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AROUND THE WORLD Obviously, there are many wonders in the
world, however, the best ones are the
Absolutely you will find the wonders ones that you can instantly appreciate for
of the world, but you as well also see their beauty and visual impact. It should
that each country has its charm to be noted that no monument is bad for
finally captivate you in its beautiful not being on the list of the 7 wonders,
landscapes. since they are just as wonderful.

¿WHY SEVEN? BEYOND THE BORDERS

Certainly the monuments that won public Do not be afraid of borders, face them
and international competitions held in 2007, and do not miss these wonderful
which were inspired by the list of the Seven landscapes
Wonders of the Ancient World, and then
manufactured by a private company called
New Open World Corporation, known as the
New Seven Wonders of the modern world.
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about the 7
wonders of the
world:
Individually, the THE WORLD IS TOO
Seven Wonders of BIG TO SPEND TIME
the modern World IN ONE PLACE.
may require
amazing
architectural
achievements or
marvels of human
imagination and
engineering.
Together they form
a modern travel
guide that defies
the limitations of
time and literally
reaches for the
skies.
 WONDERS
for which adjectives are missing
They cause admiration, astonishment, fascination,
surprise and a desire to return on the part of
those who visit them.
They are the 7 wonders of the modern world.
 Index
Page
Chichen Itza 06

Machu Picchu 08

The statue of
Christ the 10
Redeemer

Roman 12
Coliseum
Petra 14

Taj Mahal 16

The Great 18
Wall of China
Fun facts 19
MEXICO

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 E X P L O R E | M O I S E S A L F O N S O I R U M B A L U G O

T he Chichén Iztá (in Mayan it is "the mouth

of the Itzá well") and is also located in Mexico, in
the municipality of Tinum, state of Yucatán. This
archaeological construction was carried out by the
Mayan civilization in the 6th century AD, then it
was the most important ceremonial, military and
political city in the Yucatan. It is known as one of
the seven wonders of the modern world since
2007, unlike what was declared a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO since 1988, it is absolutely a
splendid place, surrounded by a long history and
countless knowledge, but not only for its beauty
and dignity, but also for its architectural
Certainly the solar equinox is an ancient astronomical perfection, for the stars and also for the
phenomenon it is the moment when the Earth is astronomical phenomena that occur there during
illuminated in the same way by the sun in the northern the winter and spring solstice, for the sounds that
and southern hemispheres then at nightfall on March 21 are heard there, and many more things.
and September 22 at the beginning of spring and the
equinox of autumn, respectively, the solar projection
was observed on the north stairway of the pyramid of
Kukulkan, formed by seven inverted triangles of light
behind the shadow projected by the sun, unlike the nine
foundations of the building, at dusk, they take the
appearance of a serpent, gradually descending a ladder
to the top, resting at the bottom of the pyramid, until
completing the iconic plumed serpent

Without a doubt, another of the phenomena observed in the Mayan pyramids is the equinox that occurs at dawn of the
full moon, during which the visual game of dark triangles is repeated on the stairs of the El Castillo pyramid,
simulating a hairy snake. In compared, the summer solstice occurs when the sun rises on June 20, 21 and 22, a
spectacular phenomenon that illuminates only the north and east sides of the pyramid, while the south and west sides
remain in darkness. In the meantime, in winter, the opposite happens, that is, the illuminated part darkens and the dark
part lights up, in addition to the fact that it does not occur at dawn, but at dusk from December 20 to 22. Also, the
light and sound show, "The night of the Mayans", is a narration of a part of the history of the Mayans.
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PERU

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 Machu Picchu one of the 7 wonders of the modern world and attractive to visit.
E X P L O R E | S U S A N A A L E J A N D R I N A L A R A R I V E R O

M achu Picchu is one of the attractions that you cannot

miss if you visit Peru, one of the seven most famous
tourist wonders, so when you arrive it is a must-see on
any trip to this country. Witness to the supremacy of the
Inca civilization, this site offers historical finds from one
of the most powerful civilizations in history, as well as
housing almost 200 archaeological sites, including
platforms, ceremonial centers, roads, canals, etc. In
addition to the archaeological sites, it will allow you to
discover the beauty of the Vilcanota mountains, with its
rich biodiversity from humid forests to mountain tops.
Due to the grandeur and beauty of the entire
archaeological complex, the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu
was chosen as one of the Seven Wonders. The site is
known to have never been explored by the Spanish after
they arrived in the empire, making it a spectacular
example of great Inca organization, architecture, and
engineering. It is admirable how these groups managed to
build cities and complex roads in the middle of the hills,
Without a doubt it is a real tourist in this case the citadel was built on top of the mountain. It
attraction, this site is the starting point to should be noted that Machu Picchu was declared a World
discover the beauty of a powerful Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983, and its importance as
civilization of the past and is full of part of a cultural and ecological complex is also
monuments to admire a unique adventure highlighted, being known as the Historic Sanctuary of
in a setting worthy of a postcard. In Machu Picchu.
addition to the remains of the ruins, the
site also allows you to explore countless
Inca structures and creations. Between
the Water Temple, or Temple of the Sun
as it passes through the Royal Palace, the
Sun Gate and the Temple of the Moon,
each square meter of this enclosure is an
archaeological jewel that will not fail to
please adventurers and lovers of
discoveries.
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BRAZIL

