What is another word for tower of pharos?
Pronunciation: [tˈa͡ʊəɹ ɒv fˈaɹə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The Tower of Pharos, also known as the Lighthouse of Alexandria, was an ancient structure located in Egypt. Synonyms for this iconic tower include the Beacon of Alexandria, the Pharos Lighthouse, and the Alexandria Tower. The tower was built between 285-247 BCE, during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus. It rose to a height of more than 450 feet, making it one of the tallest man-made structures of its time. Its intended purpose was to guide ships safely to shore at night, using a system of mirrors to reflect the light from a massive fire at the top. Despite being destroyed by multiple earthquakes over the centuries, the legacy of the Tower of Pharos lives on as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
