Cultural places of the world. Sea of stars, Maldives. Rice terraces, China
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Even the most avid traveler will always be able to find unexplored places, countries and cultures, because our planet is so diverse. Rice terraces, waterfalls and clear reservoirs - we have collected for you 30 attractions that everyone should see at least once!
Pamukkale, Türkiye
A natural site in the Turkish province of Denizli represents 17 geothermal springs that look extraordinary! Dazzling white terraces included World Heritage UNESCO. And besides, they are open for swimming.
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Rice terraces, China
The most famous rice terraces in China, Longji Rice Terraces, are called “Dragon Ridge” due to their unusual shape. They are located near Guilin County and rise 300-1100 meters above the sea. This place takes on its most spectacular appearance in the spring, when the blue sky and sun are reflected in the water.
Photo: mybirdie.ca 3 Temples of Bagan, Myanmar
The ancient city of Bagan in the state of Myanmar today is an archaeological site with pagodas, temples and monasteries. The most famous and beautiful of them are Buddhist temple Damayanji and Ananda. Once I saw this old City, you will remember it forever.
Photo: hotels-myanmar.com 4 Monasteries of Meteora, Greece
The largest complex of monasteries in Greece is striking primarily for its location: it is located on the tops of cliffs reaching a height of 600 meters. The monasteries are a unique attraction, because they were built in 950-970, when there were no roads or equipment and all materials were raised to the rocks by hand.
Photo: lovethesepics.com Salt Flat of Uyuni, Bolivia
dry lake in the southern desert plain the Altiplano is the largest salt flat in the world. The mirror surface of Uyuni reflects the clouds, which creates an incredible sight!
Photo: hofmag.com 6 Hitachi National Park, Japan
In the park of the Japanese city of Hitatinaka you can admire the beauty of nature at any time of the year, because there are plants that bloom every season.
Photo: yokotatravel.com 7 Ad Deir and Al Khazneh, Jordan
The temples in the city of Petra in Jordan are unique attractions. Back in the 1st century AD. they were completely carved out of rocks.
Photo: owegoo.com 8 Machu Picchu, Peru
“The City Among the Clouds” is considered one of the most mysterious sights in the world, located on the top of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. It is believed that the city was created as a sacred mountain refuge by the Inca ruler Pachacutec. It was home to 1,200 people, all of whom mysteriously disappeared from the city in the middle of the 16th century.
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Cave in Algarve, Portugal
Situated on a beach in Portugal's Algarve region, this cave's perforated vault creates amazing view. Especially when the sun's rays pass through them.
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Lencois Maranhenses National Park in Brazil
National Park in the Brazilian state of Maranhao is famous for its sand dunes. It takes on a particularly enchanting appearance during the rainy season, when lagoons form between the dunes.
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Moraine Lake, Canada
Glacial Lake is located in Banff National Park at an altitude of 1885 meters. It is completely filled only from mid to late June, fed by the glacier. At this time, the rocky bottom of the lake creates an amazing reflection on the surface.
Photo: wallpaperfolder.com 12 Son Doong Cave, Vietnam
In the Vietnamese province of Quang Binh there is the largest cave in the world - Son Doong. It is assumed that its total volume is 38.5 million square meters. There is a river flowing in the cave, and there is also grass and trees.
Photo: thethaovanhoa.vn 13 Tulip fields, Netherlands
Flower fields in the Netherlands occupy vast areas, which is why they look so fabulous. The largest number of tulips bloom from early April to mid-May - it is at this time that you can see an incredible riot of colors!
Photo: kartunlucu.com 14 Mount Roraima, South America
Table Mountain Roraima is located at the junction of Brazil, Venezuela and Guyana. Its main feature is that a large cloud constantly hovers over the mountain.
