Bohol Tourism By: Mariejoy Marababol-San Luis and Eva Psychee
BOHOL OF CENTRAL VISAYAS
Bohol a province steeped in historical significance. A place for total relaxation and inspiration. An eco-cultural paradise. This special island of marvelous natural wonders is situated Southeast of Cebu. It is the tenth largest island in the Philippines. Explore to its breathtaking Chocolate Hills of Carmen , great waterfalls , pristine beaches , unspoiled forests , caves , caverns , emerald seas and wide, clean rivers. A picturesque view of countryside hills and ricefields. Bohol is the home of a unique species ” tarsiers ” , the smallest living primate in the world. The greatest legacy of this region is its colorful history and culture , the site of the longest revolt against spain , led by Boholano Chieftain Dagohoy (1744-1829). Bohol boasts of its 20 expressive colonial churches mostly made of coralstone. Get on to a wondrous journey to 73 beautiful islands comprising the province of Bohol!
BOHOL an Eco-Cultural Paradise…lets take a tour to this awesome quaint limestone island of natural wonders. Home of the world’s smallest mammal , the Philippine Tarsier, which inhabits the mahogany forests of Bohol.Places to go…
BLOOD COMPACT COMMEMORATIVE SHRINE Barangay Bool, Tagbilaran City…A marker which identifies the spot where Datu Sikatuna, a native chieftain , forged a Blood Compact with Don Miguel Lopez de Legazpi representing the king of Spain, for the purpose of fostering friendly relations between the countries.
BACLAYON CHURCH Baclayon…One of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines. Baclayon Church became a national historic landmark in 1995 as declared by the National Historical Institute. It’s century-old architectural design is well preserved.
CASA ROCHA-SUAREZ HERITAGE CENTER Tagbilaran City…Casa Rocha-Suarez is one of the few remaining Spanish-period trading villas in the province of Bohol , and one of the only two left in historic Sitio Ubos-the coastal lowland that was one the Old Tagbilaran, the province’s economic center at that time. Built in circa 1800 to 1830 , it was recently opened as a lifestyle museum and heritage center.
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| PAMILACAN ISLANDBaclayon - Popular for its rich marine ecosystem, the waters surrounding Pamilacan Island abound with several species of dolphins and whales. Tourists can avail of dolphin or whale watching tours for an exciting and unforgettable experience. An awesome interaction with marine mammals, as well as enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the island’s inhabitants.CHOCOLATE HILLS
Carmen, Batuan & Sagbayan - Over a thousand cone-shaped hills scattered over the municipalities of Carmen, Batuan and Sagbayan. The world-renowned Chocolate Hills is Bohol’s signature attraction. SIERRA BULLONES ADVENTURE TOUR Sierra Bullones - Guests can go river trekking, caving, mountain-biking and forest trekking in Rajah Sikatuna Protected landscaped. UBAY AGRI-PARK TOUR This features hours of scenic viewing of terraced-rice fields as well as exciting and fun activities such as horseback and carabao-riding, free-a-fingerling, animal feeding or petting or visit to organized farm communities where one can try out actual farming procedures. CANDIJAY MANGROVE ADVENTURE TOUR Candijay - Trekking into the extensive mangrove forest over swinging bamboo bridges or paddling a boat allows one to observe local shore birds and other wildlife in an area bounded by rice fields, coconut groves , limestone hills and rivers. BANACON MANGROVE FOREST TOUR Known to be the biggest in the Philippines, if not the whole of Asia, the mangrove plantation in Banacon Island of Getafe Town, offers a very interesting and unique tour which can fascinate and inspire visitors with its story.
Other best attractions are the MAG-ASO FALLS with its magnificent waterfall formations. A peaceful and enchanting place. The famous LOBOC RIVER with its long stretch of fresh water and green smooth grassy areas on the side, never failed to amaze visitors.
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cebu architect on April 19th 2009