The Seven Wonders of the World
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The seven wonders of the world keep changing, much like the planet. The ancient wonders have mostly been destroyed, replaced by a more expansive and diverse range of amazing creations.
Do you ever want to have a visit to these marvels yourself? Well, let’s run down the list and see what takes your fancy.
The Roman Colosseum
This ancient Roman arena was the catalyst for what we now know as sport. Most notable for its brutal gladiator fights, the Colosseum saw men in little armour battle each other, as well as dangerous animals, to the death.
The Colosseum could hold 50,000 spectators at a time, all eagerly watching the carnage ensue beneath them. It remains a powerful sight despite being in ruins countless millennia after its prime.
Christ The Redeemer
This magnificent feat of engineering watches over the whole of Rio De Janeiro. Its image is so iconic that people all over the world fly to Brazil to gaze up in awe.
It was built in response to the Brazilian people’s reaction to World War One, where they sought God’s protection. Mighty and colossal, Christ The Redeemer is an iconic sight the world over.
Machu Picchu
Historians dispute the purpose of this elaborate construct in Peru. It is speculated that either it was a royal refuge, a secret village, or even a stronghold to rebel against Spanish rule.
The mystery makes this wonder all the more compelling, with the sheer size and scope of the site boggling the mind. Who built it? Why? It’s an enigma I hope we never find out.
The Great Wall of China
A wonder so incredible that nobody can measure for sure just how great it is. It stretches on for countless miles, all the way across China, its length incomprehensible but its brilliance as clear as the eye can see.
The most remarkable thing is that, although built for repelling invaders, the great wall didn’t do as great a job as one would hope. For propaganda purposes, however, the wall is second to none.
Chichén Itzá
The Mayans are some of the most fascinating and enigmatic people to have ever lived, and they echo this through this incredible structure.
The shape of the Chichén Itzá allows sunlight to beam down into intricate shapes, paying tribute to both the Mayans’ artistry and strong leanings towards astrological prophecy. Truly an awe-inspiring monolith.
Petra
Petra is an ancient city in Jordan sculpted into a mountain face. Despite its obviously ancient design, this city had housing, temples, and even an elaborate water system built into it.
Taj Mahal
Without a doubt, one of the most iconic monuments in the entire world. This infinitely impressive feat of a building is a tribute to the whole of India.
The reason for its construction? Emperor Shah Jahan had it built to honour his late wife, who died giving birth to their 14th child. Now that is love.
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