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Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

By: History.com Editors

Updated: June 13, 2023 | Original: October 27, 2009

The amazing works of art and architecture known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World serve as a testament to the ingenuity, imagination and sheer hard work of which human beings are capable. They are also, however, reminders of the human capacity for disagreement, destruction and, possibly, embellishment.

As soon as ancient writers compiled a list of “seven wonders,” it became fodder for debate over which achievements deserved inclusion. The original list comes from a work by Philo of Byzantium written in 225 B.C. called On The Seven Wonders . Ultimately, human hands joined with natural forces to destroy all but one of the wonders. Furthermore, it is possible that at least one of the wonders might not have existed at all. Still, all seven continue to inspire and be celebrated as the remarkable products of the creativity and skill of Earth’s early civilizations.

Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt

The Great Pyramid, located at Giza on the west bank of the Nile River north of Cairo in Egypt , is the only wonder of the ancient world that has survived to the present day. It is part of a group of three pyramids–Khufu (Cheops), Khafra (Chephren) and Menkaura (Mycerimus)–that were built between 2700 B.C. and 2500 B.C. as royal tombs. The largest and most impressive is Khufu, known as “ The Great Pyramid ,” which covers 13 acres and is believed to contain more than 2 million stone blocks that weigh from two to 30 tons each. 

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For more than 4,000 years, Khufu reigned as the tallest building in the world. In fact, it took modern man until the 19th century to build a taller structure. Amazingly, the nearly symmetrical Egyptian pyramids were built without the aid of modern tools or surveying equipment. So, how did Egyptians build the pyramids ?

Scientists believe that the Egyptians used log rollers and sledges to move the stones into place. The sloped walls, which were intended to mimic the rays of Ra, the sun god, were originally built as steps, and then filled in with limestone. The interior of the pyramids included narrow corridors and hidden chambers in an unsuccessful attempt to foil grave robbers. Although modern archeologists have found some great treasures among the ruins, they believe most of what the pyramids once contained was looted within 250 years of their completion.

Hanging Gardens of Babylon

According to ancient Greek poets, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon were built near the Euphrates River in modern-day Iraq by the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II around 600 B.C. The gardens were said to have been planted as high as 75 feet in the air on a huge square brick terrace that was laid out in steps like a theater. The king allegedly built the towering gardens to ease his lover Amytis’ homesickness for the natural beauty of her home in Media (the northwestern part of modern-day Iran). Later writers described how people could walk underneath the beautiful gardens, which rested on tall stone columns. 

Modern scientists have deduced that for the gardens to survive they would have had to be irrigated using a system consisting of a pump, waterwheel and cisterns to carry water from the Euphrates many feet into the air. Though there are multiple accounts of the gardens in both Greek and Roman literature, none of them are firsthand, and no mention of the gardens has been found in Babylonian cuneiform inscriptions. As a result, most modern scholars believe that the existence of the gardens was part of an inspired and widely believed but still fictional tale.

Statue of Zeus at Olympia

The famed statue of Zeus, the king of the gods in Greek Mythology , was crafted by the Athenian sculptor Phidias and completed and placed in the temple of Zeus at Olympia, site of the ancient Olympics , around the mid-fifth century B.C. The statue depicted the god of thunder seated bare-chested at a wooden throne. Holding up the thrones’ armrests were two carved sphinxes, mythical creatures with the head and chest of a woman, the body of lion and the wings of a bird. The statue of Zeus was richly decorated with gold and ivory. 

At 40 feet, it was so tall that its head nearly touched the top of the temple. According to legend, the sculptor Phidias asked Zeus for a sign of his approval after finishing the statue; soon after, the temple was struck by lightning. The Zeus statue graced the temple at Olympia for more than eight centuries before Christian priests persuaded the Roman emperor to close the temple in the fourth century A.D. At that time, the statue was moved to a temple in Constantinople , where it is believed to have been destroyed in a fire in the year 462.

Temple of Artemis at Ephesus

There was actually more than one Temple of Artemis: A series of several altars and temples was destroyed and then restored on the same site in Ephesus , a Greek port city on the west coast of modern-day Turkey. The most fabulous of these structures were two marble temples built around 550 B.C. and 350 B.C., respectively. “Apart from Olympus, the Sun never looked on anything so grand,” the writer Antipater of Sidon wrote of the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus.

