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The Lighthouse of Alexandria: A Marvel of the Ancient World
TLDR The Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was a strategically important structure that served as a beacon for ships and played a significant role in the city's importance. Although it was eventually destroyed by earthquakes, remnants of the lighthouse can still be found on the seafloor, making it a fascinating dive site.
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Ptolemy, one of Alexander the Great's generals, began construction on the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, in the city of Alexandria, which was strategically located at the meeting point of the Nile River and the Mediterranean Sea.
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Ptolemy wanted to improve the navigation in the harbor of Alexandria, so he came up with the idea of building a lighthouse, which would serve as a beacon for ships to identify and navigate to the city at night, and it would be the biggest lighthouse in the world.
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The lighthouse of Alexandria was described by people from different cultures, had its architect's name embedded in it, and was built in three sections with a large ramp to transport fuel.
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The lighthouse and causeway were crucial in creating the exceptional Alexandria Harbor, which played a significant role in the city's importance and was strategically important for controlling the city.
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The lighthouse of Alexandria was eventually destroyed by earthquakes, with the final earthquakes in 1303 and 1323 rendering it unable to function as a lighthouse.
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Pieces of the original lighthouse of Alexandria were found on the seafloor, including granite blocks, sphinx statues, and obelisks, making it a unique and fascinating dive site for scuba enthusiasts.
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The lighthouse of Alexandria was the star attraction of the city, serving as the symbol of Alexandria and influencing the design of minarets in Egyptian mosques, and although plans for a new lighthouse have been proposed, none have been implemented yet.
