Philippines Attractions

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Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines


Fast Facts about Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines

Address of Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines: Bolabog Beach, Boracay, Visayas 5608, Philippines

Contact no. at Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines: 036 - 288 67 01

Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines open on: daily from 8am to 5pm

Features of Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines

Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines is situated on the Bolabog Beach, on a 1600 sq.m beachfront property, which is only a 4 minute walk from the D'Mall Shopping Centre or a 7 minute walk from White Beach, via the path that runs on the north side of the BWSS.

Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines, established in 2002 and opened to the public in April 2005, holds Wildlife and Collector's Permit from the DENR/PAWB and is registered to breed butterflies. The striking features of Boracay Butterfly Garden in Philippines include:

The beautiful, netted, tropical garden that contains hundreds of live Philippine butterflies of many different species, and in excess of 150 plant species.

Observe the caterpillars and pupae closely in the nursery section.

The adjoining Gift Shop specializes in Philippine Handicrafts, eg Romblon marble, nito, abaca, Aklan pottery, etc.

The restaurant serves light snacks and hot/cold drinks.

The same building may be rented out for private parties.One of its specialties is providing live butterfly releases for weddings and other special occasions.

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Chocolate Hills in Philippines


Philippines boasts of being home to major tourist attractions of the world. Bohol in Philippines is home to exotic beaches and majestic hills. The famous Alona Beach at Panglao is located in Bohol. Chocolate hills in Philippines is a major attraction of Bohol. There is no natural formation in the world like the Chocolate hills in Philippines. The hills are estimated to be 1,268 individual mounds to about 1,776. The chocolate hills are spread across the towns of Carmen, Batuan and Sagbayan in Bohol.

Features of Chocolate Hills in Philippines:

The hills from a distance give an impression of half a ball grown out of the ground.

The molehill-shaped almost the same sized hills make for a spectacular sight.

The conical shaped or dome-shaped hills are actually limestone hills wrapped in grass.

The largest dome measures to about 120 meters in height.

The entire area make for a picturesque landscape embracing rice fields and an avenue of households made of diamond patterned sawali or bamboo slats.

One should catch amazing sights of the Chocolate hills during dawn or twilight. They are sure to mesmerize you during this time.

The dense vegetation of the hills is mainly of the hardy grass species. The area in between the hills is utilized for rice cultivation and cultivation of other crops. of other crops.

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Echo Valley in Philippines

Sagada in Philippines is a haven of peace and tranquility. Home to major attractions, the best of exploring the place is on foot or bicycle. Sagada has a thriving tourism industry, which is the basis of the economy. Tourists can also choose from choicest accommodation options. The major destinations are Echo valley, St. Mary's Church and its cemetery. You can enjoy a laid back experience amidst a cool mountain climate in Sagada in Philippines. Echo Valley in Philippines is an exotic tourist attraction and is home to the hanging coffins.

Features of Echo Valley in Philippines:

The memorial cliff side coffins are major attractions amongst locals and foreign tourists.

Echo valley is an ideal place for adventure seekers as the hanging coffins in the Echo valley entail covering tricky and difficult to traverse roads.

The people of Sagada prefer to bury the deceased in caves rather than in grounds. They have practiced this ritual for the past 2,000 years or more.

Wrapped in exotic fauna, the Echo valley engulfs you in complete serenity and tranquility.

The echo valley is an oasis of peace, away from the din of Manila and the sultry lowlands of Philippines.

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Eden Nature Park in Philippines

Philippines is famous for its natural flora and marine fauna. Large portions of this country are extensive beaches, mountainous terrain, spectacular landscape and simply amazing scenery. Philippines. Eden Nature Park in Philippines is a famous tourist attraction in Philippines.

Fast Facts about Eden Nature Park in Philippines

Address of Eden Nature Park in Philippines: Davao City, Davao, Mindanao, Philippines

Contact no. at Eden Nature Park in Philippines: Tel: 63 82 2991020,
Fax: 63 82 2990313

Features of Eden Nature Park in Philippines

Eden Nature Park in Philippines, a natural paradise in Davao City,
is the place experience the magic of pure mountain air. Eden Nature Park in Philippines is nestled at the foot of Mt. Talomo. There is a resort at 2,650 feet above sea level. This resort offers one of the best views of Davao City and the Davao gulf. The place provides a relaxing alternative to the bustling city life with its cool weather and unpolluted air. Eden Nature Park in Philippines features:

Amphitheater
the flower garden
hiking trails
mountain ponds
jogging lane
organic vegetable and herb garden
prayer garden
swimming pool
fishing village
campsite & camp huts
horseback riding
playgrounds
vista kiosk
seminar village
family cottages

