This Encyclopedia Britannica History list explores the New Seven Wonders of the World.

New 7 Wonders of the World From left to right, top to bottom: Chichen Itza, Christ the Redeemer, the Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, Petra, the Taj Mahal, and the Colosseum

Feb 19, 2025 · From ancient ruins to towering monuments, the Seven Wonders of the World represent humanity's greatest architectural achievements.

Mar 21, 2018 · In 1994, the American Society of Civil Engineers compiled a list of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. This was done to pay tribute to the 20th century's greatest civil …

Nov 4, 2024 · What are the seven wonders of the world? From the Great Wall of China to the Taj Mahal, uncover the histories and cultural significance of the new wonders and where to find them.

Oct 19, 2023 · What Are The Seven Wonders Of The Modern World? The seven wonders of the modern world are The Great Wall, Machu Picchu, The City of Petra, Chichen Itza, Christ the …

On July 7, the official 7 Wonders Day around the world, Petra celebrates and honours all the New 7 Wonders of the World, with a visual recreation, by people standing together, of a human …

List of the seven wonders of the modern world, with the pyramid of Cheops, the lighthouse of Alexandria, the temple of Artemis, the mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the hanging gardens of …

Notable examples can be found in Portugal, Poland, Colombia and Arkansas. Built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is …

Mar 21, 2025 · Experts in architecture, engineering, and cultural heritage created a shortlist of 21 finalists based on criteria such as historical significance, architectural beauty, and cultural …