Photo: feel-planet.com 15 Cave of Crystals, Mexico
At a depth of 300 meters under the city of Naica in Mexico there is a cave of crystals. The largest crystal found here reached a height of 11 meters and had a width of 4 meters. You can stay inside the cave for no longer than 20 minutes, since the temperature in it can rise to 60 degrees.
Photo: tourism-spot.com 16 Colored rocks of Zhangye Danxia, China
In the Chinese province of Gansu, the Zhangye Danxia National Geopark is located, the main attraction of which is the colored rocks. Formed by deposits of sandstone and other minerals, they reach a height of several hundred meters.
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Sea of Stars, Maldives
Thanks to the bioluminescence of millions of living organisms, the beaches on Maldivian island The Vaadu seem to be covered in stars. The spectacle is simply incredible!
Photo: thousandwonders.net 18 Antelope Canyon, USA
Located in northern Arizona, this canyon gets its name from its incredible coloration, reminiscent of the skin of an antelope. The sunlight breaking through the rocks adds special magic to this place.
Photo: planetden.com 19 Fingal's Cave, UK
The rock-cut cave is located on the Scottish island of Staffa. Its walls are vertical basalt columns up to 20 meters high. The entrance to the cave is too narrow for boats, so you can only get into it on foot along the edge above the water.
Photo: ml.southlive.in 20 Bamboo forest, Japan
The amazingly beautiful natural landmark Sagano Bamboo Forest is located near Kyoto. It is a picturesque alley of tall trees which look very impressive.
Photo: bonappetour.com 21 Spotted Lake, Canada
Spotted Lake near Osoyoos is also called Kliuk. Its water is rich in various minerals and has the highest concentration of magnesium sulfate in the world. Due to this, in the summer, during evaporation, spots of various shapes and colors form on the surface of the lake.
Photo: ppcorn.com 22 Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina
One of the most famous tourist sites in Argentina is the Perito Moreno glacier, located in national park Los Glaciares. It has an area of 250 square kilometers.
Photo: en.wikipedia.org 23 Iguazu Falls, South America
The complex of 270 waterfalls is located on the border of Brazil and Argentina and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. They are the most visited attraction South America, where up to 2 million visitors come annually.
Photo: tedytravel.com 24 Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland
The amazing landmark was formed as a result of an ancient volcanic eruption near Bushmills in Northern Ireland.
Photo: iexplore.com 25 Flathead Lake, USA
The largest lake in the United States is located west of the Mississippi River and is known for its incredibly clear water. Despite the fact that at first glance it seems shallow, in some places the depth of Flathead Lake reaches 113 meters.
Photo: tumblr.com 26 Pongur Falls, Vietnam
The waterfall in the vicinity of the city of Dalat reaches a height of 40 meters and is 100 meters wide. It is considered one of the main attractions of Vietnam - and no wonder, because its beauty is amazing!
Photo: reddit.com 27 Great Barrier Reef, Australia
The world's largest coral reef stretches 2.5 thousand kilometers along the northeastern coast of Australia. It is the largest in the world natural object formed from living organisms. Moreover, it can be seen from space.
Photo: alterra.cc Guijiang River, China
The river in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is one of the most picturesque in China. Transparent water and surrounding nature create a simply amazing atmosphere!
Photo: toonts.com 29 Devils Tower Monolith, USA
The natural monument Devils Tower is located in the state of Wyoming and is a monolith of volcanic origin 386 meters high. It is believed that its age is from 195 to 225 million years.
Photo: npca.org 30 Troll Tongue, Norway
A stone ledge on the Skjeggedal rock, near the Norwegian city of Odda, has a similar name due to its unusual shape: it looks like a large tongue. But in fact, this is a fallen piece of rock, frozen horizontally on its edge.
Photo: earthtrekkers.com Machu Picchu, recognized as one of the New Wonders of the World, is located in modern Peru, on the top of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. It is called the “city in the sky” or “city among the clouds”, sometimes called the “lost city of the Incas”. Some archaeologists believe that the city was created as a sacred mountain retreat by the great Inca ruler Pachacutec around 1440, and functioned until 1532, when the Spanish invaded the Inca Empire. In 1532, all its inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. 2. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the six most large mosques in the world. Named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, the founder and first president of the United Nations United Arab Emirates. Unlike many other Muslim temples, everyone is allowed into it, regardless of faith.
