Which city was known for its massive lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?
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Correct answer: Alexandria
The Lighthouse of Pharos, located near Alexandria, was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and guided ships into one of antiquity's busiest ports. Alexandria itself was a hub of Hellenistic trade, scholarship, and culture.
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