Wonders of the World

The value of an International Collectors Series featuring the Seven Wonders can vary significantly based on factors such as condition, rarity, demand, and the specific items included. Generally, collectors are drawn to unique or limited-edition pieces, which can drive prices higher. Researching recent sales or consulting with collectors' markets can provide a more accurate appraisal. Ultimately, the value is determined by what collectors are willing to pay for the series.

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were built for various reasons, primarily to showcase the architectural and artistic achievements of their respective cultures. They often served religious or commemorative purposes, symbolizing the power and influence of the societies that created them. Additionally, these structures were intended to inspire awe and admiration, reflecting human ingenuity and the desire to create lasting monuments. Overall, they represented the cultural values and aspirations of their time.

No, the Howrah Bridge has never been officially recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Seven Wonders typically refer to a list of remarkable constructions from ancient times or more modern lists that highlight significant architectural achievements globally. However, the Howrah Bridge, an iconic structure in Kolkata, India, is celebrated for its engineering and historical significance.

The New Seven Wonders of the World were chosen through a global poll organized by the New7Wonders Foundation in 2007. The selection process involved a nomination phase where over 200 sites were proposed, followed by a voting phase where people around the world could cast their votes via phone and internet. The final list was announced on July 7, 2007, and includes iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall of China and Machu Picchu, representing cultural and architectural significance from various regions. This initiative aimed to promote global heritage awareness and appreciation.

The world needs more empathy to foster understanding and connection among diverse communities. Increased collaboration and innovation in addressing global challenges, such as climate change and inequality, are also essential. Finally, promoting mental health awareness and support can help create a more resilient and compassionate society.

The time it takes to build a colossus can vary greatly depending on the size, complexity, and materials used, as well as the resources and workforce available. Historically, monumental statues like the Colossus of Rhodes took several years to complete, often ranging from 5 to 12 years. Modern projects could take similar or longer durations, especially considering engineering, design, and construction phases. Ultimately, each project is unique and can be influenced by numerous factors.

Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning "The Smoke That Thunders," is the native name for Victoria Falls, located on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. This spectacular waterfall is renowned for its immense size and breathtaking beauty, generating a mist that can be seen from miles away. The falls hold significant cultural and spiritual importance for local tribes, including the Lozi people, who have revered the site for centuries.

The Great Lakes are not officially recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Seven Wonders typically refer to remarkable constructions or sites, such as the Great Wall of China or the Pyramids of Giza. However, the Great Lakes are often celebrated for their natural beauty and ecological significance, making them a wonder in their own right, though not categorized within the traditional list.

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World are not included on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list as they were all constructed before the modern concept of heritage sites was established. However, some of the remaining structures, like the Great Wall of China and the Colosseum, are recognized as World Heritage Sites. UNESCO primarily focuses on sites that have significant cultural, historical, or natural importance in their current form.

Oh, dude, you're dropping some Shakespeare on me! So, like, that line is actually from a hymn called "God Moves in a Mysterious Way" by William Cowper. You can find it in hymnals or online if you're into that kind of stuff.

The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence today.

Stonehenge in England is one of the most famous megalithic formations in the world. It consists of a ring of standing stones, each around 13 feet high, set within earthworks. The purpose and method of construction of Stonehenge remain a mystery.

The Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 3,800 years.

Antipater of Sidon (2nd c. BCE) was probably influenced by others before him, including Herodotus (5th century BCE), although it is uncertain whether the earlier Philo of Byzantium (3rd. c. BCE) actually compiled the prior list attributed to him. Other earlier and later lists are similar but not always identical. Antipater does not even list the Lighthouse (Pharos) at Alexandria but only six wonders:

"I have set eyes on the wall of lofty Babylon on which is a road for chariots, and the statue of Zeus by the Alphaeus, and the hanging gardens, and the Colossus of the Sun, and the huge labor of the high pyramids; but when I saw the House of Artemis that rose to the clouds, these other marvels lost their brilliancy, and I said, 'Lo, outside of Olympus, the sun has never looked on anything so grand.' " GREEK ANTHOLOGY 9.58


One of the likely reasons Antipater made his list of "Seven Wonders" (in Greek they are called THAUMATA, which is better translated "things to be seen" rather than "wonders") was that by his time travelers in the Hellenistic world could visit many if not most of the wonders, and Antipater could establish himself as sufficiently well-traveled to be considered an authority. It is not unlikely he saw the Great Pyramid of Giza since it was close to Alexandria, but not so probable that he really visited the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, so far away from the Mediterranean, partly because there is now a debate that this garden was not actually at Babylon but instead at Nineveh and possibly even long destroyed by his time. In actuality Antipater does not even say the Hanging Gardens were at Babylon, because he only mentions them in a separate clause after a brief description of the walls of Babylon.


A second possible reason he may have made this list was to emphasize the greatness of Greek civilization, since at least four or five of the wonders were Greek or on the periphery of the Greek world: the gold-ivory (chryselephantine) statue of Zeus at Olympia; the Temple of Artemis (often called the Artemision) at Ephesos; the Colossus of Rhodes; the Lighthouse (Pharos) at Alexandria; and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (designed, built and decorated by Greeks architects and artists).


A third possible reason - related to the second - for making the list was to positively compare new Greek wonders to the two other more ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian marvels in order to show the Greeks had equalled and possibly even surpassed previous cultures in engineering technology and appreciation of the monumental scale of such huge projects.


A fourth possible reason Antipater might have made his list was to emphasize the glory of the Temple of Artemis in Ephesos because he claims it was the most impressive of them all. Thus, this last possible reason actually has considerable textual likelihood since he himself makes this claim.


Of course, these are only ideas and not certainties. Some of this is discussed elsewhere in a book, TEN DISCOVERIES THAT REWROTE HISTORY (2007), pp. 45-62.

No, most of the original seven wonders don't exist anymore.

The only one of the original seven that still exists today are the Pyramids of Egypt. As to what man made construction can be seen from space, I can tell you that it's The Great Wall of China. And the brightest spot on earth as seen from space? Las Vegas. Actually that's a myth. The Great Wall of China is not visible from space (without a telescope/binoculars). If you've seen a photo of it from the ground, it should be obvious that it's far too thin to be visible from space. I've heard that since it was built, sand has piled up on one side of the wall, and this is visible from space. I've just looked on Google Maps. People have tagged 10 places where they say the Great Wall of China is, but I can't find anything that looks like the wall (or the sand on one side of the wall). It's been said that truly, the only man construction seen from space is the green houses concentration near Almeria, south eastern Spain, where they heavily grow vegetables in an intensive manner. You can check it out in google earth, and is nearly distinctable at a 800-1000 miles altitude. To locate, I suggest start at 150 miles heigth. And retract from there.

The Great Wall is undistictable at 10 miles height.

This is a subjective matter and can include many forms of natural wonder. There are animal migrations, fish swarms, simultaneous flowerings of plants and even some causes of disaster could be regarded as wonderous. Cloud formation and weather systems are an ever changing wonder to some. Among those things that would be regarded as a natural wonder by a good proportion of people would be; The Great Barrier Reef The Himalayas The Grand Canyon Niagara Falls The Aurora Borrealis

Rudyard Kipling described the Okavango Delta in Botswana as the eighth wonder of the world due to its extraordinary beauty and unique natural setting.