New seven wonders of the world
By Kalkod on Jul 09, 2007 with Comments 4
The New 7 wonders of the World!Â
Here is the new seven wonders of the world. See the pictures and read the description. After reading this your goal should be to visit at least one of the before you die!
PYRAMIDS OF GIZA, EGYPT

Is the only surviving wonder from ancient list of wonders. The 4,500 year old pyramids were built as tombs for 4th dynasty pharaohs. Also there is a a limestone statue with the face of a man and the body of a lion.
Chichen Itza

Is a city in mexico built around 500 AD. Four staircases of 91 steps lead upto a platform making 365 levels for all the 365 days of the year. It is built according to solar calendar.
Ruins of Petra

Ruins, which are in pink color, are located at 200 kms south of Jordan’s capital Amman. The ruin contains magnificent temples and tombs carved in rock. This is also called as `CITY OF RED ROSES’. Only Europeans were allowed to visit this historical place till the end of first world war.
Colosseum, Rome

The circle shape drama stage is located in heart of Rome city. The place has the capacity to seat more than 50,000 audience at a time. Out of the other contests, fight between culprits and soldiers were the most famous one. Other than fights, drama, mono acting…etc were played on the stage.
Taj Mahal, India

In one word, Taj Mahal can be said as the SYMBOL OF LOVE. Built in memory of his beloved wife by Mogul emperor Shah Jahan between 1632 and 1654. Mumtaz, wife of Shah Jahan had died during child birth. Being not able to come over the tragedy, the Mogul emperor decided to build this beautiful monument. Also Taj Mahal stands as a example for architectural combination of Indian style with Persian and Islamic.
Great Wall of China

The always wonder filling Great Wall of China is a 4,160 mile long barricade stretching from east to West. The Great Wall which runs in northern China is the longest man made structure in the world.
Machu Picchu, Peru
This historical place gives an idea about how the famous Incan empire lived. It was built
during 1450 BC and is situated 2430 mtr above sea level. It is said that Machu Picchu was built during the high days of the Incan empire. The remains of the city were discovered during 1911.
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Very useful information was found here, thank you for your work.
Very nice site, i love it!
Great work!
Giza pyramids is an excellent place to travel to. Sunset in the sands is something you should definitely see live.