The original Temple of Artemis was designed by the Cretan architect Chersiphron and his son Metagenes and decorated by some of the most celebrated artists of the ancient world. The building burned on July 21, 356 B.C., according to legend the same night that Alexander the Great was born. It was torched by a Greek citizen named Herostratus , who claimed he burned the marvel so that his name would be known to history. He was put to death and the government declared it illegal to utter his name.

About six years later, the building of the new Temple of Artemis was begun. The new building was surrounded by marble steps that led to a more than 400-foot-long terrace. Inside stood 127 60-foot marble columns and a statue of Artemis, the Greek Goddess of the hunt. Archeologists disagree as to whether the building had an open-air ceiling or was topped with wood tiles. The temple was largely destroyed by Ostrogoths in A.D. 262, and it was not until the 1860s that archeologists dug up the first of the ruins of the temple’s columns at the bottom of the Cayster River.

Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

Located in what is now southeastern Turkey, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was a tomb built by Artemisia for her husband, Mausolus, the king of Carnia in Asia Minor, after his death in 353 B.C. Mausolus was also Artemisia’s brother, and, according to legend, she was so grief-stricken at his passing that she mixed his ashes with water and drank them in addition to ordering the mausoleum’s construction. The massive mausoleum was made entirely of white marble and is thought to have been about 135 feet high. 

The building’s complicated design, consisting of three rectangular layers, may have been an attempt to reconcile Lycian, Greek and Egyptian architectural styles. The first layer was a 60-foot base of steps, followed by a middle layer of 36 Ionic columns and a stepped, pyramid-shaped roof. At the very top of the roof lay the tomb, decorated by the work of four sculptors, and a 20-foot marble rendition of a four-horse chariot. 

The mausoleum was largely destroyed in an earthquake in the 13th century and its remains were later used in the fortification of a castle. In 1846, pieces of one of the mausoleum’s friezes were extracted from the castle and now reside, along with other relics from the Halicarnassus site, in London’s British Museum.

Colossus of Rhodes

The Colossus of Rhodes was an enormous bronze sculpture of the sun god Helios built by the Rhodians over 12 years in the third century B.C. The city was the target of a Macedonian siege early in the fourth century B.C. and, according to legend, the Rhodians sold the tools and equipment left behind by the Macedonians to pay for the Colossus. Designed by the sculptor Chares, the statue was, at 100 feet, the tallest of the ancient world. It was completed around 280 B.C. and stood for sixty years until it was toppled in an earthquake. It was never rebuilt. 

Hundreds of years later, Arabs invaded Rhodes and sold the remains of the statue as scrap metal. Because of this, archeologists do not know much about the exact location of the statue or what it looked like. Most believe that it depicted the sun god standing naked while he lifted a torch with one hand and held a spear in the other. It was once believed that the statue stood with one leg on each side of a harbor, but most scholars now agree that the statue’s legs were most likely built close together to support its immense weight.

Lighthouse of Alexandria

The Lighthouse of Alexandria was located on a small island called Pharos near the city of Alexandria. Designed by the Greek architect Sostratos and completed around 270 B.C. during the reign of Ptolemy II, the lighthouse helped to guide Nile River ships in and out of the city’s busy harbor. 

Archeologists have found ancient coins on which the lighthouse was depicted, and from them deduced that the structure had three tiers: a square level at the bottom, an octagonal level in the middle and a cylindrical top. Above that stood a 16-foot statue, most likely of Ptolemy II or Alexander the Great, for whom the city was named. Although estimates of the lighthouse’s height have ranged from 200 to 600 feet, most modern scholars believe it was about 380 feet tall. The lighthouse was gradually destroyed during a series of earthquakes from 956 to 1323. Some of its remains have since been discovered at the bottom of the Nile.

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Learn about the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World with this PowerPoint presentation. Gives background information about the amazing structures built by early civilizations around the Mediterranean Sea. Includes slides on The Great Pyramid of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. Includes links to short video clips on the Great Pyramid and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. (One on YouTube and one on History Channel). Includes a review slide and answer key, which is also printable. 21 slides. Use PowerPoints in video conferencing for remote learning. Share with students in OneDrive and Microsoft Teams. You can also upload to Google Drive and save as Google Slides, and it will automatically convert. Assign it in Google Classroom. It is editable and easy to make adjustments if necessary. View in Slideshow mode. Please see full preview .

