What is in the pyramid at Csulb?

The pyramid at CSULB (California State University, Long Beach) is the Walter Pyramid, a 5,000-seat multi-purpose arena housing the university's basketball and volleyball teams, a fitness center, and conference facilities, hosting major athletic events, graduations, and even film shoots. This distinctive blue, 18-story structure is a landmark for the university and city, used for sports, academics, and various large-scale events.

What is inside the pyramid at Cal State Long Beach?

Its floor space accommodates nine volleyball courts, three full basketball courts, and four additional half-basketball courts on the "activity" level. The building also features a state-of-the-art conference center, The Pointe, a first-rate venue for academic lectures, workshops, seminars, and banquets.

Why is the CSULB pyramid blue?

Designed by Long Beach architect Donald Gibbs, who recommends the cobalt blue color. Built at a cost of approximately $22 million.

What is the Walter Pyramid made of?

The exterior façade of the pyramid is covered in dark blue corrugated aluminum sheets. Each side of the perimeter measures 345 feet, rising a total of 18 stories making it a mathematically true pyramid.

When was the CSULB pyramid built?

The Walter Pyramid was officially opened on November 30, 1994, when it hosted a Long Beach State men's basketball game against the Detroit Titans, which aired live on ESPN. A standing-room only crowd of 5,021 saw Long Beach come away victorious with a final score of 71-64.

Walter Pyramid (what and where is this?)

Why is CSULB called dirtbags?

Long Beach State's baseball team is called the "Dirtbags" because of their gritty, hard-nosed style of play, originating in 1989 when the team played on an all-dirt practice field (a local Pony Field) and became covered in dirt, earning the nickname from an assistant coach. The name signifies an "us-against-the-world" underdog mentality and dedication, as the team famously went to the College World Series that first year despite lacking a proper home field, embracing the label as a badge of honor. 

Why is 43200 significant?

The number 43,200's significance primarily stems from pseudo-historical theories, particularly those by Graham Hancock, linking the Great Pyramid of Giza to Earth's dimensions at a 1:43,200 scale, derived from Earth's axial precession (1 degree every 72 years; 43,200 = 600 x 72). While interesting for numerology and connections to ancient time cycles (like half a day in seconds), mainstream archaeology dismisses these as coincidence or numerology, noting lack of ancient Egyptian evidence for this intent.
 

What's actually inside the pyramids?

Inside the pyramids are complex networks of passages, chambers (like the King's Chamber and Queen's Chamber in the Great Pyramid), and burial rooms, often built into the bedrock or within the structure itself, designed as tombs for pharaohs, containing empty granite sarcophagi and sometimes small artifacts, though most treasures were looted; later pyramids feature decorative hieroglyphs and paintings of the afterlife, unlike the austere Giza pyramids. 

Can you go inside the Transamerica Pyramid?

Yes, you can go inside the Transamerica Pyramid, but access is limited to the newly renovated ground floor lobby, cafes, and outdoor Redwood Park, with no public observation deck; upper floors with lounges and bars require tenant or guest access, making the lobby and park the main public entry points after its 2024 reopening.
 

Is CSULB considered prestigious?

Yes, CSULB (California State University, Long Beach) is considered prestigious, especially for its strong focus on social mobility, value, and affordability, ranking highly nationally for helping non-wealthy students achieve success, while also gaining recognition for specific strong programs like nursing and engineering. It's known as a top-value university, providing quality education and high earning potential at a lower cost compared to many private schools. 

What is the oldest building at CSULB?

CSULB Through the Years

Classes convened in a converted apartment building at 5401 E. Anaheim where the foundation of our pride and traditions began.

Why is CSULB no longer the 49ers?

Notably, Long Beach State is no longer known as the 49ers. The decision was made to ditch that nickname — a reference to both the year the school was founded (1949) and the California gold rush — and replace it with a much simpler mascot.

Where is the hole in Long Beach?

University Park Estates is a residential neighborhood in east Long Beach, just north of Marina Pacifica and Belmont Beach. Named for its proximity to California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), the neighborhood is known locally as “The Hole” due to the steep drop at the Margo Avenue entrance to the neighborhood.

Is CSUF or CSULB bigger?

CSULB, with its larger enrollment, is more competitive and focuses on high academic achievement for admission. Both schools have large suburban campuses close to Los Angeles, providing students with access to career opportunities throughout Southern California.

Why can't you go inside Chichen Itza?

You can't go inside the main pyramid (El Castillo) at Chichen Itza, or climb it, primarily for preservation and safety, as foot traffic causes significant erosion and damage to the fragile limestone, risking collapse and injury, with climbing banned since 2008 by Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) to protect this World Heritage site for future generations.
 

Is it worth going inside the pyramid?

If you're interested in ancient history or engineering, yes. Stepping inside pyramids will be a rare and unforgettable experience. However, if you're claustrophobic or expect treasures inside, you may prefer admiring the pyramids from the outside.

Who owns the Transamerica Pyramid now?

Michael Shvo, owner of the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. So far, the Shvo team has made improvements in and around the pyramid, which opened in 1972, and to a neighboring building.

Is it hot inside the pyramids?

Although they are located in the hot climate of Egypt, the inside of the pyramids tends to remain relatively cool, thanks to the thick stone walls, which insulate against external temperatures.

What did Jesus say about the pyramids?

THE BIBLE REFERS TO PYRAMIDAL STRUCTURE

Jesus Himself alluded to this beautiful symbolism when addressing the rulers of Israel: "Did ye never read in the Scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord's doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes?" (Matt.

Why is it illegal to climb the pyramids?

Allowing visitors to climb the structure caused significant wear and tear over the years. Foot traffic eroded the stone steps, damaging the pyramid's integrity and increasing the risk of irreversible harm. The decision to ban climbing ensures that the pyramid remains intact for future generations to admire and study.

Who was buried inside the pyramids?

The mummies of such pharaohs as Djoser, Khafre, and Menkaure were placed in a subterranean burial chamber underneath a pyramid. Khufu's mummy, however, was placed inside the Great Pyramid, in the King's Chamber, and not underground, as was customary.

Who actually built the pyramids?

The pyramids were built by tens of thousands of skilled, paid, native Egyptian laborers, not slaves, with seasonal farmers contributing during the Nile's flood season, all organized by the Pharaoh's administration. Archaeological evidence, including workers' cemeteries and settlements near the pyramids, shows they were respected workers who received food, housing, and medical care, debunking myths of slave labor or alien construction, says TheTorah.com, Los Angeles Times, HistoryExtra, Wikipedia, PBS. 

What is the biggest secret of the pyramids?

10 Secrets About the Egyptian Pyramids You Didn't Know | Pyramids Secrets Revealed

• Secret Chambers Still Unexplored. ...
• The Pyramids Were Originally Tombs. ...
• The Pyramid Complex is Much Larger Than You Think. ...
• Mathematical Precision Beyond Its Time. ...
• The Pyramids Align with Orion's Belt. ...
• The Pyramid Stones Are Enormous.

Have bodies been found in the pyramids of Giza?

Khufu's pyramid also has underground tunnels, but the burial chamber is located in the centre of the structure, accessible via a climb up a tight interior passageway. Contrary to what one might expect, there are no hieroglyphic texts, treasures, or mummies in any of pyramids of Giza.