The Great Wall of China
One of the greatest wonders of the world. 4,160-mile wall was built to protect China from invading Huns, Mongols, and other tribes, and to unite fortifications into one defense system.
Petra Jordan
An ancient wonderful city of stone lies hidden in a Jordanian valley between the Dead Sea and the Gulf of Aqaba. This ancient capital city was built around 9 B.C. during the reign of King Aretas IV and continued to flourish during the Roman Empire. It is now visible in its pink stone ruins and carved façade.
Christ Redeemer Statue Brazil
Standing 125 feet tall atop the Corcovado Mountain .The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer looks down on Rio de Janiero, Brazil, arms open wide as if to gather the city in his embrace.
Machu Picchu in Perú
The city remained unknown until it was rediscovered by an explorer in 1911. Machu Picchu was built at the peak of Incan culture. The site was probably chosen because of its proximity to mountains that had astrological significance to the Incan people.
Pyramid at Chichen Itza Mexico
Roman Colosseum Italy
Taj Mahal India
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