaeological site.
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:UNESCO
gptkbp:is_regarded_as a marvel of engineering
gptkbp:is_studied_in gptkb:archaeologists
gptkbp:is_subject_to archaeological studies
gptkbp:is_surrounded_by other pyramids
other smaller pyramids
gptkbp:is_symbolic_of rebirth and renewal
gptkbp:is_visible_from surrounding areas
gptkbp:is_visited_by gptkb:archaeologists
scholars and tourists alike
gptkbp:key_feature Teotihuacan's urban layout
gptkbp:landmark gptkb:historical_site
gptkbp:landscape gptkb:mountains
surrounding mountains
gptkbp:local_legends mythical stories
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Teotihuacan
gptkbp:location gptkb:Teotihuacan
gptkbp:made_of volcanic stone
stone and earth
gptkbp:material gptkb:stone
gptkbp:narrative gptkb:ancient_texts
gptkbp:notable_event summer solstice celebrations
equinox celebrations
gptkbp:notable_feature gptkb:sacred_fire
sacred geometry
terraces
large staircase
large plaza
sacred pathways
large platform
ritual altars
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Teotihuacan_archaeological_site
gptkb:Teotihuacan_complex
gptkbp:preservation_efforts heritage conservation efforts
gptkbp:public_interest archaeological tourism
gptkbp:research conducted
ongoing archaeological studies
geophysical surveys
gptkbp:research_institutes archaeological teams
gptkbp:significance sacred geography
gptkbp:style Mesoamerican
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Avenue_of_the_Dead
gptkbp:surrounding_cities gptkb:Pyramid_of_the_Moon
gptkbp:surrounding_civilization gptkb:Teotihuacan_civilization
gptkbp:surrounding_ruins residential complexes
gptkbp:symbolizes power and religion
Teotihuacan's power
gptkbp:tourism_impact gptkb:local_economy
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
gptkbp:used_for gptkb:rituals
rituals and ceremonies
gptkbp:view gptkb:Teotihuacan
gptkbp:visitors thousands annually
attracts thousands annually
climb to the top
gptkbp:visitors_per_year over 1 million
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Teotihuacan
gptkb:Maya_civilization
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4