3. Taj Mahal, Agra, India
The Taj Mahal Mausoleum is one of the most recognizable landmarks not only in India but throughout the world. The structure was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth. The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, as well as a symbol of eternal love.
4. Mezquita, Cordoba, Spain
Walls decorated with intricate patterns, mosaic ornaments, hundreds of thin openwork columns - this is how the Cathedral Mosque of Cordoba appears today. Many centuries ago, there was an ancient Roman temple on this site, then it was replaced by a Visigothic church, and in 785 the Mezquita appeared. It became the second most important mosque on the planet, and the pilgrimage to Cordoba was even equated to the obligatory hajj to Mecca for every Muslim. But then the Catholics replaced the Moors, and Mezquita was turned into christian temple.
5. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Italy
The heart of the Vatican and the entire Catholic world, St. Peter's Basilica is one of the main attractions of Rome. Here you can view ancient Rome from a bird's eye view, admire the interior of the cathedral from the top of the dome, celebrate Mass and even receive the blessing of the pontiff.
6. Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Cambodian temple Angkor Wat is the largest religious building ever created, the history of which goes back almost 9 centuries. Even its name speaks about the monumentality of the temple complex, because Angkor Wat literally translates as Temple City. It covers an area of 200 hectares and is surrounded by a moat 190 meters wide. This colossal structure is dedicated to the god Vishnu, revered in this area.
7. Temple complex Bayon, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Bayon is one of the most amazing temples located on the territory of Angkor Thom and was its religious center. The “highlight” of Bayon are the towers with many faces carved from stone, silently looking from above over the vast territory of Angkor Thom, and during the heyday of the state, over the entire Khmer Empire. Initially, there were 54 towers, which symbolized the 54 provinces under the rule of the king. Today, only about 37 towers remain.
8. Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ on the Blood, St. Petersburg, Russia
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, better known as the Church of the Savior on Blood, became the only Russian attraction on Trip Advisor's list. The Savior on Spilled Blood attracts tourists from all over the world not only with the splendor of its domes and interiors, but also with its unusual history, which has given rise to many legends and speculations. Many of them are related to the fact that the temple was erected on the spot where on March 1, 1881, the Narodnaya Volya member I. Grinevitsky mortally wounded Alexander II, who was popularly called the Tsar Liberator for the abolition of serfdom.
9. Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Gettysburg National Military Park is not a park in the traditional sense. Here you will not find shady alleys and flowering flower beds. This is the site where an important battle took place in 1863 civil war in the United States.
10. Walls of the old city, Dubrovnik, Croatia
In 1979, UNESCO introduced Old city Dubrovnik is a World Heritage Site, including a significant part of the ancient city walls. They surround the city on all four sides and contain a venerable collection of historical monuments, including towers, fortresses, churches, monasteries, squares and streets, schools, museums and galleries. Built for defensive purposes, these stone walls have protected its citizens since the founding of Dubrovnik in the 6th century.
11. Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar 
Shwedagon Pagoda is the tallest spiritual building in Myanmar, or, as it is also called, the Land of Pagodas. The entire complex of the giant pagoda occupies more than five hectares of land, on which, in addition to the main structure, there are many smaller spiers and countless sculptures of mythical and real animals : golden griffins and elephants, dragons and lions. The Shwedagon Pagoda became what it is today in the 15th century, during the reign of Queen Shinsobu. It was then that the gigantic temple was finally given the shape of an inverted begging bowl and sheathed in gold from top to bottom.
12. Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, Washington, DC
The Lincoln Memorial is a majestic temple made in the ancient Greek style and somewhat reminiscent of the Parthenon. It is supported by 36 white marble columns, representing the number of states that belonged to the United States at the time of President Lincoln's death. In the center of the temple is a statue of the world's most respected American president sitting in a chair. Its height is 5.79 meters.
13. Ancient City of Petra, Petra/Wadi Musa, Jordan
In the heart of Jordan, in the Wadi Musa valley, deep in the sandy mountains is located amazing city antiquity of Peter. Petra was originally a temporary refuge for the nomadic Nabatean tribes. From several fortified rock caves, it gradually grew into a large fortified city. There is only one way to get to the city - through the narrow Siq gorge, which was once the bed of a mountain stream. Petra still belongs to the Bedouins, who warmly welcome guests to their land.
14. Section of the Great Wall of China Mutianyu, Beijing, China
On no other section of the Great Wall of China were restoration work carried out as well as on the Mutianyu section. This site, with 22 watchtowers that have retained their original appearance, is a real architectural masterpiece. The phrase Mutianyu from Chinese is translated as “a valley in which you can admire the views of the fields.” Among all the sections of the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu is the longest fully restored section open to tourists.
15. Ancient city of Ephesus, Selcuk, Türkiye
The largest and best preserved ancient city on the shores of the Aegean Sea and the second most important after Pompeii in the Mediterranean, ancient Ephesus- the most visited attraction in Turkey. Legends connect the appearance of the city with the name of Androcles, the son of the ruler of Athens, Codra, who, on the advice of an oracle, arrived in these places to found the temple of Artemis. The city got its name from the Amazon Ephesia, Androcles' lover.
16. Alhambra, Spain
Alhambra (Arabic Al Hamra - literally "Red Castle") is ancient palace and the fortress of the Moorish rulers of the province of Granada in southern Spain. The castle occupies the top of a rocky plateau on the southeastern border of Granada. The name Alhambra probably comes from the color of the sun-dried clay or bricks from which the castle walls are made. However, some historians suggest that the name came from the “red flame of torches” that illuminated the many years of construction of the castle, which went on around the clock.
17. Australian War Memorial, Canberra, Australia
The Australian War Memorial is the main memorial dedicated to the memory of soldiers killed during the First and Second World Wars. Today it is considered one of the most significant monuments of its kind in the world. The memorial is located near the Parliament building, from the balcony of which a 360-degree panorama of the monument opens.
18. Siena Cathedral, Siena, Italy
According to the chronicles, at the beginning of the 13th century, the inhabitants of the city-state of Siena, which acted as the main competitor and adversary of Florence, “called upon their leaders to build a temple more magnificent than that of their neighbors.” So, between 1215 and 1263, on the site of the old temple, the Duomo of Siena was founded according to the plan of the Gothic master Niccolò Pisano. Today this majestic temple is the main attraction of the city.
19. Milan Cathedral (Duomo), Milan, Italy
The most important place in Milan is the Cathedral of Santa Maria Nascente (Duomo), a pearl of Italian Gothic architecture, which was built from 1386 to the beginning of the 19th century. The third largest Catholic church on the planet can easily be considered one of the wonders of the world. Its hundred-meter spiers tower over the center of Milan, and the golden statue of the Madonna on the longest spire (four meters high) is visible from many areas of the city.
20. Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is one of the most famous long-term construction projects in the world: its construction began almost 150 years ago and continues to this day. Although Antonio Gaudi initially had nothing to do with the construction of this temple, a year after the start of work he headed this project. Gaudi built the temple for 30 years until he died. The reason for such a long construction period is that the Sagrada Familia is built solely on donations from parishioners.
21. Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California
If you look at a Google map, you can understand why the bridge (not golden, but red) is called a gate. The main local attraction seems to “let you in” Pacific Ocean into San Francisco Bay, connecting the city to Marin County. This grandiose building was built from 1933 to 1937. At the time of its opening, it was the largest suspension bridge in the world.
