Which Of The Seven World Wonders Should You Visit?

Looking for a luscious, green paradise? Your search will come to a 'happily ever after' ending when you arrive in the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. These fabled gardens combine the loveliest plants on earth with the ethereal tranquility of heaven. Too bad the gardens have fallen off of modern maps; your search might be a little bit long!

Do you have a taste for opulence? If so, you will love feasting your eyes on this ancient Greek statue of Zeus, who sits on a throne carved from ivory and inlaid with gold and other precious metals. Unfortunately, you'll need a time machine to go visit him; he was lost without a trace in the fifth century AD.

If you get a surge of energy from standing at the foot of a mountain, wait until you are standing in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza! This man-made mountain is a marvel of human ingenuity and determination. And the best news of all? Unlike the other world wonders, the Great Pyramid of Giza is still with us! Just hop on a plane, and you can be there in a wink.

Does your heart swell with pride when you see evidence of human thoughtfulness and compassion? If so, the towering Lighthouse of Alexandria, which guided hundreds of ships into safe harbor, is sure to touch your heart. The bad news is that the lighthouse was reduced to rubble by a series of earthquakes, but the good news is that the Egyptian government is considering turning the ruins into an underwater museum, which you can visit a few years from now!

Do you drool over classical artwork? Then make sure you bring a bib to the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus! Not only is the Mausoleum an architectural marvel, but it is also adorned on each side by a sculptural relief created by one of Greek's finest sculptors. Unfortunately, the Mausoleum has been reduced to rubble by a series of earthquakes, but you can still prowl the ruins, letting your artistic imagination run wild!

Are you a perfectionist, a nut for symmetry and order? If so, then you can bet that the grandeur of the Temple of Artemis won't be lost on you. This colossal temple combines flawless mathematics with graceful artistry. Sadly, it is in shambles today after thousands of years of bad luck, but you can always go see the replica in Istanbul!