The most popular landmarks of 2016 are acclaimed

As the marketing director of this resource Barbara Messing explained, while choosing the most attended sights they considered, firstly, the votes of user, as Mashable writes. Besides that, these prominent places annually attract millions of tourists because they represent the brightest samples of human fantasy and talent.

Duomo di Milano, Italy

Gothic cathedral church built from marble is situated in historical part of the city. The building of such an eminent construction had been lasting nearly for 600 years – from 1386 to 1965. In addition to that, at the cathedral roof the breathtaking view on Milan is visible.

Lincoln Memorial and the Reflecting Pool, USA

This monument is a part of National memorial of veterans of the Second World War. Annually more than six million people come here. Besides that, it is famous because of the fact that here in 1963 Martin Luther King pronounced his famous speech ‘I have a dream’.

Alhambra, Spain

Architectural and park ensemble is the most attended sight of Spain which is considered as the highest achievement of Moresque art in Western Europe. Fountains and reservoirs are well combined with the architectural forms, plant patterns, and Arabian script.

The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Russia

Colorful magnificent church is situated in historical center of Saint Petersburg at the bank of Griboyedov Canal. It had been built upon the order of Alexander III, and the building had been lasting for 24 years.

The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, Spain

Roman Catholic church is the most eye-catching monument of dynasty Banu Umayya. The magnificent nature of architectural forms and the spirit of ancient time attract millions of tourists from all the corners of the world.

The Taj Mahal, India

This incredibly beautiful mausoleum-mosque had been built upon the order of padishah Shah Jahan in commemoration of wife who died in childbirth. Nowadays the Taj Mahal is considered as one of the symbols of love.

Saint Peter’s Dome, Vatican

Catholic cathedral is the largest historical Christian church in the world. Moreover, such great masters as Bramante, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Bernini worked over its creation.

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

The huge Hindu temple complex dedicated to God Vishnu is one of the largest cult construction and one of the most important archaeological monuments in the world. Its square is 400 square meters.

The mosque of Sheikh Zaid, United Arab Emirates

One of six biggest mosques of the world opens its doors not only for Muslims but also for the representative of other religions. For the decoration creators used marble, gold leafy, expensive carpets, and other cost-effective materials.

Machu Picchu, Peru

The city situated at the top of mountain range with the height of 2450 meters is honored with the title of new wonder of the world. It is supposed that the city was created as the sacred haven one hundred years before its occupation by Spanish people in 1440.