In fact, the Cheops Pyramid originally did not match the sand and dirt of the area. When it was created, it was dipped in white, and the polished limestone made the pyramid shine like a diamond.
The Cheops Pyramid glittered in the sun like a mirror – a jewel that emerged from the ground. After an earthquake in 1303 BC, the upper layer became loose and was eventually removed for mosques and fortresses. Now, only the inner layer is visible.