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A getaway in a
beachfront resort in Bohol presents a great opportunity to discover a set of must-visit
attractions in the province. With the various interesting spots you will find
around the locale, you will be up for a multifaceted holiday. Truly, among
the many reasons the province is one of the favorite destinations in the
country, is that a new type of experience is available at every turn.
Beaches
Bohol's prime
tourist attraction is a set of havens for beach bums. The town of Panglao
alone is home to 4 irresistable beaches.
1. Alona Beach is probably the most
developed beach in Panglao. It is about one and a half kilometers long, lines
with a slew of restaurants, bars, and various types of accommodation in Bohol.
2. Lying under the
shallow waters of Bagobo Beach is
the finest white sand you’ll ever see and touch. It’s so fine you’ll start
wondering whether the beach is made entirely of cornstarch.
3. Like Alona, Dumaluan Beach is a white-sand strip
running one and a half kilometers along. If you’re still undecided about
where to stay in Bohol, this is the go-to place. Here, you'll find some of
the most luxurious beachfront resorts in Panglao.
4. Doljo Beach takes pride in its
crystal clear water. It is also within proximity to Doljo Point and Doljo
House Reef, which are spectacular diving sites just off the coast of Panglao.
Diving Spots
Those who love
underwater adventures will surely be thrilled to discover these diving spots
in Bohol.
1. Found in the
west of Danao Beach, Balicasag
Sanctuary is a deep coral wall starting at 3-meter depth and going down
to up to 60 meters. The wall offers a good chance to find various nudibranch,
eels, frogfish, scorpion fish, and leaf fish.
2. A 15-minute boat
ride from Danao Beach will bring you to Arco
Point, also known as the Hole in the Wall. It is a shallow dive spot with
maximum 25-meter depth. It is common to see giant frogfish, nudibranch,
slugs, moray eel, and snake eels in this spot.
3. About 5 minutes
to the west of Danao Beach, an old outrigger dive boat named Habagat was sunk
on purpose. Habagat Wreck is a
dive spot for experienced divers since the wreck is at 35 to 38-meter depth.
4. A 30-minute boat
ride from Danao Beach will bring you to Napaling,
steep wall dive with big gorgonians and black corals. Schools of barracuda
and jackfish can also be seen here from time to time.
Historical Sites
Bohol is also a
cradle of rich history and heritage.
1. Located at
Barangay Bool in Tagbilaran City, the
Blood Compact Site marks the location where Datu Sikatuna, a native
chieftain, forged a blood compact with Don Miguel Lopez de Legazpi,
representing the King of Spain.
2. The Dagohoy Historical Marker in the town
of Danao was installed by the Philippine Historical Comission to honor the
heroic deeds of Francisco Dagohoy. He led the longest revolt in the country
against the Spaniards which lasted for 84 years.
3. Atop the Mt. Carmel Hill is a historical tower
of adobe and limestone. It was built to serve as a belfry of a church which
was burned down during the Philippine revolution.
4. Punta Cruz is an ancient stone
watchtower built by the townspeople as a lookout for incoming pirates. The
tower commands a breathtaking view of the sea facing Cebu, Siquijor, and
Mindanao.
Make the most of
your vacation in a beachfront resort
in Bohol
by exploring these tourist attractions that are surely for the books.
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