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E X P L O R E | Y U L I A N N Y A L E J A N D R A R O D R Í G U E Z M O N T I L L A

M ajestic, is usually the adjective most used by tourists to

describe the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, a
unique destination to connect and be reborn as a person. Arriving
in the city and contemplating its imposing figure from afar, it
gives the feeling that it is welcoming us and that it really embraces
everyone with love. Without a doubt, it has captivated thousands
of people due to its exuberant style and its symbolism, which
designates Brazil as a nation of united Christians, representing the
faith and sympathy of the Carioca people. It is also perched on the
top of the Corcovado hill, a steep mountain that gives it a
privileged position as it faces the rising sun, offering a panoramic
view of the city, there we can appreciate a dense vegetation that
climbs up hills and mountains, to turn the impressive beaches
surrounded by blue waves that break on its shores. This is really
beautiful! Here we realize how small everything really is.

In the first instance, Father Pedro María had the initiative to build
this statue, but his project did not materialize until 1921, when the
Catholic circle of Rio de Janeiro took up his idea, summoning a
large collection for its financing that unexpectedly obtained a
massive response. The sculptor in charge was the French Paul
Landowski, who shaped the project in his hometown, so little by
little the plan for the creation of Christ the Redeemer came to life.

This religious icon represents the image of Jesus Christ 38 meters

high, with a severe and serene face that commands respect and
demands redemption. Its structure is covered by soapstone, a soft
stone resistant to any change in temperature, arranged in small
pieces that were polished before being applied to the entire statue,
forming a gigantic mosaic, which was applied for the first time in
a monumental project. Finally, the great Christ the Redeemer was
deservedly chosen among the 7 wonders of the modern world in
2007, becoming the undisputed symbol of Brazil, a destination
that will always be part of any tourist's itinerary to awaken faith
and hope.
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ITALY

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 E X P L O R E | J U A N P A U L O A R I Z A S A N T A M A R Í A

T he Roman Coliseum is an amphitheater

built in the 1st century, more precisely at
the time of the Roman Empire. It is located
in the center of the city of Rome, Italy
whose original name is Flavian
Amphitheater, which refers to the Flavian
dynasty of emperors who built it..

A posteriori change the name of

Colosseum and it is by which it is known
today. This name is due to a great
monument located nearby, which is The
Colossus of Nero. Definitely one of the
most significant data is that it was declared
a World Heritage Site in 1980 by During the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD, but it was
UNESCO and is one of the Seven no longer used for public entertainment and became a quarry from
Wonders of the Modern World. which material was extracted for the construction of new buildings.
Thanks to the 17th century, it was declared a sanctuary by Pope
Benedict XIV because during it it was believed that many Christian
martyrs died in this place, which prevented the progressive
extraction of materials from the Colosseum. Later in the 19th
century much restoration work was done to the structure finally.

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JORDAN

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 E X P L O R E | R A N D A B D E L K A N N O U N

P etra is an ancient city carved into the red cliffs of the desert, the
city is located in southern Jordan, in the Ma'an State and affiliated
with the Wadi Musa district. Among its most outstanding elements
is the Khazneh, which is the two-story safe and has a height of 78
meters. In 1985 the archaeological city of Petra was declared a
World Heritage Site by UNESCO and in 2007 it was declared one
of the new wonders of the world. The city was uninhabited for
hundreds of years but came to have its boom years which led to a
powerful commercial center with a prime location for the silk and
spice trade routes it was also the capital of the Nabataean empire
for its strategic location. It was a connection between Arabia,
Africa, Egypt and India. since he also had other precious goods
that converged on Petra.
To date no one knows when the city was built, but it is known that
it was a prosperous city in the 1st century BC. The facade of the
buildings was carved directly from the canyons and the buildings
are admired for many reasons. the intricate carvings on the facade
were a testament to the wealth of the civilization and the position of
power in the commercial business of the facade which is called “Al
khazneh or The Treasury” and the is the official entrance to this
city.It is noteworthy that it was carved from a beautiful pink
sandstone, which is why Petra is also called the Pink City.
Other cultures envied Petra's prosperity and the
city had to fight the Greeks while it succeeded
over Greece, but when the Roman Empire tried
to invade Petra they faced defeat. In the 4th
century after Christ a great earthquake destroyed
much of the city and the Romans decided to
leave, later the Byzantine Empire took over and
ruled for almost 300 years. Over time Petra lost
its strategic trading position and was abandoned
and hidden from most of the world. But years
later Petra was discovered on August 22, 1812 by
the 27-year-old Swiss explorer Johan Ludwig
Borchardt.
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INDIA

