Wonders of the World

From the ancient world to the present day, from the natural world to man-made structures, Wonders of the World explores the most awe-inspiring places from around the globe. From waterfalls to dese ...

From the ancient world to the present day, from the natural world to man-made structures, Wonders of the World explores the most awe-inspiring places from around the globe. From waterfalls to deserts, from bridges to opera houses, from palaces to national parks, and from the world's tallest skyscraper to the Earth's highest mountains, this book explains the fascinating stories of extraordinary places, both famous and little-known. The book explains the fascinating facts and stories behind these extraordinary places. For example, did you know that the Dead Sea is 9.6 times saltier than the ocea