Did you know there are several lists of the Wonders of the World? These start with the original seven wonders of the world including the Hanging Gardens of Babylon then there is today’s modern wonders of the world including Machu Picchu. Which wonder of the world is your favourite? Here are some of mine to inspire you to go and visit.
Great Wall of China ©MDHardingVisiting The Wonders of The World
Ancient Wonders of The World
Did you know from the original seven wonders of the world Colossus of Rhodes, Great Pyramid of Giza, Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Lighthouse of Alexandria, Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, Statue of Zeus at Olympia, Temple of Artemis at Ephesus only one is still standing? The Great Pyramid of Giza was built in 2550BC by Pharaoh Khufu. It is said to be the largest pyramid in Giza standing at 481 feet. Located on the Giza Plateau just outside of Cairo.
The ancient Egyptians believed that these monumental tombs prepared them for the afterlife, where they believed they would become gods. Today you can visit inside this original wonder of the world, but it is not for the faint hearted or those that suffer from Claustrophobia. Why not take a cruise down the River Nile stopping to see and witness the ancient pyramids in Egypt?
Me by the Great Pyramid of Giza ©MDHardingModern Wonders of The World
The modern wonders of the world include Chichen Itza, Christ the Redeemer, The Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, Petra, Taj Mahal, and the Colosseum. If you haven’t visited and seen these incredible wonders, they really should be on your travel list. Each dramatically different which you can’t compare them and photographs just don’t do them justice.
Visit Mexico and the ancient Mayan’s who created and built Chichen Itza, to the Taj Mahal built with white marble and inlaid with colourful gems, a piece of art built to honour love. Which one will you visit?
Taj Mahal, Agra, India ©MDHardingNatural Wonders of The World
Said to be the seven natural wonders of the world spanning all continents are the Aurora Borealis, Harbor of Rio de Janeiro, Grand Canyon, Great Barrier Reef, Mount Everest, Paricutin and Victoria Falls.
The world is so easily accessible, fly or cruise and stay to enjoy one of these captivating locations. Did you know you can book and stay in luxury accommodation just a few minutes walk from the cascading Victoria Falls? Watch out for the zebras strolling in the landscaped gardens. Take an infilled breath of the bountiful coloured and exotic blooms, then see the spectacular 360-degree views from a helicopter!
Victoria Falls ©MDHarding“Travel is the only thing you buy, that makes you richer” – Author Unknown
I hope you have enjoyed reading and are inspired to visit one or more of the world’s places of beauty, skill, memorable love story or magic and mysticism. Until next time I would love to hear your comments/questions. Please share below. Happy Travels:) x