WONDER OF THE WORLD

Presented by - Digvijay Puvar

Gujarat power engineering &research institute

PRESENTATION

New Seven Wonders of the World• the new version of the seven wonders of the

world have been elected by more than 100 million votes from all over the world in 7-7-2007.

COLOSSEUMIn Rome.capable of seating around 50,000 spectatorsGladiators’ fights and public performances. a symbol of Joy & Suffering!

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Is an ancient Chinese fortification. It was built to protect the rule of China between

the 5th century BC and the 16th century.7,300 km from east to west. is incredible proof of Perseverance &

Persistence!

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MACHU PICCHUIn the south of Perú“Lost City”.created by the Inca EmpireIt was used as a religious sanctuary

and a palace. a symbol of Community & Dedication!

Machu Picchu

TAJ MAHALIn Agra, India15 years to complete by Muslim Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to

honor the memory of his beloved late wife, , Mumtaz Mahal.

is a great symbol of Love & Passion!

Taj Mahal

The Great Pyramids Of Giza

• The Pyramids of Giza were built in 1,000- 1,700 AD

• Built as a tomb for a famous pharaoh, Khufu

• It is located Cairo, Egypt

Interesting Facts

• Named the pyramid Khufu’s Horizon

• Best known manmade structure in the world

• 481 Feet High and covering about 13 acres of land

The Great Pyramids of Giza

Eiffel Tower• The Eiffel Tower is located in

Paris, France• It was constructed in 1889• Used as a observation tower,

radio broadcasting tower and advertising space- it is now a world wide iconInteresting Facts

• Used as the entrance arch for the world fair in Paris celebrating the centenary of the French Revolution

• It is famous for being perfectly vertical

• Visited by 6 million people every year

Eiffel Tower

Neuschwanstein Castle

• The Castle is located in Osterreich, Germany

• It was built on September 5, 1869

• It was built as a retreat and homage to Richard Wagner

Interesting Facts• It was built at a time when

castles were no longer needed• It means “New swan stone

castle”• It has over 360 rooms and it

took 17 years to build

Neuschwanstein Castle