Seven Wonders of the Modern World
The new seven wonders of the world was selected in 2007 after a popularity poll organised by the New7Wonders Foundation.
The wonders of the ancient world such as the 'hanging gardens of Babylon', the 'lighthouse tower of Alexandria' & the 'Egyptian pyramids' for long were the marvel of mankind. And if aliens did exist, I'm pretty sure they would have marveled as well.
Now in the modern era we have chosen to redefine the world's wonders. It is not because the ancients had lost its magic, it's just that times have changed & man has not stopped creating wonders. So there is a need for some new ones.
Notwithstanding all new seven wonders are great monuments with rich cultural and aesthetic values. I also feel like we really needed new wonders of the world with the Pyramids at Giza the only standing one from the old wonders.
In no particular order; here are the seven wonders of the modern world:
GREAT WALL OF CHINA
The Great Wall of China was built to protect the borders of the Chinese Empire from Invading Mongols. It spans over 4000 miles which makes it the world's longest manmade structure.
PETRA
PETRA
Petra which is the ancient capital city of the Nabataeans remains the most visited tourist site in Jordan. The members of this civilisation possessed sophisticated technology which they used in creating tunnels, water chambers and other structures. Most notable being its 4000-seat amphitheater.
THE COLOSSEUM
THE COLOSSEUM
The Colosseum is the largest amphitheatre ever built in the Roman Empire. It was used to host major events such as gladiator fights. It is considered to be one of the Empire's greatest works of engineering and architecture although it is partially in ruins due to repeated damage from devastating earthquakes and stone robbers.
CHICHEN ITZA
CHICHEN ITZA
The city of Chichen Itza gives us an insight into the genius of the Mayan civilisation. The city was a trading center for cloth, salt, honey and slaves between 800-1200 AD.
The city can be found in modern day Mexico. Familiar ruins at the site include: El Caracol, a stellar observatory and El Castillo (pictured above) which is also known as the Temple of Kukulkan.
MACHU PICCHU
The city can be found in modern day Mexico. Familiar ruins at the site include: El Caracol, a stellar observatory and El Castillo (pictured above) which is also known as the Temple of Kukulkan.
MACHU PICCHU
Machu Picchu is located in the middle of a tropical mountain forest in Peru. The site can only be reached by foot, train or helicopter. The ruins of Machu Picchu remained relatively unknown except to indigenes until 1911, when it was discovered by Yale archaeologist Hiram Bingham.
It used to be home to the Incans who some believe used it as a sacred place. Others think it was a secret ceremonial city due to its position. It stands two thousand feet above the Urubamba river and it's not visible from below.
TAJ MAHAL
It used to be home to the Incans who some believe used it as a sacred place. Others think it was a secret ceremonial city due to its position. It stands two thousand feet above the Urubamba river and it's not visible from below.
TAJ MAHAL
It was commissioned for the wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Johan and completed in 1648. It is made of white marble and encompasses nearly 17 hectares. The Taj Mahal is considered to be the best of Islamic architecture. It can be found in Agra, India.
CHRIST THE REDEEMER STATUE
CHRIST THE REDEEMER STATUE
The statue in Rio de Janeiro was built as a symbol of Brazilian Christianity. The statue took nine years to build and was finished in 1931. It is 98 feet tall and stands on a 26 foot pedestal and is located at the top of the Corcorado Mountain.
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