An archipelago, Philippines comprises 7,107 islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Owing to its cultural and historical heritage, the country attracts numerous tourists from various parts of the world.
Manila, the capital city is the most important tourist destination in the country. In Manila, one can visit Intramuros, which was built by the Spanish in the 16th century. This walled city contains museums, churches and an old fort.
In Manila, Makati City contains many modern malls, business centres, hotels and high rise buildings. Tourists can visit various historic buildings in Manila, including San Agustin Church, Manila Cathedral, Rizal Park, American Cemetery and Malacaņang Palace, among others.
Thereafter, one can venture to Las Piņas, where the famous Bamboo Organ is located. Another popular attraction in the country is the Tagaytay Ridge in Cavite that contains Taal Volcano.
A popular destination in summer, the place is famous for its flowering plants and fruits. Corregidor Island has a historic war memorial that dates to the Japanese invasion of the country. In Laguna, one can view hot sulphur springs.
The largest island of the country is Luzon, which is famous for its sandy-beaches, caves, central plain, lakes and volcanoes. Baguio is another popular destination that is famous for the Mansion Bell Church and the Baguio Cathedral. One can also visit the Crystal Caves at this destination. Made up of crystalline metamorphic rocks, the cave was once an ancient burial site.
Banaue is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Sight. A group of 100 islands are located off the coast of Pangasinan. With over 2,000 species of aquatic life, the islands are the second-largest marine reservation in the world.
The beauty of Mt. Halcon, which stands at 2,695 metres above sea level, Naujan Lake and Tamaraw Falls, can be viewed in Mindoro Island. La Union, Visayas, Bicol Region and Mindoro Island are famous for their beaches.
Between Luzon and Mindanao, lie a group of islands that are known as The Visayas. The most popular islands of this group are Cebu, Leyte, Negros, Panay and Samar. Zamboanga City, the most romantic place in Philippines, is thronged by couples and newly-weds. The destination is famous for its tropical scenery and seashells.
Davao City contains Mt. Apo, the highest peak in the country. The range of the mountain is famous for its beautiful waterfalls, rapids, forests, springs and mountain lakes. Lanao del Sur, a Muslim province, is famous for Lake Lanao, Signal Hill, Sacred Mountain and other attractions.
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