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 E X P L O R E | D E N I S S A Y A M I L E T L Ó P E Z S E C O

O ne of the most beautiful monuments in the world is the result

of a wonderful and tragic love story. Taj Mahal is located in the
city Agra and it means the India’s symbol like the Statue of
Liberty in US or the Eiffel tower in France. Also, it represents the
Islamic, Iranian and Persian style through a set of buildings,
gardens, lakes and fountains with perfectly organized symmetry,
or this can be seen in their marble walls filled with more than 28
types of gems, the central fountain, the optical illusions, the four
water bodies arranged in cross shape where lotus flowers float, as
well as in the river Yamuna was even diverted so that the Taj
Mahal could be reflected in its waters.

For this purpose, the builders took 22 years to buil it, from 1631
to 1653 and 20.000 men and 1000 elephants were needed for its
construction. Actually, it is said that the architects’ hands were
cut off so that they would not design again a work like that,
legend or reality? We don’t know, but behind this creepy fact, Taj
Mahal is not just a great architectural work that looks like a fairy
tale castle, it’s a mausoleum dedicated for the emperor Shah
Jahan’s third wife, called Arjumand Banu Begum and known as
Muntam Mahal, they live a perfect romance where they supported
His wife passed away when she was each other, she helped with his politic campaigns and he gave her
giving birth her 13th son, but despite many gifts, but unfortunately, they could not have their happy
that, the unique sure thing here is the ending and live together forever.
emperor’s love, who after she died,
wanted to build a temple as beautiful as
his beloved to pay homage to her,
becoming the reason for so much
money spent on the work, and so many
demands on the workers, but thanks to
this story, the Taj Mahal (which means
“the crown of the palaces”) also has
one of the crown within the seven
wonders of the world, literally, and
although the emperor and his wife were
separated in life, after death, their
bodies rest in peace, side by side…
they are the proof of true love.
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CHINA

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 E X P L O R E | G I U S E L L I A L E J A N D R A D E J E S U S
N U Ñ E Z M A R C H E S A N O

F irst of all, The Great Wall is an ancient fortress in

the north of the country built and rebuilt between the
5th century BC and the 15th century BC (modern),
during the successive dynasties to defend the northern
border of the Chinese Empire against the attacks by
the Xiongnu nomads of Mongolia and Manchuria is in
fact composed of tributaries and substructures,
secondly it has an estimated total length of 21,196
kilometers, along the Yalu River from the North
Korean border to the Gobi desert thirdly. place today
only 30% remains and finally the average height is 6-7
meters but the width is 4-5 meters.

About 10 million workers died during the

construction, however, they are not buried in the
wall, but in the immediate vicinity of the wall.
Certainly in 1987, the wall was declared a World
Heritage Site by UNESCO and then on January 26,
2007, it was selected as one of the winners of the
list "New Seven Wonders of the Modern World"
compared to the others it was included in the List
because of its long history and grand architecture.

The Mutianyu section is one of the top 16 tourist

attractions in Beijing and is located in the Huairou
district, about 70 kilometers from the city center. In
fact, it is connected to Juyongguan in the west and
Gubeikou in the east. In addition to the Mutianyu
Theater, there are also Badaling and Jinshanling
theaters in Beijing, which attract millions of tourists
every year. Meanwhile, it was called the northern
defensive barrier that protected the capital and the
mausoleum. The work has also been described as a
feat in the history of ancient architecture.

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 FUN FACTS
CHRIST THE REDEEMER CHICHEN ITZA
At the equinoxes, the sun
It was built in France. creates shadows that draw a
snake ascending or
The statue is completely
descending the stairs of the
hollow, except for the hands.
pyramid.
During construction A cenote was discovered
there were no fatalities. under the pyramid.

PETRA MACHU PICCHU

Petra was not built in
From the top of
stone but carved out
you can see a
of rock.
human face in
It has a theater. profile in the
conformation of
80% of the city is still
the mountain.
hidden.
ROMAN COLISEUM
It is consolidated as a symbol
against the death penalty.
In its beginnings it was called
"Flavian Amphitheater".
Seats reflected social status.
TAJ MAHAL
THE GREAT Admission includes a
WALL OF CHINA
bottle of water and
It was considered a
cloth slippers.
symbol of
totalitarianism. It has almost
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scene of war. symmetry.
The world is too

big to spend time

in one place.
 A trip is the perfect opportunity to
discover, learn, get out of the comfort
zone, face new challenges, solve
problems, walk slowly, enjoy the
scenery, become cautious, focus your
attention, become modest, more human,
stronger and wiser. Do not let it pass
every time you have it in front of you

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