Modern Wonders of the World

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The New Seven Wonders of the World (Great Wall, Petra, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, Chichen Itza, Colosseum, Taj Mahal): where they are, who built them and when, how the 2007 vote chose them, and practical visiting facts, for travel and geography trivia.

What are the New Seven Wonders of the World?
Great Wall of China Petra Christ the Redeemer Machu Picchu Chichen Itza Colosseum Taj Mahal
Where is the Great Wall of China?
Northern China
When was the Great Wall built?
Various dynasties 7th century BCE - 17th century CE
How long is the Great Wall?
21196 km (13171 miles) including branches
What was the Great Wall's purpose?
Defense against invasions
Can you see Great Wall from space?
No common myth
Who built the Great Wall?
Multiple Chinese dynasties
Where is Petra?
Jordan
When was Petra built?
Around 312 BCE
What is Petra known for?
Rock-cut architecture
What does Petra mean?
Rock in Greek
Who rediscovered Petra?
Johann Ludwig Burckhardt
What movies featured Petra?
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Where is Christ the Redeemer?
Rio de Janeiro Brazil
When was Christ the Redeemer built?
1922-1931
How tall is Christ the Redeemer?
30 meters statue + 8 meter pedestal
Who designed Christ the Redeemer?
Heitor da Silva Costa
What is Christ the Redeemer made of?
Reinforced concrete and soapstone
Why was Christ built?
Symbol of Christianity
Where is Machu Picchu?
Peru
When was Machu Picchu built?
Around 1450 CE
What is Machu Picchu?
Inca citadel
How high is Machu Picchu?
2430 meters (7970 feet) elevation
Who rediscovered Machu Picchu?
Hiram Bingham III
Why was Machu Picchu abandoned?
Spanish conquest
What is unique about Machu Picchu construction?
Dry-stone walls
Where is Chichen Itza?
Yucatan Peninsula Mexico
When was Chichen Itza built?
600-1200 CE peak
What is El Castillo?
Step pyramid at Chichen Itza
What happens at Chichen Itza during equinox?
Shadow creates serpent descending pyramid