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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.

The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, also called Olympian Zeus, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the 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

The definition of the glossary term Antipater of Sidon

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.

Erected to celebrate the strength of the small island of Rhodes, the Colossus stood in ruins for most of its history.

This massive tomb for Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World left standing today.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue of the Greek god Helios which stood beside the harbor at Rhodes, welcoming locals and travelers alike.

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was an opulent tomb for a king who loved all things Greek.

Built to be a navigational aid into Alexandria's Harbor, the Pharos at Alexandria might have served a dual purpose.

Finally completed after four attempts, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus is one of the most storied of all the seven ancient wonders.

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 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?

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.

Petra, Jordan's greatest treasure, is in the running to become one of the new Seven 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.

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.

The great Greek statesman Pericles breathed life and inspiration into his city; when he died, the glory of Athens died with him.

Did the fabled Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, really exist?

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.

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.

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.

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.

Forensic analysis of remains found in a gladiator cemetery in Ephesus, Turkey, provided new facts about the way those men fought and died.

Some of the best known monuments in the world occupy the Giza Plateau in Egypt. These are the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure as well as the Great Sphinx.