The Pharos of Alexandria

The Pharos of Alexandria was an ancient lighthouse built on the Egyptian island of Pharos around the 3rd century BCE. It served as a navigational aid, guiding ships safely into the busy port of Alexandria, one of the world's great trading cities. Standing approximately 100 meters tall, it was among the tallest structures of its time and featured a fire at its top that could be seen for miles. The lighthouse's design combined architectural ingenuity and engineering skill, making it a symbol of Alexandria's power and a marvel of ancient technology. It remained in use for centuries before eventually falling into ruin.