10 Famous Historic Sites Around The World

There are so many breathtaking and incredible historical sites built by ancient civilizations around the world. A historic site is an official location where pieces of political, military, cultural, or social history have been preserved due to their cultural heritage value.Historic sites are usually protected by law, and many have been recognized with the official national historic site status and in simple language we can say that a place which tells us about our country’s past.

There are many historical places in the world but top 10 Heritage sites are the best and famous.

Machu Picchu

Located in southern Peru, this ruined city lies on top of a mountain that’s only accessible by train or a four-day trek. Machu Picchu was built as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472). Often mistakenly referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas" (a title more accurately applied to Vilcabamba), it is the most familiar icon of Inca civilization. It is tangible evidence of the urban Inca Empire at the peak of its power and achievement This location was made a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983, and it was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.

Tikal

Tikal is an ancient Mayan citadel in the rain forests of northern Guatemala. Possibly dating to the 1st century A.D., Tikal flourished between 200 and 850 A.D. and was later abandoned. Its iconic ruins of temples and palaces include the giant, ceremonial Lost World Pyramid and the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. At 70 meters, Temple IV is the tallest pre-Columbian structure in the Americas and offers sweeping views. It has an are of 576 km2

The Pyramids at Giza

The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex bordering what is now El Giza, Egypt. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact. It is situated in Al Haram, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt. There are 3 Pyramid each has a height of 139m. it was built by Hemiunu. It has Ancient Egyptian architecture.

Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world, with the site measuring 162.6 hectares. Situated in Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Built by Suryavarman II. It is the world’s largest hindu temple.

Petra

Petra is situated in Jordan. Petra was made famous by the third Indiana Jones film when he went to find the Holy Grail. The site was “discovered” in 1812 by a Swiss explorer who followed some local tribesmen there; prior to that, it had been forgotten to the Western world. In 1985, Petra became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was recently named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It has an area of 264 Km2

Stonehenge

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, 2 miles west of Amesbury and 8 miles north of Salisbury. It is situated in Amesbury, Salisbury SP4 7DE, UK. It was built in 3100 BC. Stonehenge`s ring of standing stones are set within earthworks in the middle of the most dense complex of Neolithicand Bronze Age monuments in England, including several hundred burial mounds.

The Colosseum and Forum

It is also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre. It is an oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city ofRome, Italy. Built of concrete and sand, Construction began under the emperor Vespasian in AD 72. It has the capacity to hold 50000 – 60000 spectators. The building ceased to be used for entertainment in the early medieval era. It was later reused for such purposes as housing, workshops, quarters for a religious order, a fortress, a quarry, and a Christian shrine.

The Parthenon

The Parthenon is a former temple, on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patron. Construction began in 447 BC when the Athenian Empire was at the peak of its power. Situated in Athens 105 58, Greece. It’s height is 14m. it has Doric order, Classical architecture.

Easter Island

Easter Island, a Chilean territory, is a remote volcanic island in Polynesia. Its native name is Rapa Nui. It’s famed for archaeological sites, including nearly 900 monumental statues called moai, created by inhabitants during the 13th–16th centuries. The moai are carved human figures with oversize heads, often resting on massive stone pedestals called ahus. Ahu Tongariki has the largest group of upright moai. It has an are of 163.6 Km2  It’s capital is  Hanga Roa.

Taj Mahal

Built in the 1600s, this building in Agra, India, is a testament to undying love. This white marble tomb built for Emperor Shah Jahan’s deceased wife is a must-see for everyone. In 1983, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage site, and also has been named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is situated in Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It’s height is 73. It has mughal architecture style. It’s architects are Ustad Ahmad Lahouri, Ustad Isa