100 Wonders of the WorldWhat exactly is a "wonder"? According to encyclopedia and dictionaries, a wonder is something that defies the laws of nature, an event or series of events that is difficult to explain. In everyday language we often use the term more loosely: a wonder is something that astounds us, inspiring spontaneous applause or a gasp of disbelief. |
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