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Machu Picchu vs Taj Mahal
Which landmark? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Machu Picchu Ancient site · Peru 68% · #1 in the world
- Taj Mahal Mausoleum · India 32% · #6 in the world
What the votes say
A clear win: the world picks Machu Picchu over Taj Mahal, 68% to 32%. Machu Picchu is #1 of the 120 landmarks in the world ranking. Taj Mahal is #6, and #1 of the 7 in India.
Side by side
| Machu Picchu | Taj Mahal | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #1 | #6 |
| Type | Ancient site | Mausoleum |
| Country | Peru | India |