Events with tag - Ancient Engineering

January 1, 2561 BC

Great Pyramid of Giza Construction

The Great Pyramid of Giza, built around 2560 BCE during the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt's Old Kingdom, stands as humanity's most remarkable architectural achievement. Rising 481 feet, it remained the world's tallest human-made structure for over 3,800 years.

January 1, 1265 BC

Construction of Abu Simbel Temples

The magnificent Abu Simbel temples, carved into mountainside, were constructed during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, taking 20 years to complete from 1264 BCE to 1244 BCE.

January 1, 433 BC

Completion of the Parthenon

The Parthenon, ancient Greece's most iconic temple, was completed in 432 BCE after 15 years of construction. This architectural masterpiece, dedicated to goddess Athena, featured intricate marble work, sophisticated engineering, and elaborate sculptural decorations.

July 1, 80

Completion of the Roman Colosseum

The Roman Colosseum, an architectural marvel of the ancient world, was completed in 80 CE under Emperor Titus after eight years of construction. This massive amphitheater could hold 50,000 spectators and featured innovative engineering solutions including three levels of arcades and complex underground systems.

January 1, 128

Pantheon of Rome Construction

The Pantheon, Rome's architectural masterpiece, was reconstructed under Emperor Hadrian between 118-128 CE, featuring the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome measuring 43.3 meters in diameter.

July 25, 315

Arch of Constantine Completion

The Arch of Constantine, Rome's largest triumphal arch, was completed in 315 CE to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. This monumental structure marks the empire's transition from paganism to Christianity.