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The only construction site of man

Which is visible from space,

And with its power it surprises century after century -

Great Chinese wall.

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Each country is associated with one specific image-symbol. For local residents and all foreigners arriving in the country, the Great Wall of China has been and will be a symbol of China. At the entrance to the restored part of it there is an inscription made by Mao Zedong: “If you have not visited the Great Wall of China, you are not a real Chinese.”

The wall is one of the largest and most skillful civil engineering structures in the world. It stretches from Liaodong Bay, northeast of Beijing through Northern China to the Gobi Desert. Data on its length are different and vary. The distance from one end to the other is 2450 km, but if you take into account the other ramparts extending from it, you get 6000-6500 km. Currently, scientists want to carry out a topographic survey to determine the exact length of the wall.

The width of the top of the Wall made it expensive for military units. At the same time, 5 infantrymen or cavalrymen could march in a row. Indeed, it served only to patrol the border and completely block mountain trails, which cannot be covered by other means. In the era of cold steel, the Great Wall of China reliably protected trade routes and protected peasants from raids by nomads. Only betrayal was able to cross the Wall several times.

Previously, the Great Wall of China was an obstacle on the path of everyone who wanted to get to China. Several special checkpoints were made in the Wall, which were closed at night and under no circumstances were to be opened. No exceptions were made even for the emperor.

Only in 1644, after the conquest of China by the Manchus and the accession of a new dynasty, the Great Wall of China became unnecessary and was abandoned.

Along its entire length, fortresses, forts, and signal towers were torn down, and the wall and watchtowers were only slightly damaged by time. Nowadays, several areas are open to tourists; the unrestored Symatai area is of greatest interest. In 1962, the Great Wall of China was included in the list of Chinese national monuments, and in 1987 - in the list of world monuments. cultural heritage UNESCO. Nowadays, scientists have been able to unravel the composition of the mortar that the Chinese used to hold bricks together during construction - its main component turned out to be a viscous rice mass.

Under the influence of time and weather conditions, the Great Wall of China is gradually collapsing, and local residents use bricks as building material for their houses and outbuildings. The Chinese government is currently developing projects to restore the historical monument. A system of fines has been introduced for various violations during visits.

2.2 Colosseum

O symbol of Rome! Proud inheritance

Left time for me too

Centuries of magnificent power-hungers!

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The Flavian Colosseum-Amphitheater is an amphitheater, one of the largest arenas, an architectural monument of Ancient Rome.

For a long time, the Colosseum was for the residents of Rome and visitors the main place for entertainment spectacles, such as gladiator fights, animal persecution, naval battles (naumachia). It is located in a hollow between the Esquiline, Palatine and Caelian hills, in the place where there was a pond that belonged to the Golden House of Nero. The Colosseum was originally called the Flavian Amphitheater because it was a collective structure of the Flavian emperors. Construction was carried out over 8 years, in 72-80. n. e.

Like other Roman amphitheatres, the Flavian Amphitheater is an ellipse in plan, the middle of which is occupied by the arena and the surrounding concentric rings of seats for spectators. The Colosseum differs from all buildings of this kind in its size. This is the most grandiose ancient amphitheater: the length of its outer ellipse is 524 m, the major axis is 187.77 m, the minor axis is 155.64 m, the length of the arena is 85.75 m, its width is 53.62 m, its height its walls are from 48 to 50 meters. With such dimensions, it could accommodate about 50 thousand spectators.

The walls of the Colosseum are built from large pieces or blocks of travertine stone or travertine marble, which was quarried in nearby city Tivoli. The blocks were connected to each other by steel ties with a total weight of approximately 300 tons; local tuff and brick were also used for the internal parts. The Flavian Amphitheater was built on a concrete foundation 13 meters thick.

Thanks to the many entrances located evenly around the entire perimeter of the building, the public could fill the Colosseum in 15 minutes and leave in 5. The Colosseum in Rome had 80 entrances, of which 4 were intended for the highest nobility. The simpler spectators entered the amphitheater from under the arches of the lower floor, marked with numbers from I to LXXVI, and climbed to their seats along the stairs, of which there were also 76. These seats were located around the entire arena in the form of rows of stone benches, rising one above the other. The lower row, or podium, was assigned exclusively to the emperor, his family, senators and vestals, and the emperor had a special, elevated seat.

