7 Wonders

Machu Picchu Peru: City created by the Inca on a mountain ridge. Machu Picchu was forgotten for centuries by the world, until brought to attention by archaeologist Hiram Bingham in 1911.

Petra Jordan: Site with many giant stone structures carved into the rock. Revealed to the Western world by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt in 1812.

Chichen Itza Mexico: Large archaeological site originally built by the Maya civilization. Historical data suggest that Chichen Itza8217;s collapse was violent.

Taj Mahal Agra: White marble mausoleum considered the finest example of Mughal architecture. Commissioned by Shah Jahan for wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Constructed between 1632-1648.

Colosseum Rome, Italy: Giant amphitheatre capable of seating around 50,000 spectators. Constructed between 70 AD and 80 AD, and used for nearly 500 years for a variety of events.