The Great Pyramid of Giza as it might have appeared in its original glory, is entirely encased in smooth, polished white limestone. Designed to reflect the sun's rays, the pyramid would have shone like a beacon across the ancient landscape, visible from miles around. The capstone, possibly made of gold or electrum, would have crowned the structure, symbolizing the sun's power. Can you envision the awe-inspiring sight and the profound impact it would have had on ancient onlookers? What might this tell us about the Egyptians' relationship with the divine and the cosmos?