Events with tag - Monuments

January 1, 2631 BC

Construction of Step Pyramid of Djoser Begins

The Step Pyramid of Djoser, designed by architect Imhotep, began construction as the world's first large-scale stone building. Located in Saqqara, Egypt, this revolutionary structure marked the transition from simple mastaba tombs to monumental pyramids.

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.

2501 BC

Construction of the Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx of Giza, carved from limestone bedrock, was constructed around 2500 BCE during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre. This monumental structure combines a lion's body with a human head and faces east, perfectly aligned with the spring equinox.

January 1, 2056 BC

Construction of Karnak Temple Complex

The Karnak Temple Complex, initiated around 2055 BCE, evolved over 2000 years to become the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Starting as a modest shrine during the Middle Kingdom, it expanded significantly during the New Kingdom period, featuring contributions from numerous pharaohs including Senusret I, Hatshepsut, and Ramesses II.

1401 BC

Construction of Luxor Temple

The magnificent Luxor Temple began construction around 1400 BCE during Egypt's New Kingdom period, initiated by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramesses II, becoming one of ancient Egypt's most significant religious complexes.

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, 457 BC

Completion of Temple of Zeus at Olympia

The magnificent Temple of Zeus at Olympia, one of ancient Greece's most remarkable architectural achievements, was completed in 456 BCE after 16 years of construction. The temple served as the centerpiece of the sacred sanctuary of Olympia and housed the legendary statue of Zeus.

January 1, 281 BC

Construction of Philae Temple Complex

Construction of the magnificent Philae Temple complex began around 280 BC during the Ptolemaic period, becoming one of Egypt's most important religious centers dedicated to the goddess Isis.

January 1, 58 BC

Temple of Edfu Completion

The Temple of Edfu, one of ancient Egypt's most impressive Ptolemaic temples, was completed in 57 BCE after 180 years of construction. This massive structure, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, represents the pinnacle of Egyptian temple architecture.

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, 1136

Wieliczka Salt Mine

The Wieliczka Salt Mine, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is a unique mining monument with documented history dating back to the 12th century. The first mentions of salt extraction come from a papal bull of 1136, and the site has transformed from a medieval mining center into a world-class tourist attraction.

January 1, 1285

Defensive Walls of Krakow

Monumental city fortifications of Krakow, built from 1285, consisting of 2.7 km long walls, 47 towers and 8 city gates. The defensive system was a key element in the development of the medieval city and its position as the capital of the Polish Kingdom.