Wonders of the world

"For thousands of years humankind has created remarkable structures in nearly every corner of the globe. Some celebrate the mysteries of the universe, commemorate great men or glorify the gods, while others help to protect territories, facilitate trade, provide comfortable shelter or venues for entertainment. In 100 incredible photographs, this book offers a fascinating and informative survey of great buildings and iconic monuments, from Teotihuacán in Mexico to Sydney Opera House in Australia-- nearly 90 amazing marvels provide a worthy tribute to human ingenuity and inventiveness."--Jacket.