White Beach: White Beach is the biggest reason why Boracay is famous in the world. It is located in the middle of the west coast of the island, extending from south to north, with a length of 4 kilometers. It is made by grinding large coral. The beach is flat and smooth, and the sand is white and delicate. Even at noon in the scorching sun, it is still cool to step on the sand. At night, the white beach turned into a huge bar 4 kilometers long, which was decorated with lights and music. Many people who come on holiday don't do any sightseeing or entertainment, but just hang out on the white beach from morning till night.
Tubbataha Reef National Park: Built at 1988, Tubbataha Reef National Park is located at180km east of Puerto Princesa, palawan island. The park covers an area of 332 square kilometers. With superior natural conditions, many kinds of marine life can be seen here, and 1993 is listed in the World Natural Heritage List. Tubataha Reef National Park, including two coral reefs in the north and south, is a unique coral reef with dense marine plants. The Tubataha Reef National Park does not allow blasting fishing, so it preserves the most primitive marine and seabed ecological environment.
Baishengtan: Baishengtan is located 92 kilometers south of Manila, which can be reached in less than two hours by car or bus. Baishengtan is a world-famous tourist attraction with a waterfall drop of about 100 meter, which is famous for exciting boating activities. Boating on the river, you can enjoy the beautiful valley formed by rock walls and tropical trees along the way. The water at the return point is extremely rich and the air is fresh and cool.
Bowie Church: This church has been listed as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO. It is a triangular building, which looks like a golden pagoda and is a typical Spanish church. It has no foundation but has a history of 400 years and is the spiritual pillar of local residents. Legend has it that the holy water oozing from the wall is quite effective and can cure all diseases, so it attracts many tourists to make wishes.
Ken Island in Parmalee: Like most islands in Maldives, Ken Island in Parmalee is managed by internationally renowned holiday groups, and there is only one resort on the island. There are few people here. There are few traces of development, except for a few buildings, the rest are either lush tropical rain forests, or clear blue waters and delicate white beaches.
Bell Tower: This bell tower is a landmark in Bao 'ai, Laos. Because of the earthquake of 1980, the whole bell tower began to sink year by year. At present, there is only half an iron gate left at the main entrance of the bell tower. If you look in, you can see half the stairs. As this Spanish-style colonial building is sinking year by year, tourists who want to visit it will be early.
Puka Beach: Puka Beach, also known as Yapak Beach, is located on the northern coast and faces Carapau Island. It is the second largest beach in Boracay and is famous for its shiny Puka shells. These shells were very popular as decorative materials in the 1970s and 1980s. Collecting shells was the main industry on the island at that time, and the traces left by Puka shells on the beach can still be seen today.
Midtown: Midtown is located on the Pasig River, also known as the city wall, which is the original site of Manila. 157 1 year, the Spanish built this castle to rule the Philippines, with an area of 1 square kilometer, which is called "the city within the city". The castle is surrounded by trenches and medieval walls, with seven gates, the governor's residence and 12 churches. At the end of World War II, most of the castle was destroyed and some of it was restored. In downtown areas, tourists can feel the clock back, and ancient carriages carry tourists through streets, gates, ports and walled cities. It exudes Spanish elegance and retains ancient architectural features. There are the largest churches in Manila-Manila Cathedral, St. Augustine's Church and Museum, San Diego Castle, Rizal Memorial Hall, etc.
Lop Nur River: Lop Nur River 1.5 to 8 meters deep and 58 kilometers long. The river is quiet green, and the banks are thick green. The primitive tropical scenery, dense tropical plants and mysterious jungle animals make Luobo River known as the "Oriental Amazon River". Boathouse is the best way to experience the customs of Luobo River. Sailing down the river, there are simple houses on both sides, where women wave and smile; Naughty children let out a cry. When the tourists turned to him, they jumped down from the high coconut trees on the shore and stuck their heads out of the middle of the river. Beautiful girls are playing guitars, singing and dancing on the bamboo platform built by the river. The water quality of Luobo River is yellow-green, which is different from the blue sea water. But because it carries heavy fragments of life, it exudes an intoxicating atmosphere. You can order a tender old English song sung by a local singer with an acoustic guitar on the boat and immerse yourself in the scenery of Luobo River with the singing.
