SEOUL, March 23 Asia Pulse - South Korea's first lady Kim Yoon-ok formally joined the country's campaign Wednesday to include its southern resort island of Jeju in a new list of world wonders.
The volcanic island is seeking to become one of the New7Wonders of Nature arranged by a Switzerland-based non-profit organization. It is among 28 nominated sites around the world that also include the Galapagos Islands, Grand Canyon and Mount Kilimanjaro.
Kim was named honorary head of a government-civilian committee to publicize and promote Jeju's bid in a ceremony held at the presidential compound, Cheong Wa Dae, officials said.
"I hope that Jeju's bid will become a beautiful and enjoyable challenge that wins support from many South Koreans and others around the world," Kim said. "Of course, the outcome is important but we should appreciate each process to discover and publicize Jeju's charms."
Participants in the event included Chung Un-chan, former prime minister who leads the National Committee for Jeju New7Wonders of Nature, Jeju Governor Woo Geun-min and several TV celebrities working as honorary ambassadors for the island.
The first lady said the subtropical island has a combination of scenic mountains, waterfalls, forests and beaches, drawing visitors again and again.
Juju was designated as a "biosphere reserve" in 2002 by UNESCO and listed as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2007, she noted. It was also awarded "geopark" status last year, becoming the only place on the planet to receive all three UNESCO honors.
Voting to select the New7Wonders began in 2009 on the Internet and by phone. The winners of the title will be decided on Nov. 11 this year, according to the organizers.
(Yonhap) nt 23-03 1834
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