When you think of places of interest and landmarks in Asia, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Is it the majestic Great Wall? Is it the exquisite Taj Mahal? Or the modern Burj Khalifa? This article will introduce the following "peaks" of Asian civilizations.
1. The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is an ancient defense project with the longest construction time and the largest amount of engineering in the world. Since the seventh and eighth centuries BC, it has been continuously built for more than 2,000 years. It is distributed in the vast land of northern and central China, with a total length of more than 50,000 kilometers. Such a huge project is unique in China and the world. It is listed as one of the seven wonders of the medieval world along with the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
2. Singapore Merlion
The 8.6-meter-high Merlion statue with a weight of 70 tons was completed in 1972 by the late famous Singaporean craftsman Lin Langxin. The design of the Merlion lion head is inspired by the records of the "Malay Chronicle". In the 14th century AD, a prince encountered a storm while sailing at sea. The boat drifted to this island. As soon as he landed, he saw a magical beast, and his attendants told him that it was a lion. He then named Singapore "Singapura" (Singapura, which means "Lion City" in Sanskrit). The fish tail shape of the Merlion statue floats among the layers of waves, representing the characteristics of Singapore's transformation from a fishing port to a commercial port. Today, the Merlion has become a symbol and symbol of Singapore, and it is worthwhile for tourists who come here to take a photo with it.
3. Malaysia Petronas Twin Towers
The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia are the tallest twin towers in the world. The tower is 452 meters high and has 88 floors above the ground. The surface of the building is made of stainless steel and glass. The Petronas Twin Towers and the adjacent Kuala Lumpur Tower are both well-known landmarks and symbols of Kuala Lumpur. In Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta-Jones starring "Trap for the Sky", the hero and heroine escaped from the sky corridor of the Petronas Twin Towers.
4. Taj Mahal, India
The Taj Mahal, located in the ancient capital of India, Agh, is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Most of the people who travel to India come for its fame. In 1631, the favorite concubine of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, 39-year-old Mumma Taj Mahal died in childbirth during a patrol. The dazed emperor was heartbroken by the bad news, and his hair was said to have turned gray overnight. Taj Mahal was affectionate and beautiful, and was deeply loved by Shah Jahan. Before his death, Shah Jahan promised to build a mausoleum for her. In the same year, construction of the mausoleum began and took 22 years to complete.
5. Burj Khalifa, UAE
The Burj Khalifa, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was originally called Burj Khalifa, but it was changed to the official name of Burj Khalifa after completion. The Burj Khalifa is 828 meters high, has 162 floors, and cost $1.5 billion to build. Its shape looks like a six-petaled desert flower, and the effect is extremely beautiful. Burj Khalifa currently holds several records including the world's tallest building, tallest structure and tallest free-standing building.
