Construction in Plain Language
- Massive but methodical: quarrying nearby, river transport, ramp systems (multiple theories) and careful leveling.
- Blocks show tool marks from copper/stone tools; precision grows with height.
Alignment & Astronomy
- Cardinal alignment suggests careful surveying; simple tools + clear skies can achieve surprising precision.
- Popular “Orion’s Belt” alignments are debated; treat as speculative, not consensus.
Who Built Them?
- Evidence points to skilled workers with support villages, not enslaved labor.
- Rotational teams, rations, and medical care attest to organized labor.
Bottom Line
Respect the human achievement: ingenuity, logistics and community—not fringe theories—explain the plateau.