Rizal Park: Rizal Park is located next to Rojas Avenue in the city center, facing Manila Bay. In the center of the park stands a bronze statue of Jose Risal, a hero who led the Philippine independence movement. In the artificial pool on the east side of the park, there is the earliest model of the Philippine Islands made by the Philippines, where visitors can see the locations of 7 107 islands in the Philippines at a glance. There is an international garden in the north, which specializes in planting flowers from China, Japanese and Italian. The audio-visual performances twice a day also attract the attention of many tourists. Rizal Park has a quiet environment and a breezy sea breeze, which is a good place for people to rest. Rizal (186 1- 1896) is the father of the Philippines, a national hero, a bourgeois nationalist enlightenment thinker, writer and poet. His ancestral home is in Guoshang Village, Erythrina, Fujian (now Luoshan Guoshang Village, Jinjiang, Quanzhou). 1861June 19 was born in Kaxingba, Neihu province, a Chinese family. 1882 went to study in Europe, organized patriotic groups, founded publications and set off a "propaganda movement" with exiled Filipino patriots, and became the most outstanding and influential agitator in the Enlightenment. His articles are permeated with nationalist ideas, with distinct views, sharp writing and criticism of current abuses. His novels "Don't Commit Me" and "Insurgents" explore various acute and sensitive issues in Philippine society with bold brushstrokes, expose the crimes of colonial authorities, describe national disasters and promote national awakening. 1June, 892, Rizal returned to the Philippines. On July 3, the inaugural meeting of the Philippine Union was held in Manila, calling for building the Philippines into a unified country, developing the national economy and improving the social system through moderate means and legal channels. On July 7, Rizal was arrested and exiled to Pitan Island, and the alliance was dissolved immediately. 1896 12.30 The colonial authorities executed him on the charge of "inciting people's rebellion through words". Before his execution, he wrote a farewell poem "Farewell to My Motherland", which poured his passion for the motherland. His works include the script "With Ba Xi" and the autobiography "Memories of a Manila University Student".
Mactane Island: Mactane Island is the martyrdom of the maritime explorer Magellan, so it is world-famous. 152 1 On April 27th, 2007, Magellan, who had effectively preached in Cebu, was full of confidence and prepared to cross the Makatan Strait to continue to preach Catholicism in La Plata. When he arrived, he was stopped by Bishop Labra and his soldiers and killed. Later generations built a monument at 1866 Magellan martyrdom site to commemorate this great navigator, and there are paintings depicting Magellan's deeds nearby, which are worth seeing. The La Blab Monument, which commemorates the same war, is also located in Matan Island. This monument was built in the early 20th century. On the monument, Laprap holds the weapon that fought Magellan that year to show the heroism of Filipinos. The two monuments are only 100 meter apart. The echo of history is still ringing in my ears, and the modern atmosphere of Makatan Island has once again attracted the attention of tourists. This is a small island that is purely suitable for holiday, and the number of holiday places is the largest in the past. There is no noise of Cebu, and there are beautiful beaches and holiday facilities everywhere. Luxury hotels, first-class restaurants and shopping centers are dazzling, and various water activities such as windsurfing and diving make tourists feel comfortable and happy.
Sao Paulo Underground River National Park: Sao Paulo Underground River National Park is located in Sabang, Palawan Province, bordering Sao Paulo Bay in the north and Babuyan Strait in the east. The underground river covers an area of more than 200 square kilometers and is 8 kilometers long and navigable. 1999 is included in the World Heritage List. You can take a ferry (P600) from Shabangtan to reach the estuary through karst landforms, colorful stalactites, stalagmites and magnificent caves. You can also walk along the monkey trail for two hours, through the charming jungle of the national park, and reach the pier. Remember to pay P200 admission fee.
Wigan Ancient Town: Wigan City, an ancient town with a strong Spanish flavor, is about one and a half hours' drive from downtown Wei Bao. It is the best place to visit historical sites and was listed in the World Cultural Heritage List on 1999. Museums, antique streets and pottery factories there are full of rich cultural and artistic atmosphere, attracting many tourists to linger here. The most famous antique street is lined with Spanish-style buildings, and every slate on the ground is old, and cars are forbidden to enter. Therefore, the most common way to visit the ancient town is by carriage. On the way to and from the ancient town of Wigan, you can enjoy the endless cigar yard. Because the old nest is sunny all year round, it is very suitable for planting cigar leaves. At first glance, it feels like a golden triangle, which often attracts tourists to get off and visit. Snacks in the ancient town are not to be missed, especially the famous local shrimp cakes, which definitely increase people's appetite.
