Thermal and Acoustic Functionality in the Valley Temple of Khafre

This paper proposes a material-functional hypothesis concerning the Valley Temple of Khafre, suggesting that its construction materials-granite and basalt-were selected not only for their durability, but also for their thermodynamic and vibrational properties. While traditional interpretations emphasize ceremonial or symbolic functions, the temple's austere design and deliberate material choices point to the possibility of an intentionally controlled environment, optimized for thermal regulation and acoustic dampening. Comparative examples from global architecture support this interpretation, offering a new interdisciplinary framework for reexamining ancient sacred structures.

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