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Old 23rd June 2003, 04:43 AM   #6
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Mmm, and after all, it is not so surprising that Mayan and Egyptian pyramids have a lot of features in common: Once you've decided to build a large stone monument that is supposed to stand forever, then without access to mortar and concrete, the pyramid shape is really the only feasible option.

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