Lake Danao is probably one of the most spectacular and breath-taking tourist attractions of Camotes Islands in Cebu, Philippines. It is the largest and longest lake in the Visayas formed like a number eight (8), similar to the body of a guitar. It is really like a guitar when youâre there because you will be serenaded by the natural breeze of the water, the singing birds and the swish of the trees. Lake Danao occupies an estimated 649 hectare with a couple of […]
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Santiago Catholic Chapel
The Santiago Catholic Chapel in Santiago, Pacijan Island (now known as San Franciso) is one of the oldest chapels in the island. It was established in 1862 by the Spanish friars where Señor Santiago was honored as a patron Saint. According to historians, the first mass was celebrated by Father Igot, a Filipino priest who came from Limasawa Island. When looking at the front of Santiago Catholic Chapel, one can see the image of Señor Santiago riding a horse, carrying a sword and […]
St. Joseph Church in San Francisco, Camotes
St. Joseph Church became a parish in 1863 and is independent from the town of Poro. It is the oldest church in Camotes located at Pacijan Island in the town of San Francisco (formerly known as Suangan). This church is dedicated to the Fatherhood of St. Joseph. In 1886, the parish had a modest church of wood and âtabiqueâ (spanish word which means partition) built on a meter high foundation of rubble, “nipa” (filipino word which means palm) roof and a wooden floor. […]
Mangodlong: A rock resort in Camotes
One of the best beach resorts and accommodations Camotes has to offer is Mangodlong Rock Resort or fondly known as Mangodlong to locals. It is a sister resort to Santiago bay and occupies a small cove. It offers one of the best snorkeling spots in the island and it has a PADI dive center that charges the standard fee of $25 per dive known as Ocean Deep. Mangodlong is located in Himensulan, Pacijan Island (which is now known as San Francisco Island) in […]
Baywalk: Leisure Area of Camotes
Located meters away from the Port of San Francisco, the main town of Camotes, is San Fran Baywalk which recently changed its name to just âBaywalkâ. It is an estimated 300 stretch from the main road near the Causeway and ends at the foot of a mountain. The beautiful bermuda grass design and snake-like passageway of the Baywalk is what makes it very interesting for families and friends as a relaxing area during the afternoon and evening. The Baywalk trail is equipped with […]