The 7 Wonders of Asia

Asia, the largest continent in the world is also a popular tourist spot. The continent houses more than 4,000 million people. You have the Arctic Ocean towards North, Pacific Ocean on the East and Indian Ocean in the South. It has been support to many countries like India, China, Persia and many more.Not only this, but it is also culturally diverse. People living here believe in Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism and Islam.

Asia is highly diversified, rich in its natural resources, full of mysteries about its past and much more. It also has some of the most beautiful monuments in the world. So let’s talk about the 7 wonders that are situated in Asia.

1 TajMahal

World’s number one wonder is situated in India. It is located in the city of Agra on the banks of River Yamuna. TajMahal symbolizes romance and love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in remembrance of his wife Mumtaz. He made this majestic structure in memory of his wife, who dies while giving birth to their 14^th child. It is a white marble beauty with stunning gardens, a mosque and a rest house. People from all around the world come to see the power of love through this monument.

2 Mount Everest

The highest point on Earth is nothing but a gift from Mother Nature. This magnificent mountain is about 8.848 meters above sea level. It lies between the borders of Sagarmatha zone, China, Tibet and Nepal. Climber from all over the world comes to conquer this mountain. Regardless of all the dangers associated with climbing this mountain, people from all over the world still come to see its beauty.

3 Angkor Wat

It is a huge complex which houses some stunning ancient temples. It is considered as one of the most important archeological sites in South East Asia. Angkor Wat is devoted to Lord Vishnu. He is the creator and the destroyer of the whole universe.

4 Hagia Sophia

Located in Turkey, this place has survived through many difficulties. It has survived earthquakes, fires and more. It is said to be one of the most stunning human creations. It is place of worship, history and beautiful art.

5 Perta

Petra is located on the mountain desert of the WadiAraba in Jordan. Perta house more than 800 different monuments. This includes tombs, funeral corridors, temples, baths, buildings, adjacent streets and arched income. The best time to visit Perta’s monuments is either early morning or the late in the evening when the sun gets along with the multicolored stones.

6 Golden Temple

This is a holy place in the city of Amritsar in Punjab. It is a spiritual place of sikh religion. Golden Temple was founded by Guru Ram Das, who was the fourth Guru of Sikhs. It is a beautiful site with its roof made out of pure gold.

7 The Great Wall of China

It is a sequence of earthen emplacements and stone that was made on the Northern borders of China to protect the Chinese Empire. Many tourist come here to climb the wall but as some points of the wall are steep, they often get tired.

Well Asia is a beautiful place with many more things to do and see. Do plan a trip to this amazing continent and visit its wonders.