Great Wall of China
It is 5,500 miles long and runs from the Gansu region in the west to Dandong near the border with North Korea. However, the sections near the capital receive the most visitors. It is the longest structure humans have ever built.
Mayan City Ruins (Chichen Itza)It was a large city built by the Mayan civilization over 1500 years ago. The ruins that are left include pyramids and temples and the ’Great Ball Court’ where ball games were played and the best-preserved ball court in Mesoamerica. Over 2 million people a year visit the city which is in modern day Mexico.
Machu Picchu
Also known as "The Lost City of the Incas", this amazing city was built in the 15th century on the edge of a mountain which stands 2,530 meters above sea level. We still know little about the city as the Incas had no written language. The city is by far Peru’s most visited tourist attraction.
Christ the Redeemer Statue
This statue sits on top of a hill in Rio de Janeiro and was built between 1922 and 1931. The statue is 30m high and is South America’s highest. It has become a symbol of Christianity around the world and is also a cultural icon in Brazil.
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower, an iconic symbol of Paris, France is standing at 324 meters (1,063 feet) tall, this wrought-iron masterpiece was completed in 1889 and was originally constructed as the entrance arch for the 1889 World's Fair.The Eiffel Tower is a testament to engineering excellence and has become an enduring symbol of romance and architectural ingenuity.
Petra
Over a million people come to visit this beautiful, ancient city per year. It is Jordan’s most visited tourist attraction with its collection of caves, temples, and tombs made from pink stone. The city is over 9000 years old.
Colosseum
The largest amphitheatre ever built, this building was an icon of the Roman Empire and once held fights between gladiators in front of 80,000 spectators. It was constructed around 2000 years ago and over six million tourists visit every year. It is located in the capital city of Italy, Rome.
Taj Mahal
This building is recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful. Completed in 1653, it is one of the best examples of Islamic architecture and is visited by over 8 million people every year. It was built as a tomb for the then-leader’s favourite wife.