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These are some of the nice places I've been lucky to visit. Please let me introduce myself: my name is Beverlyn Quintanilla, 24 years old from Davao City.

This is my first Blog. Sorry, my English is not so great (so to speak... hehe). Hope you will enjoy reading about my adventure around the Philippines!

Davao City, Philippines...

Davao is a city in Mindanao. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 1,449,296 people, making it the fourth-most-populous city in the Philippines and the most populous in Mindanao. Metro Davao is the third most populous metropolitan area in the Philippines with a population of 2.26 million (after Metro Manila's 11.86 million and Metro Cebu's 2.55 million ). With a total land area of 2,444 square kilometers, the city is the largest in the country. The city serves as the main trade, commerce, and industry hub of Mindanao. Davao is home to Mount Apo, the highest mountain in the Philippines. Davao is also known as the "Durian Capital" of the Philippines.

Attractions:

People's Park...

Considered one of the city's main recreational centers, People's Park is a a 4-hectare tourist attraction boasting of a mini forest, interactive fountain displays, a durian dome, and an activity plaza. Around the Park are different statues by Famed Mindanao artist Millan representing the indigenous groups in Southern Mindanao.

Facilities:

Visitor's Center "Durian Dome", Parking Area, Guard House, Power House, Nipa Huts, Children's Watcher's Kiosk, Children's Story Tellers Nook, Mini-library, Infirmary Unit, Public Toilets, View Bridge, Great Lawn, Nursery, Gardener's Haven "Sunken Garden", Maintenance/ Utility Building, Park Information Booth, Children's Playground "Fun Park", Mini - Gym, Paging System, Air conditioned Conference Room, Musical Dancing Fountain, Interactive Fountain, Retention Pond, 10 Meter High Water Falls, Curtain Falls, Tribal Sculptures.

Peak Season: 2nd week of March (Araw ng Dabaw), Summer, Holidays, Month of August (Kadayawan Festival).

Tips from local: Be conscious of the time. Gates open at 1:00pm and closes at 10pm, Enjoy yourself with the interactive fountain display shows every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.

Museo Dabawenyo...

Is a government facility being run in collaboration with the private sector. It is the "people's museum" and its programs are geared towards achieving better historical and cultural awareness, understanding and integration.

Admission is free!
Museum hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 Am to 12:00 Pm and 1:00 Pm to 6:00 Pm. Closed on Sundays and Selected Holidays.

San Pedro Cathedral...

Is not the oldest church in Davao City, but it's the city's premier historical landmark. It was named after San Pedro (Saint Peter), the patron saint of Davao. The original structure was built in 1847 during the arrival of the Spanish Conquistadors, led by Don Jose Uyanguren. The Cathedral is situated at the very heart of the city right across the Sanguniang Panglunsod ng Dabaw ( City Council ) Building, and is close to several commercial establishments, hotels, shopping centers, universities, parks, a public market, etc. Facing the church, it is bounded at the front by San Pedro Street, the oldest street in the city, Bolton Street on the left, and Claveria Street on the right.

The San Pedro Cathedral is not recognized as a National Cultural Treasure.

For more Info. Please Visit:
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Camiguin Island Philippines...

Camiguin is an island province of the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea, about 10 kilometers (6.2 mi) off the northern coast of Mindanao. Politically it's part of the northern Mindanao Region (formerly part of Misamis Oriental province). Camiguin is the the second-smallest region in the country both in population and land area after Batanes. Mambajao is the capital of the province and its largest municipality both in area and population.

Attractions:

Sunken Cemetery...

A large white cross marks a cemetery swept into the sea by Old Vulcan Daan's eruption in 1871. The sun setting behind the cross is a view I will remember. Some people reportedly go diving and snorkeling in the area. An annual bangka (small Filipino style boats) procession is held by townsfolk in November to honor their forefathers. Flowers are laid to float on the sea above the cemetery.

Via Crucis trail up the Daan volcano.

The trail includes 14 "Stations of the Cross", representing life-size recreations of the most important scenes of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. At the last station a sepulcher is carefully carved and chiseled out of volcanic rocks. The pilgrims congregate here to pray during Lent Season.

Katibawasan Falls...

