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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 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 Statue of Zeus at Olympia
The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, also called Olympian Zeus, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, also called Olympian Zeus, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World are a group of classical buildings, outlined by a list written by Philo in 225 BC. Only one of the seven remains standing today
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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World are a group of classical buildings, outlined by a list written by Philo in 225 BC. Only one of the seven remains standing today
the seven wonders of the ancient world • great pyramid of giza • hanging gardens of babylon • library of alexandria • collossus of rhodes
Who was Antipater of Sidon?
The definition of the glossary term Antipater of Sidon
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The definition of the glossary term Antipater of Sidon
antipater of sidon • ancient greek • seven wonders of the ancient world • greek • greek empire
An Ancient Wonder of Gold and Ivory - Part 1
Discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the statue of Zeus at Olympia.
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Discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the statue of Zeus at Olympia.
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Dealing with Vendors at the Great Pyramids
The Great Pyramids at Giza are awe-inspiring, but the vendors are numerous and quite aggressive. Here are some tips for running the sales gauntlet at Giza.
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The Great Pyramids at Giza are awe-inspiring, but the vendors are numerous and quite aggressive. Here are some tips for running the sales gauntlet at Giza.
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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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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 Great Pyramid of Giza
This massive tomb for Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World left standing today.
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This massive tomb for Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World left standing today.
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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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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 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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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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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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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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The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was a combination of Greek architectural style and eastern religious influence, and the premier wonder of the ancient world.
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The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was a combination of Greek architectural style and eastern religious influence, and the premier wonder of the ancient world.
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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 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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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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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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Seven Wonders of the World
There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.
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There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.
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The Statue of Zeus at Olympia
The statue of Zeus at Olympia was an ideal representation of the high Classical style of art, and a significant reminder of the strength of Greek religion.
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The statue of Zeus at Olympia was an ideal representation of the high Classical style of art, and a significant reminder of the strength of Greek religion.
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Bodrum’s Famous Mausoleum
The Gümüskesen is an elaborate Roman tomb that is a miniature version of the tomb of King Mausolus at Halikarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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The Gümüskesen is an elaborate Roman tomb that is a miniature version of the tomb of King Mausolus at Halikarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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Egypt - Travel Facts and Trivia
Tourists can learn about the invention of the calendar, the beginnings of wine making, cruise the world's longest river, visit beaches and shop in ancient markets.
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Tourists can learn about the invention of the calendar, the beginnings of wine making, cruise the world's longest river, visit beaches and shop in ancient markets.
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Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea
Sitting on the shores of the Dead Sea at the lowest point on the face of the earth, the Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea is named after the Ancient Sumerian Goddess of love.
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Sitting on the shores of the Dead Sea at the lowest point on the face of the earth, the Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea is named after the Ancient Sumerian Goddess of love.
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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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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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The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was an opulent tomb for a king who loved all things Greek.
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The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was an opulent tomb for a king who loved all things Greek.
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The Pharos at Alexandria
Built to be a navigational aid into Alexandria's Harbor, the Pharos at Alexandria might have served a dual purpose.
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Built to be a navigational aid into Alexandria's Harbor, the Pharos at Alexandria might have served a dual purpose.
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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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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 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?
the seven wonders of the ancient world • the pyramid at giza • the hanging gardens of babylon • the temple of artemis at ephesus • the statue of zeus at olympia
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?
the seven wonders of the ancient world • the pyramid at giza • the hanging gardens of babylon • the temple of artemis at ephesus • the statue of zeus at olympia
Searching for the Goddess
Searching for the Goddess. Thousands of years before Christianity came to Europe, there was the Goddess
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Searching for the Goddess. Thousands of years before Christianity came to Europe, there was the Goddess
european travel • goddess • goddesses • gods • artemis
Cool Summer Sites
A mixed bag of fun and educational websites to keep you entertained.
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A mixed bag of fun and educational websites to keep you entertained.
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The Pyramids
This article explains what the pyramids were built for and who built them when.
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This article explains what the pyramids were built for and who built them when.
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Ancient Ruins of Ephesus
The ancient ruins of Ephesus near Kusadasi, Turkey, are one of the most fascinating historical sites to be discovered by travelers in this part of the world.
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The ancient ruins of Ephesus near Kusadasi, Turkey, are one of the most fascinating historical sites to be discovered by travelers in this part of the world.
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Petra Eighth Wonder of the World
Petra, Jordan's greatest treasure, is in the running to become one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
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Petra, Jordan's greatest treasure, is in the running to become one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
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The New 7 Wonders of the World
Over 100 million votes were cast and on July 7, 2007, in Lisbon, the New Seven Wonders of the World were announced.
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Over 100 million votes were cast and on July 7, 2007, in Lisbon, the New Seven Wonders of the World were announced.
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The Pyramids of Giza
The pyramids were constructed as burial tombs for Egyptian leaders. The most famous pyramids were built about 4,500 years ago along the Nile River on the Giza Plateau.
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The pyramids were constructed as burial tombs for Egyptian leaders. The most famous pyramids were built about 4,500 years ago along the Nile River on the Giza Plateau.
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Pericles – The Light of Athens
The great Greek statesman Pericles breathed life and inspiration into his city; when he died, the glory of Athens died with him.
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The great Greek statesman Pericles breathed life and inspiration into his city; when he died, the glory of Athens died with him.
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The Great Wall of China
Who built the Great Wall of China, and why? The answers are important to China's past and present.
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Who built the Great Wall of China, and why? The answers are important to China's past and present.
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The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Did the fabled Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, really exist?
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Did the fabled Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, really exist?
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An Ancient Wonder Made of Ivory and Gold - Part 2
An article that discusses what happened to the statue of Zeus, the mythology behind the beginning of the Olympic Games and ancient Greek painting.
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An article that discusses what happened to the statue of Zeus, the mythology behind the beginning of the Olympic Games and ancient Greek painting.
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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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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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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.
hanging gardens of babylon • wonders of the ancient world • callimachus of cyrene • king nebuchadnezzar ii • queen amytis
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 Babylonian Captivity
King Nebuchadnezzar II conquered Jerusalem and forced the inhabitants into exile. Here, they were able to fill the gaps in their own tribal stories of the creation story.
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King Nebuchadnezzar II conquered Jerusalem and forced the inhabitants into exile. Here, they were able to fill the gaps in their own tribal stories of the creation story.
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The Best Temples and Sights of Ancient Egypt
Egypt is a hugely popular travel destination boasting over a hundred ancient temples and tombs. This list attempts to detail some of the most popular sights to visit.
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Egypt is a hugely popular travel destination boasting over a hundred ancient temples and tombs. This list attempts to detail some of the most popular sights to visit.
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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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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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Ancient Wonder of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are one of the ancient wonders of the world with gardens of exotic plants and creative landscaping - but did the gardens really exist?
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The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are one of the ancient wonders of the world with gardens of exotic plants and creative landscaping - but did the gardens really exist?
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