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Secrets of the Seven Wonders.

  • Published In: Archaeology, 2025, v. 78, n. 6. P. 24 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: URBANUS, JASON; LEONARD, BENJAMIN; LOBELL, JARRETT A. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores how archaeologists are rediscovering the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, focusing on their historical significance and the ongoing research efforts to understand their construction and cultural impact. It highlights the Great Pyramid of Giza as the only surviving wonder, detailing recent discoveries about its construction workforce and logistics. Other wonders, such as the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Colossus of Rhodes, are examined through historical accounts and archaeological evidence, revealing debates about their locations and appearances. The article emphasizes the use of modern technology, including digital restoration and 3D modeling, to visualize these ancient monuments and enhance our understanding of their grandeur and the civilizations that built them. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Archaeology. 2025/11, Vol. 78, Issue 6, p24
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0003-8113
  • Accession Number:188219358
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