7 Wonders of the World
- Great Wall of China (China)
- Petra (Jordan)
- Christ the Redeemer (Brazil)
- Machu Picchu (Peru)
- Chichen Itza (Mexico)
- Roman Colosseum (Italy)
- Taj Mahal (India)
The Great Wall of China is an ancient series of walls and fortifications, totaling more than 13,000 miles, located in northern China. Originally conceived by Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the third century B.C. as a means of preventing incursions from barbarian nomads, the wall is one of the most extensive construction projects ever completed.
Petra, an archaeological site in Jordan, was once the capital of the Nabataean Empire. Known for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system, it is also called the "Rose City" due to the color of the stone. Petra is half-built, half-carved into the rock and surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges.
Christ the Redeemer is a massive statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was constructed between 1922 and 1931 and stands at 98 feet (30 meters) tall, with arms stretching 92 feet wide. This iconic symbol of Christianity overlooks the city and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel located in the Eastern Cordillera of southern Peru. It sits 2,430 meters above sea level and is often referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas." Machu Picchu is known for its sophisticated dry-stone construction and panoramic views.
Chichen Itza is a large pre-Columbian archaeological site located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It was a major focal point in the Northern Maya Lowlands from around 600 AD to 1200 AD. The site includes the famous pyramid El Castillo, which served as a temple to the god Kukulcan.
The Roman Colosseum, located in the center of Rome, is the largest ancient amphitheater ever built. It was constructed in AD 70–80 under the emperors Vespasian and Titus and could hold between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators. The Colosseum was primarily used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles.
The Taj Mahal, located in Agra, India, is a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1653, it is an iconic symbol of love and a masterpiece of Mughal architecture.