Seven Wonders

Visiting the Seven Wonders of the World is a bucket list item for many people, offering a chance to explore the rich history and incredible engineering feats of the ancient world. Although many of the original Seven Wonders no longer exist, visiting the remaining sites offers a unique glimpse into the past and the civilizations that created them.

• The Great Wall of China: 
  A series of fortifications made of brick, tamped earth, stone, and other materials that stretch over 13,000 miles across northern China. It was built to protect China from invading armies and is one of the most impressive architectural feats in human history.

• Petra, Jordan:
  An ancient city carved into rock cliffs in southern Jordan, it was once the capital of the Nabatean kingdom and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors are awe-struck by the impressive structures carved directly into the red sandstone cliffs.

• The Christ the Redeemer statue, Brazil:
  A 98-foot tall statue of Jesus Christ located atop Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the most famous landmarks in Brazil and offers breathtaking views of the city.

• Machu Picchu, Peru: 
  A 15th-century Inca citadel located high in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It is considered one of the most important examples of Inca architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• The Roman Colosseum, Italy: 
  A large amphitheater in the center of Rome that was built during the reign of Emperor Vespasian in the first century CE. It was used for gladiatorial contests and other public spectacles and is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy.

• Chichen Itza, Mexico:
  A pre-Columbian city built by the Maya civilization located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It features numerous impressive architectural structures, including the famous El Castillo pyramid.

• The Taj Mahal, India: 
  A mausoleum located in Agra, India, that was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is widely considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.