Great Wall of China : The largest man-made monument ever to have been built, the Great Wall of China

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In 2007 the results of the first ever globally-elected New7Wonders of the World were announced. More than 100 million votes were cast by citizens worldwide using modern communications technology in this unprecedented global dialogue.
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The Roman Colosseum : One of Italy's many stand-out historical emblems and now officially one of the seven new Wonders of the World. Explore the exciting history of a city though this remarkable piece of architecture.
Taj Mahal : Surely a 'Wonder' with the most romantic history? Built on the orders of Shah Jahan to honour renaissance hotel baltimore the memory of his beloved late wife. Idyllic and beautiful, the Taj Mahal is a jaw-dropping renaissance hotel baltimore crowd-pleaser and also made the latest list.
Great Wall of China : The largest man-made monument ever to have been built, the Great Wall of China simply had to make the list. Built to link existing fortifications renaissance hotel baltimore into a united renaissance hotel baltimore defence system and keep invading Mongol tribes out of China. A riveting history accompanies this stunning site.
Petra : Another new Wonder of the World, Petra sits on the edge of the Arabian Desert and was once the glittering capital of the Nabataean empire of King Aretas IV (9 BC to 40AD). An impressive example of Middle Eastern culture and history.
renaissance hotel baltimore The following renaissance hotel baltimore destinations didn't quite make the final list but they were shortlisted, and we think they're definitely worth a mention/visit: Alhambra , Angkor Wat , Eiffel Tower , Hagia Sophia and the Red Square .
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