Lighthouse of Alexandria
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Lighthouse of Alexandria
Assemble me. Build one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World!
Bring history to light when you build the Lighthouse of Alexandria from Ugears! This majestic wooden model lighthouse is an imaginative recreation of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World – the giant lighthouse built by Ptolemy I and Ptolemy II in the third century at the western edge of the Nile River delta in Egypt. Built of solid blocks of stone, and towering over 100 m high, the Lighthouse of Alexandria was one of the tallest man-made structures in the world. It survived more than a thousand years until a series of earthquakes, the last in 1303, caused it to tumble into the sea. Remnants of the great lighthouse, including granite blocks, columns and statues, were rediscovered on the floor of Alexandria's harbor in 1968 and can still be seen by divers today.
The DIY wooden model Lighthouse of Alexandria by Ugears is based in large part on the surviving historical record. With two LED lights – one at the top illuminating a flame cutout behind the lens, and one inside the main tower illuminating the tower's latticework – the Lighthouse of Alexandria is not just an architectural wonder but also a cozy nightlight. You can leave the model in its attractive natural wood state or paint or stain it to add even greater realism.
The DIY wooden model Lighthouse of Alexandria by Ugears is based in large part on the surviving historical record. With two LED lights – one at the top illuminating a flame cutout behind the lens, and one inside the main tower illuminating the tower's latticework – the Lighthouse of Alexandria is not just an architectural wonder but also a cozy nightlight. You can leave the model in its attractive natural wood state or paint or stain it to add even greater realism.
Ancient lighthouse features:
- Replica of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Engraved cutout of Zeus, clutching a thunderbolt
- Laser engraving replicates the look of stone blocks and shingles
- Interesting details: parapets, towers, catwalk, and a cupola
- Moving gates in the base at both front and rear that open with turning knobs
- Assembles without glue or tools
- Includes step-by-step instructions in 11 languages
Beautiful nightlight features:
- Two warm LED lights (at the top and inside the main tower)
- Powered either by USB-C (via phone charging) or three AA batteries
- Charging port and an on/off switch are located at the rear of the base
- Ideal size for a nightstand (31 cm)
- Includes electrical components, 2 LED lights, and acrylic lighthouse lens
