Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Colossus of Rhodes

The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue of the Greek Titan Helios. This was located on the Greek Island and was designed by Chares of Lindos in 280 BC. This was constructed for the victory of Rhodes over Cyprus. This statute stood over 98 feet tall. This was considered a wonder to marvel at for being one of the tallest statues in ancient times. It's destruction came from an earthquake in 226 BC. Its stood proud for 54 years.

  

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