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How can the Lighthouse in Alexandria be one of the Seven Wonders of the World if it is no longer standing?
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∙ 13y ago
The Colossus of Rhodes is no longer standing either, nor do the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, well, hang. These are all wonders of the classical world. They are separate from the seven wonders of modern times.
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What is the relative location for the lighthouse of Alexandria?
The Lighthouse of Alexandria was built in ALexandria, Egypt around 250BC. The Lighthouse destroyed by a series of earthquakes over several centuries, until in 1480AD even the concrete base was no longer able to be found.
Where can the lighthouse of Alexandria located?
The Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as The Pharos of Alexandria, no longer stands. It was originally built on the island of Pharos, just off the coast of Alexandria, between 280 and 247 BC (BCE).
Where is the Pharos lighthouse?
The Pharos of Alexandria, also commonly referred to as the Lighthouse of Alexandria, is located on the island Pharos in Egypt, Africa. It was built around 280-247 B.C. to guide sailors into the port of Alexandria.
How have lighthouses changed since ww2?
Nowadays, lighthouses are usually automated, and no longer require lighthouse keepers to stay in the lighthouse.
Where are the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?
1. Christ Redeemer in Brazil 2. Colosseum in Italy 3. Petra in Jordan 4. Taj Mahal in India 5. Great wall of China 6. Machu Picchu in Peru 7. Chichenitza in Mexico
Where is the Lighthouse of Alexandra?
It is no longer in existence, destroyed by earthquakes but was situated on the island of Pharos
Can you go in Ludlams Beach lighthouse in NJ?
Ludlam Beach Lighthouse was built in 1888 in New Jersey. Unfortunately, after decades of it's existence, it is no longer possible to visit as it was torn down in 2012.
Is Asking Alexandria Illuminati?
No, Asking Alexandria does not support any cult or religion, it is just a rock band. And, as the Illuminati do not exist any longer (not since 1785), no one can be a member.
What is the answer to this riddle the longer you are standing the shorter you get?
A lit candle.
Are you slightly longer while lying down than you are while standing up what physics principle is it demonstrating?
Are you slightly longer standing up verses laying down?
What are the dimensions of the lighthouse of Alexandria?
Since it no longer exists we can only rely on descriptions written by people who saw it in use in ancient and medieval times. The height is estimated at 120 to 140 metres (around 400 to 450 feet) and the tower was about 8.5 metres (28 feet) square, built on a large platform 6.5 metres (21 feet) high.
Are your feet longer in the morning than at night?
No, it anything your feet are wider and longer after you have been standing on them all day.
