The Wonders of the Middle East

The Middle East holds hidden beauties that have gone untouched for so many years and under-appreciated. It is not just the weather that can be enjoyed, but it is also the culture that makes the Middle East what it is today. Hover over the pictures to see what they are about and to find out more.

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Dubai

Burj Khalifa

Height of 829.8 m and is known to be the tallest structure and building in the world

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Turkey

Taksim Square

The heart of modern Istanbul where it is famed for its resturants, shopes and hotels.

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Egypt

Sphinx of Giza

The largest and most famous Great Spinx of Giza facing directly from West to East

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Lebanon

Our Lady of Lebanon

The shrine where Christians and Muslims gather

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Jordan

Dead Sea

The sea of salt. It is of the world's saltiest bodies of water.

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Dubai

Atlantis, The Palm Dubai

The first resort to be built on an Island of sand.

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Turkey

Turkish Coffee

A method of brewing very finely ground coffee.

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Jordan

Temple of Hercules

Most significant roman structure in Amman.

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Egypt

Egyption Pyramids

One of the seven original wonders of the ancient world.