New Seven Wonders of the World 2023 The New Seven Wonders of the World (2023) list voted by 100 million people around the world, funded by the New7Wonders foundation, aims to represent the global heritage.
Over the centuries, human civilizations around the world have built and created cities, buildings, monuments, tombs, temples, churches and other structures that continue to inspire for millions of people. Shrinking the wonder of the world to just seven is a daunting task. In 2007, more than 100 million people voted for the new Seven Wonders of the World. Sponsored and voted by New7Wonders Foundation. After narrowing down the list from over 200 monuments from around the world, including some of the world's most famous landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Statue of Liberty. 21 wonders were selected to the final round and 100 million participants voted for the best 7 wonders.
List of New 7 Wonders of the World
Below is a list of 7 New Wonders of the World presented by voted ranking:
1. The Great Wall (China)
Built between the 5th century BC and the 16th century, the Great Wall was a stone and earth fortress created to protect the borders of the Chinese dynasty from invading Mongols. It is closely associated with China's thousands of years of history. Today, the Great Wall of China is a global tourist hotspot, known worldwide for its uniqueness, great length, and historical value. UNESCO also recognized the site as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
2. Petra (Jordan)
Inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1985, Petra was the capital of the Nabataean empire of King Aretas IV, from 9 BC to 40. Members of this civilization proved to be the first experts. in manipulating water technology, building elaborate tunnels and water chambers, helping to create a false oasis. The art of stone carving is also a famous feature of this civilization.
3. Statue of Christ the Redeemer (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
One of Brazil's most iconic icons, the Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The credit for the construction of the statue belongs to Paul Landowski, a French sculptor. Romanian sculptor, Gheorghe Leonida, is responsible for styling the face. The statue of Christ the Redeemer is 29.87 m high and has a 7.92 m high pedestal. Its arms are 28.04 meters wide. The 635-ton statue, made of soapstone and concrete, sits atop the 701-meter high Corcovado mountain. Construction of the statue began in 1922 and was completed in 1931.
4. Machu Picchu (Peru)
Machu Picchu, an Inca city built of sparkling granite, sits between two towering Andean peaks. Considered by scholars to be a sacred archaeological center near the capital of the Inca civilization, Cusco. Built at the height of the Incan Empire in the mid-1400s, this mountain citadel was later abandoned by the Incas. The site remained unknown except to locals until 1911, when it was rediscovered by archaeologist Hiram Bingham. The visitors can only be reached by foot, train or helicopter; Most visitors visit by train from the nearby city of Cusco.
5. Chichen Itza (Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico)
The brilliant history of Mayan culture can be seen at the splendid ruins of Chichen Itza. This mighty city was once a center for the trade in cloth, slaves, honey and salt. It thrived from about 800 to 1200, and served as the political and economic center of the Maya civilization. The most familiar ruin at the site is El Caracol, a sophisticated astronomical observatory.
6. Colosseum (Rome, Italy)
When it comes to Rome, the first place that comes to mind is definitely the Colosseum. Sometimes called the Flavian Amphitheater. Built between 72 and 80, it has been in use for about 500 years. The Colosseum has a capacity of about 80,000 spectators. Sea battles, animal hunting, famous battle reenactments, executions and mythological films are just some of the public spectacles held at the Colosseum. Earthquakes and rock bandits left the Arena in ruins, but remains open to tourists, and its design still influences the construction of modern theaters, some 2,000 years later. Today, this wonder of the world is a popular tourist attraction and serves as a symbol of the Royal Rome.
7. Taj Mahal (Agra, India)
The Taj Mahal is famous worldwide for its historical value, love story and great beauty. The Taj Mahal is located in the historic Indian city of Agra. It houses the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal, wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is said that the Emperor loved his wife and built the Taj Mahal after her death as a testament to his love. Construction of the Taj Mahal was completed in 1632. The construction of the temple cost the equivalent of US$827 million today. In 1983, the Taj Mahal was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Today, it attracts 7 to 8 million visitors annually.
Honorable Mention
The Giza Pyramid Complex – 2560 BC
Although the Great Pyramid of Giza was not officially selected as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, it has been given an honorary title because of its undeniable importance. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids that make up the Giza Pyramid Complex. Egyptologists believe that this pyramid was built over a period of 10 to 20 years and completed around 2560 BC. For more than 3,800 years, the Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest structure in the world until this spot was replaced by the skyscrapers of the modern world. The pyramid has baffled engineers and architects around the world about how it was built when modern infrastructures didn't exist. The pyramid contains the tomb of Khufu, the fourth dynasty Egyptian pharaoh.
See more: Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
