A temple complex in Angkor, Cambodia, the world's largest religious monument.
It was built by King Sarvarman II at the beginning of the 12th century to be the official temple of the state and its capital.
Angkor Wat is the only temple in the region that has been a center of religious significance since its foundation thanks to its special care. It was a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu and became a Buddhist temple.
Angkor Wat is an original example of the architecture of wine, and has become a symbol of Cambodia, which shows its national flag as well as being the main attraction for visitors in the country.
Taj Mahal, India
Taj Mahal is a magnificent mausoleum built in the style of white marble architecture. It was built by King Shah Jahan of the Mongol Empire (1630 - 1648) to incorporate the remains of his exalted wife, who is depicted in her love to commemorate her.
It is one of the most beautiful models of Islamic architecture, widely known as "the jewel of Islamic art in India and one of the world's timeless masterpieces".
Petra World Heritage Site, Jordan
Petra or Petra is an ancient and historic city located in Ma'an Governorate in the south of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Known for its stone-carved architecture and ancient water-drag system, it was once called the "pink city" in proportion to the colors of its twisted rocks.
The location of Petra remained undiscovered throughout the Ottoman period until it was rediscovered by the Swiss orientalist Johann Ludwig Berckhart in 1812.
Petra was listed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO in 1985.
It was also selected as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.
Bayon Temple, Cambodia
It dates back to the 12th century, and the Baiyun Temple is the central temple of the ancient city of Angkor Thom.
The complex is located north of the famous Angkor Wat temple and is famous for carved stones offering an extraordinary collection of legendary, historical and mundane scenes.
Great Cathedral and Mosque, Spain
Is a former mosque and is currently a Catholic cathedral called the Lady of Transition, known by the inhabitants of Cordoba as Masquita Cathedral and the word Mesquita (in Spanish Mezquita) means a Spanish mosque.
The cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of the Diocese of Cordoba. It is listed on the World Heritage Sites. In 2007, it publishes the list of the twelve treasures of Spain. The Cathedral of Cordoba is regarded as one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture in Spain.
Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood, Russia
This church was built in the city of St. Petersburg, in the same place as Alexander II, one of the most beautiful churches in Russia and one of St. Petersburg's most visited landmarks due to its unique and magnificent Russian-Byzantine design.
St. Peter’s Basilica, Italy
A large church built in the late Renaissance in the northern part of Rome and now located within the Vatican State.
St. Peter's Cathedral is the largest and most sacred church in the Catholic Church. The reason for the reverence is that the cathedral, according to the Catholic tradition, contains the tomb of St. Peter, which is located directly under the main altar of the cathedral, called the "altar of confession" or the " "The Altar of St. Peter".
Ancient City Walls, Croatia
A series of defensive stone walls used to surround and protect the citizens of Dubrovnik in the south of Croatia.
In 1979, the old town of Dubrovnik and its old walls were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Main Market Square, Poland
The main square of Kraków's Old Town is the main urban area located in the city center.
Dating back to the thirteenth century and has an area of 40,000 m 2 to be one of the largest squares of the city in the Middle Ages in Europe and lists today as the best public places in Europe due to the vitality of this region and its hustle.
The main square is characterized by the presence of many restaurants and cafes and boasts many important tourist buildings such as the International Center for Culture.
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