December 28, 2009
Most Visited Places in the Philippines
Philippines Tourist spots such as the eighth wonder of the world Banaue Rice Terraces in Benguet, Hundred Islands in Pangasinan, Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Intramuros in Manila Philippines, Taal Lake and Taal Volcano in Tagaytay, and Burnham Park in Baguio are just some of the many destinations you can visit. You'll surely find whatever fancies you, your budget and your preferences.
Listed below are some of the beautiful tourist destinations of the Philippines:
Banaue Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordillera's
Banaue rice terraces is a mand-made engineering marvel that is referred to as "the eighth wonder of the world." Inscribed in the World Heritage List of the UNESCO, it is a living testament to man's genius. Ancient Ifugao's turned the rugged terrain of the Cordilleras into a continuing source of sustenance.
Puerto Galera, Mindoro Island
Puerto Galera is an ideal place to do island-hopping from Luzon or a place to laze on pristine white sands and clear, warm water. The most popular beaches for swimming are White beach and Tamaraw Beach, while beaches near Sabang have best facilities for coral-cruising. For more serenity try the Big and Small Laguna Beaches. Puerto Galera also offers excellent inland nature walks.
Camiguin
Camiguin, which rhymes with “come again,” has been regarded as the most beautiful island in the Philippines. As such, it is also referred to as the Philippines’ “Garden of Eden.” The occurrence of a number of magnificent waterfalls that form both hot and cold springs is only one of the many attractions of this island-paradise. The geography is distinctly tropical but the atmosphere is distinctively occidental. Camiguin is sure to mesmerize anyone who visits with the itch to be back again soon.
Dakak
Dakak Park Beach Resort is located on the sunny white beachfacing the exotic turquoise Sulu Sea. The 750 meter private beach is blanketed with pure powdery white sand. Natural spring water and tumbling waterfalls feed the resort's two pools, whilst the ultimate hideaway is provided at a private open-air jacuzzi where youcan relax in the sauna and whirlpool amidst an atmosphere of blissful solitary refinement.
Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines
Despite its outstanding natural beauty, Palawan's islands have been one of the least developed holiday destinations in Southeast Asia. Non-commercialism has made the province of Palawan very special. It is becoming more famous for international adventurers and divers. Honda Bay is the perfect place for sun seekers and snorkellers because it has several islets including Cannon Island, Bat Island and Starfish Island, with fine white sand beaches, coral reefs breaking crystal clear water onto empty. Its blue cool waters are dotted with islets that assure one of a pure-pleasure experience. Honda Bay is sure to leave a lasting thought because from the snorkeling in its crystal clear waters to island hopping within its enclaves or simply conducting a picnic in the fine sand of its beach areas.
Dominated by towering marble cliffs that are homes to a number of tropical birds, El Nido is the source of one of the most delectable soups specially found in Chinese restaurants – the Nido Soup. This soup contains mostly of the bird nests that flourish in the vicinity. But El Nido is more than this. It prides itself in having the most beautiful seascapes in the province of Palawan, known as the country’s last frontier. Because of its utter splendor, it has also been called the island of the gods – heaven on earth, that is El Nido.
Malapascua Island, Cebu
This tiny island, situated at the northeast tip of Cebu Island, is relatively new to the international market, but already rates highly on the the list of world's best beaches - some say it is the new Boracay. This has also become a foremost dive centre, renowned for the crowds of thresher sharks utilizing the marine highway between islands of Cebu and Leyte.
Mactan Island
Lying in the heart of Cebu is the island of Mactan. This tropical-island adventure endowed with an array of colors – from its beach, resorts, nightlife, hotels, music, drinks, food – will ensure to spice up every guest.
Pagudpud
In the Northern part of the Philippines is a beach reputed to have the longest contiguous white sand with mighty waves and strong winds that can compare to Hawaii. Wind and wave surfing are the outstanding activities that Pagudpud beach offers its very discriminating clientele. Not to mention the inviting views, clear blue waters, and white sand. Pagudpud promises its visitors a magnificent experience in a secluded paradise.
Panglao, Bohol
Panglao is a perfect for a great dive and beach holiday. It is a small island on the Philippines southwest of the bigger island, Bohol. On the southern beach of Panglao there are several resorts that line up on the beach. Bohol, just across from Cebu, is best-known for its curiously bumpy Chocolate Hills landscape. It is becoming more popular as the region's best beach destination, with superb white sand and some world class diving sites, mostly on the adjacent little island of Panglao.
Pearl Farm, Davao
Pearl Farm is located in the Samal Island off the coast of Davao City, Southern Philippines. The premier beach resort, which lies in the pristine island of Samal, used to be a pearl farm. There thousands of white-lipped oysters, transported form the Sulu Sea, were once cultivated for their pink, white, and gold pearls. At present, beach lovers all over the world visit this first-class beach resort for its panoramic landscape and seascape, and white sand bringing with them the memory of a lifetime – a soothing private retreat in a tropical seventh heaven.
Puraran Beach, Catanduanes Island
Catanduanes Island lies in the Pacific Ocean just off Luzon and is one of the Philippines' major surf venues. Puraran Beach's white sand is very alluring, but currents can be hazardous during the surfing season. There are also other white sandy beaches like Pamangal Beach near San Andres town or Igang Beach.
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