New Seven Wonders of the World
New Seven Wonders of the World In 2000, a Swiss company launched a campaign named “The New 7 Wonders of the World.” This initiative garnered over 100 million votes worldwide. It sought to name seven modern wonders that continue to stand and grant access to tourists from around the globe. 1. Petra, Jordan 2. Great Wall of China 3. Christ the Redeemer, Brazil 4. Colosseum, Italy 5. Machu Pichu, Peru 6. Chichen Itza, Mexico 7. Taj Mahal, India Petra, Jordan: The ancient city of Petra, Jordan, is located in a remote valley, nestled among Sandstone Mountains and cliffs. It was purported to be one of the places where Moses struck a rock and water gushed forth. Later the Nabataeans, an Arab tribe, made it their capital, and during this time it flourished, becoming an important trade center, especially for spices. Noted carvers, the Nabataeans chiseled dwellings, temples, and tombs into the sandstone, which changed color with the shifting sun. In add