Since ancient times, the Colosseum has been considered a symbol of the greatness of Rome. “As long as the Colosseum stands,” the pilgrims said in the 8th century, “Rome will stand; if the Colosseum disappears, Rome will disappear and with it the whole world.” In 246, under Emperor Decius, during the celebration of the millennium of Rome, the Colosseum was a theater of magnificent spectacles, where, according to the memories of that era, 32 elephants, 60 lions, 40 wild horses and dozens of other animals were killed: moose, zebras, tigers, giraffes and hippopotamuses. But already in 405, Emperor Honorius banned gladiator fights, and later animal persecution was also prohibited. The Colosseum ceased to be the main arena of Rome. At the end of the 13th century, the Colosseum in Rome was turned into a quarry. The houses of 23 prominent aristocratic families were built from it, 6 churches were built from it in the 14th-15th centuries, in 1495 the office of the Pope was built from the material of the Colosseum, and in the 16th century bridges were built from the “giant’s” squares.

Subsequently, the arena of the legendary Roman amphitheater was associated for quite a long time with the torment of early Christians. Thus, in 1744, the Colosseum was consecrated in memory of the Christian martyrs who died here in battle with wild animals in front of the rampaging Roman crowds. The cross still stands in the center of the Colosseum.

Perhaps there is no more or less educated person who has not heard about the seven wonders of the world. Many architects and designers, creating the next masterpiece building, hope that perhaps the time will come when it will be considered one of the eighth miracles.

However, restless minds periodically make attempts to create their own ranking of wonders of the world. The most famous list was published at the beginning of the 21st century. Work on it was entrusted to a special non-profit foundation, The New 7 Wonders of the world. Voting was carried out via the Internet. A total of 100 million votes were collected. However, the correctness of the results of such a study is still doubted by many, because voting could be done several times. Today we will tell you about the buildings that were included in the new wonderful list.

Great Wall of China

The most famous monument in China, whose length is almost 9 thousand kilometers, runs through the entire Northern China. Among tourists, the most popular area is called Badaling, which is located 75 kilometers from Beijing. Construction of the famous wall began in the 4th-3rd centuries. BC e. The fence was erected in order to protect the Chinese states from attacks by Asian nomadic peoples. The wall passes through mountainous areas, following the curves of the relief. The attraction fits harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. Consists of brickwork and natural mountain range. In essence, it is not a wall at all, but a ditch filled with water.

To date eastern part The structure has been severely destroyed, but in the west the wall retains its original appearance.

Coliseum

Italy's greatest landmark. Construction of the amphitheater began in 72 AD. e., under Emperor Vespasian. As soon as its construction was completed, grandiose games were held here, which lasted exactly 100 days. The performance featured approximately 2,000 gladiators and 5,000 wild animals brought from Africa. The Colosseum was created in the shape of an ellipse, the height of which was 48.5 meters. The building was a miracle of architectural thought of that time. The spectator seats were arranged in circles surrounding the arena. The lower tier was reserved for the boxes of the emperor and his retinue. The next 20 rows were occupied by representatives of the city authorities, and then ordinary citizens could sit.

During the Middle Ages, the ancient building began to collapse. Part of the structure collapsed, part was broken. And only Pope Benedict XIV paid tribute ancient monument. He ordered the Colosseum to be turned into a church, which would serve as a reminder of the Christian martyrs killed in the arena. Many centuries later, on July 19, 2000, the renovated Colosseum appeared in new glory before an admiring public. Today there are spectacular performances here. Of course, these are not brutal gladiator fights, but colorful theatrical shows.

Christ the Redeemer Statue

The Brazilian statue of Jesus is a symbol of Rio de Janeiro. It is located on Mount Corcovado, at an altitude of 710 m. The height of the monument itself is 38 m. The statue seems to bless Rio, spreading its caring arms over it.

The idea of ​​creating a monument arose in 1922, when they celebrated the 100th anniversary of Brazil's independence. The modeling of the head and hands was entrusted to the French sculptor Paul Landowski. The finished statue was transported from Paris to Rio de Janeiro and installed in an unmarked place in 1931.

The brightly lit statue is visible at night from almost any part of the city. However, the best view of it opens from Mount Pan de Azucar.

Petra

Petra was the name given to the ancient capital of Idumea and the Nabataean kingdom. Many centuries ago it was lost in the Jordanian desert. It was only discovered in the 19th century by the Swiss Orientalist Johann Ludwig Burkhard.

