7 Wonders of the World

1. Taj Mahal

Location: Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Area: 17 Hectares 

Height: 73 m (240 ft)

In addition to its stunning design, history, and love story, the Taj Mahal is admired across the world. The Taj Mahal in Agra, India, was built in 1632 as a memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died young. It also contains the mausoleum of Shah Jahan, who was the ruler of the Mughal Empire. It was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 for its ivory-white marble construction and valuable stones. Approximately, 7 to 8 million people visit this place from across the world

2. Colosseum

Location: Rome, Italy

Height:; 48 m

Area: 2 Hector 

The circular amphitheater is located in Rome's historic center, the Flavian Amphitheater, better known as the Colosseum. Work on the Colosseum began in AD 72 under Emperor Vespasian's command, and it was completed in AD 80 under the direction of Emperor Titus. Sands and concrete are the only components used in the construction of this building. 

    It is the world's largest amphitheater, holding up to 80,000 spectators. Even in the ancient times, people enjoyed seeing public shows like gladiatorial combat and mock sea battles. Animals hunts, famous war reenactments, executions, and epic plays were among the other activities they took part in. This well-known tourist destination in Rome preserves the splendor of imperial Rome.  

 

3.   The Great Wall of China

       

Location: China 

Length: 21,196 km 

The name "Great Wall of China" refers to a network of walls constructed along China's borders. Various Chinese states and emperors erected the Great Wall of China to define and guard their borders. the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) is thought to have built these ancient walls, which date back to the 7th century BC. People from across the globe visit this place in any season to enjoy the glamor of this magnificent construction. In 1987, UNESCO declared it as a World Heritage Site.  

  

        4. Chichen Itza

 

Location: Tinum Municipality of Yucatan State in Mexico 

Due to its cultural significance, Chihzen Itza, an ancient manmade wonder, is considered one of the seven wonders of the world. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1988 because of its cultural significance. Archeologist reveals that inside Chichen Itza, there is a temple containing human remains and a single stairway. Thousand of people across the world visit this place annually, however, visitors are not allowed to climb this monument. 

         

 5. Petra

 

 Location: Southern Jordan

Petra, a historical and archeological city in southern Jordan, was originally referred to as Raqmu by its first residents. Access to Petra is by the way of a 1.2 km long ravine, which leads directly to the Khazneh. It is thought that the area around Petra was inhibited about 7,000 years ago. Johann Ludwig Burckhardt found it in 1812, and it had been unknown to the world until then. Due to the color of the stone from which it is carved, Petra is often referred to as "Rose City". 

UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1985 because of its beautiful cut-rock architecture. Its beauty and glamor continue to attract thousands of visitors annually from across the world.  

 6.  Christ the Redeemer

 Location: Brazil

Height: 700 m 

Christ the Redeemer is one of the seven wonders of the world. It is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ, designed by Paul Landowski, a French sculptor, and then later built by Heitor da Silva Costa, a Brazilian engineer. Another French engineer, Albert Caquot is also credited for the construction of this statue. Gheorghe Leonida, a Romanian sculptor, designed the face. In the Tijuca Forest National Park, overlooking Rid de Janeiro, there are 635 metric tons of reinforced concrete with soapstone embedded in it. After starting construction in 1922, the statue was completed in 1931.

7. Machu Picchu

Location: Eastern Cordillera of  Southern Peru

Height: 7,970 ft mountain range 

The Peruvian mountains are home to Machu Picchu, an Inca fortress dating back to the 15th century. If you are looking for the "Lost City of the Incans", this is what you are looking for. One hundred and twenty years later, when the Spanish conquistadors captured the area, the Incan monarch Pachacuti constructed a palace there. According to American historian Hiram Bingham, the Spanish were utterly unaware of its existence before 1911. Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, constructed of polished dry-stone, was designed as a Peruvian Historical Sanctuary in 1981 and a Peruvian Hysterical Sanctuary in 1983.