Manmade Wonders of the World

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Manmade Wonders of the World

Manmade Wonders of the World

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The Great Wall of China: This wall is 21,196 kilometres long and it the longest structure ever built. The Great Wall is not only a remarkable engineering feat, but it also serves as a cultural and historical icon of China. Have you ever wished to see the top 10 Man-made Wonders of the World, but not sure where to start or find them? Some of the most amazing things man has created are not only definitely worth a trip to see, but can act as inspiration for you to create the next great thing. These phenomenal structures all started in someone’s imagination. In 1994, the American Society of Civil Engineers compiled a list of Seven Wonders of the Modern World, paying tribute to the "greatest civil engineering achievements of the 20th century". [11] [12] American Society of Civil Engineers Wonders

Although these Seven Wonders are still celebrated today, they show the fleeting nature of even the grandest physical achievements—nature, human behavior, and the passage of time have destroyed all but one. Main article: Seven Wonders of the Ancient World The Great Pyramid of Giza, the only wonder of the ancient world still in existenceEnjoy watching these fantastic videos of top 10 man-made wonders of the world to learn more about them. Standing over 107 meters (350 feet) tall and conceived as a navigational landmark for voyagers along the Egyptian coast, the lighthouse was constructed in three distinct stages: a square stone base; an octagonal middle section; and a cylindrical section at the top. At the apex, a mirror was erected to reflect sunlight during the day. At night, a fire was lit to guide travelers. Hanging Gardens of Babylon, in Babylon, near present-day Hillah, Babil province, Iraq; or Nineveh, Mosul, Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. An international non-profit organization named CEDAM International produced the 7 wonders of the underwater world that includes Palau, Lake Baikal, the Northern Red Sea, the Galapagos Islands, and the Deep-Sea Vents. The 7 wonders of the industrial world include the SS Great Eastern, Brooklyn Bridge, Panama Canal, and the Hoover Dam. There is also a dark side to The Great Wall of China as it is also referred to as the longest cemetery in the world. During the time of the Qin Dynasty alone, one million people lost their lives building the Great Wall of China.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. It is made up of 2,900 smaller reef sections and 900 islands which together make up some 2,300 kilometers of reef across 344,400 square kilometers of ocean. These reefs, or reef system, is located in the fittingly named Coral Sea, which is off the coast of Queensland, Australia. Following in the tradition of the classical list, modern people and organisations have made their own lists of wonderful things, both ancient and modern, natural and artificial. Some of the most notable lists are presented below. The great pyramid of Giza is unarguably the greatest & most amazing wonder of the world. The Giza necropolis is situated in the immediate vicinity of the southwestern suburbs of Cairo. The pyramids in Giza were built over the span of three generations – by Khufu, his second reigning son Khafre, and Menkaure.Today, it remains the country’s most prominent tourist attraction, drawing visitors from all corners of the globe to witness its breathtaking beauty and unparalleled historical significance. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates awe-inspiring feats of human ingenuity, Angkor Wat is undoubtedly a must-see destination. 9. Taj Mahal The Great Mosque of Damascus, also known as the Umayyad Mosque, is the oldest standing stone mosque in the world. It was built during AD 705 through 715, commissioned by Ummayad Caliph Al-Walid I. Herbermann, Charles George, ed. (1913). Cluny Abbey. Vol.4. p.73. OCLC 06974688. Archived from the original on December 1, 2020 . Retrieved October 16, 2020. {{ cite book}}: |work= ignored ( help) One among the largest religious temples in the world, the Angkor Wat was originally a Hindu temple situated in Cambodia. The Temple was built in the 12 th Century as a place of worship dedicated to Vishnu. The probability of seeing Northern Lights increases during the winter months. They occur throughout the year but the dark skies in winter make them easier to see.



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