This city is located in the Wadi Musa valley. You can get into it through several narrow gorges. The ancient monument includes numerous ruins of buildings, theaters, and temples. Many buildings have been preserved quite well. Petra is a place of tourist pilgrimage.

The first mentions of Petra date back to the second half of the 2nd millennium BC. And the areas around the city were inhabited much earlier. Initially, these territories were inhabited by the Midianites: shepherd tribes of Northern Arabia. Afterwards, many nationalities lived here.

The facade of the temple, carved into the rock, which later turned into a monastery, is amazing. Ancient builders in some incomprehensible way hollowed out the rock, creating an exquisite structure and following the architectural plan with extreme precision.

Taj Mahal

The most famous landmark in India is located in the city of Agra. The temple was built in the 17th century on the banks of the Jamna River. This mausoleum was built by Tamerlane's descendant Shah Jahan in honor of his third wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth. Therefore, the Taj Mahal is not just an architectural masterpiece, but also a symbol of love.

Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and lasted 21 years. More than 20,000 people took part in the work. The walls of the building are made of marble inlaid with precious and semi-precious stones. A luxurious park is planted around the temple.

The city of Machu Picchu is the ruins of the residence of the Inca emperor Pachacutec. This residence was built in the mid-15th century. The attraction is located at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. The city is often surrounded by clouds, thanks to which there is a special atmosphere that amazes any tourist.

The city was discovered relatively recently - at the beginning of the 20th century. It was discovered by Hiram Bingham, a professor at Yale University. The lost Inca settlement contains the remains of ancient temples. In the center of the city, on the Sacred Square, there is the Temple of Three Windows, the purpose of which is still unknown. Currently, Machu Picchu is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in Peru.

Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza is one of the new wonders of the world. This is a Mayan pyramid complex located in the north of the Yucatan Peninsula. It includes several stunningly beautiful temples.

Chichen Itza translates to “The Mouth of the Well of the Itza Tribe.” This settlement was founded by the Mayan tribe in the 5th-7th centuries AD. e. It was the religious and political center of the tribe.

The most magnificent buildings are the Temple of the Warriors, the Temple of Kukulkan, the Caracol Observatory, as well as a huge stadium designed for the Mayan ball game.

Let us note once again that this list of miracles is still disputed by many to this day, which is not surprising. After all, there is only one criterion by which to evaluate the greatest architectural masterpieces, simply doesn't exist. Therefore, the opinion about the attractiveness of each of them is considered subjective.

The idea of ​​holding a global competition "New 7 Wonders of the World" the World") belongs to the Swiss traveler Bernard Weber. Select the seven most amazing structures, created by human hands, were offered to the planet's population in early January 2006.

The main contenders for honorary title New wonders of the world were the Mayan city of Chichen Itza on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico and the Inca sanctuary - the fortified city of Machu Picchu in Peru. This was announced by the foundation, which, with the support of UNESCO, conducts global voting on the Internet, ITAR-TASS reports.

In addition to Chichen Itza and Machu Picchu, the list of 10 finalists included the Acropolis in Athens, the Roman Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower, the Great Wall of China, stone sculptures on Easter Island in the Pacific Ocean, the city of Petra in Southern Jordan, the iconic Stonehenge complex in England and the stunning Taj Mahal mausoleum in Agra.

Before this final list, there was another intermediate one, the list of which included 21 buildings, including the Russian Kremlin and St. Basil's Cathedral.

New wonders of the world. The result of the popular vote for the wonders of the world of modern times is as follows:

• Great Wall of China;
• Taj Mahal Palace in India (Taj Mahal);
• The Colosseum in Rome (The Roman Colloseum);
• ancient city Petra in Jordan (Petra);
• statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro;
• archaeological complex of the Peruvian Incan city of Machu Picchu;
• pyramid of Chichen Itza in Mexico (Chichen Itza).

Chinese wall

The Great Wall of China is an architectural monument in northern China. The total length of all its lines is 6350 km. Construction began in the 3rd century BC. e. during the reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. A fifth of the then population of the country, i.e., about a million people, took part in the construction. The wall was supposed to serve as the extreme northern line of the possible expansion of the Chinese themselves; it was supposed to protect the subjects of the “Middle Empire” from transitioning to a semi-nomadic way of life, from merging with the barbarians. The wall should have clearly defined the borders Chinese civilization, to promote the consolidation of a single empire, just made up of a number of conquered kingdoms. The wall is a symbol of China for both the Chinese and foreigners. At the entrance to the restored part of the Wall you can see an inscription made by Mao Zedong - “If you have not visited the Great Wall of China, you are not a real Chinese.”