Shell Museum: Shell Museum is located in Illig-Iligan Beach. It has a collection of shells, wood carvings, pottery products, handicrafts, traditional Filipino costumes and some ancient China products.
Luhuo Mountain: Luhuo Mountain is the highest place in Boracay, with an altitude of 100 meters. Although it is not high, it is difficult to climb. Overlooking the whole island at the top of the mountain, especially the long white beach, is totally worth the hard work.
Magellan's Cross: Magellan's Cross is located on Makdan Island in the east of Cebu Island. 152 1 year, Portuguese navigator Magellan preached Catholicism in Cebu. On April/0/4 of that year, Father Pedro Valderama baptized the first batch of Filipino Catholics-Rajah Humabon, his wife Queen Juana and 400 other indigenous people. To commemorate this grand religious ceremony, Magellan erected a cross in Cebu. During the period from 1525 to 1740, monks of augustus Church built an open-air altar for the cross. The local people believe that the cross has sacred power, and cutting it into pieces and taking it away can cure all diseases. In order to protect this historical site, later generations built a pavilion-style house to store it on the road from the church of the infant to St. Petersburg. Now it is surrounded by a hollow frame made of Tinadalo wood. At the same time, the hexagonal ceiling murals retain the original appearance of the year, and the colors are very vivid and vivid. The people of Cebu believe and respect this cross with far-reaching historical and cultural significance. Every Sunday morning, countless good men and women bring incense sticks to pray for peace and good luck.
Carai Island: It is called African Wildlife Park. Many endangered African animals were introduced into the nature reserve from Kenya in 1976. Now, visitors can see giraffes, zebras and other African wild animals in this wildlife park.
Manila Cathedral: Manila Cathedral is the main building of the Catholic Archdiocese of Manila. The original church was built in 158 1. In the following years, due to typhoons, earthquakes and wars, churches were constantly destroyed and rebuilt. The present church is the result of the sixth construction. It was designed by Fernando Ocampo, an architect, and Rouffineau J Santos, an archbishop, in the second half of 1950s, drawing on the stone carvings and rose-shaped carved windows of the old church. The stained glass windows and skylights complement each other, and the three small churches on the side are decorated with mosaics. Manila Cathedral has some religious activities such as mass, confession and baptism, and also provides wedding services.
Cordilleras Terrace):Terrace is located in the east of Cordillera Mountains in Luzon Island, only 2 kilometers away from Banaui, and it is the largest artificial irrigation system in the world. It was registered as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO in 1995. 200 years ago, local tribes, including Luo Yi people, cultivated these amazing terraces on hard rocks with primitive tools and exquisite irrigation systems. If these terraces are connected end to end, they can surround half the world. With terraced fields as the background, you can see the most beautiful sunset in the Philippines. The altitude here is 1500-2000m. Please keep warm.
Bat Cave: Located in the northeast of Yabo Beach, Bat Cave is the home of cave bats and flying foxes. If you are determined to be a naturalist or a cave explorer, you can hire a local guide to take you through the jungle path to find these caves. If you like a more relaxed way, you can also lie on the white beach in the evening and wait for thousands of bats to fly overhead in search of food.
Marcos Palace: A European-style top-class building on the shores of Lake Weber, showing the domineering posture of President Marcos at that time. There are thousands of paintings and other souvenirs of Bowie Church and Presidents Marcos and Reagan in the museum, where you can feel the luxurious life of the president at that time.
St Augustine's Church: St Augustine's Church was founded in 157 1. It is the oldest stone church in the Philippines, and as a representative of Baroque Church, it is listed in the World Cultural Heritage List. Located in the city center, this church is a symbol of Philippine history. The original church was built of bamboo, coconut leaves and mud, but it was destroyed by fire. 1599, converted into stone building. Many people think it is a miracle that St. Augustine's church survived five earthquakes and two world wars. The reliefs in the church are meticulous and lifelike, and there are precious religious paintings in the collection. The stained glass refracts sunlight and sets off the nobility of the church.
