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Welcome to Seven Wonders the official record of the Seven Wonders of the World. You will find three tiers of wonder records. The first tier represents the 7 Wonders of the World, which is the grandest recognition. The second tier of wonders is at the continent level. World Wonders serve as Ambassador Wonders to their respective continents. The third tier looks at the wonders of each country.
Wonder status is given based on significance. To learn more about what constitutes a wonder and how wonders were selected, please visit the About page. The mission of Seven Wonders is to encourage individuals to Discover, Explore, and Learn more about the wonders of the world and develop a commitment to Protect them for the future of others.
The Giza Pyramids is the only remaining wonder from the 7 Wonders of the World list originally created by Antipater of Sidon. Located about 5 miles (9 km) west of the Nile River near the town of Giza, it is the oldest of the wonders.
The Giza Pyramids consist of three large pyramid complexes, the largest called the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and a collection of cemeteries.
The Great Pyramid of Giza, also referred to as the Pyramid of Cheops or Khufu, was built between the years 2560-2540 BC. The pyramids were constructed to serve as the resting place for the deceased Pharaohs.
The bodies of the Pharaohs were store there along with items believe essential for activities during the afterlife.
