Chichen Itza (Yucatan-Mexico):
Chichen Itza which means “at the mouth of the well of Itza “, is the 2nd most visited archeological site of Mexico today. The
Kukulkan Pyramid in Chichen-Itza which known as “
El Castillo”
(the castle), is one of the new seven wonders of the world elected in
07.07.2007. It is exactly 24 m. high considering the upper platform.
Apart from the Kukulkan Pyramid, in Chichen Itza there many other
archaeological sites to visit, all carrying traces from Mayan Culture in
many ways.
Chichen-Itza, now including one of the new 7 wonders of the world;
the Kukulkan Pyramid, is located in the Peninsula of Yucatan, in the
Yucatan State; Mexico, between Valladolid and Merida and is just120 km
from Merida.
Rio de janeiro:
The Portuguese name for this statue is Cristo Redentor. The Christ
monument is awe-inspiring in person. If you haven’t seen it in person,
then you should at least see it through the eyes of photographers who
have been given a gift to share a shot for the world to enjoy. Cristo
Redentor took nine years to construct and is considered the second
largest Art Deco statue in the world.
Rome-Italy (Colosseum):
The monumental structure has fallen into ruins, but even today it is
an imposing and beautiful sight.
The elliptical building is immense, measuring 188m by 156m
and reaching a height of more than 48 meter (159 ft).
The Colosseum could accommodate some 55,000 spectators
who could enter the building through no less than 80
entrances.
Above the ground are four storeys, the upper storey contained
seating for lower classes and women.
The lowest storey
was preserved for prominent citizens. Below
the ground were rooms with mechanical devices and cages containing wild animals. The cages could be hoisted,
enabling the animals to appear in the middle of the
arena.
The Colosseum was covered with an enormous awning known
as the velarium. This protected the spectators from
the sun. It was attached to
large poles on top of the
Colosseum and anchored to the ground by large ropes.
A team of some 1,000 men was used to install the awning.
Hundred-day
games were held by Titus, Vespasian's successor, to
mark the inauguration of the building in AD 80. In
the process, some 9,000 wild animals were slaughtered.
The southern side of the Colosseum was felled by an earthquake
in 847. Parts of the building - including the marble
facade - were used for the construction of later monuments,
including the St. Peter's Basilica.
Beijing China(The Great wall of China):
The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was
listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. Just like a gigantic
dragon, the Great Wall winds up and down across deserts, grasslands,
mountains and plateaus, stretching approximately 8,851.8 kilometers
(5,500 miles) from east to west of China. With a history of more than
2000 years, some of the sections are now in ruins or have disappeared.
However, it is still one of the most appealing attractions all around
the world owing to its architectural grandeur and historical
significance.
Machu Picchu,Peru:
Machu Picchu is located on a remote secondary road in nearly impassable terrain high above
the Urubamba River, Machu Picchu sits nearly 2438 meters (8000 feet)
above sea level, on top of a ridge
between two peaks of different size. The name "Machu Picchu" comes simply from its geography.
It literally means "old peak", just as "Huaynapicchu" is "young peak". The more accurate
translation relates, however, to the concept of size, with Machu Picchu as the "bigger peak"
and Huaynapicchu, the "smaller peak".
Machu Picchu, the most famous citadel of the Incas,
is accessible by train from Cusco or traveling along the
Camino Inca. The city was never discovered by the
conquerors Spanish and remained lost for centuries. Machu Picchu is an
architectural jewel,
which combine perfectly the architectural style with
the beautiful natural environment
that surrounded it. The Beauty and the Mystery of
its walled ruins that once was
the palace the thinnest Inca of stone surrounded by
the virginal landscapes, the flora and green jungle
bathes its abrupt topography.
Machu Picchu was done constructed and used by Inka Pachakuteq, that was
the greatest statesman of the Tawantinsuyo,
Pachakuteq ruled from 1438 for 1471, called the great
age of the Inca empire; unfortunately it lasted less than 100 years,
because the empire collapsed under the Spanish invasion. Although the
citadel is located only about
50 miles from Cusco, Machu Picchu, it was never found
and destroyed by the Spanish, as were many other Inca sites.
Petra|Ma'an Governorate-Jordan|Asia:
Petra, the new world wonder, is without doubt Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction.
It is a vast, unique city, carved into the sheer rock face by the
Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled here more than 2000
years ago, turning it into an important junction for the silk, spice and
other trade routes that linked China, India and southern Arabia with
Egypt, Syria, Greece and Rome.
Petra is located just outside the town of Wadi Mousa in southern
Jordan. It is 260 kilometers from Amman via the Desert Highway and 280
kilometers via the King’s Highway.
The city was the capital of the Nabateans -Arabs who dominated the
lands of Jordan during pre-Roman times- and they carved this wonderland
of temples, tombs and elaborate buildings out of solid rock.
The Victorian traveler and poet Dean Burgon gave Petra a description
which holds to this day -”Match me such a marvel save in Eastern clime, a
rose-red city half as old as time.” Yet words can hardly do justice to
the magnificence that is Petra.
Taj Mahal-Agra|India:
Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful and costly
tombs in the world. The Mughal Emperor Shahjahan ordered it built in
memory of his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1629A.D.
Islamic architecture, in its purest form, is epitomized by the
Mughal Emperor Shahjahan's Taj Mahal. Work started on this movement in
1634 continued for almost 22 years. Situated in the city of Agra in India, on
the banks of the river Yamuna, the Taj is enclosed in a garden
amongst fountains and ornamental trees.The walled complex includes
two mosques and an imposing gateway. The tomb is encased in white
marble which is decorated with flawless sculptures and inlaid design
of flowers and calligraphy cut from precious gems. Below the dome in
a dimly lit chamber lie the mortal remains of Shahjahan and
beloved wife,queen Mumtaz Mahal, reminding the world of their undying
love. It rests on a platform of red sandstone At each corner of
the platform stands a slender minaret (prayer tower). Each tower is
133 feet high .
