Restoring Saqqara

The Step Pyramid was built during the reign of Djoser in the 3rd Dynasty. The architect of this impressive monument was the vizier Imhotep. However, the years have taken their toll, so restoration work was started to preserve this site. French Egyptologist Jean-Philippe Lauer did restoration work at this site for many years, and the SCA's current projects are a continuation of this. The north side of the Step Pyramid has been restored beautifully and now we are working on the south side of the pyramid, which was in poor condition. We also plan to clear and excavate the west side of the pyramid in preparation for the restoration work that will be undertaken there in the near future.