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The 7 New Wonders of the World

The day was July 8, 2007 when the Seven Wonders of the New World were chosen by a worldwide voting system. The initiative was taken by a Swiss foundation. Based on a simple idea of asking people to vote for the new wonders of the world, the campaign was a hit and surprisingly lead to the selection of Seven Wonders of the New World as the Taj Mahal in india, Great Wall of China in China, Chichen Itza in Mexico, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Machupicchu in Peru, Petra in Jordan and the Rome Colosseum in Rome.

Chichen Itza, Mexico Dubbed as "at the mouth of the well of Itza", Chichen Itza is the second most visited site in Mexico. Located just 75 miles off the capital of Yucatan state of Mexico, Chichen Itza belongs to the Maya period and was constructed around 7th century. Sporting a spectacular architecture, Chichen Itza is truly a wonder!
Christ the Redeemer, Brazil Located at the top of the Corcovado Mountain, the statue of the 'Christ the redeemer' is 38m high and 28m wide. Designed by the French sculptor Paul Landowski, the statue was built to acknowledge that Christ loves all. Today it stands as one of the tallest statues in the world.
Great Wall of China , China Snaking its way through various landscapes including deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus, The Great Wall of China is one of the best engineering works marvels ever erected on the planet. Boasting a history of over 2000 years, the Great Wall of China was once the guardian of the Chinese Empire.
Machupicchu, Peru Rediscovered in 1911, the ruins of Machupicchu are one of the best examples of a perfect blend of elegant architectural styles and natural beauty. The most famous citadel of the Incas, Machupicchu is one of the most enigmatic and interesting sites in the world.
Petra, Jordan A city in the Jordanian governorate of Ma'am, Petra is a wonderful city just a few hours drive from Amman. Housing about 800 monuments including tombs, palaces, buildings, temples and funeral corridors, Petra is set amidst the red sandstone mountains. With a marvelous rock architecture, Petra is rightly listed as a wonder of the world.
Roman Colosseum, Italy One of the most famous buildings in Rome and the world as well, the Roman Colosseum was constructed sometime around 72 AD. With a capacity of 50,000 spectators, the Amphitheatrum Flavium was use for gladiatorial events and other public manifestations. Although the devastating earthquakes and storms led to its ruin, it is still being admired by the whole world.
Taj Mahal, India "The monument of love", Taj Mahal enjoys the status of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Its splendor and fascinating past lures millions of visitors every year. Built during the Mughal era, Taj Mahal still holds its charm with its exquisite carvings, precious gemstones and is an inspiration for all those in love!