world history major structures

By Victor Teran
  • 2630 BCE

    Pyramids

    Pyramids
    Tombs for dead pharaohs and their queens
  • 2100 BCE

    Ziggurat

    Ziggurat
    To honor main god of city. Ramp from base to summit.
  • 447 BCE

    Parthenon

    Parthenon
    Was built as a temple for the patron of Athens, Athena.
  • 70

    Colosseum

    Colosseum
    Was built for forms of entertainment.
  • 203

    Hippodrome

    Hippodrome
    Was used for chariot racing.
  • 537

    Hagia Sophia

    Hagia Sophia
    Used as a christian cathedral.
  • 684

    Temple of the Cross Complex

    Temple of the Cross Complex
    Commemorate the ruling of Kan-Bahlum.
  • 1163

    The Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris

    The Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris
    It is used as a cathedral.
  • 1325

    Templo Mayor

    Templo Mayor
    Dedicated to the god of war.
  • Apr 18, 1506

    St. Peter's Basilica

    St. Peter's Basilica
    Used as catholic church.
  • 1550

    Süleymaniye Mosque

    Süleymaniye Mosque
    Used as a place of worship.