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• The Great Pyramid of Giza
• The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
• The Temple of Artemis
• The Statue of Zues
• The Mausoleum
• The Colossus of Rhodes
• The Lighthouse of Alexandria
• The Great Pyramid is located in the city of Giza.
• The pyramid was built over a 20 year period.
• The Hanging Gardens are located on the East bank of the Euphrates River.
• The Gardens were built by Nebuchadnezzar II to please his wife.
• The Temple of Artemis is located in the town of Selcuk.
• The Temple was built in honor of the Greek godess of hunting and wild nature.
• The Statue of Zues is located at the town of Olympia.
• Here the Olympic Games were held. Athletes came to celebrate the Olympics and worship the king of the gods Zues.
• The Mausoleum is located in the city of Bodrum.
• The Mausoleum was completed around 350 BC.
• It is also the tomb of king Maussollos.
• The Colossus is located at the entrance of the harbor of Rhodes in Greece.
• The Colossus is a statue of the sun god, Helios.
• The Lighthouse is located in the city of Alexandria in Egypt.
• The Lighthouse was the tallest building on Earth and had a mirror whose reflection could be seen more than 50 km off shore.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to bring the ancient Seven Wonders of the World , such as the Colossus of Rhodes and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, back to life.

AI, using the Midjourney image generator, has successfully recreated these historic marvels in today’s world.

Except for the Great Pyramid of Giza, various factors such as wars, the decline of civilizations, and natural disasters have led to the loss of these structures over time.

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The AI images also feature the Great Pyramid of Giza , a wonder that still captivates tourists to this day. Built in the early 26th century BCE, it took twenty-seven years to complete. Ancient Egyptians, under the command of Pharaoh Khufu, hauled stones weighing up to two and a half tons each.

As time passed, much of the smooth, white limestone casing was removed, reducing the pyramid’s height from 146.6 meters to 138.5. AI has restored its iconic white limestone casing at the top, giving it an original look.

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A colossal forty-foot-tall gold and ivory statue of Zeus once graced a temple in Olympia, Greece . It was crafted to compete with those in Athens. The eleventh-century Byzantine historian Georgios Kedrenos made note that the statue was carried off to Constantinople, where it was destroyed in the great fire of the Palace of Lausus in 475 AD.

Colossus of Rhodes

The renowned one hundred-foot statue, portraying the Greek sun god Helios , was an impressive engineering marvel that graced the harbor of the Greek island of Rhodes.

A significant moment in its history occurred in 226 BCE, when an earthquake struck, causing the colossal statue to collapse at its knees after having stood proudly for fifty-four years.

Contrary to ancient artwork depicting the statue straddling the harbor entrance, researchers now believe it stood on a pedestal near the entrance, welcoming visiting ships.

The AI-generated image aligns with this insight, showcasing the Colossus in its accurate location and also including people to provide a glimpse of how it might appear in the present day.

Temple of Artemis at Ephesus

Dedicated to Artemis, the Greek goddess of chastity, hunting, wild animals, forests, and fertility, this wonder experienced a turbulent history, being constructed and demolished three times.

First, it fell victim to Herostratus, seeking fame. Then, the Goths, fleeing from the Romans, wrecked it while passing through. Its final demise occurred in 401 CE when a Christian mob tore it down, leaving only foundations and a solitary column still visible today.

Lighthouse of Alexandria

Long ago, the most famous lighthouse stood tall at about three hundred and fifty feet on Pharos island in the Alexandria harbor of ancient Egypt.

Constructed during the rule of Ptolemy II Philadelphus (280-247 BCE), it was a sophisticated structure crafted to showcase the intellectual achievements of the world, revealing its mathematical and geometric foundations.

Sostratus of Cnidus was the mastermind behind the design, featuring a burning fire atop a cylindrical tower, an octagonal middle, and a square base.

However, the lighthouse gradually fell into disrepair following three earthquakes between 965 and 1323 CE.

Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

Built in 350 BCE as a tomb for Mausolus, the ruler of Caria in ancient Asia Minor, this structure was so remarkable that it gave rise to the term “mausoleum,” now commonly used for significant funeral monuments.

The structure combined design elements from Greek, Near Eastern, and Egyptian traditions, using Anatolian and Pentelic marble.

However, the mausoleum met its end due to a series of earthquakes between the twelfth and fifteenth centuries. It was the last of the six ancient wonders to succumb to destruction.

Hanging Gardens of Babylon

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon said to feature intricate terraces, stunning water elements, and floating plants, are believed to have existed around 600 BCE. Legend has it that they were situated roughly fifty miles south of present-day Baghdad in Iraq.

However, historical records of the gardens are solely found in ancient tales. One story holds that Babylonian Emperor Nebuchadnezzar built the gardens for his wife, Amyitis. Surprisingly, there’s no mention of the gardens in any texts written by the Emperor or his wife.

