Which of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World was destroyed by a fame-seeking arsonist?
Temple of Artemis
Lighthouse of Alexandria
Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
Fact: The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was deliberately set ablaze in 356 B.C. by a man named Herostratus. According to ancient accounts, Herostratus admitted that he committed the crime solely to make his name famous. Authorities attempted to erase him from history by banning any mention of his name, but the story survived through historical records. Ironically, his quest for notoriety succeeded, and the term “Herostratic fame” is still used today to describe someone who seeks attention through destructive or infamous acts.
Correct Answer: Temple of Artemis