Travelling is one of the few things money can buy this is guaranteed to make you richer. Being exposed to new countries, cultures, histories and people can open your mind and heart to a whole new world of possibilities. Travelling is one of the best ways to learn more about the world around you, and understand the issues affecting the world today.
One of the best ways to learn about the defining characteristics of a city is to visit its famous landmarks. We’ve pulled together a list of the most iconic landmarks worth adding to your travel bucket list to inspire your next adventure.
1. The Eiffel Tower
Paris, France

2. The Great Wall of China
Huairou, China

3. St Basil’s Cathedral
Moscow, Russia

4. Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa, Italy

5. Great Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza
Giza, Egypt

6. Taj Mahal
Agra, India

7. Stonehenge
Wiltshire, England

8. Statue of Liberty
New York, USA

9. Colosseum
Rome, Italy

10. Big Ben & Westminster Abbey
London, England

11. Machu Picchu
Peru

12. Angkor Wat
Siem Reap, Cambodia

13. Sydney Opera House
Sydney, Australia

14. Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

15. The Great Barrier Reef
Coral Sea, Queensland

16. Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco, USA

17. Acropolis of Athens
Athens, Greece

18. The Vatican
Vatican City, Italy

19. Mount Rushmore National Memorial
South Dakota, USA

20. La Sagrada Familia
Barcelona, Spain

21. Blue Mosque
Istanbul, Turkey

22. The Grand Palace
Bangkok, Thailand

23. Petra
Petra, Jordan

24. Chichen Itza
Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

25. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
United Arab Emirates

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