If these gardens did indeed exist, they would have met their end when the Achaemenid Empire conquered Babylon in 539 BC.

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Seven Wonders of the Ancient World ZEYNEP GÜNLER9/B - 235

Contents √Entrance √Question √7 wonders of the ancient world

religion, mythology, art, power and science • classicalantiquity • Mediterranean

Who can listthenames of 7 wonders of theworld

Great Pyramid of Giza

HangingGardens of Babylon

Statue of Zeus at Olympia

Temple of Artemis at Ephesus

Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

Colossus of Rhodes

Lighthouse of Alexandria

References • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvYV12onOFY • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_Wonders_of_the_Ancient_World

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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Social Studies Projects Spring 2008. www.faculty.fairfield.edu/jmac/rs/7wonders. The Ancient World Wonders. To demonstrate your learning of the Seven Ancient wonders, you will create 3 projects, selected from a total of 9. The projects are as follows:.

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SMITHSONIAN ASSOCIATES

Explore America’s Roadside Wonders and More Lively Programs in July

Beat the heat with Smithsonian Associates’ expansive roster of classes, programs and tours

Lisa K. Friedman

Smithsonian Associates offers innovative, engaging learning experiences for people of all ages. Hundreds of online and in-person lectures, seminars, performances, hands-on studio arts classes, one-of-a-kind study tours and children’s programs are offered annually. To view the Smithsonian Associates digital program guide, visit  smithsonianassociates.org .

Tuesday, July 9  

The Origins of Western Art: From the Paleolithic Through the Aegean Bronze Age: In the first of a four-session course, art historian Renee Gondek discusses art of the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods, a time when the ancient peoples of the Mediterranean created some of the first paintings and sculptures. Visit the early cave paintings from Lascaux and explore the mystery of the monumental sculpture, Stonehenge in England during this fascinating afternoon course. Participants in the Smithsonian World Art History Certificate program earn 1 credit. This program will be held online from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. $100-$110  

Art + History: John Trumbull’s The Surrender of Lord Cornwallis: Study the great works of art in their historical context with Paul Glenshaw, a popular Smithsonian speaker, and Revolutionary War scholar Iris de Rode. This lively discussion delves into the time of the artist, explores the present he inhabited, and considers what shaped his vision. Participants in the Smithsonian World Art History Certificate program earn 1/2 credit. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ET $25-$30

Wednesday, July 10

Roadside Attractions: Reasons to Stretch Your Legs: Visit some of the often-bizarre sights across America with travel expert Bill Cleven and find out what tales are behind these iconic and memorable sights. From the Giant Blue Whale of Catoosa to the worlds largest wind chime in Casey, Illinois, Clevlen shows us a bit of what we might see when we divert off the highway to stretch our legs. This program is presented on Zoom from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET. $25-$30

Thursday, July 11

Ships of State: Presidents at Sea: In this revealing discussion, veteran White House correspondent and historian Ken Walsh provides an illustrated history of presidents and their relationships to the sea, as well as the maritime experiences that have left an indelible mark on the fabric of American leadership. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET. $20-$25

Sunday, July 14

German Expressionism and the Modernist Impulse: During this afternoon program, senior lecturer at the National Gallery of Art, David Gariff explores the vital role that German and Austrian Expressionism played in the tumultuous period leading up to WWI and discusses how they provided a fertile ground for the emergence of new visual languages for the artists that followed. Participants in the World Art History Certificate program earn 1/2 credit. This program is presented on Zoom from 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. ET. $20-$25

Armor of the Samurai at the Virginia Museum of Fine Art: Travel to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond with historian Justin M. Jacobs for an awe-inspiring look at Japan’s exquisitely crafted samurai armor from one of the largest and finest collections in the world. A three-course sit-down lunch is included. Participants in the World Art History Certificate program earn 1/2 credit. Tour participants meet at the Holiday Inn Capitol at 550 C St. SW in Washington, D.C. at 7:45 a.m. $200-$250

In Search of America: Travels with Charley (and Clay): Retrace John Steinbeck’s Travels with Charlie tour with historian Clay Jenkinson as he examines Steinbeck's extraordinary account of his road trip and his own attempt to make sense of what Steinbeck called "this monster country." Jenkinson will soon be traveling the country, listening and reporting on the many voices of America’s past, present, and future. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET. $35-$40