Taj Mahal Mausoleum

Located in the city of Agra in north central India. It is considered the pearl of Indo-Islamic architecture. The Mughal ruler Shah Jahan (1592–1666, ruled 1627–1658) erected this monument as the tomb of his beloved wife Arjumand Banu, better known by her title Mumtaz Mahal or Taj Mahal (Crown of the Palace), who died in 1631. The width of the entire river side is raised on a platform with high (41 m) minarets at the four corners. On the western side of the platform there is a mosque, on the eastern side there is a reception hall (house for visitors). In the center of the platform there is a tomb with a square plan with beveled corners. The designs for the tomb were prepared by the best architects of the Mughal Empire. The mausoleum is located in the center of a vast rectangular area (length 600 m, width 300 m).

Coliseum

This famous amphitheater in the center of Rome was built in recognition of the services of the legionnaires and in honor of the celebration of the victories of the Roman Empire. The design concept virtually matches the style of any modern stadium and is currently perceived as a structure of original design. Today, thanks to historical films and printed publications, we are learning more and more about the brutal battles and games that were held in this arena for the entertainment of spectators.

Petra

Petra is one of the most significant attractions of Jordan, included in the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage. This is a city carved into a mountain, which is called the Pink City for the unique shade of the rocks. It is believed that Petra was built by the Nabateans, nomadic tribes who lived in the desert and attacked caravans. In the 7th century BC they built this city and settled in it. Al-Khazneh (Treasury) is the most famous monument of Petra, built in the 1st century BC. different levels Petra's houses are carved into the rock. They are connected by streets and terraces. You can also see monasteries, baths, tombs, and an amphitheater with 3,000 seats. The Treasury facade became world famous after the release of the Indiana Jones film, as the final scenes were filmed against it. The monumental structure is 30 meters wide and 43 meters high.

Christ statue

"God created the world in six days. And on the seventh he created Rio de Janeiro." This is what Brazilians joke about, referring to the truly fabulous location and beauty of their city, which was also the capital of the country until 1960, when the city of Brazil was built. This city truly has everything to become a true earthly paradise. It is surrounded by a semi-ring of mountains rising from the azure depths of the bay, and from the sea side it seems to be edged with a white edge sandy beaches in the dark greenery of palm trees. The symbol of the city is rightfully considered the statue of the Savior (Cristo Redentor). It stands on the top of the Corcovado hill (Corcovado means “hump” and quite aptly characterizes its shape) at an altitude of 704 meters. The height of the statue itself is 30 meters, not counting the seven-meter pedestal.

The idea for this structure originated in 1922, when the centenary of Brazilian independence was celebrated. A well-known weekly magazine then announced a competition of projects for the best monument - a symbol of the nation. The winner, Hetor da Silva Costa, came up with the idea of ​​a statue of Christ with his arms outstretched, embracing the entire city. This gesture expresses compassion and at the same time joyful pride. Da Silva's idea was received with enthusiasm by the public also because it crossed out the previous plan to erect a grandiose monument to Christopher Columbus on Mount Pan de Asugar. The church immediately got involved, organizing donations across the country to finance the project. As a result, nine years later the statue was already standing in its place.

Before work began, architects, engineers and sculptors met in Paris to discuss everything technical problems installing the statue on a hilltop, where it is exposed to all winds and other meteorological influences. French sculptor Paul Landowski then began modeling the head and arms while engineers began developing the frame. The scale of the task before them is clearly demonstrated by the following statistical parameters: the head of the statue weighs 35.6 tons, the hands weigh 9.1 tons each, and the arm span is 23 meters.

The statue was then transported from Paris to Rio de Janeiro and installed on Corcovado Hill. On October 12, 1931, its first grand opening and consecration took place; by this day, the lighting installation was also installed. In 1965, Pope Paul VI repeated the consecration ceremony, and the lighting installation was also updated for the occasion. Another great celebration took place here in the presence of Pope John Paul II on October 12, 1981, when the fiftieth anniversary of the statue itself was celebrated.

