Each of these monuments has fascinating details that go far beyond its grandeur and historical importance
Many historical monuments carry amazing curiosities.
These places alone already move our imagination, after all, every stone, every architectural detail and every tradition involved have secrets to revealed.
If you are passionate about travel, history or simply love to learn curious facts, you will enjoy meeting some of the most fascinating mysteries of these places.
6 Curiosities about the most visited monuments in the world
1. Torre Eiffel
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Today symbol of France, the Eiffel Tower was not well received when it was inaugurated in 1889.
Many artists and intellectuals of the time considered her ugly and unnecessary.
However, time has proven the opposite: today, it is one of the most visited sights in the world.
2. Statue of Freedom
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You may not know, but originally, the Statue of Freedom had a brown color, as it was made of copper.
Over time, oxidation has made the greenish tone we know today.
This process took about 20 years to happen!
3.
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You may already know that the Colosseum in Rome was the stage of several struggles among the gladiators.
However, it was also the scene of simulated naval battles! Can you believe it?
Well, for that to be possible, the Romans filled the arena with water and reproduced sea clashes.
4. China Wall
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Despite what many believe, China’s great wall is not visible to the naked eye of space.
This is because its color and shape make it mingle with the landscape.
But that does not decrease its grandeur: it is over 21,000 km long!
5. Christ the Redeemer
(Photo: Illustration/Pexels/Maxi Franzoi)
The Christ was built entirely in reinforced concrete and covered with soapstone.
An interesting detail is that the 50 pieces of the face and eight of the hands were made in Paris and sent to Brazil similar to a puzzle, with numbering in each part.
The assembly of the mosaics involved a large part of the local population of the time.
6. Taj Mahaal
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Taj Mahal in India is one of the most impressive buildings in the world.
But did you know that your color changes according to daylight?
In the morning he looks pink; In the afternoon, bright white; And at night, you can acquire golden tones in the moonlight.
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