A beautiful, clear stream of water cascading 70 meters into a rock pool surrounded by ground orchids, wild ferns, trees and boulders. Its cold water provides a refreshing summer splash to all bathers.
5 kilometers southeast of Mambajao center. The Waterfalls, which measures 256 feet high, cascades to a rock pool surrounded by ground orchids, wild ferns, trees and boulders. Its cold water provides an ideal summer splash to bathers and picnickers/

Tuasan Falls...

The approach to the wild and mighty falls entails a very scenic hike passing through the quaint Barrio of Mainit, Catarman and along the rocky river be. The pool below the deafening waterfalls is deep and clear. The surrounding scenery is virgin and perfect for a peaceful picnic. The only sound you hear is that of the tumbling falls and running water. It is 6 kilometers northwest of Catarman proper.

White Island...

White Island is an uninhabited white sandbar one kilometer from Camiguin's western shore. It offers a nice view of the towering Mt. Hibok-Hibok volcano and the Daan volcano (great backdrop for a selfie). If the sea is calm and it's early in the day one can rent a small bangka and reach it within 10 minutes of vigorous paddling. I did! And I'm still alive to tell you guys about it.

For more Info. Please Visit:
http://www.islandcamiguin.com/

Bohol Philippines...

Bohol is an island province of the Philippines located in the Central Visayas region, consisting of the island itself and 75 minor surrounding islands. its capital is Tagbilaran City. With a land area of 4,117.26 square kilometers (1,589.68 sq mi) and coastline 261 kilometers (162 mi) long, Bohol s the tenth largest island of the Philippines. To the west of Bohol is Cebu, to the northeast is the island of Leyte and to the south across the Bohol Sea is Mindanao.

Attractions:

Chocolate Hills...

known as the most famous tourist attraction in Bohol. The Hills are found and spread generously around the municipalities of Carmen, Batuan, and Sagbayan, which are about 55 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. These perfectly cone-shaped hills 1,778 of them in all. They are covered in green grass that turns brown during summer just like chocolate.

Mag-Aso falls...

one of Bohol's known waterfalls. Located in the Town of Antequera, Bohol. This nature falls consider as Bohol tourist attraction. Inviting natural wide water pool from the waterfall attract many locals to take a dip and go swimming. Mag-Aso Falls is seldom included in Bohol Tour packages simply because it is out of way from the usual tourist spots.

Baclayon Church ...

One of the oldest church in the history of the Philippines. Baclayon Church is made of coral stones. It is an interesting spot if you want to learn things about the early history of the Philippines especially during the era of Spanish occupation. We’ll look into the history of the Baclayon Church, and perhaps find a religious heritage

Bohol Blood Compact...

This Sikatuna-Legaspi blood compact is considered as the First Treaty of Friendship between two different races of people, different religions, cultures and civilizations. They drink there blood as a sign of there Friendship. This event is commonly known as “Sandugo”. Sandugo festival is celebrated in the month of july. Boholanos gives tribute and honored to this event as one of Bohol history. Bohol Blood Compact shrine is located in Bool district, Tagbilaran city. This shrine is one stop over during tourist tour. Tourist loves to take some photos as there remembrance in Bohol.

Loboc River Cruise...

Is a popular tourist attraction in Bohol, Philippines, along the Loboc River which leads directly to Busay Falls. Cruises take place day or night and last around an hour. The town of Loboc lies between two popular tourist destinations in Bohol: Panglao Island and the Chocolate Hills. Along Loboc River's scenic tree-lined banks, one may spot the endangered Philippine tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates. Some cruises include an encounter with an actual tribe such as the Ati.

Tarsier Sanctuary...

Bohol Tarseir mostly found in the town of Corella. Tarsier is not a monkey, is considered as the world’s smallest primate. With its tail longer than its body, it has large brown eyes, hairless ears and long finger-like claws. Tarsier are commonly sleeping during daytime yet very active at night. They are also known as Bohol tourist attraction.

For More Info. Visit:

http://www.boholislandtravel.com/index.html

Boracay Island Philippines...

Boracay is a small island in the Philippines located approximately 315 km (196 mi) south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Boracay Island and its beaches have received awards from numerous travel publications and agencies.[Note 1] The island comprises the barangays of Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak in the municipality of Malay, in Aklan Province. The island is administered by the Philippine Tourism Authority and the provincial government of Aklan. Apart from its white sand beaches, Boracay is also famous for being one of the world's top destinations for relaxation. It is also emerging among the top destinations for tranquility and nightlife.

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