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Fortress Santiago in Philippines

Fortress Santiago in Philippines was at a point of time, the main center of defense of the Spanish government reigning the area. This fortress was constructed for the Spanish explorer, Miguel López de Legazpi and initially formed part of the walled city of Intramuros in Manila, the capital of Philippines. History says that the locale of the fortress was traditionally used to host a palace and kingdom of Rajah Suliman, the chief of Manila during the pre-Spanish era. When a group of Spanish adventurers arrived in 1570, numerous battles were fought between the Spanish and the Muslims and native Tagalogs. As a mark of testifying their power, the Spaniards ruined the native structures and constructed the Fortress Santiago in Philippines.

You will be impressed to know that the fortress was made of log and clay, the maximum part of which was ravished by Chinese pirates capsizing the place during the Spanish-Chinese War. Only after 1589, Fortress Santiago was made out of hard stone, which took three years to complete the project. With the passage of time, the fortress served as the moor for trade and tourism for the Americans and Europeans.

Located at the mouth of the Pasig River, the fort is covered by 22 metres of wall. The fortress suffered ruins during the Battle of Manila in 1945 till it was finally refurbished by the Intramuros Administration during the 1980s. You will find a museum and the prison dungeons.

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Katibawasan Falls in Philippines


Philippines is an archipelago of nearly 7,000 islands situated north of the Malayan Peninsula in South East Asia. The natural flora and marine fauna of this land is mesmerizing. Large portions of this country are extensive beaches on the one hand, and mountainous terrain on the other; endowed with spectacular landscape and simply amazing scenery. Philippines. Katibawasan Falls in Philippines is a famous tourist attraction in Philippines.

Fast Facts about Katibawasan Falls in Philippines

Address of Katibawasan Falls in Philippines: Sto. Nino Cold Springs | Camiguin Island, Davao, Mindanao, Philippines.

Contact no. at Katibawasan Falls in Philippines: Department of Tourism-Tel (02) 599031

Location of Katibawasan Falls in Philippines: Located 4 kilometers from Mambajao

Features of Katibawasan Falls in Philippines

Katibawasan Falls in Philippines is one of the treasured gifts nature has bestowed on the island of Camiguin. It is a clear stream of water with exclusive features that include:

The fall Measuring about 250 feet high.

It cascades 70 meters into a rock pool surrounded by ground orchids, wild ferns, trees and boulders.

Its cold waters provide a refreshing summer splash to bathers and picnickers. It is an ideal place to cool off during hot and humid days.

Giant ferns decorate the surrounding land, carpeting for space with huge trees and dropping vines. Those looking for adventure can rappel down the waterfall and plunge into the pool below.

Rock picnic tables, seats and cookout facilities are available for use.

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Lake Taal in Philippines


Taal, located 30 miles south of Manila on the island of Luzon in Philippines is one of 15 “Decade Volcanoes” is a potential danger for urban centers. The volcano has been active since 1991 with several earthquakes, new steaming regions, ground fracturing and increasing in temperatures of the lake. Lake Taal in Philippines, a fresh water lake fills the 18 diameter (30-kilometer) volcanic caldera is a major tourist attraction. The large island in Taal Lake is called Volcano Island. Lake Taal is located in a densely populated and fast developing agricultural and industrial region.

Features of Lake Taal in Philippines:

The Lake has 37 tributaries and its only distributary is Pansipit River which is a tributary of Balayan Bay.

Taal Lake is the third largest lake of the magnificent archipelago of Philippines and claims to be the second largest on the Luzon Island.

A small volcanic island in the middle of the lake has been the center of swarming volcanic activity.

The Government of Philippines has declared the Taal area as a site for building new industries.

Taal Lake is good for swimming.

The Lake provides a natural habitat for a variety of fishes.

The Taal Lake Marine Sports Festival is an annual event which takes place during the first weekend of March marking the onset of summer.

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Villa Escudero in Philippines


You must visit Villa Escudero in Philippines, which is a coconut plantation. This plantation was established in 1872 by the Escudero family to offer a treasure of Philippine beauty and richness in a traditional rustic setting. Series of volcanic mountains, shades of coconut trees and pulsating green fields- you can just lose yourself in this virgin locale, just two hours of drive away from Manila. If you plan to stay in Villa Escudero in Philippines, you can choose your accommodations from Riverside Cottages, Long House Garden Units or Long House Garden Suites. You can organize weddings, a company outing, or training seminar in the perfect locale of Villa Escudero for experiences in the boughs of Nature.