Third Dynasty of Egypt

Third Dynasty of Egypt
c. 2686 BC–c. 2613 BC
Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
CapitalMemphis
Common languagesEgyptian language
Religion
ancient Egyptian religion
GovernmentAbsolute monarchy
Historical eraBronze Age
• Established
c. 2686 BC
• Disestablished
c. 2613 BC
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Second Dynasty of Egypt
Fourth Dynasty of Egypt
Funerary temple of Djoser at Saqqara

The Third Dynasty of ancient Egypt (Dynasty III) is the first dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Other dynasties of the Old Kingdom include the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth. The capital during the period of the Old Kingdom was at Memphis.


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