The Seven Wonders of the World: A Bucket List for Ancient Travellers

Update: 2024-11-06

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More than 2,000 years ago, someone sat down and drafted a list of what they thought were the seven man-made wonders of the ancient world. From the Pyramid of Giza to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, historian Bettany Hughes shares her enthusiasm for the monumental achievements brought into existence by ancient cultures.

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The Seven Wonders of the World: A Bucket List for Ancient Travellers

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The Seven Wonders of the World: A Bucket List for Ancient Travellers

The Seven Wonders of the World: A Bucket List for Ancient Travellers