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New 7 Wonders of the World

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The Pyramids of Giza are ancient wonders of the world, built long ago in Egypt.

New 7 Wonders of the World

In 2001, people around the world began an exciting project to choose the most amazing buildings and places. They could vote for their favorites online or by phone. The winners were announced in 2007 in Lisbon, Portugal.

The seven chosen wonders are special spots from many countries. Each one tells a story of people, history, and creativity.

Here are the seven wonders:

The pyramids at Giza Necropolis in Egypt were also given a special honor. They are the only one of the ancient Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing today.

People all over the world voted for these wonders. In Brazil, businesses helped people vote for Christ the Redeemer. In Peru, many celebrated when Machu Picchu was chosen. It was a fun and exciting time for everyone!

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The majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, India, a beautiful white marble mausoleum.
The Great Wall of China at Jinshanling is a historic fortification built across mountains and valleys.
The Monastery is a stunning ancient building carved into rose-colored rock in the historic city of Petra, Jordan.
A panoramic view of the ancient Colosseum in Rome, an iconic example of Roman architecture and history.
The ancient pyramid known as El Castillo at Chichen Itza, showing both restored and unrestored parts of this famous Mayan structure.
A beautiful early morning view of Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan city nestled in the Andes Mountains of Peru.
A beautiful view of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro with the Moon in the sky.
Stonehenge is a famous ancient stone circle located in southern England. It is one of the world’s most well-known historic landmarks.
A beautiful view of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, showing ancient buildings on a hilltop.
Hagia Sophia: A historic landmark in Istanbul, Turkey, originally built as a cathedral and later converted into a mosque, now preserved as a museum.
A stunning view of the central structure of Angkor Wat, an ancient temple complex in Cambodia.
Ancient stone statues known as moai at Ahu Akivi, facing the ocean in Chile.
Historical building in Timbuktu, Mali, showcasing its unique architecture and cultural heritage.
The Taj Mahal, a beautiful white marble mausoleum in Agra, India, is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

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