Transcript of Palawan Latest
- 1. PALAWAN B Y : M a b e t h W h i b l e y F a m i l a r a
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- 2. OUR TOURIST SPOTS IN PALAWAN
- 3. TOURIST SPOTS IN PALAWAN Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary The
Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary in the northern Calamianes islands is
home to exotic and endemic species of animals that roam freely in
its verdant hills and plains. Calauit Game Preserve and Wildlife
Sanctuary (CGPWS) is the Philippines outstanding improvement
background for wildlife environment holding the azygos secernment
as the premier eminent wildlife translocation research in
Aggregation. It has evolved to becoming a plate of essential
Philippine enzootic and foreign wildlife from Africa. It has total
land area of 3,400 hectares with low-lying island in the Calamian
group, north of Palawan. It is a short distance from the much
larger island of Busuanga. The natural vegetation is lowland forest
and mangroves along the coast. Much of the forest has now been
replaced by plantations, secondary growth and open grassland.
Marine habitat is said to have been haven to the dugong, sea
turtles, giant clams, coral reefs and a sanctuary for commercial
fish species as well. This project started in 1997 with the
introduction of eight species on an experimental basis to see
whether the movement of African wildlife from a subtropical to
tropical habitat would succeed. The exodus of 104 different exotic
animal species composed of giraffe, eland, zebra, impala, bushbuck,
gazelle and waterbuck arrived in the island. After 24 years, the
number has increased dramatically except for gazelle and topi and
is now in existence with some endemic and endangered Philippine
wildlife.
- 4. EL NIDO MARINE RESERVE On the northern coastline, the El
Nido Marine Reserve is noted for its edible birds nests and
limestone cliffs. Occupying an area of 96,000 hectares, this
popular nature spot boasts of diverse ecosystems such as
rainforest, mangroves, white sand beaches, coral reefs, and
limestone cliffs. It is now one of the country's premier tourist
destinations. Blessed with extraordinary natural scenery, El Nido
is, the sanctuary of various forms of wildlife. Countless varieties
of fish are also found here. Manta rays are a common sight; when in
season, divers may see one of the world's rarest marine mammal, the
sea cow, known locally as "dugong." Accommodations are available at
El Nido Resorts on the Miniloc and Pangulasian Islands. El Nido
Resorts are noted for their hidden lagoons, palm forests, orchids,
and offshore cruise points. Apart from the cozy accommodations,
recreational facilities and aqua sports equipment are also
available for tourists.
- 5. TUBBATAHA REEFS In the middle of the Sulu Sea lies the
Tubbataha reefs, a pair of coral atolls recently named as a World
Heritage Site for its highly diverse collection of fishes and other
marine life. It is a marine sanctuary located in the Middle Central
Sulu Sea, 98 nautical miles southeast of Puerto Princesa City.
Declared a World Natural Heritage site by the United Nations
Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization {UNESCO) on
December 1993, it is under protective management by the Department
of National Defense {DND). It is under technical supervision by the
Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD) & the
Department of Environment & Natural Resources {DENR). It is
located in Cagayancillo town, Palawan. Trips to Tubbattaha from
mid-March to mid-June are all vessel-based and require planning for
a minimum of six weeks prior to departure. To reach the place, take
a 70-minute flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa City. From the
airport, a shuttle bus takes you to the dive boat. Boat ride from
Puerto Princesa City takes approximately 12 hours.
- 6. PUERTO PRINCESA SUBTERRANEAN RIVER NATIONAL PARK Along the
west coast, the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
features old-growth forests, cathedral caves, white sand beaches,
and one of the longest underground rivers in the world. A world
heritage site, this natural wonder features an 8.2 kilometer
navigable underground river, reputed to be the world's longest,
that winds through a spectacular cave before emptying out in to the
South China Sea. This river flows within a deep cavern under rugged
limestone and marble cliffs, special features of the park. Known as
one of the world's wonders, this river stretches eight kilometers
deep into an underground lagoon with crystalline waters. Within the
hallowed recesses, one winds through the tunnel aboard a paddle
boat with outriggers to be enthralled at every turn which reveals
stalactite pillars, rock formations, and domed amphitheaters.The
park is located in Bahile, Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Located 81
kilometers from the city proper, the place can be reached through
Barangay Cabayugan to Sabang, from where one could take a pumpboat
ride to the Underground River, or hike through a monkey trail. An
alternative way to reach the river is through a hired pumpboat ride
from Bahile wharf. Travel time through Barangay Cabayugan is 1 1/2
hours' jeepney ride and 10 to 15 minutes pumpboat ride or 1 1/2
hours hike.
- 7. CORON REEFS Coron Reefs. Seven enchanting lakes surrounded
by craggy limestone cliffs attract hundreds of nature lovers to
this island in northern Palawan, near the town of Coron. The main
attraction of Coron is the Seven lakes surrounded by craggy
limestone cliffs attract hundreds of nature lovers to Coron Reefs
in Northern Palawan. Busuanga Island, whose main town is Coron, is
the jump-off point for numerous dive operators. The principal dive
sites are 12 World War II Japanese shipwrecks sunk on September 24,
1944 by US Navy action. They range in depth from the surface to 40
meters. This large variety offers exciting wreck exploration for
enthusiasts, from novice divers and snorkelers and recreational
divers to experienced TEC divers. Dive operators offer PADI dive
courses ranging from Discover Scuba to Assistant Instructor,
Technical and Enriched Air Diving, as well as other specialty
courses. Dive operators offer day diving, snorkeling trips, and
overnight dive safaris. Live- aboard and charter boats also offer
diving in the area. The aquatic views from the sunken Japanese
warships off Coron Island are listed in Forbes Traveler Magazines
top 10 best scuba sites in the world.
- 8. LEPROSY MUSEUM IN PALAWAN On the island of Culion, off the
coast of Palawan, a group of nuns from France founded a leper
colony in the early 20th century. In a few short years, 5,000
lepers were cared for on Culion, and the nuns kept such detailed
records that a museum has now been founded on the same site. The
actual colony closed in the 1920s, but an extensive register along
with detailed photographs, clinical records and other documentation
are still on display in this unique museum.
- 9. TABON CAVE -THE PHILIPPINE CRADLE OF CIVILIZATION Tabon Cave
is famous for the archeological findings of fossil human bones,
claimed to be 22,000 to 24,000 years old. Dr. Robert Fox and his
National Museum of the Philippines team, startedexcavations from
1962 to 1970, and unearthed burial jars, stone tools, animal bones,
etc, apart from the very famous Tabon man skull cap remains. There
are 200 caves that make up Tabon cave complex, but only one cave is
open to the public. Tabon Cave is located in Quezon, a municipality
of Palawan in the Philippines. Its a 138 hectareof rugged cliffs,
connected to the Palawan mainland. Tabon Cave was declared a Museum
Reservation Site in 1972, by the Philippine Government because of
its importance to Philippine History. It is 155 kilometers away
from Puerto PrincesaCity, the provinces capital, and are maintained
and managed by the National Museum.