What are the seven ancient wonders of the world?
In ancient times, Philo of Byzantium scribed the first recorded list of civilization’s greatest structural accomplishments. He named these architectural masterpieces “The Seven Sights,” which over time became “The Seven Wonders.” According to CNN.com, these seven cultural expressions were built between 2700 and 270 B.C.E. All seven displayed unparalleled feats in size, artistry and engineering.