22. Christ the Redeemer Statue, Rio de Janeiro
The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is one of the most famous and popular monuments in the world. Every year, millions of tourists climb to its foot, from where a stunning panorama of the city and the bay opens up. picturesque mountain Sugar Loaf, the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, the huge bowl of the Maracana stadium.
23. Teotihuacan, San Juan Teotihuacan, Mexico
The name of the ancient settlement of Teotihucan is translated from the Aztec language as “the city where people become gods.” According to legend, after the Great Flood, the gods returned to Teotihuacan to re-create the world. Modern researchers believe that the area of this ancient settlement was 26-28 square kilometers, and the population was about 200 thousand people. This is one of the oldest and major cities Western Hemisphere, the exact age of which is still unknown.
24. Golden Temple - Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, India
Harmandir Sahib is one of the oldest and most revered temples in India and is the Mecca of the Sikhs. Its upper tiers are covered with gold, which is why it is also known as the “Golden Temple”. The road to the entrance to the temple goes along a narrow marble bridge over a pond, the water of which is considered healing. Pilgrims believe that it consists of the elixir of immortality and holy water. The road over the bridge symbolizes the path from the sinner to the righteous.
25. Sydney Opera theatre, Sydney, Australia
The Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. Its architect was the Dane Jorn Utzon. Having designed the original roofs, somewhat reminiscent of shells, he gave Sydney a magnificent gift - a symbol of the city. Today, every tourist planning to visit Australia must include an excursion to the majestic opera house in his travel itinerary.
The sights of the world are a huge number of popular and little-known ancient and modern, man-made and natural objects of history, culture, architecture, archeology, scattered across various centers of deceased and existing civilizations on planet Earth.
How to choose and see the most famous sights in the world? Here you need to be guided, first of all, by your own taste, knowledge of the history and culture of mankind. Here are just some of the sights that played a significant role in the history of their region and the whole world.
Sights of China
This is a symbol of China, which is included in the famous UNESCO list. People who love China and its history simply must visit this gigantic creation of human hands. This was built defensive structure under different dynasties and for many centuries. In addition to protection, in some areas the Wall was and is still used as a road.
Great Chinese Wall was built to protect against attacks by the Mongols and other barbarian tribes from the north even before our era. Its main part was built during the Qin Dynasty. It has a length of about 21 thousand km and is clearly visible from space. Even today, its fortifications are extremely difficult to overcome.
Forbidden City
This is the ancient part of Beijing, one of its main attractions. The official residence of the Chinese emperors was located here; his family, entourage and servants lived here. Everyone else could not enter this huge palace complex under pain of death. Today Forbidden City called simply Gugun or Former Palace.
The Forbidden City began to be built at the beginning of the 15th century, and was built in 15 years. A significant part of the rich interior decoration of his palaces has survived to this day. In 1924, the last Chinese emperor was deposed and the Forbidden City was opened to all Chinese and travelers. Today it is a state museum.
Summer Palace
The Chinese Emperor and his family vacationed in this palace in the summer. Summer Palace It was built relatively recently - in the 18th century, but in the middle of the next century it was burned to the ground by French and Russian troops who conquered Beijing. Empress Dowager Qix later restored this architectural masterpiece.
Like all Chinese attractions, the Summer Palace has its own gigantic specimens. For example, the Long Corridor (more than 700 meters), walking along which, based on paintings and sculptures, you can get an impression of the history, mythology, and literature of this amazing country.
This is another giant Chinese landmark. After the death of the first emperor of the Qin dynasty in the city of Siam, several thousand statues of his soldiers with real weapons in their hands, horses and chariots made of baked terracotta clay were buried near the tomb.
This amazing burial was discovered only in the seventies of the last century. It became another man-made miracle of the era of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, in addition to the Great Wall of China and the Grand Canal, testifying to the greatness of China and its ancient history.
