Step Pyramid

A step pyramid is a type of ancient structure that features a series of successively smaller platforms stacked on top of each other, forming a stepped appearance. Unlike smooth-sided pyramids, step pyramids have a stair-like design, often serving as tombs or ceremonial sites. They were built by civilizations like the Egyptians and Mesopotamians to honor gods or rulers, symbolizing their connection between earth and the divine. The design allowed for easier access to higher levels and represented religious or spiritual beliefs about ascension and the afterlife.