Friday, June 01, 2007

The Results are In

The all new seven wonders of the world | Uk News | News | Telegraph: "The Channel Tunnel has been voted one of the seven new wonders of the world in a new survey.

The longest undersea tunnel in the world, which opened in 1994, came seventh in an online poll conducted by Teletext Holidays, while the Sydney Opera House was hailed as the top new wonder of the world.

Second place was given to the Eiffel Tower, which has been visited by more than 200 million visitors since its opening in 1889."

3 comments:

pattinase (abbott) said...

I never thought the Eiffel Tower seemed that special until I saw it in person. Its combination of a lacy elegance and the feeling of strength is inspiring.

Unknown said...

I agree. I have a nice photo of me and the tower somewhere.

Bijoy said...

Hello, i just surfed in searching for interesting blogs on new seven wonders of the world, you have a cool blog. Do keep up the good work. i live far from where you are and its nice to be able to see what people from across the world thinks.

Warm Regards from the Other Side of the Moon.

On a related note perhaps you might find the following links interesting. we're reviewing the best among the competing 21 participants for the new 7 wonders competition. i'll like to hear your take on the subject via comments. i'll be back soon...

The Kremlin and the Red Square
Angkor Wat
Eiffel Tower
Hagia Sophia

ps. if you have your own favourites list or if you'd like us to write about other wonders pls do mention about it in the comments.

Bibby

Kerala, India