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Great Pyramid to Garden of Babylon: 7 Wonders of the Ancient world

Great Pyramid to Garden of Babylon, 7 Wonders of the Ancient world. Only the Great Pyramid stands. These feats showcase ancient craftsmanship and artistry

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The Great Pyramid of Giza (Egypt)

This is the only wonder that still stands today. It's the largest and most famous of the three pyramids in Giza, Egypt, and was built as a tomb for the Pharaoh Khufu

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The Hanging Gardens of Babylon (IRAQ)

These gardens were said to have been built by King Nebuchadnezzar II for his homesick wife in the ancient city of Babylon

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The Statue of Zeus at Olympia (Greece)

This colossal statue of the Greek god Zeus was created by the sculptor Phidias and was located in the Temple of Zeus in Olympia

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The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus (Turkey)

The Temple of Artemis, dedicated to the Greek goddess of the hunt, was a grand structure known for its beautiful columns and artwork

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The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (Turkey)

This monumental tomb was built for Mausolus, a satrap in the Persian Empire, and his wife Artemisia II of Caria

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The Colossus of Rhodes (Greece)

This enormous bronze statue of the sun god Helios was erected at the entrance of the harbor of Rhodes. It was one of the tallest statues of the ancient world

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The Lighthouse of Alexandria (Egypt)

Also known as the Pharos of Alexandria, this lighthouse stood on the island of Pharos and guided ships into the busy harbor of Alexandria

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