June 13, 2006
Pressure for inclusion in new Seven Wonders
Throughout this year, it is possible for Members of the public to vote online to decide on a new list of the Seven Wonders of the World. One of the shortlist sites is the Acropolis in Athens.
In an attempt to increase their chances of inclusion, the Spanish have taken the decision to place internet terminals pointing to the voting website within the grounds of the Alhambra Palace.
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Last Updated: Jun 12th, 2006 – 22:38:56
Computer terminals in Alhambra grounds
By m.p.
Mon, 12 Jun 2006, 22:36The Alhambra Foundation in Granada has decided to give a helping hand to voting for the New Seven Wonders of the World, by installing computer terminals in the grounds of the monument.
There are 21 sites around the world on the shortlist for voting as one of the New 7 Wonders, including the Acropolis, Stonehenge, the Colosseum, the Easter Island Statues and the Great Wall of China. The Alhambra is the only finalist in Spain.
The New Seven Wonders will be announced on New Year’s Day 2007. Voting can be made on www.new7wonders.com.
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