Jade Buddha Temple
This attraction is business card second Chinese capital Shanghai. As you know, Confucianism and Buddhism predominate in China. This Shanghai temple is famous for its Buddha statue made from solid jade. Buddha sits with his eyes closed and meditates.
Interestingly, this is an active Buddhist temple; monks live next to it in the monastery. And at the same time it is a museum for which tickets are sold. And to look at the meditating jade Buddha, you still need to pay extra. But the monks never allow tourists to attend their meditations.
Actually, Mao is also the great Chinese emperor, only red. And after his death he was given imperial honors. In Beijing, in Tiananmen Square, anyone can visit Mao's Mausoleum. This is one of the famous attractions of China, telling about the history of this country in the 20th century.
As in a Pushkin fairy tale, Mao rests in a crystal coffin on the first floor of his Mausoleum, and on the second floor there is an exhibition dedicated to the history of the Chinese revolution and the Chinese Communist Party.
Sights of Egypt
Great Egyptian Pyramids at Giza
No less great and ancient history has Egypt. Three pyramids of times Ancient kingdom and today continue to amaze tourists from all over the world with their gigantic size. As you know, they can also be seen from space.
Three pharaohs who ruled Ancient Egypt back in the 3rd millennium BC were buried in these pyramids. If desired, tourists can go down inside the pyramid and see the Heavenly Boat, on which the pharaoh, after death, must travel across the sky, heading to his Egyptian gods.
Most of the tombs of ancient pharaohs have been plundered over the past centuries and millennia. And in Luxor, in the middle of the last century, in the Valley of the Kings, the entire tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, who ruled in the New Kingdom and died at a very young age, was found.
Since then, this tomb has become overgrown with many legends and falsifications. Just look at the famous “curse of Tutankhamun”, thanks to Hollywood, and the declaration of the Egyptologists who discovered it as fraudsters. However, today it is the most popular attraction in Egypt, adored by tourists.
Mount Moses
And this is the main attraction of Sinai. In accordance with the Old Testament, the Jews are convinced that the elder of their family, the prophet Moses, received the Tablets on this mountain in which God gave his commandments to humanity.
Today there is a belief that whoever climbs this mountain at sunrise and asks for mercy from God will receive remission of all sins from him. There you can also visit the monastery of St. Catherine, which has existed since Byzantine times.
Sights of Italy
The Colosseum is the most famous amphitheater Ancient Rome, well preserved to this day. He was saved even in the Middle Ages, when everything non-Christian was considered the product of Satan. Its construction began at the very beginning of the new era, after the death of Nero and the accession of Emperor Flavius to the throne.
For several centuries, the Colosseum served as a place for gladiators to fight among themselves and with wild animals. And today this is favorite place for tourists from all over the world. Roman city authorities benefit greatly from their love of the history of the Eternal City.
The main attraction of Pisa is its tower or bell tower, which has been believed to be falling for many centuries. It began to be built in the 12th century, and it immediately began to tilt. And the construction was completed a century later, when the tower had an inclination of about 2 degrees. She later tilted up to 5 degrees and was leveled several times.
Today the Leaning Tower of Pisa is the hallmark of its city. You can go inside and climb the stairs to the top floor. But under no circumstances should you touch the bells, take anything out of the tower, etc.
The Sistine Chapel
This famous temple located in Rome in the Vatican. It is in the Sistine Chapel that you can see Michelangelo’s fresco “The Last Judgment,” for which tourists and art lovers go there. There you can also see other unique, priceless frescoes and stained glass windows of the Renaissance.
This chapel was built in the 15th century, during the era of weakening dominion of the Church. But even today, six centuries later, it is an extremely important place for catholic church, because It is in the Sistine Chapel that the election of the Pope takes place.
Sights of Greece
This palace is located in Crete in the city of Heraklion. It was built during the time of the most ancient Greek civilization - the Minoans, about 2.5 thousand years BC. The capital of this civilization was the island of Crete, and the reigning dynasties lived in the Palace of Knossos.
