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29 April 2015
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
INTRODUCTION
It was only during the Middle Ages that a list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World was penned down. It has been observed that the compilation comprises of mostly huge buildings, monuments and statues. Another important aspect of these Seven Wonders that belonged to the ancient times was based on mythology, religion, art, science and strength of the prominent figures. But with the passage of time and growth of civilizations, they are viewed as great works of art and architecture. The power of humans to bring such massive changes in the landscape and their craftsmanship is adored today. The huge structures like the pyramids, statues, temples stand out today to speak about the unbelievable capacity of the artists to sculpt them. Their beauty and construction during a time when only hand-tools were available is incomparable.
The list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World runs thus according to the time of their construction:
The Great Pyramid at Giza in Egypt.
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon.
The Statue of Zeus at Olympia in Greece.
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus.
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus.
The Colossus of Rhodes.
The Lighthouse at Alexandria…