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Best places to visit in The Philippines

Direction the Philippines! You've chosen the archipelago of 7,000 islands as your next travel destination and you've chosen well. The Philippines inspires dreams and quite rightly so. With stunning beaches, exceptional flora, mysterious mountains and a smiling population, you'll sail from one island to another wishing you never had to leave again. It only remains for you to devise a personal itinerary inspired by the must-see and favourite places of the travellers in the Evaneos community.

Once you arrive in Manila, there are so many beautiful islands to discover and so many outdoor activities, how do you choose? What type of holiday do you envisage?

Do you want to observe the seascape of fauna and flora and enjoy activities linked to the sea? The islands of Cebu and Boholwelcome you with open arms. Or why not head to El Nido and its lagoons of turquoise water bordered by karst cliffs? The region of Visayas is a treasure in this material. A little corner of paradise, the stunning islands ofApo and Coron will delight the most romantic of you. Whilst the adventurers will head towards the Subterranean River National Park or the Monkey Trail on Palawan Island.

Yet the Philippines isn't limited to the beautiful beaches you see on postcards. There are also gorgeous landscapes inland, with terraced rice fields, testament to the Asian influence. As well as volcanoes, some of which are still active, reminding you that you're right in the fire belt of the Pacific. On Luzon Island, Mounts Pinatubo, Tall and Mayon are perfect for hiking and they'll inspire explorers.

The Philippines have been strongly influenced by different cultures and when crossing the region of Mindanao, you'll discover another side of the country, off the beaten track. Authentic and wild, the region attracts those adventurers in search of unexplored lands.

Have a great trip to the Philippines!

Echo Valley is a fascinating cultural site, where a stunning landscape blends with strange funerary practices. 
One of the main mountain towns, it's a practical rather than interesting place to stop. 
An island between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea, Palawan Province is a little gem.
Known for its black magic, Siquijor has numerous enchanting attractions.
A Filipino city located within Manila megalopolis, it bears the name of the river that delimits its southern border.
Dumaguete is a town to the south of Negros Island. It's known for its university and proximity to Apo and Siquijor Islands.
There's no road access to these amazing terraced rice fields, which are a classified UNESCO site.
Tuguegarao is a town in the Philippines, situated to the north of Manila and home to around 140,000 inhabitants.
Tabuk is a town with a population of 110,000, situated to the north of the Philippines.
Pagudpud is a seaside town in the far north of the Philippines.
The main town on Busuanga Island. Considered to be the Philippines' shipwreck dive capital.
Both a city and Bohol's main port, Tagbilaran brings together a range of services all in one place. As well as serving as a logistics hub, it has a shopping centre, an immigration bureau and both a number of accommodation options and a choice of good restaurants to offer. 
Balicasag lies to the south of Panglao and is famous for its marine wildlife sanctuary.
Twin lakes, located near Dumaguete, is a natural park with two freshwater lakes separated by mountains.
Panglao Island is located south of Bohol Island. It's quite touristy and there are lots of things to do.
The island located off the southeast coast of Cebu Island is home to a luxury hotel. The island is scenically superb. Sumilon is a private island.
Maligcong is a village known for growing rice, located north of Manila, in the Philippines.
A mountainous area populated by indigenous peoples on the northern part of the Island of Luzon, Kalinga is a region not to be missed by travellers in search of adventure.
A tiny island lying almost lost at the heart of the Visayas, Apo is a veritable paradise for keen divers and snorkelers.
Much more than a fortress, it's a must-see historic monument with such an eventful past and various characteristics. 
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