My Cart

loader
Loading...

Great World Wonders

Discover the World's Most Fascinating Heritage-Listed Places: 100 Remarkable World Heritage Sites


  • Hardie Grant
  • by Michael Turtle
Opulent palaces let us peek into the lives of the rich and famous, while the centres of great empires show the evolution of civilisations. There's the surprising beauty in industrial sites from the past century, and the dazzling buildings that were constructed in the name of love. And through it all is the inescapable influence of human behaviour, with many of the World Heritage Sites directly linked to important historical events and people.

ISBN 9781741177312 | E | HB
€28,50
available
Quantity
More Information
Publisher Hardie Grant
ISBN 9781741177312
Author(s) Michael Turtle
Publication date August 2021
Edition Hardback
Dimensions mm
Language(s) Eng. ed.
Description

Opulent palaces let us peek into the lives of the rich and famous, while the centres of great empires show the evolution of civilisations. There's the surprising beauty in industrial sites from the past century, and the dazzling buildings that were constructed in the name of love. And through it all is the inescapable influence of human behaviour, with many of the World Heritage Sites directly linked to important historical events and people.

From icons like the Egyptian Pyramids and the Taj Mahal, to undiscovered gems like gold mines and ancient rock paintings,Great World Wonders is a beautiful collection and exploration of the best (and sometimes worst) of history. Featuring stunning photography, this selection of the most interesting World Heritage Sites is not just a source of travel inspiration, it's an incredible journey through the amazing story of our world.