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The Lighthouse of Alexandria was begun by Ptolemy in the Third Century BC and completed by his son, Ptolemy Philadelphos, on the island of Pharos in Alexandria, Egypt.

The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, also called Olympian Zeus, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The world is an ever changing landscape in which climate change means some of our most spectacular sights are facing an uncertain future.

Whilst standing near the edge of the Grand Canyon offers breathtaking views, there's nothing to rival seeing this Wonder of the World from the air.

From colonial architecture and ancient ruins to beautiful beaches and cenotes, Merida offers all the treasures of the Mayan Riviera and more.

The natural wonders of the world are truly breathtaking. They make us stand in awe and wonder how they ever came to be. Learn some fascinating facts about a few of them.

Petra, Jordan's greatest treasure, is in the running to become one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.

The Middle East and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is amongst the top contenders for one of the great prizes of the 21st century.

There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.

The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue dedicated to the Greek god Helios on the island of Rhodes.

Over 100 million votes were cast and on July 7, 2007, in Lisbon, the New Seven Wonders of the World were announced.

This year, instead of tours to the same old park or beach, explore the best human civilization has to offer and travel to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Will it be the Acropolis? And Alhambra? Or Angkor? Or The Eiffel Tower? What about the Great Wall of China? Which sites will be named The New Seven Wonders of the World?

The CN Tower was completed in 1975 and attracts more than 2 million visitors a year.

An historical seacrossing of the 15th century feared by seafarers for it's dangerous coastline and rough seas.

At the end of a long gorge in the Middle Eastern kingdom of Jordan is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, the rose-red city of Petra.

Petra, an ancient city carved out of red sandstone, shows the advanced culture of a civilization that lived there more than 2,000 years ago.

At its opening in 1931 the Empire State Building was billed as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Over 70 years later it is still the greatest building in the world.

Erected to celebrate the strength of the small island of Rhodes, the Colossus stood in ruins for most of its history.

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are one of the Seven Wonders of the World along with the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt.

Did the fabled Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, really exist?

This Southeast Asian country's coast boasts three of the 878 United Nations-designated cultural and natural heritage sites worldwide. In this case, H stands for Hope.

See the continuing excavation in progress, experience the immense terracotta army in its original home and visit Xi'An's ancient city wall all in one day.

Most people know that a list of seven wonders of the ancient world exists, but very few can name them. What, and where, were they?

The Seven Wonders of the World refers to a well known list of seven remarkable construction projects from classical antiquity.

The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus was a tomb built for Mausollos, a Persian governor, by his wife Artemisia II from 353 to 350 BC.

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was built by the Achmaenid Dynasty in the Persian Empire to honour the goddess Artemis.

Many will know Sydney's major attractions. The Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House are two. There is another less-well known side to Sydney which is introduced here.

The Spanish city of Granada vibrates with Flamenco, Jazz and Ballet performances of the International Festival of Music and Dance, across Granada music fills the air.

A visit to northwest Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park in autumn or spring affords amazing scenery and views into an abyss in the earth's crust without summer crowds.

From tourism to fishing, from climate change to pollution, the Great Barrier Reef, a haven of biodiversity, is coming under increasing environmental stress.

Iconic used to be a way of identifying outstanding architecture; today, the term has fallen into disrepute. It's time to reclaim iconic architecture's original meaning.

The royal journey by 'Palace on Wheels' is a first-hand experience of the lavish lifestyles of the former Indian kings and rulers, and covers fantastic destinations.

Looking for the spectacular and unique? Four hundred million year old mountains, the highest tides on the planet and rare white sand dunes await you in New Brunswick.

The Empire State Building defines New York City, and provides inspiration and romance to all her admirers.

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was an opulent tomb for a king who loved all things Greek.

Built to be a navigational aid into Alexandria's Harbor, the Pharos at Alexandria might have served a dual purpose.

The statue of Zeus at Olympia was an ideal representation of the high Classical style of art, and a significant reminder of the strength of Greek religion.

Most people know that a list of seven wonders of the ancient world exists, but very few can name them. What, and where, were they?

Many travellers make a mistake by only spending one night at Iguazu/Iguacu Falls. More time is needed to get the most out of a trip to this amazing World Heritage Site.

Now included on the new list of the World's Seven Wonders, the Roman Colosseum still defines a people and an era. A must see for any traveler's list.

White water rafting, bungee jumping, hiking, rock climbing, micro light flights, kayaking and safaris make the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe the perfect place for adventure.

Iguazu Falls may be one of the natural wonders of the world, but the Bird Park, next to the park entrance, is also well worth an afternoon detour when visiting the area.

The Herzog August Library in Wolfenbüttel has one of the largest collections of ancient books in the world and was called the 8th wonder of the world in the 16th century.

The Duomo in Florence, Italy, is a paragon of Renaissance architecture. The history of the Duomo's architecture includes involvement by Da Vinci and Brunelleschi.

Built during the Great Depression, Boulder/Hoover Dam was a 20th Century marvel. About one million people tour the dam each year and many of them also visit Boulder City.

Favorite Norse Myths holds children entranced from start to finish.

No trip to China is complete without a visit to the Great Wall. The Great Wall at Mutianyu offers visitors a chance to experience both the restored and ancient wall.

Fans of Spain's best known artists will should consider a visit to this Granada exhibit from March, 2008.

Mommy guilt can arise from unrealistic expectations that we must be supermom or superdad, but many times those feelings of guilt are unnecessary.