Most people know the Colossus of Rhodes as one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, but there are many surprising facts ...

Colossus of Rhodes: A Grand Welcome to Visitors Among the lost wonders of the ancient world, the Colossus of Rhodes stands out for its colossal stature and intriguing history.

The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was a massive bronze statue of Helios, the sun god, standing about 108 feet tall at the entrance to Mandraki Harbor.

It was the world's first bucket list: archaeologists more than 100 years ago discovered the oldest-surviving description of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.