seven wonders of the world

• Término colectivo que designa una lista de siete construcciones antiguas destacadas, como la Gran Pirámide de Guiza, los Jardines Colgantes de Babilonia y otras, famosas por su tamaño extraordinario, belleza o ingeniería. También se usa en un sentido más amplio para referirse a cualquier conjunto de lugares notables o logros excepcionales.

A collective term referring to a list of seven remarkable ancient structures, such as the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and others, known for their extraordinary size, beauty, or engineering. The phrase is also used more broadly to describe any set of extraordinary landmarks or achievements.

1. Ancient list of remarkable constructionsB2formal

   A famous list of seven extraordinary man-made structures from classical antiquity, known for their grandeur and architectural achievement.

   las siete maravillas del mundo antiguo

   • The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the World still standing.
   • Students learned about the Hanging Gardens of Babylon as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
   • The Colossus of Rhodes was a massive statue that was part of the original Seven Wonders of the World.

2. Modern list of global landmarksB2formal

   A contemporary list of seven impressive natural or man-made sites, chosen by popular vote or by a foundation, to represent global heritage.

   siete maravillas del mundo moderno

   • The Great Wall of China was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
   • Machu Picchu in Peru is considered a modern wonder of the world.
   • The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is a famous wonder of the world.