The New7Wonders of Nature campaign
started in 2007, immediately after the campaign to elect the man-made
New7Wonders of the World, in which more than 100 million votes were
cast. From over 440 participants representing over 220 countries and
through a national qualification and race to become one of the Top 77,
as well as the recommendations of the Panel of Experts led by Prof. Federico Mayor, the list of 28 “Official Finalist Candidates” was determined. On November 11th, 2011, the New Seven Wonders Of Nature were pronounced.
The Amazon Rainforest And River
The Amazon Rainforest And River
The Amazon of South America is the second longest river in the world and by far the largest by waterflow with an average discharge greater than the next seven
largest rivers combined (not including Madeira and Rio Negro, which are
tributuaries of the Amazon). The Amazon, which has the largest drainage
basin in the world, about 7,050,000 square kilometres (2,720,000 sq
mi), accounts for approximately one-fifth of the world’s total river flow.
Also, it is very important to mention that this river flows through
seven countries: Brazil, Ecuador, Venezuela, Colombia, French Guiana,
Peru and Suriname.
Ha Long Bay (Vietnam)
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a popular travel destination, located in Vietnam. The bay features thousands
of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes. Ha Long Bay
is a center of a larger zone which includes Bái T Long bay to the
northeast, and Cát Bà islands to the southwest. Ha Long Bay has an area
of around 1,553 km2, including 1,960–2,000 islets, most of which are
limestone.
Table Mountain (South Africa)
Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa, and is featured in the flag of Cape Town and other local government insignia. It is a significant tourist attraction, with many visitors using the cableway or hiking to the top. The mountain forms part of the Table Mountain National Park.
Iguazu Falls (Brazil, Argentina)
Iguazu Falls are waterfalls of the Iguazu River located on the border of the Brazilian
State of Paraná and the Argentine Province of Misiones. The falls
divide the river into the upper and lower Iguazu. The Iguazu River
originates near the city of Curitiba. It flows through Brazil for most
of its course. Below its confluence with the San Antonio River, the Iguazu River forms the boundary between Brazil and Argentina.
Jejudo Island (Korea)
Jejudo is a volcanic island, 130 km from the southern coast of Korea. The largest island and smallest province in Korea, the island
has a surface area of 1,846 sqkm. A central feature of Jeju is
Hallasan, the tallest mountain in South Korea and a dormant volcano,
which rises 1,950 m above sea level. 360 satellite volcanoes are around
the main volcano.
Komodo (Indonesia)
Komodo is one of the 17,508 islands that make up the Republic of Indonesia. The island has a surface area of 390 km² and over 2000 inhabitants. The inhabitants of the island are descendants of former convicts who were exiled to the island and who have mixed themselves with the Bugis from Sulawesi. The population
are primarily adherents of Islam but there are also Christian and Hindu
minorities. Komodo is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and
forms part of the Komodo National Park. Particularly notable here is the
native Komodo dragon. In addition, the island is a popular destination for diving. Administratively, it is part of the East Nusa Tenggara province.
Puerto Pricesa Underground River (Philippines)
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is located about 50 kilometres (30 mi) north of the city centre of Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines. The river also called Puerto Princesa Underground River. The national park is located in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the northern coast of the island.
On November 11, 2011, it was provisionally chosen as one of the
New7Wonders of Nature. The park has a limestone karst mountain landscape
with an 8.2 kilometer navigable underground river. A distinguishing
feature of the river is that it winds through a cave before flowing
directly into the West Philippine Sea.
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