Colca and Titicaca rise in N7W of Nature rankings

Lima, Mar. (ANDINA).- Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca, two of the three Peruvian nominees competing to be a wonder of nature, improved positions in the latest rankings table.

According to the N7W Foundation website, Colca Canyon moved up four places to fourth in Group D (Caves, Rock Formations and Valleys), while Lake Titicaca climbed one spot to sixth in Group F (Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls).

Unfortunately, the Amazon River dropped to second place in Group E (Forests, National Parks and Nature Reserves), which is now led by Puerto Princesa of the Philippines.

Moises Bendezu, head of the Amazon River promotion campaign, said the support of local authorities has been crucial to gain more votes for Peruvian nominees.

The 21-finalist list will be released by the organizers in July this year.