The soul of traveling is captured in the quote, "The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page." Embarking the "Seven Wonders of the World" is a must for those who intend to go through the whole book. Exploring the Seven Wonders of the World is majestic and adventurous. Let's hop on the journey of acquiring knowledge about the world's Seven Wonders.
A testament to the Roman Empire, the Colosseum was an entertainment venue for its people, like prominent gladiator contests, animal hunts, and others. The Colosseum was constructed by the Romans in 80 A.D. The Colosseum's formation is an oval amphitheater; the capacity of the Colosseum is around 50,000 to 80,000 spectators. The high time to go to the Colosseum depends on the person's preference. Arrive at the Colosseum around 8:30 or just before closing; only then can you enjoy the most. The timings of the Colosseum keep fluctuating, so check the time on the internet before reaching it.
The Taj Mahal, a symbol of love, was constructed by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1648 in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is made of white marble and sandstone and represents an astonishing example of Indo-Islamic architecture. During regular operating days, the Taj Mahal opens 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes prior to sunset. For the general viewing, do not go on Fridays as it remains closed. Book a guide to learn more about the intricate details of the Taj Mahal, and do not forget to take pictures on the famous VIP Bench to cherish lifelong. Per year, around 7-8 million tourists come to witness the symbol of love, the Taj Mahal. In the year, 1983, the Taj Mahal became a part of prest UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive at the Taj Mahal from October to March as you can enjoy the pleasant view of the Taj Mahal.
Titled as the longest human-made structure in the world, it is approximately 21,196 Km long. Main purpose of the Great Wall of China was to protect the citizens of the empire against invaders. Initially, it was built by the emperor who united China, "Qin Shi Huang." The wall was built from the 3rd century BC to the 17th century AD without any interruption. Great wall of China covers northern China from Shanhai Pass in province to Jiyu Pass in the Gansu Province. In the year, 1987, the Great Wall of China was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The timings are between 9:00 AM and 4:30 AM; it might also change, therefore search for the timings once before stepping out.
Petra got its name "Rose City" because of the red rocks from which it was built. Millions of tourists come from all over the world to experience the marvelous history of Jordan. In ancient times, Petra was a flourishing trading hub for the people. John Lewis Burckhardt rediscovered Petra in 1812 who was a Swiss explorer. Petra is also known as a "lost city", and it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. Wanderlust, who wants to go to Petra, can visit from March to May and from September to November. Travelers going to Petra in summer appear from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and in winter, from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Machu Picchu is significant to its natives as a sacred site believed to have healing and transformative energy. Machu Picchu is situated in the Andes Mountains between two peaks. Peru is attracting more than a million tourists per year, and the credit goes to Machu Picchu. There are certain ways to reach Machu Picchu; you can go on multi-day trek, or you can get on a train. View from Machu Pichhu is cinematic and breathtaking. You can get an opportunity to see panoramic view of the mountain. The place is no less than a heaven for travelers who are fond of photography. From April to November is suggested as the best time to go to Machu Picchu. Kindly avoid going to Machu Picchu in the rainy season. Machu Picchu is located on the mountain, it could be dangerous visiting Machu Picchu in the rainy season.
One must arrive at Chichen Itza, Mexico, to gain insight into Mayan culture's art, science, and architecture. Here, you can find the stunning temple of Kukulcan, constructed between 700 and 1,100 A.D. The temple is dedicated to Kukulcan, who is considered a feathered serpent. The temple showcases exquisite Mayan culture. One of the peculiar things that you may notice on the journey to this temple is that people usually clap once they reach the temple. They do it to hear the chirping sound of the quetzal birds that are mimicked by the pyramid. Apart from this, Chichen Itza is home to several iconic ruins. In 1988, Chichen Itza was acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The opening time of Chichen Itza is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM everyday. The prime time to visit Chichen Itza is from November to March. If you do not want to get the heat stroke, then skip the summer season.
On the peak of Mount Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer is located around 704 meters above sea level at the peak of Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca National Park. The Art Deco Statue of Jesus Christ is 38 meters tall and has an 8-meter pedestal. The Christ the Redeemer's arm depicts peace. The statue can be noticed from a distance. 2012 Christ the Redeemer was introduced as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The statue is created by French-Polish sculptor Paul Landowski. The total weight of Christ the Redeemer is 635 metric tons. Throughout the world, the statue represents the largest Art Deco-style sculpture. The famous mode of transportation to reach Christ the Redeemer is by train. To get on top, you have to take a short ride through the urban rainforest. Christ the Redeemer's active hours are from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.