Huge response to Wonders of Sri Lanka
Wonders of nature, ancient architectural marvels and places of
worship topped the list of most popular places of the country, as the
‘Seven Wonders of Sri Lanka’ competition launched by the Daily News
entered its fifth successful week.
The number of entries our team has received for the contest so far
exceeds 20,000, while the places nominated as being eligible to be among
the top seven wonders also keeps increasing every day.
The choice of most readers who take part in the competition seems to
revolve around natural and ecological sites situated in different parts
of the country like the Sinharaja forest, Arugambay, Nilaweli and
Unawatuna beaches, Kinniya Hot Water Wells, Yala Sanctuary, and the
World’s End.
Ruins and other constructions in the historic cities are also among
the popular picks, with Jethawanaramaya, Lowamahapaya, Dambulla Rock
Temple, Ruwanweliseya and the Samadhi statue being the front runners in
this category.
The world renowned Sigiriya is another wonder which occupies a
prominent position in almost every entry received so far.
While places of worship like Dalada Maligawa and the Sri Maha Bodhi
seems to feature on the list of many participants, man-made structures
like the Galle Fort have also received the preference of a large number
of readers.
Keeping its promise on weekly draws, 16 winners have already been
picked during the past four weeks through four raffle draws, from among
the total number of entries received.
The fifth weekly draw will be held tomorrow to pick the four lucky
readers who would walk away with a mobile phone or a stay at a
classified hotel this week.
So, send in your coupon today itself to stand the chance to win a
galaxy of fabulous prizes including a brand new motor car. Only Daily
News readers are eligible to take part in this mega contest.
Top 20 wonders in Alphabetical order
Arugam Bay, Awkana Buddha Statue, Dalada Maligawa, Dambulla Rock
Temple, Galle Fort, Hotwater Wells- Kinniya, Jethawanaramaya,
Lowamahapaya, Nilaweli Beach, Parakrama Samudraya, Ruwanweliseya,
Samadhi Statue A’pura, Sigiriya, Sinharaja Forest, Sri Maha Bodhiya, Sri
Pada, Trincomalee Harbour, Unawatuna Beach, World’s End, and Yala
Sanctuary.
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