Puerto Princesa Underground River, officially declared as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World in 2012

January 29th, 2012 posted by Philippines Review

Puerto Princesa Underground River Palawan

In an article from the official gazette of the Republic of the Philippines, it is already declared and officially announced dated January 28, 2012 that the PPUR otherwise known as Puerto Princesa Underground River is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. PPUR was voted as one of the best sculptures of nature in an event that lasted for years of voting from the world. (See details of the recognition here). You can read the official article below.

Statement of Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda:
On the Puerto Princesa Underground River being declared as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature
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[Released January 28, 2012] Official Gazette PHDigital key: 8464b360119246095206945bd563d46e

Confirmation that the Puerto Princesa Underground River is one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature is welcome news indeed. Throughout the competition, Filipinos from all walks of life have given time, energy, and resources to this campaign.
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This effort has raised awareness not only overseas, but nationally as well: visits to the PPUR have increased tremendously. This is proof positive of how effective a national effort of this sort can be: to build awareness, express pride, and achieve results.

Other winners are as follows in the image below.