Tourist Destinations In Quezon

 

-_Alitap Falls ---_Located at: Mauban

This beautiful place is situated in Barangay Alitap. This falls boasts of its richness in clean and cold waters lavishly flowing in the area. The water supply is so great that no threat of any drought could ever agitate the abundance it gives to the community. Visitors can reach this place either by one and a half hour hiking or by riding a boat for twenty minutes plus a twenty five-minute brisk walking.

 

-_Borawan Island ---_Located at: Padre Burgos
	Situated in Barangay Lipata within mountain range with a terrain overlooking China Sea. It is ideal also for mountain climbing and camping activities. Ther are three beaches that are still underdeveloped in the sea.

 

-_Calvario Hills ---_Located at: Mauban

Calvario Hills is located at the very heart of Mauban. At the hilltop where one can view the town of Mauban, stands the monument of Jose Rizal which was built by Mauban Circle as tribute to the national hero. During the Spanish era, the hilltop used to be a place for singing and holding of Holy Week activities and rites. When the American came to this town, the hilltop served as headquarters while the lower ground as kitchen. The strategic location of the place helped in detecting incoming enemies.

 

-_Dahoyhoy Falls ---_Located at: Mauban

This falls is located at the heart of Barangay Macasin and is surrounded by different kinds of trees providing total tranquility amidst the melody of chirping birds and dancing trees. Visitors find the cascading waters therapeutic as they serve as hydro massager for tired bodies. There are two options to enjoy the unique beauty of Dahoyhoy Falls. One is by passing through two hanging bridges (6.9 meters in height, 60 meters long, 1.3 meters wide). The thrill of swinging bridge with the river below will bring a tinge in the spine for acrophobic. After the bridge crossing, a 30-minute walk from the barangay road composed of small concrete pathways to the falls will be an exciting trace for health buffs. Another option to reach the place is through a thirty-minute boat ride from Maapon River.

 

-_Kamay Ni Hesus Shrine ---_Located at: Lucban

A spiritual journey right at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, every pilgrim experiences inner joy, peace and warmth. Kamay ni Hesus Shrine is an ideal destination for pilgrims and tourists not only during the holy week and simbang gabi but during the whole ecclesiastical year. The Eucharist is celebrated almost daily; healing mass is part of Fr. Joey's everyday apostolate. Even for non catholics or non believers, Kamay ni Hesus Shrine is a serene place for everybody.

 

-_Mount Banahaw ---_Located at: Dolores

The 7,382 foot extinct volcano is famous for its mystical attributes. Unique religious rites are held every Holy Week by pilgrims who believe that Christ walked on this mountain. There are approximately 66-68 registered religious sects whose members hold rituals every Holy Week. The mountain is also a favorite site of amulet hunters. It is located at the Western Part of Quezon Province. The town of Sariaya, Lucban, Tayabas and Dolores has Mt. Banahaw as their common boundary. One can hire a jeepney from any of these towns and ask to be taken to Mt. Banahaw.

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