This document discusses the seven wonders of the modern world: Taj Mahal, Colosseum, Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, Christ the Redeemer, Petra, and the Great Wall of China. It provides brief descriptions of each wonder, including when and why they were built as well as interesting facts. For example, it notes that the Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan as a memorial for his wife, while the Colosseum could hold up to 50,000 spectators for ancient games.

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Presented by : A. Samad Ahasan

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INTRODUCTION
► Seven wonders of the world refers to
remarkable constructions made by human or
nature.
► These wonders are listed by the popular guide
books and sight seers.
► 7 is thought to be a number for representation
of perfection and plenty.
► 7 wonders resembles ancient civilizations in
that time.

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Modern world wonders
INTRODUCTION
New 7 wonders has defined from time to time:
► 7 Wonders of Ancient World (484 – 305 BCE).
► 7Wonders of Medieval World (19th – 20th
Centuries).
► 7Wonders of Modern World (21st Century).

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WONDERS OF MODERN WORLD

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TAJ MAHAL (Agra, India)

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TAJ MAHAL (Agra, India)
► Built by Muslim Mughal Empire “Shah Jahan” Memorial for his beloved late wife, “Mumtaz”
► It took 15 years to build this beautiful spectacular tomb.
► Considered as a finest example of Mughal art and architecture.
► Shah Jahan was arrested by one of his sons after the completion ofTaj Mahal.
► It said that he spent the rest of the days gazing atTaj Mahal from a window.

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COLOSSEUM (Rome, Italy)

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COLOSSEUM (Rome, Italy)
► The Colosseum is located in Rome, Italy.
► It was built in 70 – 80AD.
► The Colosseum was built byVespasian andTitus.
► It is also called the Flavian Amphitheatre.
► Stadium can hold up to 50,000 spectators
► Gory games involving gladiators, wild animals and prisoners were held there in ancient time.
► Famous design of the colosseum still resembles in modern stadium.

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CHICHEN ITZA (Yucatan, Mexico)

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CHICHEN ITZA (Yucatan, Mexico)
► The Chichen Itza is located inYucatan, Mexico.
► This is the most famous temple city of “Maya’s”
► It was the political and religious center of Maya civilization during 750-1200 AD This is the temple of
“Kukulken” where the city’s heart lies.
► Rises to a height of 79 feet.
► There are 91 steps in each of its four sides, one step for one day of the year.
► 365th Day of the year represents the top platform.

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Machu Picchu (Peru)

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Machu Picchu (Peru)
► The Machu Picchu is located in Peru.
► It was built in about 1400.
► In January 2010, Machu Picchu flooded which trapped more than 2,000 local people and more than
2,000 tourists. Machu Picchu was closed temporarily, but it reopened on 1 April 2010.
► It is sometimes called “The City OfThe Incas”.

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ChristThe Redeemer (Rio De Janeiro, Brazil)

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Christ The Redeemer (Rio De Janeiro,Brazil)
► Christ the Redeemer statue is closet to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
► It was constricted between 1922 and 1931.
► Christ the Redeemer was made from 60,000 pieces of stone.
► About 100 people contributed to make it.
► Christ the Redeemer is 130 Feet tall.
► Second highest art décor statue in the world.
► It is a symbol of Christianity.

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Petra (Jordan)

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Petra (Jordan)
► Petra, a Jordanian wonder, is also listed among the seven wonders of the world.
► Petra is also nicknamed as the “Rose City” due to the stone color from which it is carved.
► It was made in 1200Bc.
► It lies on the slope of Mount Hor.
► It remained unknown to the western world until 1812.

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GreatWallOf China (China)

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Great Wall Of China (China)
► Great wall of China was built along China’s northern border over many centuries.
► It was to keep out involving Mongol tribes.
► Great wall was Constructed between 5th century – 16th century BC.
► It is the world’s largest human made structure.
► Great wall of China is stretching some 4000 miles.

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A. Samad Ahasan