Is the Alhambra one of the wonders of the world?

The colors and detail put into the inside of the Alhambra make it apparent why this building was nominated as a wonder of the world. Unfortunately, and still a sore topic for the granadinos, the Alhambra came in 8th.



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The Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the inspiration for many songs and stories. Moorish poets described it as “a pearl set in emeralds,” an allusion to the colour of its buildings and the woods around them.

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The seven wonders of Europe
  • The Eiffel Tower. Paris. ...
  • La Sagrada Familia. Barcelona. ...
  • Tower bridge. London. ...
  • The Colosseum. Rome. ...
  • The Grand Place. Brussels. ...
  • Luis 1st Bridge. Porto. ...
  • The Acropolis. Athens.


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Let's take a look at the modern list of the Seven Wonders of the World:
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  • Taj Mahal, India. ...
  • Petra, Jordan. ...
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  • Christ the Redeemer, Brazil. ...
  • Chichén Itzá, Mexico. ...
  • Machu Picchu, Peru.


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