El Nino Church: El Nino Church was built in 1565, where the world-famous "El Nino" is collected. It is said that when Rajah Humabon, an indigenous patriarch, and his wife Queen Juana were baptized, Magellan gave Queen Juana a dark-skinned "El Nino" as a gift. 1565, a fire broke out in Cebu. On April 27th, a fire razed Cebu to the ground. Only this "El Nino" is intact, and the locals call it a miracle and worship it. Later, Captain miguel lopez de Legaspi and Fred. Andres Urdaneta built the "baby Jesus Christ" at the site where El Nino was discovered, and kept the replica of El Nino in the convent of the Catholic cathedral, while the original El Nino was enshrined on the altar of the church. This wooden "baby Jesus Christ statue" about 40 cm high is regarded as the oldest icon in the Philippines and is still warmly worshipped by the citizens.
San Diego Castle: San Diego Castle is located in the northwest of Instramuros. 157 1 year, and 150 years later, it was completed by Filipino workers. Santiago Castle is one of the oldest fortifications in the city. After Spain ruled the Philippines, castles became Spain's main defense against potential invaders. The most distinctive feature of this legendary castle building is the woodcarving painting of the story of San Diego on the gate. This ancient imperial city is a fortress for the Spanish to resist foreign enemies, so you can see the walls and fortresses of the sea in the city, and there are many deep-water dungeons, which were used to hold people and guerrillas during World War II. Although Santiago Castle is the home of Spanish rulers, it is also called "the Holy Land of Freedom" to commemorate Filipinos who were imprisoned and killed during the Spanish and Japanese occupation. The castle was destroyed in World War II. After reconstruction, it is now a park and a good place for walking.
Dirol Heritage Museum: Dirol Heritage Museum is a private museum located in the north of Baisha Beach, displaying China products related to the history of Boracay.
Sightseeing monkey tourist center: located on the bank of Luobo River, it is a place for artificial breeding and sightseeing. Such a cute little animal must be seen. It is the prototype in the movie ET. Although the reception center is not big, there are only seven or eight small trees, but the monkeys are all watched in the open air and can be touched directly by hand. There are one or two little monkeys hidden in every tree, but these super cute little things are very old species, with a history of 45 million years, and are special products of the Philippines. They are only the size of a palm, their eyes are heavier than their heads, they have suction cups on their toes, and they cling to branches quietly during the day. They don't like jumping and biting people. Visitors can buy insects to feed them. If you want to take a picture of the monkey in your hand, you have to pay a tip, usually P20 once. But remember, you can't take pictures of monkeys with flash, it will hurt your eyes.
Webb Lake Golf Course: Located on the bank of Webb Lake, it is a golf course that Laowo is proud of. Many tourists who come to the lair will come all the way with clubs to play golf. The Weber Lake Golf Course with 18 holes was a golf course dedicated to President Marcos in the past. In addition to the pleasant lakes and mountains, it was designed by Gary Plana, a world grand slam master.
Cologne Street: Cologne Street is the oldest street in Cebu and even the whole Philippines. It is said that it was named in memory of the navigator Columbus. Cologne Street is located in Paris or Tang area, which is the heart of the city. During the day, Cebu is a bustling commercial center, and at night, it becomes a colorful entertainment area. You can see jeepneys, taxis and various means of transportation all over the street. The center of the north and south sides of Cologne Street is the most perfect, and the monument erected on the street marks its honorary status as the oldest street.
Underwater forest: Located at the southernmost tip of Brapoh Beach, it is a dead underwater mangrove forest, also known as the dead forest. Photographers and adventure lovers like to visit here best.
Marcos Memorial Hall: Located in Bartak, the second largest city in northern Luzon Island, it is the former residence of former Philippine President Marcos, and the local residents are also called the home of heroes. It was later converted into the present memorial hall. Here, you can visit Marcus' body and learn about his life management and achievements.
Coconut Palace: To experience "Filipino sentiment", you must go to Coconut Palace. This palace shows the Filipinos' architectural talent and originality well. More than 70% of building materials come from coconut trees. Coconut Palace was built in 1978, and invested 37 million pesos during Marcos' reign. This is the Presidential Palace Hotel in Marcos. This magnificent building is located in the cultural center, facing Manila Bay, and consists of seven magnificent suites. Note: Only 50 tourists are allowed to enter here every day on average.
