Seven Wonders of the World
Here are the Seven Wonders of the World,
1. Great Pyramid of Giza
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Located in Egypt, the Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis. It was built as a tomb for the Pharaoh Khufu and stands at approximately 481 feet (147 meters) tall. It is the only surviving structure of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
2. Hanging Gardens of Babylon
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| Hanging Garden Of Babylon |
Often considered a legendary wonder, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon were said to be a series of terraced gardens with plants and trees suspended from a structure in ancient Babylon (present-day Iraq). Unfortunately, no physical evidence of the gardens has been found, and their exact location and size remain a subject of debate.
3. Statue of Zeus at Olympia
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| Statue of Zeus at Olympia |
Created by the Greek sculptor Phidias, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia was a giant seated figure of the Greek god Zeus. It was located in the sanctuary of Olympia, Greece. The statue, measuring about 42 feet (13 meters) tall, was made of ivory and gold-plated wood, and depicted Zeus holding a scepter in one hand and a statue of Nike, the goddess of victory, in the other.
4. Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
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| Temple of Artemis at Ephesus |
The Temple of Artemis, situated in Ephesus (present-day Turkey), was dedicated to the Greek goddess Artemis. It was one of the largest temples in the ancient world and renowned for its grandeur. The temple measured around 377 feet (115 meters) long and 180 feet (55 meters) wide, featuring over 100 columns, many of which were adorned with intricate carvings.
5. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
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| Mausoleum at Halicarnassus |
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was a monumental tomb constructed for Mausolus, the ruler of Caria, in what is now Bodrum, Turkey. The mausoleum was an impressive structure, standing approximately 135 feet (41 meters) tall. It showcased intricate sculptures and reliefs, reflecting the artistic skills of Greek sculptors.
6. Colossus of Rhodes
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| Colossus of Rhodes |
The Colossus of Rhodes was an enormous statue of the Greek sun god Helios that stood at the entrance of the harbor in Rhodes, Greece. Estimated to be around 98 feet (30 meters) tall, it was one of the tallest statues of the ancient world. Unfortunately, an earthquake in 226 BCE destroyed the statue, and it was never rebuilt.
7. Lighthouse of Alexandria
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| Lighthouse of Alexandria |
Also known as the Pharos of Alexandria, the Lighthouse of Alexandria was a magnificent structure erected on the island of Pharos, in Alexandria, Egypt. Built to guide ships into the harbor, it stood approximately 330 feet (100 meters) tall, making it one of the tallest man-made structures of its time. The lighthouse was eventually destroyed by a series of earthquakes in the 14th century.
Please note that the original list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World dates back to around the 2nd century BCE and may differ from various other lists of wonders that have been compiled over time.
