Man-made landmarks are often coined “wonders” because of the undeniably beautiful creations man can accomplish if he really puts his heart into it. Man-made landmarks have created a stir for every traveller, adventurer and local visitors alike. There are a lot of lists to highlight the wonders of the world mostly counted up to the number seven because of the luck that is believed it could bring. Indeed, lucky is the nation which have in its possession man-made landmarks/wonders because the tourism it brings would surely generate additional income to their economies. Plus, tourist traffic all year round does not just mean income, but prestige and world recognition as well. Most governments have corresponding programs to maintain their precious natural wonders for more tourist visits. Therefore, visitors who have been to these “wonders” does not just enjoy themselves, but actually helps in keeping man-made landmarks a legacy to the whole world as well. ***

a. Pyramids of Egypt

The grandeur of the Pyramids of Egypt cannot be disputed being the largest structures ever built in ancient history. Given the number of tourists that choose to include it in their tours, it is to this day a very awesome attraction. Every tour operator in Egypt offers standard tours between five days to fourteen days for the Pyramids of Egypt depending on the visitors’ preference, of course. The tour consist of visitors making their way up and down the Nile River, visiting designated pyramids as well as to other tombs, temples and museums which will surely enrich everyone’s cultural experiences. This tour is a type taken mostly by first-timers who visits Egypt. Whether a short or a long tour, it both includes most of the important antiquity sites, Giza Plateau being one of them. Nevertheless, all pyramids have that sense of aura every first-time tourist is surely eager to experience.***

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b. Eifel Tower, France

This edifice has long been favoured by romantic and married couples alike. The magnificent view it gives when one is up in the tower is plain breathtaking. A lot of husbands have proposed to their brides-to-be while visiting there. Apparently, all travellers would be drawn to the now world-famous tower that was built in Champ De Mars, beside the Siene River in the romantic city of Paris. It was actually named for Engineer Gustave Eiffel, its designer which along with workers, completed it on 1889 giving Paris the tallest building at that time. In the year 2002, the tower succeeded in accepting its 200,000,000th guest and to this day, thousands of tourists always include the Eiffel Tower in their personal itinerary whenever they are visiting Paris.***

c. Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu was first rediscovered by an American Historian, Hiram Bingham and brought it to the world’s attention in 1911. Since then, a lot of curious tourists has been visiting the sites which eventually made it into a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. This enigmatic site has just been included in the recently voted New Seven Wonders of the World. Hence, any Peruvian tour would certainly include a trip to the ruins of Machu Picchu. Travellers have the option to make it on their own but “the more extensive Machu Picchu tours can include a stop in the Amazon Rainforest, trips to other ruins, and visits to cities and towns found in and around the Sacred Valley” which will definitely more fun, right? Exploring Incas’ way of living and knowing the civilization they left behind will be a sure delight to all tourists.***



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