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BITE: The Lighthouse of Alexandria - Ancient Wonders of the World

Podcast: History Snacks
Published: Jun 10, 2026
Duration seconds: 131
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Our season is over but Producer Emily will be giving you quick bites of history until we return for next season. Today's History Bite: The Lighthouse of Alexandria. What was the Lighthouse of Alexandria? What were the wonders of the world? How did ancient lighthouses work? What is a lighthouse for?