CHOCOLATE HILLS

The Chocolate Hills is a famous tourist attraction in Bohol.  This island treasure is a series of undulating hills over a vast plain sometimes considered the “Eighth Wonder of the World”, it has been declared as National Geological Monument and proposed for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage. The hills are considered unusual geological formations that consists of at least 1,268 perfectly cone-shaped hills of about the same size, that are scattered throughout the municipalities of Carmen, Batuan and Sagbayan.  A one of a kind geological feature in the world. The hills range from 30 to 150 meters high and are covered in green grass, which turns to brown during dry season, making them look like chocolate mounds.  The Chocolate Hills Complex in Carmen town,  and Sagbayan Peak in the town of Sagbayan are two areas where tourists can view the hills up close.

WHITE SANDY BEACHES

ALONA BEACH is located in barangay Tawala, Panglao. This centerpiece of the island is a 1.5  kilometer stretch of glittering white sand in the southwest portion of Panglao island.  It is considered the most popular beach in Panglao and is shared by different resorts that offer various cuisines and cater to different markets.  There are also quite a number of establishments offering diving lessons and rent of dive equipment.  The seas are exceptionally clear, and this combination of pristine sand and crystal clear seas has led some experts to label it as one of the best tropical beach in the region. The tranquil waters are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, kayaking and learning to dive. The adventurous types can also easily rent boats to go to deeper reefs in nearby islands.

BOLOD BEACH is located east of Alona Beach and is a favorite among locals, mainly because of the shallow waters that make the place ideal for family get-togethers.  The exclusive Bohol Beach Club is located here and is ideal for those who want privacy.

DOLJO BEACH is located in barangay Doljo. With its deep calm waters, undisturbed coral reefs and diverse marine life, Doljo Beach is an ideal place for scuba diving.  Seashells of varied designs and colors also abound in the area.

DIVE SITES

BALICASAG  is a small island south of Panglao.  There is a resort on the island and there are a lot of beautiful dive sites surrounding the island.  Considered as one of the best dive sites in the region, it is famous among divers for its overhangs, crevices, downslope walls, a vast abundance of the most colorful and exotic displays of marine life.

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DOLJO BEACH  is located in barangay Doljo, Panglao. By going to deeper reefs, the area is also an ideal place for scuba diving.

LOBOC RIVER

Local and foreign tourists who visit the town of Loboc must always include a cruise along the scenic and winding Loboc River,  wherein lunch could only be on board on one of the town’s native floating restaurants that serves fresh seafood and native dishes.  A cruise along the emerald green Loboc River starts either from the Loay Bridge or at the town’s Poblacion. The motorized bancas and the floating restaurants take cruisers upstream passing by nipa trees, coconuts and other tropical flora. The town of Loboc is about 24 kilometers from the city.

TARSIER

The Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius syrichta),  estimated to be 45 million years old and known to be the smallest primate.  It’s home is in Bohol. It has gray fur and nearly gray tail.  Tarsiers are named as such because of their special elongated tarsal bones, which form their ankles and enable them to leap to almost 10 feet from tree to tree.  Their long, partly hairless tail arcs over their back when they hop on the ground.  Tarsiers are small and weigh only about 110 to 145 grams or 4 to 5 ounces.  The most notable feature of tarsiers is their eyes,  which are each bigger than its entire brain.  Like owls,  tarsiers can rotate their head almost 180 degrees in each direction.  They hunt at night exclusively for animal prey and their diet includes insects such as cockroaches, crickets and small lizards.

PHILIPPINE TARSIER SANCTUARY

The Tarsier Trail starts at the Tarsier Research and Development Center set up by the Philippine Tarsier Foundation in Canapnapan, Corella.  See the tarsiers live and roam freely in their natural habitat.  The Tarsier Sanctuary is located in Corella town about 10 kilometers north of Tagbilaran City.

 OLD CHURCHES

BACLAYON CHURCH  is the Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Baclayon town.  The Baclayon Church is considered to be the oldest stone church in the Philippines. It is one of the best preserved Jesuit build churches in the region, although in the 19th century, the Augustinian Recollects added a modern facade and a number of stone buildings that now surround the church. The first Spanish missionaries or doctrineros in the region, Fr. Juan de Torres and Fr. Gabriel Sanchez, first settled in Baclayon in 1595. Shortly after their arrival, a visita was erected on the spot. Although Baclayon was the first seat of the Spanish Jesuit missionaries, fear of Moro mauraders soon forced them to move their headquarters more inland, to Loboc.  Only in 1717, Baclayon became a parish, and construction of a new church commenced. The church was constructed from coral stones. The laborers used bamboo to move and lift the stones in position, and used the white of a million eggs as to cement the stones together. The current building was completed in 1727. The church obtained a large bell in 1835. Beside the church is the Baclayon Museum that holds remarkable collection of religious art, ecclesiastical vestments and other priceless 16th century relics and artifacts. The Baclayon Church is about 7 kilometers from Tagbilaran City.

LOBOC CHURCH  is the Church of San Pedro in Loboc, Bohol.  It is the second oldest church in Bohol built in 1608,  but soon reduced to ashes. In 1638, a stronger one was build. Located near the river, it has survived a number of floods. Inside the church, you can admire some remarkable naive paintings on the ceiling.  With a three storey convent, a Spanish coat of arms can be found in the stonewall at the entrance of the convent.  The church has two facades, the Jesuit-built Baroque façade which is decorated with unfinished medallions depicting saints, and the neoclassical portico added by the Recollects.  The bell tower of Loboc is about 100 meters from the church.  The convent built behind the church features a balcony with colored glass panes and a gilded ceiling and also has a museum on the third floor. The Loboc Church is about 24 kilometers from Tagbilaran City.

BLOOD COMPACT SITE

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.  The Blood Compact Commemorative Shrine is located in Barangay Bool, Tagbilaran City. The sculpture depicting this historical promise of friendship is made by National Artist,  Napoleon Abueva, a Boholano himself.  This historical event happened on March 16, 1565 is commemorated every year in Bohol as the Sandugo Festival in July.

HINAGDANAN CAVE

Hinagdanan Cave is a cave on Panglao Island, in Dauis, Bohol about 9 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. Hinagdanan  means "laddered" in Cebuano. It is a naturally lighted cavern with a deep lagoon and many large stalactites and stalagmites. The cave leads to a large underground cavern, that contains a pond. The underground pond is a popular swimming spot, but it has been known to test for high levels of various pollutants, since it is fed by ground runoff.

 MAG-ASO FALLS

Numerous waterfalls and caves are scattered across the island of Bohol, including the beautiful Mag-Aso falls in Antequera. Mag-Aso means smoke in the native tongue. The water is cool and often creates a mist in humid mornings which can hide the falls. Mag-aso Falls in the town of Antequera is about 21 kilometers from Tagbilaran City.

PUNTA CRUZ WATCHTOWER

The watchtower in Punta Cruz, Maribojoc town is located 14 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. The tower is made of stone wherein a wooden cross is planted in a slightly indented area in front of the tower.  According to legend, the cross has been enchanted with a mysterious spell that had saved many people from the ravages of pirates.  The cross is said to extend its arms to the sea, preventing marauders.  The tower,  which has windows that overlook nearby islands Cebu and Siquijor and the Mindanao Sea,  served as a lookout for pirates.

MAN-MADE FOREST IN BILAR

Commune with Mother nature and explore this unique and exciting wilderness in the heart of Bohol. The Rajah Sikatuna National Park, a man-made forest, experience begins at the Magsaysay Park in the town of Bilar.  The town of Bilar is about 41 kilometers from Tagbilaran City.

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