World Landmarks

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Seen as a symbol of welcome to immigrants arriving by sea, this 305 foot high structure is made of iron and copper, and was a gift from France.

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Statue of Liberty

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The four presidents on this monument were chosen to represent the nation's birth, growth, development, and preservation.

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Mount Rushmore

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At the time of its opening in 1937, it was both the longest (4,200 feet) and the tallest (746 feet) suspension bridge in the world. It spans a strait connecting the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

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Golden Gate Bridge

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This massive stadium could seat 50,000 people for gladiator battles and other spectator events. What landmark is this?

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the Colosseum

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This is the only one of Seven Wonders of the Ancient World that still stands today. They were pharaohs' tombs. What is it?

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Great Pyramids of Giza

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This structure stretches about 5000 miles and was built to keep invaders out. Which world landmark can be seen here?

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Great Wall of China

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What famous ancient city in Peru means ‘Old Mountain’ in the local Quechua language and was built three days' walk from the Inca capital of Cuzco as a retreat for the Inca leader?

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Macchu Picchu

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This concrete statue, completed in 1931, stands 98 feet tall on the top of a mountain, overlooking one of South America's largest cities.

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Christ the Redeemer Statue

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What is the name of this landmark in Italy?

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Leaning Tower of Pisa

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What is the name of this structure in Paris, France?

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Eiffel Tower