SUNFLOWER

The Seven Wonder

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These are the new seven wonders as declared on Zurich, Switzerland, on July 7, 2007 (07.07.07)



* Christ Redeemer (1931) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Represents 'OPENNESS' and welcoming others, allowing for mutual appreciation and growth.



* The Taj Mahal (1630 A.D.) Agra, India
Represents 'PASSION' and love without which our lives, our relationships and our achievements have no meaning.



* The Roman Colosseum (70 - 82 A.D.) Rome, Italy
Represents 'JOY' as well as the dark cloud of suffering, without there can be no silver lining of joy.



* The Pyramid at Chichén Itzá (before 800 A.D.) Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
Represents 'KNOWLEDGE' coupled with worship of a higher level of consciousness.



* The Great Wall of China (220 B.C and 1368 - 1644 A.D.) China
Represents 'PERSEVERANCE' to build and to persist, even in the face of adversity.



* Petra (9 B.C. - 40 A.D.), Jordan
Represents 'PROTECTION' thanks to engineering and human resourcefulness, protecting us from the elements and enemies.



* Machu Picchu (1460-1470), Peru
Represents 'DEDICATION' to common causes, common goals which enable and sustain community.


Resource: www.new7wonders.com