Lighthouse of Alexandria
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| Lighthouse of Alexandria | |
|---|---|
| Location | Pharos, Alexandria, Egypt |
| Built | c. 280 BC |
| Height | about 100 m |
The Lighthouse of Alexandria was a lighthouse built by the Ptolemaic Kingdom on the island of Pharos.[1] It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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Construction[edit]
Construction was completed during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus. The architect was Sostratus of Cnidus.
Design
The tower had three stages: a square lower section, an octagonal middle section and a circular top.
Destruction[edit]
The lighthouse was badly damaged by earthquakes between 956 and 1323 AD and became an abandoned ruin.
References
- Clayton, Peter; Price, Martin (1988). The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Routledge.
Categories: Lighthouses | Seven Wonders of the Ancient World