Updating the Seven Wonders of the World for modern times

Although we might not be able to name them, most of us are familiar with the 7 Wonders of the World. This refers to the ancient wonders and was done in an ancient time. Recently, there was an internet site that had a vote to determine the New 7 Wonders of the World. This group was made up of items from 4000 years old to 34 years old. The final 7 are presented here, in no particular order.

Machu Picchu

He had picked up a 10 year old boy as a scout and guide. “A magnificent flight of stone agricultural terraces, rising 1,000 feet up the mountainside. I climbed a marvelous stairway of granite blocks, walked along a pampa where the Indians had a small vegetable garden, and came to a clearing in which were two of the finest structures I had ever seen. Not only were there blocks of beautifully grained white granite, the ashlars [squared blocks] were of Cyclopean size, some 10 feet in length and higher than a man. I was spellbound.”

This was written by Hiram Bingham as he re-discovered Machu Picchu. This was a city on the clouds, halfway up the Andean plateau and deep in the Amazon jungle that was revealed to the west in 1911. This wondrous city is still being studied and no one is certain just why it was built. I have heard a couple of theories; it was a religious site or it was a place of rest and relaxation for the king, maybe like a Club Med.

Should you ever have the opportunity to visit Mexico around Cancun you’ll be able to visit a place called Chichen Itza. Here you’ll find a Mayan city that is set to impress. Among the more impressive buildings is The Pyramid of Kukulkan. Chances are you’ve seen pictures and would recognize it. It stands 79 feet tall and was used by the ancient peoples as an astronomical building, they knew a lot about the stars and the skies.

The Taj Mahal

From Central America you’d have to travel halfway around the world to India. In the city of Agra is found a jewel of Muslin art, the Taj Mahal. Muslim mogul emperor Shah Jahan built this lovely building as a mausoleum for his dear departed wife. This was done around 1630ad and it is absolutely beautiful. The emperor was, as the story goes, later imprisoned and could only see the gift to his wife through a small window. Upon his death, the Shah was buried nest to his wife.

The building fell into disrepair in the 19th century. India tried to keep it repaired but were concerned about German and Japanese bombers during the war. Fortunately for India, nothing horrible

Feel At Home, Book Hotel Cusco

Cuzco is a large department located in the south of Peru. Majority tourist prefer visiting this place because Cuzco is home of the majestic Machu Picchu’s citadel, one of the seven wonders according to the UNESCO. The ideal months to visit Machu Picchu are from June to October because the weather is mild during this time of the year. Before, book a room in Hotel Cusco, take in consideration that Cuzco has a high demand of tourist almost all the year.





Besides historical and touristic places, Cuzco City is full of commerce and prestigious discos to have a good time. Here, you will find the best cotton clothes and fine jewelry. Restaurants with typical and international food are very common in Cuzco, visit these restaurants and eat Cuzco’s dishes as first measure, food is delicious. Hotel Cusco can recommend you some restaurants for visiting. Many people in Cuzco speak Quechua in addition to Spanish. Quechua was the native language in the Inca Empire until the arrival of the Spaniards.





There are a wide variety of tours to explore Machu Picchu, choose the most appropriate according to your economic possibilities. Let’s return to Peru’s capital, Lima. Downtown is an ideal place to begin your exploration. Lima was founded on January 18, 1535, is a modern capital which, while constantly expanding, has also managed to preserve the style of its Historic Center. You should carry a camera; this part of Lima deserves several pictures. Choose Hotel Cusco for a pleasant stay.





Traditional districts such as Miraflores, Barranco or Surco also receive many visitors, especially Miraflores, probably the most traditional neighborhood in Lima. Here, you will find Inca’s markets with typical Peruvian products and modern shopping malls too. Save your money for buying souvenirs.