Top 10 historic places in the world

1.The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt – ancient, tomb, Pharaoh, queen, Giza

The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, which are ancient Egyptian tombs built for the Pharaohs and their queens.

2.The Great Wall of China – fortification, protection, Chinese Empire, invader

The Great Wall of China, which is a series of fortifications built to protect the Chinese Empire from invaders.

3.The Taj Mahal in India – mausoleum, Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, Mumtaz Mahal

The Taj Mahal in India, which is a mausoleum built for the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

4.The Parthenon in Greece – temple, goddess Athena

The Parthenon in Greece, which is a temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena.

5.The Roman Colosseum – amphitheater, gladiator, Rome, Italy

The Roman Colosseum, which is an amphitheater in Rome, Italy, where gladiator contests and other public events were held.

6.The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France – iron tower, 1889 World’s Fair, Paris

The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, which is an iconic iron tower built for the 1889 World’s Fair.

7.The Great Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia – largest mosque, pilgrimage, Muslims

The Great Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, which is the largest mosque in the world and a major pilgrimage site for Muslims.

8.The Stonehenge in England – prehistoric monument, standing stones

The Stonehenge in England, which is a prehistoric monument consisting of a circle of standing stones.

9.The Angkor Wat in Cambodia – temple complex, Khmer Empire

The Angkor Wat in Cambodia, which is a temple complex built in the 12th century by the Khmer Empire.

10.The Sydney Opera House in Australia – performing arts center, sail-like roofs, Sydney

The Sydney Opera House in Australia, which is a performing arts center known for its distinctive sail-like roofs.

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