Landmarks around the world by Vasiliki Karaiskou

Christ the Redeemer - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - Ρίο ντε Τζανέιρο, Βραζιλία

2026-03-16 18:30:03 UTC

Christ the Redeemer is a colossal statue of Jesus Christ.It was built in October 12, 1931 and it is located in the Mount Corcavado in Rio de Janeiro southeastern Brasil.The Christ the Redeemer statue is a 98-foot (30-meter) tall figure of Jesus Christ with arms outstretched, spanning 92 feet (28 meters). Situated at the top of the mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the statue is made of reinforced concrete clad in thousands of triangular soapstone tiles and is the largest Art Deco-style sculpture in the world. The statue sits on a square stone pedestal about 26 feet (8 meters) high. It has become emblematic of both the city of Rio de Janeiro and the whole nation of Brazil.The statue of Christ the Redeemer is a prominent symbol of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, attracting visitors and serving as a religious site.

Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Ούταρ Πραντές, Ινδία

2026-03-20 13:51:06 UTC

Taj Mahal

A landmark you shouldn’t miss a chance seeing is Taj Mahal. It is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World that acquires several visitors yearly. Taj Mahal is situated in India and it is big mausoleum made of white marble that has a symbolic meaning, eternal love. This highly appraised monument was built by Shah Jahan for the tomb of his wife Mumtaz Mahal who brought in life 14 children but unfortunately died during labor. The construction started in 1632 and it necessitated approximately 20.000 workers and 1.000 elephants in order for the construction to end which eventually happened in 1653. Taj Mahal is more than just a mausoleum, it is also a beautiful structure representing the world’s most meaningful feeling which is of course love. Today, Taj Mahal is one of the world’s most visited monuments that receives about 7-8 million visitors per year. It is still a functioning mausoleum and the mosque located in the western side of the building is still used for prayers by local muslims. You should definitely visit Taj Mahal because not even words can describe this breathtaking monument!

Machu Picchu, Περού

2026-03-22 09:54:47 UTC

The best choice for a tourist is to visit the Matchu Picchu is one of the best 7 wonders of the world and located in the Andes of Peru.

You will be impessed by the building who was built in the 15^th century.The most important points is the intihuatana stone, which served as a sundial at an altitude of 2,430 meters.

It was built by the the Inca emperor Paxhacyti and it became widely known in 1911 by the American explorer Hiram Bingham.

One of the most important monumentos of Matchu Picchu is in 1983 iy was declared aword Heritage Site by UneSCO.

Today access is strictly limited to protect it from mass tourism.

Colossus of Rhodes, Πλατεία Νεωρείου, Ρόδος

mihaloudidaskala — 2026-03-22 16:42:44 UTC

One of the most impotant wonder of the ancient world which has not survived to this day was colassus of rhodes. IT was build in the Hellenic period from the chares of lindos.it was built because the inhabitants of Rhodes wanted to celebrate a victory to defend their city against and opponent.it had the same height as the statue of liberty and it was all build from bronze.it has destroyed from a massive earthquake 66 years after it was built .THE ruins of the statue was stay in the port for 800 years and in the 7^th century the ruins were sold for bronze

The Sphinx, Al Haram, Αίγυπτος

2026-03-23 18:57:28 UTC

THE GREAT SPHINX OF GIZA

One of the most important monuments of Egypt is great Sphinx of Giza. It is the largest and the oldest statue in the world. It was built in Egypt by ancient Egyptians of the old kingdom during the reign of the pharaoh Cafra over 4,000 years ago. It was used to protect the royal tombs. It’ s name comes from an ancient Greek mythological beast. It had the body of a lion and a human face. You will be impressed by its size. It is over 20m high and 73m long. Sphinx is an architectural achievement. In our days tourists all over the world visit Giza in Egypt to admire this unique monument. You should definitely visit it!

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Machu Picchu, Περού

2026-03-29 16:33:07 UTC

Machu pick is an incan city located in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. According to historians, the architectural complex was built in the 15th century, approximately, by the Inca pachacutec. The former use of this place remains a mystery. The site itself is an earthquake prone area, but the stones in this building bounce through the tremors and then fall back into places, keeping this place intact for years

Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

2026-05-05 03:55:29 UTC

The Colosseum in Rome is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient civilization. Built during the reign of the Flavian emperors, it served as a grand arena for gladiatorial contests, public spectacles, and dramatic performances. With its massive stone structure and advanced engineering, the Colosseum could hold tens of thousands of spectators, reflecting the power and ingenuity of the Roman Empire. Today, it stands as a remarkable reminder of history and attracts millions of visitors from around the world.

Petra, Jordan

2026-05-11 19:07:05 UTC

Petra is one of the famous historical sites in the world. It's one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and is added recently. Petra is an ancient stone complex, built by the Nabataeans around 300 BC. It's located in the south of Jordan between the Dead Sea and Red Sea. Petra it's carved directly into the pink sandstone cliff faces and is creating a fantastic view for the visitors. Today it's attracts millions of visitors from around the world.