Alexandria, Egypt
Lighthouse of Alexandria
The Pharos of Alexandria was a lighthouse built by the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Ancient Egypt, during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus. It has been estimated to have been at least 100 metres in overall height. One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, for many centuries it was one of the world's tallest man-made structures.
- City
- Alexandria
- Country
- Egypt
- Category
- Landmark
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
More places in Alexandria
- Citadel of Qaitbay
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque
- Lake Mariout
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- Ras El Tin Palace
Background: Wikipedia