Third Dynasty of Egypt
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.
Third Dynasty of Egypt | |||||||||
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c. 2686 BCE–c. 2613 BCE | |||||||||
Capital | Memphis | ||||||||
Common languages | Egyptian language | ||||||||
Religion | ancient Egyptian religion | ||||||||
Government | Absolute monarchy | ||||||||
Historical era | Bronze Age | ||||||||
• Established | c. 2686 BCE | ||||||||
• Disestablished | c. 2613 BCE | ||||||||
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Periods and dynasties of ancient Egypt |
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All years are BC |
See also: List of pharaohs by period and dynasty Periodization of ancient Egypt |
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