What Went Before: The campaign for Palawan’s Underground River
The Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan is the sole nominee from the Philippines in the worldwide search for the New 7 Wonders of Nature, which is led by Canadian-Swiss Bernard Weber.
The campaign started in 2007. The Palawan Underground River made it to the Top 77 in the following round, and in July 2009, it made the list of the final 28 sites, after competing with more than 400 nominees from over 200 countries in an Internet-based voting.
Online voters may register at www.new7wonders.com. Only one vote is allowed for each registered e-mail address.
Votes may also be sent via SMS (short message sending or text message). Multiple votes by SMS were initially allowed until midnight of August 8, but starting August 9 each mobile number is allowed only one vote.
To vote for the Palawan Underground River, simply send PPUR to 2861 (all networks). Each vote cast will cost P2.50.
The final round of voting will end midnight of November 10. Winners will be announced on November 11.
Source: Inquirer Archives, www.new7wonders.com
