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Seven wonders of the world must know

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   Seven Wonders of the World In 2000 a Swiss foundation launched a campaign to determine the New Seven Wonders of the World. Given that the original  Seven Wonders  list was compiled in the 2nd century BCE—and that only one entrant is still standing (the  Pyramids of Giza )—it seemed time for an update. And people around the world apparently agreed, as more than 100 million votes were cast on the Internet or by text messaging. The final results, which were announced in 2007, were met with cheers as well as some jeers—a number of prominent contenders, such as  Athens ’s  Acropolis , failed to make the cut. Do you agree with the new list? Great Wall of China Great Wall of China Great Wall of China, near Beijing Great might be an understatement. One of the world’s largest building-construction projects, the  Great Wall of China  is widely thought to be about 5,500 miles (8,850 km) long; a disputed Chinese study, however, claims the length is 13,170 miles (21,200 km). Work began in the 7t

Bali the most beautiful place to visit indonesia

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      16 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Bali Written by  Karen Hastings Mar 10, 2020 We may earn a commission from affiliate  links ( ) Bali is one of the most evocative and popular tourist islands of the entire Indonesian archipelago. A visit here sparks the senses. The intoxicating fragrance of incense and clove oil hangs in the thick tropical air. Peanuts sizzle at roadside stalls, petal-strewn offerings smolder on busy sidewalks, and traditional gamelan music jangles against the buzz of mopeds. Despite the clamor and chaos of the main tourist areas, the island is rich in natural beauty, with attractions for every kind of traveler. Surfers come for the legendary swells, hikers can trek up jungly volcanic peaks to misty waterfalls, and cyclists can bike through lush landscapes bristling with rice terraces and traditional villages. The island's  rich arts scene  is another top draw, and if relaxation is your top priority, the shopping in Bali and spa treatments are fabulous — an