This is a truly unique palace, included in all textbooks on the history and culture of human civilization. Here you can get acquainted with the famous frescoes of bullfighting and plunge into the ancient world of Europe, which existed long before antiquity and the Hellenes.
This fortress is located on the island of the same name and is famous for being the center of the famous knightly order of the Hospitallers, expelled from Palestine in the 13th century. It is less interesting to Russians, but causes incredible excitement among tourists from Western Europe interested in the crusades of the Early Middle Ages.
The fortress has unusually powerful walls and towers; a palace was built inside it, which today has become a museum of the history of this knightly order. One day is not enough to walk around the entire fortress and see all its sights. But everything you see will certainly leave a lasting impression.
Sights of Israel
Wall of Tears
Perhaps the most famous landmarks in the world in Jerusalem are the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The Western Wall is a surviving part of Judaism's Second Temple, which was destroyed by the Romans back in 70 AD. This is a sacred relic for all Jews, which they conquered from Muslims after many wars.
Today a representative of any religion or an atheist can come here. The Jews near the Wall pray, and the rest leave notes with wishes addressed to their gods. They say that this is the easiest way to reach heaven.
Sights of the United Arab Emirates
Perhaps this is the most luxurious mosque in the world, it is located in Abu Dhabi. The mosque is interesting because not only a Muslim can enter it, but also any other person who professes any religion and does not profess any. It is also very popular among tourists.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, like almost all self-respecting landmarks in the world, has something unique and gigantic: it has the largest chandeliers, the largest carpet and the largest dome in the world. It is not only a religious but also a popular tourist center in the UAE.
Al-Fahidi
This is the famous fort, inside of which the Dubai Fort is located. National Museum. The museum houses many historical and cultural artifacts from the entire federation of emirates. And in the dungeons of the fort you can find a huge amount of ultra-modern technology, with the help of which you can interactively study the history of the Emirates.
This is how antiquity and advanced modernity are combined in Al-Fahidi, which tourists always really like. Therefore, this fort is one of the most popular and interesting attractions in the country.
Sights of Kazakhstan
Khan Shatyr
This huge shopping and Entertainment Center- a symbol of the Kazakh capital Astana and one of the main attractions of the city. This ultra-modern complex was put into operation in 2010 and today is considered the largest tent in the world.
This interesting architectural structure looks like an ancient tent 150 meters high. Having entered Khan Shatyr, you can indulge in entertainment and shopping for the whole day, forgetting about the time of day. Buyers and tourists can enjoy cinemas, restaurants, a water park, swimming pools, gyms, etc.
Sights of Jordan
Before you is not just an amazing attraction, but a real wonder of the world: an ancient city built in the rocks, which was mentioned in the Old Testament. It was in Petra that Moses performed one of his miracles: he drew water from a stone. Actually, Petra in Greek means “stone.”
The city appeared here in the 3rd millennium BC, as the capital of the ancient Arab nomads. Petra later voluntarily joined the Roman Empire, and its rock-cut architecture began to resemble that of Ancient Rome. Truly an amazing and unique place.
Sights of Cambodia
The famous Bayon Temple is located in Siem Reap. According to legend, it was erected in the 12th century. Historians believe that in ancient times local priests and noble people settled around this temple. It is famous for its magnificent bas-reliefs and complex system galleries.
The Bayon Temple has about 200 bas-reliefs of identical faces, which, depending on the time of day and lighting, can look good, neutral or evil. Truly this is an amazing temple that invites its visitors to remember the Eastern philosophy of perception of life.
There are quite a large number of famous places on our planet that fascinate with their beauty. What are the most famous places peace? The list of these places will be discussed in detail below.
The first to be mentioned is the famous Eiffel Tower. It justifiably takes first place in the list of the most popular places in the world. The Eiffel Tower is an outstanding architectural part of Paris, one of the most famous symbols of the city. It is impossible to imagine Paris without this attraction.
