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The Great Wall, China

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This is one of the largest constructions ever constructed in China’s history. Initially, it was built by the first emperor of China, after successfully uniting China with seven warring states. Emperor Qin decided to build a wall in 221BC to keep the invaders out of China. It took 10 years and a workforce of 300,000 soldiers and 500,000 slaves to build the wall. Later, other emperors continued the construction of the wall with the purpose to defend their borders. Today, the Great Wall of China stretches from the mountains of northern China along the northwest of Beijing. It has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in China.

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The main part of the wall is a staggering 3460km long, which is three times the length of Britain. With the width between 6 and 15m, and the height between 7 and 12m, it’s enough to allow five men on horseback to ride side by side.

The Great Wall of China is also regarded as a dancing dragon. It represents the spirit and soul that unites every Chinese in the world. With its mighty length, of course, there is a great journey to travel along the walls.  

Grand Canyon, United States

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Located in northern Arizona, Grand Canyon is an inspiring landscape crafted by nature. It’s indeed a superb architecture of God. Its width is up to 29km, while its length and depth is measured 446km and 1.6m respectively. It’s one of the most geologic cross sections which are visible on earth.

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Its timeless space creates an overwhelming sense of sight and its beauty really creates a spectacular view. While immersing yourself in its vast space, you may find solace from your busy and confusing life. Take your time to wonder along a trail, savor a sunset or sunrise, listen attentively to the roar of the rapids far below the rim, and have experienced for yourself the wind and sunshine on your face.

Pyramids, Egypt

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When we were small, we used to assemble wooden blocks to establish a building, but have we ever thought of building up a 100-meter high building like these Egyptian Pyramids? How do we build up the building with huge bricks weighing 100 tons each? These grand and marvelous building structures are amazing and their establishments constitute myths and legendary rumors until now (quoted from my previous article entitled Discovering the World’s Most Mysterious Places).

In the ancient time, the Egyptians built pyramids as tombs for their queens and the pharaohs. The pharaohs were buried peacefully in pyramids of many different sizes and shapes. Today, there are about 80 known pyramids left by the ancient Egyptians. The well-preserved and the three largest pyramids are found at Giza. Among them, Great Pyramids is the largest pyramids which took almost 20 years to build.

The Eiffel Tower, France

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The Eiffel Tower is the most amazing construction ever built in France. This iron tower was built by Gustave Eiffel on the Champ deMars beside the Seine River in Paris. Upon its completion in 1889, it was crowned as the world’s tallest tower, but it’s now the fifth tallest structure in France. This tower gained a significant place in French’s heart when it played a major role in capturing the infamous spy Mata Hari during World War I.

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The tower is 300m high and a meteorological station, a television transmission antenna and a wireless station are on its top. The tower has three levels with the first, second and third levels measured respectively at 57.63m, 115.73m and 276.13m in height. It’s a great sight to see this tower at night as the striking light will portray its delicacy and beauty of the steelwork. Indeed, the marvelous night view of the tower is highlighted with the gold lighting that you’d be missed in the daylight.

Taj Mahal, India

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The Taj Mahal is a famous architecture situated in the city of Agra, India. This spectacular monument was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. In the center of the building, you’ll see one great dome surrounded by four smaller domes. The Taj Mahal was made of white marble and its construction took 20,000 workers to have it constructed in a period of twenty-two years.

The Colosseum, Rome

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The Colosseum (originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre) is considered a splendid architectural wonder built in Rome, Italy, about 1920 years ago. It’s the largest construction ever built in the Roman Empire, which can house nearly 60,000 seating and 10,000 standing. You can always enter and leave here within minutes as it has about 80 entrances. The Colosseum was once abandoned, but it became a picturesque view for artists, a fortress for the medieval clans of the city and also a place for Christians to worship.

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The tour to the Colosseum brings the past alive, as though you’ve yourself experienced the times and daily life of ancient Rome. Exploring the Colosseum will definitely leave you an unforgettable memory!

The Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy

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This leaning tower of Pisa (La Torre diPisa) was constructed as a freestanding bell tower (or campanile) for the cathedral in the city of Pisa in Italy. Soon after its construction in 1173, the tower started to tilt to the southwest at 3.99 degrees from its perpendicular due to a poorly laid foundation. The white marble campanile highlights its remarkable artistically outlook. One can reach to its top by climbing the 294 steps, which appears to rise in the form of a spiral on the inner side of its wall.

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