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Mayon
Volcano
The
world's most perfect volcanic cone. It rises 2,462 meters above
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Whale Sharks ("Butanding")
The
world's largest fish inhabit the waters around Donsol town in
Sorsogon. Only an hour's boat ride from Legazpi. Snorkeling
and scuba diving brings you to close encounters with this giant
fish.
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Manta
Rays
After
watching the whale sharks at Donsol, go to the waters of Bulan
town in Sorsogon province to watch Manta Rays, the fifth largest
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Sula Channel
A
picturesque channel that links Albay Gulf to the Pacific Ocean.
Coves in the area used to shelter galleons during Spanish times.
Still used as a haven for ships during bad weather.
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Pototan Cave
Located
in nearby Batan Island, and part of an underground river, it
is perfect for spelunking adventures.
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Nag-Asu Lake
A
natural hot spring where one can enjoy a natural sauna bath
in steamy waters that flow from the mountains of Albay and Sorsogon.
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Vera Falls
Located
about 400 feet above sea level in a secluded area of Mt. Malinao,
is a beautiful veil of cascading water known as Vera Falls.
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Mt.
Bulusan
Towering
5,077 feet above sea level, Mt. Bulusan and its surroundings have
been declared as a National Park
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Bulusan
Lake
This serene lake has a a circumference of 2,006 meters, and an
elevation 2,084 feet above sea level.
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Cagsawa
Church Ruins
Buried during a violent eruption of Mt. Mayon in 1814, all that
remains of this church is its belfry. One of the better known tourist
spots in the country. |
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Our
Lady of the Gate Parish
Built by Franciscan missionaries in 1773, this church features
a rich, Baroque architectural design.
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The
Sula Channel Cable Car
The longest cable car in the Philippines is also Bicol's first.
It links Cagraray Island and Misibis Resort to the mainland.
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