Enjoy a mind-blowing journey through Lost City of the Incas – Machu Picchu – as you explore Peru's most important archaeological site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
What countries are the 7 Wonders of the World in?
The list of the seven (actually, eight) wonders of the world includes the following marvels:
- The Great Pyramid of Giza – Egypt (Given honorary status)
- The Great Wall of China – China.
- Petra – Jordan.
- Christ the Redeemer – Brazil.
- Machu Picchu – Peru.
- Chichen Itza – Mexico.
- Colosseum – Italy.
- Taj Mahal – India.
Why is the Machu Picchu one of the 7 Wonders of the World?
Machu Picchu is one of the world's greatest treasures, a remarkably well-preserved 15th century Inca citadel with special sacred significance. Nestled high in the Andes Mountains above the Peruvian Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu is a rare citadel that dates all the way back to the 15th century.
Is Peru one of the 7 Wonders?
Were all the 7 Wonders of the World real?
Only the Pyramids at Giza (built in the mid-third millennium B.C.) remains intact today. Although five of the others have disappeared, or are in ruins, enough documentary and archaeological evidence is available to confirm that they once stood proud, and are not the product of hearsay or legend.
Why is Peru so special?
Because it has so many different ecosystems, Peru is home to a wider variety of plants and animals than most other countries on Earth. For many reasons, Peruvians have not had as much of an impact on their natural world as many other countries, and much of these ecosystems have been undisturbed.
Why is Peru so famous?
Uncover the reasons behind Peru's fame, from its rich cultural heritage and the Inca Empire to the world-renowned Machu Picchu, delectable Peruvian cuisine, and awe-inspiring natural beauty.