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In 408 B.C. the city of Rhodes was built, on the island, of Rhodes. The city was made to fit well with the best natural harbor on the island. It was an important economic center in the ancient world. Located just off the southwestern tip of Asia Minor, about where the Aegean Sea meets the Mediterranean. In 357 B.C. it was conquered by Mausolus of Halicarnassus, whose tomb is also one of the seven wonders …

…however, was made of lighter materials, and weighed at least that of the Statue of Liberty, most likely less. Ancient accounts say there were many stone columns, acting as main support. Iron bars were then hammered into the stone supports. Then bronze plates were carefully shaped, hoisted up, and riveted into place. The architect of the Colossus, Chares Lindos, was a Rhodian sculptor, who was a patriot, and fought in the defense of the city.