THE 13 FAMOUS WORLD ICONS FOR YEAR 2024:

[PICTURE, LOCATION & REASON/S WHY REGARDED AS AN ICON]

(Adapted & elaborated by Chamza angelic from SURVIVAL KIT, E/Cape)

EXAMINATION SECTION C QUESTION 4

QUESTION 4: TOURISM ATTRACTIONS
PICTURE OF NAME OF NAME OF NAME OF WHY IS IT AN ICON
WORLD ICON WORLD ICON COUNTRY CITY/TOWN/
AREA
Sydney Opera Australia City: -Unique beauty of building: It is universally
House Sydney recognised as an architectural masterpiece
of the 20th century because of its beautiful
design and construction with shells
-Unique symbol of Sydney as a town
whose designer/architect is a world
record prize winner.
Ayers Rock / Australia State: - It is a unique, massive, round rock
Uluru-Kata Tjuta Northern formation composed of hard, red
National Park Territory sandstone.
-A place of great cultural & religious
significance/value/importance for
indigenous for indigenous Aboriginal people
of Australia

The statue of Brazil City: -It is the largest statue in the world which
Christ the Rio de is a symbol of Christianity
Redeemer Janeiro - it is one of the most famous statues in
the world which is a symbol of peace with
its open arms
-It is known for its dramatic location on top
of a mountain which offer a spectacular
view of the town, Rio de Janeiro
Niagara Falls Canada Cities: -It is the most famous waterfall in the
and Niagara Falls, world.
USA Ontario
-It is one of the biggest and most powerful
(Canada)
and waterfall in the world
Niagara Falls, -Very popular site which receives more
New York visitors than any other waterfall.
(USA)

Colosseum Italy City: Rome -It is the largest amphitheatre constructed

during the Roman Empire
-It is regarded as the greatest example of
Roman engineering and architecture.
-It is a very old building which is a historic
centre of Rome. it is nearly 2 000 years old.
-It is a site of tragic historical events of
killings during battle with wild beast in
gladiators contests, mock sea battles & public
executions
 Leaning Italy City: Pisa -It is a building of great beauty: It has
Tower of Pisa unique beautiful ,& interesting
(Piazza del architecture, as a tilted bell tower.
Duomo) -There is no other famous building in the
world that is titled, leaning and remaining
free standing
-It is one of the most recognisable
structures in the world as titled but
freestanding bell tower
-It is a popular tourist attraction and is part
of the World Heritage site
PICTURE OF NAME OF NAME OF NAME OF WHY IS IT AN ICON
WORLD ICON WORLD ICON COUNTRY CITY/TOWN/
AREA
Venice Italy City: Venice -It is unique town without cars (car-free
city), instead one has to use water transport
to get around & therefore World Heritage Site.
-Has unique complex buildings, Venice is a
city built on 118 small islands linked by canals
and bridges. It has many grand buildings.
-It is one of the most beautiful cities in the
world. It is famous for its beautiful
architecture and art.
Vatican City Italy City: Rome -It is the world’s smallest independent city
state
-It is the centre of the Roman Catholic
Church , the home its head, the pope.
-It is a home of many art and historic
treasures
The Great Egypt City: Giza -The pyramids are symbols of Egypt’s
Pyramids of Giza history and culture of people of Egypt.
-The pyramids serve as evidence of the
ancient Egyptians’ technical advancement.

Egypt City: Giza -The Sphinx is a huge statue of a creature

with the body of a lion and the head of a
human.
The Sphinx -It is unique & one of the largest statue in
the world. It is carved out of a single block
of limestone.
-It is a statue which is a symbol of Egypt.
Berlin Wall Germany City: Berlin -It is of historic significance: It was built in
1961, as concrete wall separating West Berlin
from East Berlin in East Germany.
-It symbolised the division between
democracy/capitalism and communism during
the Cold War.

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 Black Forest Germany State: -Great natural beauty scenery: It is known
Baden- for its beautiful scenery consisting of
Württemberg mountains covered with pine and fir trees,
valleys, lakes, mineral springs and
picturesque villages.
-It has geological significance: During the
last Ice Age this forest was covered by
glaciers
The Great Wall of China City: Beijing The Great Wall of China dates back 2 000
China years .
-It is the world’s longest human-made
defensive structure.
- It is a symbol of China’s history and
culture,
- It has outstanding beauty, great
architectural value/significance : it is
testament to ancient Chinese determination
and engineering skills.

Factors • • Excellent marketing of tourism products locally/or intentionally

contributing to • Sustainable and responsible management plans
the success of a • Efficiency and ethical behaviour of staff and management Positive experience of
tourist attraction visitors
• Safety and crime prevention

• General appearance and upkeep of the attraction

• Considering the needs of people with disabilities

• Universal access : easily reachable by all including by people on wheelchairs

Characteristics of • Actual number of visitors exceeds the target number of visitors

a successful • Repeat visits
tourist attraction • Income generated exceeds target figures
• Positive impact on local community and environment