Built in 1885, the tram line now leads almost to the top of the hill: final stop is located just forty meters below the statue. From it you need to climb 220 steps of a staircase to the pedestal on which it is located observation deck. From here you can clearly see the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema stretching on your right hand, and on your left the giant bowl of the Maracana, the world's largest stadium, and international airport. From the sea side rises the unique silhouette of Mount Pan di Azucar.

Machu Picchu

The city is located on top mountain range at an altitude of 2057 meters above the valley of the Urubamba River in the territory of modern Peru. Machu Picchu (literally "old peak") is sometimes called " lost city This city was created as a sacred mountain retreat by the great Inca ruler Pachacutec a century before the conquest of his empire, that is, around 1440, and functioned until 1532, when the Spaniards invaded the territory of the Inca Empire. In 1532, all its inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. The conquistadors never reached Machu Picchu. This city was not destroyed. But we know little about its population, or even its real name.

Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza is a pre-Hispanic city in what is now Mexico. This sacred site was one of the greatest Mayan centers in the Yucatan Peninsula. Over the course of approximately a thousand years of history, various peoples have left their mark on the appearance of the city. Maya, Toltec and Itza ideas about the world and the universe were reflected in stone monuments and works of art. The combination of Mayan building technology with new elements from central Mexico makes Chichen Itza one of the most important examples of the Maya-Toltec civilization in the Yucatan. Several buildings survived, such as the Temple of the Warriors, "El Castillo" and the circular observatory known as "El Caracol".

Acropolis

The ancient Greek temple of the Acropolis, also known as the Parthenon, earned its place on the list for its fame among architectural symbols past and real history. The Acropolis on the “Holy Mountain” in Athens meant strength and protection for the inhabitants of the city. Today the Parthenon is an international symbol of Greek civilization. The symbolic image of this temple is depicted on the UNESCO logo as a sign of traditions of culture and education.

Eiffel Tower

The creation of the architect Gustav Eiffel, this tower of a unique style has become a symbol of Paris and all of France as a whole. The tower is known not only in France, but is also very popular in Western world Before the construction of the Empire State Building in New York, the Eiffel Tower was the tallest creation of human hands. Six million people visit the tower every year. The tower was built for the World Exhibition in 1889.

Sculptures on Easter Island

Easter Island is located in the eastern part Pacific Ocean. It has the shape of a triangle with sides of 16, 18 and 24 kilometers. Island volcanic origin. There are 70 craters of extinct volcanoes, the largest are located in the corners of the “triangle”. There is a desert in the center of the island. One of the main mysteries of the island, which has haunted several generations of travelers and researchers, remains completely unique stone statues - moai. These are stone idols of various sizes - from 3 to 21 meters. On average, the weight of one statue is from 10 to 20 tons, but among them there are real colossi weighing from 40 to 90 tons. The glory of the island began with these stone statues. It was completely incomprehensible how they could appear on an island lost in the ocean with sparse vegetation and a “wild” population. Who hewed them out, dragged them to the shore, placed them on specially made pedestals and crowned them with weighty headdresses? The statues have an extremely strange appearance - they have very large heads with heavy protruding chins, long ears and no legs at all. Some have red stone “caps” on their heads. A pointed, raised nose, thin lips, slightly protruded as if in a grimace of mockery and contempt. Some statues have necklaces carved in stone, or tattoos made with a chisel. The face of one of the stone giants is riddled with holes.

Stonehenge

Megalithic building on Salisbury Plain in England. Archaeologists now agree that this architectural monument erected in three stages between 3500 and 1100. BC Stonehenge was a circular ditch with two halls and may have served as a cemetery. Stonehenge is a structure of 82 five-ton megaliths, 30 stone blocks weighing 25 tons and 5 huge so-called trilithons, stones whose weight reaches 50 tons. Folded stone blocks form arches that once served as a perfect indicator of the cardinal directions. Until recently, scientists assumed that this monument was built in 3100 BC by tribes living in the British Isles to observe the Sun and Moon. But the latest data from modern science force us to reconsider many of the conclusions of researchers.

Great Wall of China

— The Great Wall of China, which is a truly incredible object, on which a huge amount of money, materials, and human lives were spent.

The structure, unprecedented in its size, evokes delight when we think about the state of the art of that time. Unfortunately, it was not included in the list due to its young age, but it is truly inspiring with a scale no less than the pyramids of Chiops.

