lakwatsera
06-07-2009, 03:46 PM
Banton Island is a hidden paradise nestled in the heart of the Philippines, Romblon Province. It showcases untouched forests, pristine beaches, rich history, and a colorful culture and tradition found only on this side of the country yet far from the hustle and bustle of other tourist destinations like Boracay, Palawan and Puerto Galera.
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Banton Island is a rocky volcanic island situated in the Maghali Island Group of Romblon Province, around 7-12 hours south of Manila. This island municipality of more than 6,000 people is surrounded by the Sibuyan Sea which boasts one of the most preserved marine life in the Philippines.
My to do List
1. Take a good camera with you. The island offers a lot wonderful scenery for photography.
2. Hop on the walls of Fuerza de San Jose to view of the island’s rich architectural history.
3. Visit Ugat Faigao Museum and Library for a short course on Banton history.
4. Learn basic Asi at Asi Studies Center for Culture and the Arts
5. Ride a habal-habal around the island for Php 45.00
6. Get your diving gear and take the plunge at the island’s Northeast Wall.
7. Go spelunking at the Moro Caves (also called the Taguan ng mga Moros).
8. Go rock climbing at Matagar Point in Hipit (equipment needed though).
9. Buy various marble souvenirs at the Town Bazaar
10. Go island hopping by visiting Bantoncillo and the Dos Hermanas.
11. For mountain climbers, traverse the heights of Mount Ampongo.
12. Try the local dishes and delicacies by attending barangay fiestas.
For more info : http://tourism-philippines.com/banton-island/
http://tourism-philippines.com/images/banton-island.jpg
Banton Island is a rocky volcanic island situated in the Maghali Island Group of Romblon Province, around 7-12 hours south of Manila. This island municipality of more than 6,000 people is surrounded by the Sibuyan Sea which boasts one of the most preserved marine life in the Philippines.
My to do List
1. Take a good camera with you. The island offers a lot wonderful scenery for photography.
2. Hop on the walls of Fuerza de San Jose to view of the island’s rich architectural history.
3. Visit Ugat Faigao Museum and Library for a short course on Banton history.
4. Learn basic Asi at Asi Studies Center for Culture and the Arts
5. Ride a habal-habal around the island for Php 45.00
6. Get your diving gear and take the plunge at the island’s Northeast Wall.
7. Go spelunking at the Moro Caves (also called the Taguan ng mga Moros).
8. Go rock climbing at Matagar Point in Hipit (equipment needed though).
9. Buy various marble souvenirs at the Town Bazaar
10. Go island hopping by visiting Bantoncillo and the Dos Hermanas.
11. For mountain climbers, traverse the heights of Mount Ampongo.
12. Try the local dishes and delicacies by attending barangay fiestas.
For more info : http://tourism-philippines.com/banton-island/