The 7 wonders of the modern world are some of humanity’s largest and most imposing architectural and engineering constructions. They are a trip through the history of the civilisations which first thought of them, and then designed them; the cultural legacy of men who thought beyond their own capabilities to construct monuments teeming in meaning, each with a unique and fascinating history attracting millions of visitors from all over the world.

 

 

Christ the Redeemer Statue – Brazil
Located atop Corcovado Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer Statue is the symbol of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. The 38-metre high statue built between 1922 and 1931 portrays Jesus with his arms open wide, in a gesture which seems to welcome and protect the city beneath his feet

 

 

Petra – Jordan

Petra is a wonderful archaeological site located in the South-West desert of Jordan. Accessible through the Al Siq gorge, it is a fascinating city dating back to 300 BC fully cut into the rock containing tombs and temples in pink sandstone, which gives it its nickname “Pink City”.