Dayatai: Dayatai is about 64 kilometers south of Manila, with an altitude of 700 meters. When the weather is clear, you can see the panoramic view of Balayan Bay and Manila Bay from here. Taillard volcano, the lowest volcano in the world, is also located here. Tarad Lake was originally a volcanic lake formed by a crater, and Tarad volcano was formed in the lake. Taillard volcano has been recorded for more than 20 times and is still active today.
Moarboar: Located at the southwest end of Cebu Island, Moarboar is a resort and diving paradise. Hikers first discovered the fear of birds. At present, the residents of the island mainly depend on fishing and agriculture for their livelihood. Although tourists come here constantly, the island's calm, gentle and carefree temperament has not been polluted. Unfortunately, a typhoon blew away all the sand on Panagsama beach, otherwise there would be a charming beach here. Once you have personally experienced the fun of diving in Moalboar, you will never forget it. In the Ocean Park of Penghu Island, experienced diving instructors will take you on a vivid and exciting underwater adventure, looking for colorful corals and even plane wreckage in the sea. In Moalboal, all diving centers can provide complete diving facilities and related services, and even PADI courses. How can we not let diving enthusiasts linger?
Chocolate hills: chocolate hills is a famous wonder of Baohe Island, which consists of 1, more than 200 conical mountains. Its formation is quite mythical. Legend has it that in ancient times, two giants threw stones at each other, and huge stones fell to the ground one after another, forming thousands of conical hills with beautiful shapes. In the dry season, the grass on the mountain dries up and turns brown, which looks like a lot of chocolate, hence the name. Two of the hilltops have been developed into holiday resorts with complete accommodation, dining, sightseeing and entertainment facilities. It turns chocolate at the end of the dry season, which is the origin of its name, and it is green the rest of the time. Climbing to the top of the visitor center can give you a panoramic view of chocolate hills, which is very spectacular. The photo on the postcard was taken on the roadside not far from the entrance to the scenic spot.
Philippine Cultural Center: The Philippine Cultural Center is located on the bustling Rojas Avenue, facing Manila Bay. It is a modern comprehensive building with novel shape. The biggest feature of the cultural center is that the outer wall is inlaid with colorful shells, which are colorful and beautiful under the illumination of night lights. The fountain next to the artificial lake has a water column of more than 20 meters. The center mainly displays information about Philippine drama, and there are two theaters, which can perform plays and show movies. There is a library and art gallery on the third floor, and an exhibition of native Philippine art before Spanish rule on the fourth floor. Other facilities include a meeting room and a dance floor. It is most suitable for people who are interested in the unique culture and art of the Philippines.
Fort St. petro: Fort St. petro is located next to the port, and is called the oldest castle in the Philippines together with the San Diego Castle in Manila. It was built when Spain first arrived in the Philippines. During World War II, the castle was used to resist the Japanese army; Used as an officer's barracks during American military rule; Now it has been transformed into a school classroom. The San Pedro battery near the pier was Spain's first stop in Cebu, and was later converted into a memorial park.
Nyala Museum in Cassama: The museum is opposite the church. It's a yellow two-story building, passing through the gatehouse, and there is another world. This is a beautiful round Little Square. The two-story building around the square displays the typical furniture of the Philippine elite from 19 to the 20th century, which is as luxurious as a palace. Everything from the bedroom and study room to the kitchen, bathroom and even the stable is quite interesting. Visiting the museum requires stepping on the red carpet to protect the floor.
China Taoist Temple: Bi Lihua's China Taoist Temple is located in Beverly Hills, about 6 kilometers north of Cebu City. This is a high-grade residential area built on a gentle slope, where most wealthy overseas Chinese live. In a corner of this area, there is a Taoist temple-Bilihua Taoist temple, which is the first China temple in this area. Here is a shrine dedicated to China's great thinker Laozi, and it is the spiritual sustenance of overseas Chinese in Cebu. From the Taoist temple, it is the best viewing place in Cebu City, and the night view is particularly attractive. There are zoos and museums about 2 kilometers away from Taoist temple. On the way to the Taoist temple, it is said that there is a spiritual spring that cures all diseases.
Maragan Yan Palace: Maragan Yan Palace is a pure Spanish-style palace, located on the banks of the Pasi River. This palace was originally the residence of a Spanish landlord. It became the official residence of a Spanish governor in 1863, and later became the official residence of an American governor. 1845 After independence, the Philippines continued to be used as the presidential residence. The gallery in the palace shows the history of the palace, portraits of previous presidents and works of art in the palace.