If we have to make a list of places to see, we should definitely write down the most important and significant world monuments. Those places that you have to see at least once in your life and that are scattered all over the world. Undoubtedly many of the most important monuments are in Europe, due to the antiquity of its civilizations, but there are many other places to discover.
We will see a small list of those monuments of the world that everyone should see. Surely we will leave many of them in the pipeline, but it is essential to be very clear that all those that are are really important and interesting, and that they are in very tourist destinations to which you must travel.
Statue of Liberty
This is one of the most famous landmarks of New York, 'Liberty Enlightening the World'. This statue was a gift from the French to the American people and is located on Liberty Island near Manhattan and Ellis Island. It commemorates one hundred years of the Declaration of Independence of the United States and was inaugurated in 1886. This statue represents freedom and independence, being the first image of the United States that immigrants had when they arrived by sea.
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is a funerary monument of great beauty built out of love. It is located in the Indian city of Agra and was built in the XNUMXth century. The one who devised this mausoleum for his wife was the Muslim emperor Shah Jahan. His wife died giving birth to their fourteenth child, after which the emperor decided to create the Taj Mahal in his honor. In its architecture you can see elements of Persian, Indian or Muslim art. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful monuments in the world.
Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza
A few kilometers from Cairo, on the Giza plateau, are the most amazing funerary monuments of humanity. We refer to the Giza Necropolis, formed by the pyramids, other small funerary temples called mastabas and the well-known Sphinx. The pyramids of Cheops, Khafre and Menkaure are monuments that must be seen at least once in your life. It is even possible to enter inside them and see what they hide.
Torre Eiffel
In the heart of Paris rises the Eiffel Tower, a monument that had its controversy. It was built by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel for the Universal Exhibition of 1889. It was supposed to be dismantled after the exhibition, but it was later used by the army as a radio antenna. Today it is the most famous monument in Paris and a symbol. Despite the fact that the artists of the time saw it as a true iron monster.
Machu Picchu
At Lóleo Eventos, eastern cordillera of Peru is this town that dates from before the XV century. At present there is still some controversy about the true purpose of this construction. Apparently it could be a palatial resting place, but also an area of worship and there are those who establish that it may have military purposes. Be that as it may, this town is a work of art of engineering and architecture.
Big Ben
In the heart of London, near the London Eye and next to the Thames, forming part of the Palace of Westminster, is Big Ben. The symbol of London and the world's largest four-sided clock. It began operating in 1859. However, the tower can only be visited by UK residents on request. We advise you to see it at dusk, when the dials, the clock and Westminster are illuminated.
Coliseum
The Colisseum, also known as Flavian Amphitheater It dates from the time of the Roman Empire and is located in the center of Rome. An entire architectural work that is a World Heritage Site. A place that had a capacity of 65.000 people. Spectators who came to the amphitheater to enjoy gladiator fights and other entertainment of the time. You can visit the inside and see the part that was under the sand. It is in fairly good condition even though its structure has been damaged by earthquakes.
Acropolis
La Acropolis was the upper city. An ancient Greek city located in the city of Athens. It can be visited and has many interesting buildings. It is accessed through the door called Propylaea. The Parthenon is the most important monument, with its Doric columns. In ancient times it contained painted figures on the frieze, which is now in the British Museum. On the Acropolis you can also visit the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion.
Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is a work that is built and rebuilt for defensive purposes from the XNUMXth century BC. C. to the XNUMXth century. It is more than 20.000 kilometers long and some of its points are currently under restoration. Although there was an urban legend that it was visible from space, NASA has already confirmed that this is not true.