The new seven wonders of the world, which are created by human

Here is a tour of the new seven wonders of the world, the man-made landmarks selected from ancient cities, monuments and modern icons.

Chichen Itza – one of the New Seven Wonders of the World

Chichen Itza was one of the great Maya centers of the Yucatan Peninsula. The city developed over many centuries, and landmarks such as the Temple of Kukulkan, also known as El Castillo, show the fusion of Maya and Toltec traditions. The surviving monuments and restored archaeological areas make it one of the most impressive ancient cities among the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Christ the Redeemer – a landmark statue among the New Seven Wonders

The statue of Jesus Christ rises above Rio de Janeiro on Corcovado Mountain in Tijuca National Park. It stands about 30 meters high, with an additional pedestal, and looks out over the city from more than 700 meters above sea level. Christ the Redeemer is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The monument has required restoration after weather and lightning damage, but it remains one of Brazil’s most recognized landmarks.

The Colosseum in Rome – a triumph of Roman architecture

One of the most powerful monuments of Roman architecture, the Colosseum was commissioned by Emperor Vespasian around AD 70-72 and opened by Titus in AD 80. The vast amphitheater could hold tens of thousands of spectators and hosted gladiator contests, animal hunts and public spectacles.

The Great Wall of China – an imposing border defense

Built and rebuilt over many centuries along China’s northern frontier, the Great Wall stretches for more than 20,000 kilometers when all historic sections are counted. Its scale and engineering are why it belongs among the New Seven Wonders of the World. Over time, some sections were damaged or reused as local building material, while other stretches have been preserved and opened for visitors to walk.

Machu Picchu – the wonder of the Incas

Machu Picchu stands high above Peru’s Urubamba Valley, surrounded by Andean peaks and cloud forest. Built in the 15th century, the Inca site was abandoned after the Spanish conquest and remained unknown to the outside world until the early 20th century. Its dramatic setting and remarkably preserved terraces, walls and temples make it one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Petra, Jordan – a rock-cut wonder made by human hands

Half built and half carved into red sandstone, Petra is surrounded by mountains and narrow passages. The Nabataean city was once a major caravan center between Arabia, Egypt and Syria-Phoenicia, and its tombs, temples and water systems still reveal extraordinary skill. Its surviving monuments explain why it is one of the new seven wonders of the world.

Taj Mahal – a marble mausoleum and architectural masterpiece

The Taj Mahal is one of the world’s most famous mausoleums. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan commissioned it for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631 after giving birth to their fourteenth child. The white marble, inlaid semiprecious stones and formal gardens have made the building in Agra one of India’s most visited landmarks.