Merv

Ruins of Merv, Turkmenistan

Once magnificent oasis city on Silk Road. The settlement was established in the 3rd millennium BC but flourished in the 8th century – 1221 when it briefly was one of the largest cities worldwide. Today are seen remnants of four-walled cities close to each other. Today are seen remnants of several walled citadels close to each other – Erk Kala, Gyaur Kala, and the medieval Sultan Kala.

Wonders of Turkmenistan

Remnants of Izmukshir fortress, Turkmenistan

Wondermondo 🢖 World 🢖 Wonders of Asia 🢖 Wonders of Turkmenistan Territory Wonders of Turkmenistan   Highlights Turkmenistan is mostly covered with deserts – but it has not been always like that. In the past here developed some of the earliest cities in the world. The most interesting wonders of Turkmenistan are: Ruins of ancient cities and fortresses. Hundreds of hills and […]

Palmyra

Ruins of Palmyra, Syria

Important ancient city – caravan stop. Existing since at least the 2nd millenia BC, abandoned after the 16th century AD. Now impressive ruins remain – temple of Ba’al (the 1st – 2nd century AD), decumanus with arch, theater and others. City had its own alphabet.

Wonders of Syria

Shmemis Castle ruins on the top of extinct volcano, Syria

Wondermondo 🢖 World 🢖 Wonders of Asia 🢖 Wonders of Syria Territory Wonders of Syria   Highlights The sands in Syria most likely hide many secrets which one day will tell how the civilization started on Earth. Throughout many millennia in this country appeared and disappeared many cities (it is well possible that the first cities appeared here), some persist up to […]

A-Ma Temple

A-Ma Temple, Macau

Taoist temple, built in 1488. It is possible that this temple gave its name to Macao.

Wonders of Macau

Macau Tower and Sai Van Bridge

Wondermondo 🢖 World 🢖 Wonders of Asia 🢖 Wonders of Macau Territory Wonders of Macau   Highlights Macau is the densest populated self-governed area in the world. This small territory is rich in architectural heritage. The most interesting landmarks here are historical buildings that blend Portuguese and Chinese traditions in art and architecture, but this rich city-state has interesting modern architecture as […]

Wonders of Hong Kong

Every evening in Hong Kong takes place a unique show of light and sound - Symphony of Light

Wondermondo 🢖 World 🢖 Wonders of Asia 🢖 Wonders of Hong Kong Territory Wonders of Hong Kong   Highlights This small territory (originally: Heung Gong – "fragrant harbour") is part of China and has a lot more than one would imagine: besides the countless skyscrapers here are amazing geological formations, waterfalls, unique plants and animals, ancient fortified villages, petroglyphs… The most amazing […]

Wonders of Taiwan

Sunrise from Hehuanshan, Taiwan

Wondermondo 🢖 World 🢖 Wonders of Asia 🢖 Wonders of Taiwan Territory Wonders of Taiwan   Highlights This tropical island in the past has served as a birthplace for Austronesian languages which are spoken now from Madagascar to Hawaii. Taiwan is one of the most advanced countries in the world but at the same time, there is a lot of wilderness. The […]

Belfry of Cagsawa Church

Ruins of Cagsawa Belfry and Mayon volcano, Philippines

Ruins of belfry – the only remnant of Cagsawa village after it was covered with hot ashes in 1814. Some 200 people died in the church.