answersLogoWhite

0

The Sphinx is not considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. However, the Giza Pyramids in Egypt are one of the seven wonders.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is the wonder of the ancient world that could be seen 30 miles out to sea?

my name im bobo


It was said this wonder of the ancient world could been seen 30 miles out to sea what was it?

The Colossus of Rhodes


Did the sphinx guard anything?

Yes, the Sphinx, particularly in ancient Egyptian mythology, was often associated with guarding sacred sites and tombs, such as the pyramids of Giza. In Greek mythology, the Sphinx is known for guarding the city of Thebes and posed riddles to travelers, devouring those who could not answer correctly. Thus, in both cultures, the Sphinx served as a protector of important places and knowledge.


What sentence could you make from the word sphinx?

The sphinx was a popular icon in Egypt.


The greatest natural wonder in Australia?

The greatest natural wonder in Australia could be considered to be either the Great Barrier Reef or Uluru/Ayers Rock.


Is the sphinx a protector?

Yes, the sphinx is often regarded as a protector, particularly in ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology. In Egypt, the Great Sphinx of Giza was believed to guard the tombs and temples, symbolizing strength and wisdom. In Greek mythology, the sphinx posed riddles to travelers, and while it could be seen as a threat, it also served as a gatekeeper, protecting the city of Thebes from those who could not answer its riddles. Thus, its role as a protector can be interpreted in both a literal and metaphorical sense.


Who is Sphinx that lived in the old times?

The Sphinx is a mythical creature from ancient Greek and Egyptian mythology, typically depicted as a lion with a human head. In Greek mythology, the Sphinx is known for posing a riddle to travelers, famously leading to the demise of those who could not answer it, most notably Oedipus. In Egyptian culture, the Sphinx is often associated with the pharaohs and serves as a symbol of strength and wisdom, with the Great Sphinx of Giza being one of the most iconic representations.


Who is buried in the sphinx?

There is no evidence that anyone did live inside the Sphinx, and no proof there is an inside where anyone could live.


Is there a tomb under the great sphinx of Giza?

the sphinx wasnt a tomb, i guess you could it was for decoration.


What does a cat sphinx look like?

A Sphinx cat has no hair ,Sometime they could be born with very little the sphinx cat I had had very little hair. When they have very little hair you could almost all them a "Odd Ball", sound mean but if you think about it a sphinx is not supposed have hair.


Why was the sphinx of Egypt built?

As yet no-one knows and its unlikely we ever will seeing as we don't know who built it or exactly when although it is speculated that it predates the pyramids by millennia It is most truly one of if not the most wonderous of the wonders of the ancient world


What tax did the people of Thebes pay the Sphinx?

The Sphinx demanded young men to be sent to her from Thebes. If they could not answer her riddles, they were killed and consumed.