The seven wonders of the World

The world that surrounds us is full of all kinds of wonders and we can only contemplate them by opening our eyes and our hearts. After all, you need to believe in magic in order to believe it. However, if you are a bit cynical, we bring you a list of the wonders that exist around the world. If you are a fan of archaeology, history or travel, you will definitely enjoy this article. Oh, and if you’re planning to travel after reading this, don’t forget to check out Cathay Asia Airlines.

1. The Great Pyramid of Giza

The crown jewel of Egypt and the only surviving architecture of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this pyramid is truly a sight to behold. It is said that this pyramid was built as a tomb for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu. The building is approximately 480 feet tall and was the tallest building in the world for more than 3,800 years. This pyramid when it was built was outlined with a limestone lining that was destroyed over time. Now you can only see the shell near the bottom of the pyramid, while the top exposes us to the inner lining of the pyramid.

2. Petra, Jordan

Petra is often called the city of roses due to the red colored stones it is made of. This beautiful hidden city is famous for its graceful architecture and water conveyance system. Although the city is located in Jordan, it was actually discovered by a Swiss explorer in the early 19th century. It is also said that this place has structures that are more than 2000 years old.

3. Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro

This miracle took a total of nine years to build due to its location on top of a cliff. This is the third largest statue of Jesus in the world. The raw materials for this statue were actually imported from Sweden. This beautiful statue was actually built as a sign of peace, to show that Christ loves everyone.

4. The Great Wall of China

This 8,000-kilometre wall was built over a period of 2,000 years and renovated over time by many different Chinese dynasties. Millions of people are said to have died while the wall was being built and are buried within the foundations of the wall. The Wall is also famous because it is the only structure on Earth that can be seen from the moon without any assistance. fascinating right? Go check it out for yourself!

5. The Colosseum

This Roman gladiatorial battlefield took 8 years to build and was designed by the Roman poet Virgil. The Colosseum has more than 80 entrances and can hold 50,000 people at a time. It receives millions of visitors every year and is therefore the biggest tourist attraction in Rome.

6. The Leaning Tower

This beautiful tower located in Pisa is famous for the way it leans with height. The architecture has been built in a way that makes it feel lean. If you are ever in Italy, this is a place you must go.

7.Taj Mahal

Built by an emperor in memory of his beloved wife, this palace is a symbol of love to the entire world. The intricate architecture and carving inside this Mahal will make you fall in love with it. And if you don’t believe us, why not go see for yourself? All you have to do is book your ticket with Cathay Asia Airlines.