One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, it was brought down by an earthquake during the Arab period.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was The Lighthouse of Alexandria (c. 280 BCE)?
- Built on the island of Pharos, this lighthouse stood roughly 100–140 m high; a three-tiered stone structure whose mirrored light system could be seen from 50 km away.
- When did The Lighthouse of Alexandria (c. 280 BCE) happen?
- 280 BCE
- Where did The Lighthouse of Alexandria (c. 280 BCE) take place?
- İskenderiye, Mısır