Throughout the history of mankind, man has always desired excellence, grandeur and recognition. The numerous lists of Wonders of the World are a testament of that pursuit.

The classic seven wonders were:

• Great Pyramid of Giza (The only one that still exist till today)
• Hanging Gardens of Babylon
• Statue of Zeus at Olympia
• Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
• Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
• Colossus of Rhodes
• Lighthouse of Alexandria

Information source for this article:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonders_of_the_World

The real capabilities of mankind: