The world enjoys unique, indescribable, and impressive places that have become icons, emblems of civilizations, towns, or cities.
So. here is a list of the top ten of most dazzling monuments you should know about and visit.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
The fairytale-like castle is built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19th-century above the village of Hohenschwangau near Füssen, Germany.
Rumors highlighted that the castle was an inspiration for a few Disney princess castles. The site is one of the most visited attractions in the world, especially during the summer.
Burj Khalifa, Dubai (UAE)
Burj Khalifa is the tallest building and free-standing structure in the world, measuring more than 2,716 feet high. Visitors from all over the world come to see this visionary structure and witness every single colorful detail.
The Alhambra Andalusia, Spain
The Alhambra Andalusia is the most visited monument in Spain, where three million tourists spend their vacation every year. The Alhambra is a group of palaces and gardens that leave all its visitors without air.
Taj Mahal, India
Muslim emperor Shah Jahan built Taj Mahal Agra for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, in the period between 1631 and 1654. Around 2.5 million people annually visit this shrine.
Statue of Liberty, USA
The Statue of Liberty is the most representative symbol of this word as it welcomes travelers to a promised place “the land of the free“. Four million people visit Liberty Island a year.
Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
Egypt has the most wonderful example of a great civilization and one of the seven wonders of the world; the amazing pyramids of Giza. The monument is constructed approximately in the year 2700 BC. Nearly three million people travel to Egypt to know the greatness of these pyramids.
Notre Dame Paris, France
Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris is a symbol of Gothic art and the Catholic Church. Art and culture lost a big part of history in the fire of April 15, 2019. Even so, Our Lady of Paris stands tall and consolidates as the most visited monument in the world. Some 12 million people visit this cathedral more than 850 years old.
Great Wall, China
The great building is more than 21,000 kilometers that go from the border with Korea to the desert of Gobi. Its construction began in China in the year 231 BC. During the year, nine million people visit the Great Wall of China.
Opera House Sydney, Australia
The Opera House is a symbol of the city of Sydney and one of the most famous and recognized buildings of the twentieth century. It was opened in 1973 and is the headquarters of the Sydney Theater Company, the Theater Company of Australia, and the Symphony Orchestra of Sydney. Around 7.4 million tourists visit Opera House Sydney every year.
Colosseum Rome, Italy
Colosseum Rome is one of the most important symbols of the greatest empire of all time. Built in the first century, the amphitheater had a capacity of 80,000 spectators. The beautiful monument receives about five million visitors a year.
