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The Colossus of Rhodes
Erected to celebrate the strength of the small island of Rhodes, the Colossus stood in ruins for most of its history.
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The Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue dedicated to the Greek god Helios on the island of Rhodes.
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The Massive Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue of the Greek god Helios which stood beside the harbor at Rhodes, welcoming locals and travelers alike.
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Wonders of the Ancient World
Most people know that a list of seven wonders of the ancient world exists, but very few can name them. What, and where, were they?
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Book Review - Lost Buildings by Jonathan Glancey
Whether by intent or accident, many amazing and significant buildings around the world have been destroyed or simply never made it any further than the drawing board.
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The Lighthouse of Alexandria
The Lighthouse of Alexandria was begun by Ptolemy in the Third Century BC and completed by his son, Ptolemy Philadelphos, on the island of Pharos in Alexandria, Egypt.
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The Pyramid of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Giza remains to this day both intact and in surprisingly good shape. The reason for this, clearly, is its intrinsic structural stability.
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Where was Asia Minor?
Definition of the glossary term Asia Minor
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Who was Antipater of Sidon?
The definition of the glossary term Antipater of Sidon
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A Passion for Pyramids - Part I
A short study of some of the most interesting facts about The Great Pyramid, the largest of the Pyramids of the Giza Plateau.
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The Mausoleum of Mausollos at Halicarnassus
The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus was a tomb built for Mausollos, a Persian governor, by his wife Artemisia II from 353 to 350 BC.
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Lazarus’ 'The New Colossus'
Emma Lazarus embraced her heritage as an American Jew, and her poem "The New Colossus" became a symbol for opportunities of freedom.
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Best Travel Guidebook for Rhodes Holidays
For holidays in Rhodes, the Globetrotter Travel Guide covers where to stay, where to eat, and what to see in resorts like Lindos, Faliraki, and in Rhodes Town.
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Playstation's God of War 2
God of War was impressive in almost every aspect, and yet there was always a distance between the player and the game's story. God of War II improves only slightly.
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The Pharos of Alexandria
Apart from the great pyramids, the Lighthouse at Alexandria was the longest-lasting of all the ancient wonders, a grand beacon at the Alexandrian harbor.
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At the Reference Desk: Commonly Asked Questions
Some of the frequently asked questions at a typical library reference desk, and the resources used to answer them.
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Game Review – God of War II (PS2)
God of War was a PlayStation 2 exclusive that pushed the benchmark for action adventure gaming. The sequel is a perfect mix of fun and mythical storytelling.
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Hanging Gardens of Babylon
The hanging gardens of Babylon is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, but there are actually questions as to whether or not it even existed.
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The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus
One of the grandest tombs in all of history, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus was well deserved of its place as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
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The Temple of Artemis at Ephasus
Finally completed after four attempts, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus is one of the most storied of all the seven ancient wonders.
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The Temple of Zeus at Olympia
The Temple of Zeus at Olympia was one of the well known wonders of the ancient world, and has become the basis for modern structures such as the Lincoln Memorial.
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The Little Mermaid
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