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about 2,350 people built the lighthouse of alexandria
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What is the cost to see the lighthouse of Alexandria?
The Lighthouse of Alexandria took 12 years to build. Archaeologists will never Know exactly how long it took, as many different sources all say different things.
How many times was the lighthouse of Alexandria hit by an earthquake?
There were two earthquakes that had a direct impact on the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Why were there so many windows in the lighthouse of Alexandria?
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Why was the lighthouse of Alexandria a wonder?
It is believed that, not only was the lighthouse at Alexandria the tallest lighthouse in the world for its time, but no lighthouse constructed since then has equalled it in height. It employed remarkable technology for the time, and stood for many centruies before being destroyed by a series of earthquakes.
How many people visit the lighthouse of Alexandria?
Since the 13th century? None. That's when it was destroyed in an earthquake.
Was the first lighthouse built by the ancient Romans Greeks or Egyptians?
In is not known. In antiquity, lighthouses functioned as port entrance markers to ports, not as signals for reefs and promontories, where fire platforms were used. It was only under the Romans that a network of lighthouses around the Mediterranean developed. The most famous ancient lighthouse was the Pharos of Alexandria of Egypt. This was a Greek lighthouse, not an Egyptian one. Alexandria was founded by the Greeks and the lighthouse was built during the period of Greek rule in Egypt. Many of the Roman lighthouses modelled on that of Alexandria. There was a huge lighthouse at Portus Romanus, Rome's port near Ostia. Another one was built at Centum Cellae (now Civitavecchia, 80 km NW of Rome) where the emperor Hadrian had a port built near his imperial palace and where a detachment of the imperial fleet was base in the third and second century AD.
How many of the seven ancient wonders of the world are located in Africa?
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What was the purpose for The Pharos of Alexandria?
The main purpose for the lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as the Pharos, was to have been a lighthouse much like today's lighthouses' purpose - to guide ships safely to harbour. Alexandria was a busy harbour, with many trade ships coming in, and the Pharos enabled safe passage. Sailing in this coastal region was very dangerous, so it was built to help the sailors navigate their return to the Great Harbor. It was also both a practical and unique symbol of the 'glory' of the ancient city of Alexandria, which flourished under Ptolemy Soter.
How many miles away could you see the lighthouse of Alexandria's light?
The range was 29 miles or 47 Kms
How many feet high was the First Lighthouse of Egypt?
The first lighthouse of Egypt was the Pharos, of Alexandria. The height of the lighthouse of Alexandria was estimated to have been between 115 and 135 m, or 380 and 440 ft, as 10th century travellers reported it as being 300 cubits high. To give a comparison, a 40 storey modern building is about 134m in height.
Who led the Greeks to defeat the Persians in 334 BC?
Alexander the Great lead the Greeks to defeat the Persians. After doing so, Alexander conquered many other lands and created the largest empire the world has ever seen at the time. He built many cities named after himself (Alexandria), but the most well-known Alexandria was in Egypt where he built a lighthouse 394 feet tall (120 meters). Alexander was one of the greatest conquerors in history.
Why did Sostratus of Knidos construct the lighthouse of Alexandria?
Alexandria was an important trade centre, and a clearly visible lighthouse was necessary for the many ships entering the harbour. Also, it was a very wealthy city, and what better way to show off the wealth of a city than to construct a magnificent tower like the Pharos?
