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10 MOST POPULAR HISTORICAL
DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD
The world is filled with mind-blowing man made wonders out there. Over the thousands of years of human
history, we’ve produced some pretty amazing stuff, even if, sadly, not all of
it has lastest until today. With many breathtaking and incredible historical
sites built by ancient civilizations, it’s sometimes hard to narrow down the
best. Think of all the lists of historical wonders out there and how different
they. What criteria do you judge on?
Everyone has their own, including me. Below are my
favorite historical sites that I think every traveler should try to visit at
some point. The story these ruins tell is part of humanity’s story. They guess
a deep understanding of our history, power, commonalities, and shared
experiences. They show us how’ve developed as a specieis. Don’t miss them!
1. The Pyramids at Giza, Egypt
They’re over 3,000 years old, and we still don’t have a good
idea as to how they were built or how the Egyptians made them so precise (were
aliens involved?). The three pyramids align to the stars and the solstices and
contain tons of chambers that still haven’t been (and cannot be) opened. I
mean, how did they create those little chambers where people can’t even crawl
through? The largest one, called the Great Pyramid, was built by the Pharaoh
Khufu and has limited access to it. The Pyramids are truly a marvel of human engineering
that was fit for kings. (You will also find the Sphinx nearby, another
historical site whose mysteries baffle researchers and are the subject of many
conspiracy theories.)
2.
Candi Prambanan and Borobudur, Indonesia
You might have heard of Borobudur, which is one of the
world’s greatest Buddhist temples located in Central Java, Indonesia. Equally
as impressive is the nearby Hindu temple known as Candi Prambanan. Both Candi
Prambanan and Borobudur are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
3.
Petra, Jordan
Carved into a canyon in Arabah, Jordan, Petra was made famous
by the third Indiana Jones film when he went to find the Holy Grail. The site was
“discovered” in 1812 by a Swiss explorer who followed some local tribesmen
there; prior to that, it had been forgotten to the Western world. Though its
founding is unknown, it appears this place had settlers as early as the 6th
century BC. Under Roman rule, the site declined rapidly and was abandoned by
the late 4th century. In 1985, Petra became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and
was recently named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
4.
Taj
Mahal, India
Built in the 1600s, this building in Agra, India, is a
testament to undying love. This white marble tomb built for Emperor Shah
Jahan’s deceased wife is a must-see for everyone. In 1983, it was named a
UNESCO World Heritage site, and also has been named one of the New Seven
Wonders of the World. The Taj sees between two and four million tourists
annually, so there have been recent restrictions on tourism in an effort to
help protect the site. However, the greatest threat is the air pollution that
is destroying the marble.
5.
The Great Wall of China, China
The Great Wall of China actually consists of numerous walls
and fortifications. It was originally conceived by Emperor Qin Shi Huang (ca.
259–210 BC) in the third century BC as a means of keeping out the Mongol hordes
invading the country. The best-known and best-preserved section of the Great
Wall was built in the 14th through 17th centuries, during the Ming dynasty
(1368–1644). Though the Great Wall never effectively prevented invaders from
entering China, it’s still a
massive engineering and construction feat and human accomplishment.
6.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Located in southern Peru, this ruined city
lies on top of a mountain that’s only accessible by train or a four-day trek. Rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911, it was an important
cultural center for the Inca civilization but was abandoned when the Spanish
invaded the region. (It is famously referred to as the “Lost City of the
Incas,” though that is actually Vilcabamba). The location was made a UNESCO
World Heritage site in 1983, and it was named one of the New Seven Wonders of
the World in 2007. Concerns over growing numbers of tourists have led to
limitations on how many people can enter the site, though only by a fraction of
what is necessary. Hopefully, they will limit it even more so this site can
last for hundreds of years more.
7.
Stonehenge, England
Located near Salisbury, this megalithic
structure is over 3,000 years old, and its stones come all the way from Wales.
Scholars still are not sure how the builders got the stones there and have
tried to replicate the feat, with dismal results. Moreover, we only have a
vague idea of its purpose (we’re basically just guessing). Stonehenge is now
fenced off, and you can no longer go into the circle; visitors can only walk
around the attraction. But it’s worth visiting for the mystery behind it and an
excellent and detailed audio tour.
8.
Colosseum, Italy
Rome has always been a pride of Italy and always will be. Over the centuries, Rome is not only home of ancient art, pottery and weapons, but also holds architectural masterpieces from the Classical and Imperial Roman Styles to modern Fascist architecture. The Colosseum is the surly one of them.
Built around the first century AD, it is the largest amphitheater in the whole world. It was used for gladiatorial combats, spectacles with wild beasts and for the execution of Christians in the early Roman Empire. Most of the area of the Colosseum is restricted now, especially the floor and the basement where everything is still well organized.
Rome has always been a pride of Italy and always will be. Over the centuries, Rome is not only home of ancient art, pottery and weapons, but also holds architectural masterpieces from the Classical and Imperial Roman Styles to modern Fascist architecture. The Colosseum is the surly one of them.
Built around the first century AD, it is the largest amphitheater in the whole world. It was used for gladiatorial combats, spectacles with wild beasts and for the execution of Christians in the early Roman Empire. Most of the area of the Colosseum is restricted now, especially the floor and the basement where everything is still well organized.
9.
Statue of Liberty, USA
La Liberte eclairant le monde or statue of liberty is
neoclassical sculpture situated in New York city. The designer Frederic Auguste
Bartholdi and Gustave Eiffel presented it to the Americans as a gift from the
people of France. Every year, millions of tourists visit this place to
witness the statue of Libertas, the Roman goddess, who bears a torch and
tabula ansata (a tablet) and broken chains near her feet. The statue is an icon
of freedom, and a welcoming sight to tourist and immigrants.
10. Easter Island,
Chile
Easter Island has long been an area of interest for historians and archeologists aiming to uncover the
mystery of this small island in Polynesian waters. If you do get a chance to
tick this off the bucket list, Easter Island is one of the most remote UNESCO
World Heritage listed sites to visit and certainly one of the most interesting
mysteries.
SOURCE:
https://www.tripzilla.com/12-destinations-in-southeast-asia-every-history-enthusiast-must-visit/20539
https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/ten-historical-sites/
http://www.worldofwanderlust.com/100-of-the-most-beautiful-unesco-world-heritage-sites-to-discover/
https://www.rankred.com/top-10-most-popular-historical-places-in-the-world/
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