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How big was the colossus of Rhodes?

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The statue itself was 30 metres high, and stood on a pedestal that was 15 metres high for a total height of 45 metres.

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What is the colossus of Rhodes?
It was a statue of Apollo (Helios) the sun god, which was built to celebrate the freedom of the Rhodians.
Where is The Colossus the Rhodes?
The colossus of Rhodes WAS in the city of Rhodes
What was the colossus of Rhodes?
A gigantic statue that stood with one foot one either side of the harbor on the island of Rhodes, Greece. Ships entering the harbor sailed between its legs. It was one of the seven wonders of the...
What was the use of the colossus of Rhodes by the citizens of Rhodes?
It was built as a celebration of the Rhodian's freedom after winning a battle against Demetrius.
How much did the Colossus of Rhodes weight?
Its somewhere around the weight of the statue of liberty. i do kno it was very heavy though.