City of Petra

- The city of Petra - this object was also rightfully included in the new seven wonders of the world, since it represents big city, completely cut down in the mountains.

The skill of the workers is amazing even by modern standards, and if we remember again that this city is several thousand years old, then we can confidently say that this is true magic.

Sculpture of Christ

— The sculpture of Christ is popular among us from Brazilian television series, the tallest structure that crowns the elevation in Rio. The height of the statue is 38 m, the pedestal is 8 m, the weight of the statue is 1145 tons, the arm span is 30 m.

Machu Picchu

— Machu Picchu is an Indian city that has survived to this day and represents a monument to the old Inca civilization. The new seven wonders of the world place it on a par with Chinese wall and Egyptian pyramids, there is a lot to see.

Pyramid of Chichen Itza

- Chichen Itza - these pyramids, which became a monument to the second great civilization - the Mayans. Preserved here ancient statues, buildings, inventions, in fact, in impeccable condition, which have survived to this day. Even individual pieces of furniture were found here.

Roman Colosseum

— The Roman Colosseum is the place where gladiator fights took place, soaked in blood and terrible stories, the last breaths of people and animals. The new wonders of the world include the Colosseum not only because of its beauty but because of the history, deeds in ancient works, narratives and stories.

Taj Mahal

— The Taj Mahal, a romantic haloed temple built to commemorate one of the most popular love stories in the world, is considered the best example of Mughal architecture, combining elements of Indian, Persian and Islamic architectural styles.

Egyptian pyramids

— Egyptian pyramids- they were included in the new eight wonders of the world, as the Egyptians were offended that their miracle was not included in the list of the best. It was decided to respect the request, since the design deserves admiration.

I have heard more than once that famous world architectural landmarks are copied in China, but I did not think that on such a scale.

Just look:

Tower Bridge is perhaps one of the most impressive and famous landmarks of the capital of the former British Empire - the mistress of the seas - London. However, a copy of the bridge also exists in China and is twice as large as the original. Against the backdrop of China's rapid industrial growth and financial development, replicas of world-famous landmarks are being built here like mushrooms after rain. There is already a fake version in the Middle Kingdom Eiffel Tower, Sydney Opera House and the White House.

Also, in the near future, the Chinese are going to build a life-size replica of the Titanic for $160 million. Check out 17 versions of iconic landmarks from around the world that can be seen in China.

The bridge, which spans the river in the city of Suzhou, is 40 meters high and has four towers instead of two. Its construction cost $15 million.

A double replica of London's Tower Bridge exists in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. It was built in 2012, but only attracted everyone's attention, when his photos were published last month. While it does not have a lift bridge, it does have a dual carriageway, allowing cars to pass over it.

The model of the Athens Parthenon was built in theme park in Lanzhou, Gansu Province.

A 354-meter replica of the Eiffel Tower looms over a gated community in Tianducheng, China.

The architecture and landscaping imitates the Parisian style.

A replica of the Harbor Bridge in Beijing, China, leading to the fake Sydney Opera House, one of Australia's best-loved heritage buildings.

The Roman Colosseum in Macau, China, seats 2,000 spectators and is an outdoor concert venue.

The Arc de Triomphe rises more than 10 meters high in Zhanguan, China.

The concrete Great Sphinx of Giza rises above an unfinished theme park in Chuzhou, China.

Inspired by the Moscow Kremlin, this white-walled, gold-domed complex in Beijing's Mentougou district costs around $3.5 million.

The village of Florence in Yunging, China occupies approximately 200,000 square meters of former corn fields with Italian architecture and bridges.

The Grand Canal even goes through Chinese Florence.

The Parisian iconic Louvre Pyramid was designed by Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei. This version in Chongqing Municipality looks a little gloomy.

Beijing has its own White House, sandwiched in a theme park that also features knockoffs of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and the Capitol.

The luxurious Chateau Lafite hotel imitates the 17th-century Chateau Maisons-Laffite, which embodies French Baroque architecture.

The construction of a replica of the city of Hallstatt (Austria) cost the municipality of Huizhou, China, $940 million.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa, located in Shanghai, is located more than 5,000 kilometers away from the real original. However, tourists take selfies against its background, which are almost impossible to distinguish from the original. So you can go to China, and social networks post your photos and sign that you are joining classical Italian architecture.