Top 5 Best Destinations in the Philippines

One of the biggest archipelagos in the world, a true natural wonder, Philippines is the most sought after tourist destinations; over 7000 islands are attracting people all over the world by their unique flora and fauna as well as magnificent landscapes, amazing beaches and distinctive local people, that what makes these islands a real must-see corner of the world. This article presents you top 5 destinations in the Philippines.

1. BAGUIO

Banaue Rice Terraces, Baguio Philippines

Baguio is the first one worthy to mention in the top 5 destinations in the Philippines, one of coolest places in the archipelago as well as the most urbanized. Situated in the island of Luzon, Baguio is the Philippines` summer capital. Crowds of backpackers took fancy to this place, attracted by is mild climate, mountain scenery and countless parks as Wright Park, Baguio Sunshine Park, Burnham Park and others.

2. BORACAY

Boracay Philippines

Party animals will love the amazing white sand Boracay, one of the most crowed islands of Philippinnes, with all its night clubs, bar, restaurants and discotheques. It is one the best places in the Philippines for kite- and windsurfing as well as other water sports due to it`s unique reef-protected waters. Among the other attractions you can visit butterflies garden and bat caves.

3. BATANES

Batanes Philippines

Another international attraction in the Philippines is The Batanes Island group; calm and peaceful place for relaxing, fishing and enjoying the silence, these tiny islands would perfectly fit for people feeling tired of crowd and rush. Isolated from the rest of the Philippines, Batanes are covered with canyons, hills and cliffs, a landscape reminding New Zealand.

4. PALAWAN

Palawan Philippines

Perfectly clean paradise-looking Palawan is famous for its Underground River, unique flora and fauna and Tubbataha Reef Marine Park which is ideal for snorkeling, scuba diving and other underwater activities. Ideal Island for ecotourism because of its waterfalls, hot springs, caves and deserted beaches the luxury hotels and resorts like Club Paradise Resort or El Nido Resort make this island even more attractive.

5. VIGAN

Vigan Philippines

Perfectly preserved historic Vigan is last (but not the least) in these top 5 destinations in the Philippines. Spanish-colonial houses of this city established in 1572 makes it one of the World Heritage sites on the earth, the best examples of this historic architecture are St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral and Archbishop’s Residence. The visitors of this place would be charmed by the variety of local dishes such as sinanglao (a beef soup), okoy (pancakes with shrimps) and arroz caldo (a soup with chicken and rice).