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  • Author Johnny Hagibis
  • Published January 3, 2009
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Best Places To Travel in The Philippine Islands

The Majestic Mount Kanlaon

A haven for mountain climbers who wanted to experience another chill in hiking, Mount Kanlaon is Located in Negros Oriental, somewhat boundary of Negros Occidental and Oriental, in Visayas Philippines. Mount Kanlaon was said to be extinct but it erupted I think in 1991, I was in Bacolod City when the Volcano erupted, the climate change and I think it rained for a week or so. Mount Kanlaon is now considered to be an active volcano, but although with its Mighty power, Mount Kanlaon Houses some exotic species in its vast rainforest.

Mt. Kanlaon is a majestic active volcano located in Negros Oriental in the Philippines. It is an attraction to tourists and other mountain climbing enthusiast. According to history, the name came from an hiligaynon goddess named Laon. Native priests believes that offering gifts to Laon will bring themgood harvest. Kanlaon stands 2,435 meters and a diameter of 30 km and is abundant with pyroclastic and craters. Mount Kanlaon has many hot springs, and one is located in mambukal resort.

Wildlife is lushing th the forest of Mt. Kanlaon. Mt. Kanla-on National Park is the home of abundant species of birds including the rare and only seen in the area, hornbill, parakeets, and even migratory birds from northern part of Asia. Monitor lizards scramble over fallen logs and Draco the "flying" lizard might sweep overhead. Although there are several harmless species of snakes which are very rare on encounters, caution must be a primaty thing to do.

At the top, panoramic scenes of rock walls and cliffs cover of the forest, beside the Margaha Valley's cogon grass and shrub-covered floor. Mornings are late and the evenings are early in the Valley. Patches of greens, yellows, olives, and tans from agricultural lands below are cut by the sea with formations of clouds hugging the horizon.

The second deadliest snake in the world which I think was featured in National Geographic Channel, the Philippine Pit Viper can also be found here. Other species of monkeys and birds, orchids and other plants can also be found here. In the foot of Mount Kanlaon Hot Springs are abundant, In Murcia Negros Occidental can be found a well known resort, Mambukal resort, Its a haven of tourists who wanted to have a light hiking in falls within the range of Mount Kanlaon itself.

Boracay Island

If your planning to relax and dip into the cool beaches, Aklan province in the Philippines offers a relaxing beach heads in the shores of Boracay Island, 3 hour trip from Iloilo City to Aklan takes you to an enticing and paradise like beach of Boracay. With the gleaming white sand and clear waters. Boracay Island might be your next destination.

Amanpulo

A secluded and private Island wherein you could do all your stuff and party all night without the hustle of downtown life. The island has also recreations with high tech air-conditioned

lodging and other facilities. The Island has been awarded by the Gallivanters Awards in 2007 as the best resort in Southeast Asia.

This are only Some Best Places the Philippines could offer. Hundreds of tourist spots are all around the country, So Why dont you book your flight to this lovely places and try to check them out.

Traveling is a way to relax and detox yourself, The world offers the Best Places To Travel wherein you could enjoy and have a good time. Best Places To Travel.

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