7 Natural Wonders of the World

[Audio] 7 Natural Wonders of the World. 7 Natural Wonders of the World.

[Audio] The Northern Lights: Aurora Borealis The Grand Canyon Paricutin Victoria Falls Mount Everest Great Barrier Reef Harbor of Rio de Janeiro.

[Audio] The Northern Lights: Aurora Borealis. The Northern Lights: Aurora Borealis.

[Audio] The Northern Lights have become a sensation for tourists traveling in the Northern Hemisphere. The Northern Lights are auroras, or naturally occurring phenomena that consist of mystifying displays of light in the sky. The northern lights dance across the sky and emanate a diffused glow along the northern horizon. The intensity of northern lights increases as you head north towards the magnetic pole in the Arctic. Unfortunately, the northern lights appear only randomly, making it a challenge for travelers to see while on a short trip. They are more often experienced by locals who live in these northern regions. Some of the most popular places to see northern lights are in Canada's far north, Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The probability of seeing Northern Lights increases during the winter months. They occur throughout the year but the dark skies in winter make them easier to see..

[Audio] The Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon.

[Audio] The Grand Canyon's massive and colorful landscape provides breathtaking views that can't be found anywhere else in the world. Most visitors head to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and spend a full day admiring the views from the overlooks that stretch along the top of the canyon. If you are in good shape and want to have a more immersive experience, head down into the canyon on one of the numerous hiking trails. For something a little less strenuous, take a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon for an unforgettable lifetime experience.From Lipan Point along Desert View Drive, you can get a great view of the rock layers in the canyon wall. The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona, USA. The closest major cities are Las Vegas and Phoenix..

[Audio] Paricutin This cinder cone volcano was named one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, even over famous volcanoes, such as Yellowstone. Paricutin last erupted in 1952. It was coined one of the natural wonders of the world because mankind witnessed its birth and rapidly growing formation..

[Audio] Victoria Falls Victoria Falls is located in Africa along the borders of Zambia and Zimbabwe. This spectacular waterfall runs off from the Zambezi River.The falls from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Livingston in Zambia. Cross the border to gain different perspectives of this magnificent natural wonder..

[Audio] Mount Everest Mount Everest has an approximate elevation of 29,029 feet.however, it is not the tallest mountain in the world, a title that belongs to Mauna Kea in Hawaii. Everest lies within the Himalayan mountain range on the border of Nepal and Tibet, China..

[Audio] Great Barrier Reef As the world's largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef includes over nine hundred islands, roughly three thousand separate reefs, and sustains a diverse ecosystem..

[Audio] Harbor of Rio de Janeiro The Harbor of Rio de Janeiro is surrounded by granite mountains and pinnacles, including Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovada Peak, and the Tijuca hills. It was created by erosion caused by the Atlantic Ocean..