These new seven wonders were chosen democratically by more than 100 million voters [source: New7Wonders]. ... read more
I don’t know about Modern Wonders, but I’m pretty sure the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were chosen because of their beauty and architectural feat. Great Pyramid of Giza The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and tallest of the 3 pyramids. read more
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is the first known list of the most remarkable creations of classical antiquity; it was based on guidebooks popular among Hellenic sightseers and only includes works located around the Mediterranean rim and in Mesopotamia. read more
There are the seven wonders of the medieval world and the modern world, as well as the seven wonders of the natural world and underwater world -- not to mention the various lists compiled by travel agencies and the media. read more