The Jazzmen: Share a lively evening with Larry Tye, author of The Jazzmen: How Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Count Basie Transformed America , as he traces the story of how these revolutionary musicians orchestrated the chords that throbbed at the soul of 20th-century America, and, in the process, wrote the soundtrack for the civil rights movement. This program is presented on Zoom from 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ET $25-$30

Wednesday, July 17

Barbie: The History of America’s Best-Selling Doll: Join cultural historian Leslie Goddard and explore the history of Barbie, beginning with her inventor, Ruth Handler, who delves into the complex cultural battles Barbie has inspired over the decades. Learn how Barbie helped transform Mattel into one of the world’s most successful toy companies. This program is presented on Zoom from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ET. $25-$30

The Sublimely Subversive Cinema of Billy Wilder: Enjoy a presentation by film historian Max Alvarez who offers a sprawling tribute to the laughter and intensity of the great Billy Wilder, a screenwriter with a gift for provocation and dark humor as well as a knack for sophisticated adult romps, making him, many respects, ultimate commentator on American culture. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET. $30-$35

Thursday, July 18

Cities of the Bible: Weaving together biblical archaeology, history and personal experience, Robert Cargill, assistant professor of classics and religious studies at the University of Iowa, leads a fascinating tour through Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Qumran, Babylon, Athens, Alexandria and Rome to reveal how their stories shed new light on the Bible. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET. $20-$25

The Art of Breathing: Yogic Philosophy and Practices: Join Linda Lang, a certified yoga therapist, as she offers an opportunity to refine your experience of the breath as a time-honored calming strategy. Learn how to embrace yogic thinking and specific breath techniques to cultivate a healthier relationship with your body and mind. This afternoon program is presented on Zoom from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. $25-$30

Tuesday, July 23

Among the Great Whites: Dive into the deep with journalist Susan Casey offers a presentation full of jaw-dropping images that’s part adventure tale and part natural history lesson. In it, she discusses her time spent among the great whites as well as the latest in great white shark research. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ET. $25-$30

Quantum Mechanics Demystified: Learn how physicists really think with Sean Carroll, a theoretical physicist who is known for his unique approach to sharing physics with a broad audience. In this lecture, Carroll takes on quantum field theory—how modern physics describes nature at its most profound level. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET. $20-$25

Wednesday, July 24

The Magnificence of Mozart Concertos: Tune in as pianist and scholar Rachel Franklin explores how Mozart built the modern concerto form and shaped our contemporary expectations of virtuosity allied with expressive power, and finds intersections among classical and jazz music, film scores and the fine arts.   This is the first of two afternoon sessions, presented on Zoom from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET. $50-$60

Thursday, July 25

Court Life in 17th-Century London: A Visitor’s Guide: Go back in time with Robert Bucholz, a history professor at Loyola University, who evokes the experience of being present in a drawing room at Hampton Court Palace at the end of the Stuart Age when gathering meant an opportunity for increasing one’s power and, ultimately, catching the eye of the ruler. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET. $20-$25

Friday, July 26

Under the Tuscan Sun: Summer Wine Vacation Adventures with a Top Sommelier : Spend a fascinating evening of wine and culture as you travel the world with sommelier Erik Segelbaum in a series of delectable wine-tasting adventures. The first session in the summer series focuses on Tuscany. The immersive program includes a curated personal tasting kit to enhance the experience. This program is presented on Zoom from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET. $70-$80

Monday, July 29

Krakow: Off the Beaten Path:   Wander around Krakow with tour guide and author Christopher Skutela who leads you off the beaten path in the city, revealing sites where tourists don’t tend to go. Explore historic neighborhoods and get a breath of fresh air at Kosciuszko Mound and Bielany Hermitage and Woods. This afternoon program is presented on Zoom from 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. ET. $20-$25

The Battle of Remagen: A Pivotal Moment in WWII: Join military historian Mitch Yockelson as he shares the story of the Battle of Remagen—an intense battle for the Americans to cross the only remaining bridge spanning the Rhine River—and learn how this pivotal action ultimately shortened the war in Europe. This program is presented on Zoom from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET. $20-$25

Wednesday, July 31

Thomas Jefferson and the Nuances of Leadership: Examine the question of what a wealthy, white, slave-owning aristocrat has to teach us about the nature of American leadership, especially political leadership, with historian John Ragosta in this interesting evening program. Presented on Zoom from 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ET. $20-$25

To view the Smithsonian Associates digital program guide, visit  smithsonianassociates.org . 

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Lisa K. Friedman is an author and essayist living in Washington, D.C.