Early humans used to have caves as their shelter. When civilization made its way to the world history, buildings are formed with its various functions. It serves the basic needs of society: living space, store belongings, to be comfortable with living and working. Let us date back the famous structures for its longevity.
Great Pyramid of Giza in Cairo, Egypt was built in 2560 BC (4570 years standing!). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as an elaborate and extravagant tomb for Pharaoh Khufu. He was entombed in the King’s Chamber, one of the three known chambers within the Great Pyramid.This is built from approximately 2.3 million limestone blocks and was just built in a span of 20 years!
The Great Wall Of China in China (2410 years) has its wall stretched 5,500 miles (8,851 km) and still continues to be the largest defensive man-made project. The Great Wall protected the many different dynasties that have ruled China over the centuries, but nowadays is a top tourist destination in China.
The Colosseum in Rome, Italy (1930 years) is originally called the Flavian Ampitheatre. The structure wasn’t always used as an amphitheatre though, since in the 12th century it was fully fortified by the Frangipani family who used it as a castle. Although it still stands proudly in Rome as the top tourist attraction of the city, it suffered massive damage and nowadays only one fully built side is still standing.
Your home could also be a sturdy as these structures. Having a good foundation is the basic key to life-long houses.
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