WTTC launches campaign to choose the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has initiated a global campaign to identify the "7 Contemporary Wonders of the World," inviting public participation in nominating significant sites. This initiative focuses on destinations established from 1801 onward that maintain strong tourism relevance or show potential as future international landmarks.

This endeavor follows previous efforts to recognize global marvels, including the ancient "7 Wonders of the World" and the "7 Wonders of the Modern World" selected in 2007. The WTTC's campaign aims to acknowledge tourist attractions that significantly contribute to cultural and economic growth in their respective regions.

The selection process is structured into four stages over approximately one year. Nominations opened on July 7, with voting set to begin on January 7, 2027, from a shortlist of 70 candidates. A preliminary selection will narrow down the choices to 30 finalists by April 7, 2027, before the final "7 Contemporary Wonders" are revealed on July 7, 2027.

Notable sites already mentioned as potential candidates include the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. The campaign encourages individuals to nominate their favorite tourist destinations through the official website, contemporary-wonders.wttc.org.