The (Other) Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

Summary by Krater

This video explores seven lesser-known structures proposed by ancient authors as wonders of the ancient world, including the Labyrinth at Hawara, the Temple of Zeus at Cyzicus, the sewers of Rome, the Theatrum Scauri, the Altar of Horns at Delos, the walls of Babylon, and the Colosseum.

From the video

Answers: What are the other seven wonders of the ancient world proposed by ancient authors?

• Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
• Hawara Labyrinth
• Temple of Zeus at Cyzicus
• Sewers of Ancient Rome
• Theatrum Scauri
• Altar of Horns at Delos
• Walls of Babylon

What it concludes

• Ancient Greek and Roman authors proposed alternative lists of wonders beyond the traditional seven, including structures like the Labyrinth at Hawara, the Temple of Zeus at Cyzicus, and the Theatrum Scauri.
• While structures like the Hawara Labyrinth and the Temple of Zeus at Cyzicus were celebrated as wonders in antiquity, they have been largely destroyed or lost without a trace.
• Though admired in antiquity, the Colosseum and other magnificent Roman structures were never included in the canonical list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.