Its height is 300 m. The Eiffel Tower has already attracted more than 200 million guests and is the most visited attraction in the world. It is the most frequently photographed subject in France. This structure is a subject of curiosity and admiration for millions of people.
To climb this beautiful structure, you can use the elevator or stairs. From the height of the tower you can see a wonderful panorama of Paris.
She is a symbol of China. The Great Wall of China is a great ancient Chinese military structure, a true miracle in the history of world architecture. She looks like a giant dragon. This landmark is more than 2000 years old. Some parts of it have disappeared, others remain in the form of ruins. Part of the wall has passed the test over the years; great dynasties ruled the country under it.
This famous structure remains the most fascinating historical monument peace. This is all due to the grandeur of the architecture and historical significance. The Great Wall of China is considered the greatest miracle that was achieved by the people of China. Every year more than 10 million travelers from all over the world come to see this attraction.
There are different ways to look at the Great Wall of China. Some people want to look at famous objects, enjoy the panorama, do beautiful photo, walk along the wall, take the cable car. Others want to study parts of the wall that have disappeared, unreconstructed or abandoned. But this route is not very safe.
The Great Wall of China is the greatest phenomenon in the field of engineering, one of the most famous monuments of human civilization. In 1987, this attraction was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the largest defensive structure.
Indian Taj Mahal
This is a very significant monument to India, which was erected in the name of love and devotion to a woman of extraordinary beauty. This famous landmark has no parallel in grandeur. The Taj Mahal is a reflection of the wealth of the era. This structure, made of white marble, was the last gift of the Mongol Emperor Shah Jahan to his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
The emperor was ordered to find the best craftsmen. The Taj Mahal is included in the list of the 7 most majestic monuments on the planet. It is decorated with gold and semi-precious stones. It is one of the favorite subjects for photography. The Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim culture in India. He was an inspiration for many poets and artists.
There is a beautiful garden around the Taj Mahal. The garden is considered the personification of heaven on Earth.
Famous Pyramids of Giza
This is an ancient tourist attraction. It is also considered a symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization.
The largest of the pyramids is the Great Pyramid. There are 2.3 million stone blocks in it. Great Pyramid considered the only surviving miracle Ancient World. In our time, this is the most massive building erected in the entire history of mankind 4500 years ago. The largest of the pyramids is considered to be Khufu. It contains 2.3 million stone blocks. The average weight is 2.5 tons, the maximum is 15 tons. They adjoin each other so tightly that no mortar was used during construction.
This pyramid took about 20 years to build. Based on this, a new block was installed every 5 minutes. The Great Sphinx has the body of a lion and the head of a man. It is considered the largest monolithic statue in the world. Its length is 73.5 m, width - 6 m, height of the statue - 20.2 m.
The Sphinx is the most interesting monument Ancient Egypt. The reason for the construction of such a large sculpture is unknown. There is a version that the Sphinx protected 2 great pyramids (Cheops and Khafre).
The pyramids are the most recognizable symbols of Egypt, as well as the center of the country's tourism. Every day from 6 to 10 thousand travelers come to see these attractions.
Roman Coliseum
It is the legendary amphitheater of Rome. In the Colosseum, people doomed to death fought and died in order to entertain the free citizens of Rome. 80 inputs and outputs were read in the structure. The capacity of the Colosseum is about 50,000 spectators. Modern sports buildings don't even have that much capacity. This testifies to its greatness 2000 years after its construction. This is a famous and at the same time mournful monument to the Roman power of the emperors and its cruelty. Inside, behind close-knit rows of arches and columns, the Romans for centuries coolly watched the murder of tens of thousands of condemned criminals, captured warriors, slaves, animals. Almost 2000 years later, it still attracts great interest from visitors.
After the reconstruction carried out 5 years ago, the underground tunnels in which in ancient times the chained gladiators waited to enter the arena were opened for viewing for the first time.