10 wonders of the ancient world - You will be so surprised to see this! (+Photos)

Wonders of the ancient world - The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is the first known list of the most remarkable creations of classical antiquity, and was based on guide-books popular among Hellenic sight-seers and only includes works located around the Mediterranean rim. More.. Top 10 most beautiful brunettes in the world (With Pictures) Top 10 horrific children killers in history of the world – You'll be shocked to see their evil deeds! (With Pics) 10 best iPhone Apps for students – They will really help you! 10 Hollywood celebrities who stink – This list will shock you! (With Photos) The number seven was chosen because the Greeks believed it to be the representation of perfection and plenty because it was the number of the five planets known anciently plus the sun and moon. Many similar lists have been made. Here we present the list of top 10 wonders of the ancient world which are the masterpiece of the skill and hard-work of the people of that era. Today we become astonished to see these wonders that in so remote ages without any modern technology and machine how so great construction were made. Top 10 Wonders of the Ancient World 10. Machu Picchu Machu Picchu is the pre Columbian, Inca empire site that is located almost 8,000 feet above the sea level. The site is located on a mountain ridge above the valley of Urubamba in Peru. The city is also called the “lost city of Incas”. Machu Picchu was built around 1450, at the height of the Inca Empire. It was abandoned just over 100 years later, in 1572, as a belated result of the Spanish Conquest. Navigate using arrows below 9. Chichen Itza Chichen was founded by the Maya civilization in 400 AD and it is located in the north central, north of Yucatan Peninsula now called Mexico. Chichen has a history that is 1500 years old and is located 75 miles from Merida. It is said to have been the main regional point for different ceremonies. Also See: Top 10 most colourful cities in the world – See which is #1 (With Pictures) . During the earlier days & time, it was governed by priests. Chichen means “At the mouth of the well of Itza”. The word Chi stands for ‘mouth’, Chen for ‘well’ and Itza for ‘the Itza tribe’. The main belief is that people were thrown from the top as a sacrifice to make their god happy and the ones who could survive were the ones who were believed to be seers. 8. Colosseum SEE ALSO: 10 wonders of the United Kingdom (+Photos)

The Colosseum, or the Coliseum, originally the Flavian Amphitheatre is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. This is one of the greatest architecture ever built in the history of Rome. The Colosseum was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre and is the largest amphitheater to have ever been built in the Roman Empire. It is a circular structure that occupies a site east of the Roman Forum. This Amphitheater was built to organize gladiator contests, dramas and games like hunting animals, constructing mock sea battle and the public could also view it in the open, and cheer their favorites. 7. Angkor Wat Angkor Wat is the largest Hindu temple complex and the largest religious monument in the world. Built from 802 to 1220 AD by the Khmer civilization, the temples at Angkor represent one of the most enduring and astonishing architectural achievements of humankind. The more than 100 stone structures that we see today are the surviving remnants of a grand administrative, religious, and social metropolis. The other buildings (public buildings, palaces, homes, etc.) were actually built from wood and do not exist anymore. Also See: 10 weird military vehicles of World War II (With Pictures) 6. Alhambra Alhambra, Calat Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It was originally constructed as a fortress in 889, and was converted into a royal palace in 1333 by Yusuf I, Sultan of Granada. The Alhambra in Spain is called the red fortress and it is located in Granada, Spain. This place is a fort that is very complex in its structure. It was built by the Moorish who was a ruler in Southern Spain. The Fortress was made on a hilly terrain on the south – east of the city. Today, the Alhambra is one of the main tourist attractions of the country. Quite a few years ago, it was known to be a residential place of the Muslim rulers. It has some very intrinsic and beautiful Islamic architecture. During the 16th century, it had many interventions and all that can even be seen today. Also See: 10 best iPhone Apps for students – They will really help you! 5. Neuschwanstein Castle SEE ALSO: Top 10 inspiring wonders of America (With Pictures)

Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century Romanesque Revival palace on a rugged hill above the village of Hohenschwangau near Füssen in southwest Bavaria, Germany. The palace was intended as a personal refuge for the reclusive king, but it was opened to the paying public immediately after his death in 1886. Since then over 60 million people have visited Neuschwanstein Castle. More than 1.3 million people visit annually, with up to 6,000 per day in the summer. The palace has appeared prominently in several movies and was the inspiration for Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and later, similar structures. 4. Golden Pavilion Temple in Kyoto The Golden Temple is a building with three stories. The upper two stories are covered with a pure gold sheet, also called Kinkaku-ji in Japanese, was built in 1397 and it is located in Kyoto, Japan. It was initially made to serve as a villa for retirement for Shogun Ashikaga. It was quite later that his son converted the building into a Zen temple. The Golden Pavilion was burned twice and was reconstructed after five years. The main purpose of the pavilion is to work as shariden, storing the remains of the Buddha’s ashes. Also See: Top 10 best cult movies ever made (With Pics) 3. Kiyomizu-dera SEE ALSO: Top 10 wonders of the world (With Pictures)

Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto. The temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site. Kiyomizu-dera was founded in the early Heian period. The temple was founded in 798, and its present buildings were constructed in 1633. There is not a single nail used in the entire structure. It takes its name from the waterfall within the complex, which runs off the nearby hills. Kiyomizu means clear water, or pure water. Also See: Top 10 horrific children killers in history of the world – You will be shocked to see their evil deeds! (With Pictures) 2. Golden Temple of Amritsar The entire top of the temple is made of pure gold and thus adds a lot of pride and beauty to the entire temple. The Golden Temple in India, which is often called the “Darbar Sahib or Harmandar Sahib” by the Indians, is one of the oldest places of worship for the ‘Sikhs’ and is located in Amritsar, Punjab. It is considered one of the holiest, blessed and sacrosanct places in India. It is a symbol of both beauty and peace. The temple is surrounded by a small man-made lake which has tons and tones of fishes in it. This lake is supposed to have holy water. The temple can be entered from four different sides and thus symbolizes openness, acceptance. This concept is based on the old tents which were open from all four sides, welcoming travelers from all directions. Also See: 10 reality TV shows that are completely fake (+Photos) 1. Tower of Pisa Also See: Top 10 most romantic nationalities in the world – You need to see which nationality is #1 (+Photos)

This tower is constructed first in Pisa a city of Italy in August 14, 1173.It is know due to its inclinations towards right side. Till now it is stable and nothing happened to it instead of its tilt. -WonderList CLICK HERE to join our BBM Channel for faster updates TOP POSTS YESTERDAY 10 reality TV shows that are completely fake (+Photos) Top 10 most friendliest dog breeds in history of the world (With Pictures) 10 deadliest wars in human history (With Pictures) Frustrated Obama’s half brother in Kenya leaks revealing letter from the president [Read] The long list of male and female celebs Rihanna has slept with (With Pictures) Top 10 male body parts women absolutely love – Guys, you need to know this! 15 scary and helpful facts about pubic hair – Make sure you see this! 10 spectacular hotels with runway views – #1 & 4 will definitely blow your mind! (With Pictures) 10 similarities between Nigerian ladies and policemen – Lol! This will leave you in stitches! 5 genuine ways to know you are not her main boyfriend – Guys, you should see this! 10 wonders of the ancient world – You will be so surprised to see this! (+Photos)