In Southeast Asia, in the Pacific Ocean, on seven thousand large and small islands the state of the Philippines is located. All these islands, the largest of which are Mindanao, Luzon, Panay, Leite, Samar, Negros and others, belong to the Malay Archipelago. Here mountainous terrain predominates. The highest mountain, a volcano called Apo, is on the island of Mindanao. Along the coast of this island lies one of the deepest places in the entire world ocean - the Philippine trench, whose depth exceeds 10800 m. The capital of the Philippines is located on the island of Luzon - this is the city of Manila.
Resorts of the Philippines
The climate on the islands of the Philippines is tropical, transforming into a subequatorial one. The sea water temperature reaches 28 ° C. Thanks to such excellent conditions, luxurious beaches, amazingly rich flora and fauna, the Philippines has earned the deserved attention as one of the most attractive resort places in the whole world. Popular resorts of the Philippines are on the islands of Mindoro, Bohol, Cebu, Boracay , etc.
The main center of local tourism is the island of Cebu - the second largest in the Philippines archipelago. Here tourists like to rest from small to large. They are attracted by chic white beaches, beautiful tropical vegetation, and also comfortable hotels.
On the island of Bohol is worth visiting the most interesting marine reserve, the steep wall of which falls under the water to a depth of four hundred meters. There are many sea turtles, sponges, various species of fish and other marine life.
The best beach in the world is called the small island of Boracay in the Philippines, shaped like a butterfly. This is the real night capital of Filipino life. In numerous restaurants located on the entire coast of the island, music is constantly heard, various parties are held. Here you can enjoy a sea delicacy or taste a culinary masterpiece of any cuisine in the world. Boracay is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippines. Exotic tropical nature, white beaches with silky sand, natural caves and emerald sea - all this will not leave indifferent any tourist.
The islands of Puerto Galera, Balikasag and Anilão are often visited by professionals of diving and underwater photography. For lovers of such sea voyages, it's also interesting to visit the island of Subic Day , near which there are wrecks on the seabed. The island of Shiagaro is an excellent place for surfing in the Philippines.
A unique mix of western and eastern cultures is the island of Manila . Here you can visit the Catholic cathedral and the ancient Spanish fort, and after that to make shopping in a modern shopping center.
Sugar plantations, crystal clear sea water with white sand beaches, a lot of colored coral reefs - this is the whole island of Mindoro.
If you are a fan of mountain recreation, the Philippine archipelago will seem to you a paradise. There are numerous mountaineering routes. For admirers of hiking, there are many paths that offer superb views of the sea and the rocks.
When is the best time to relax in the Philippines?
Typically, for leisure in the Philippines, tourists choose the time from November to April. But in other seasons to visit the islands will be very interesting.
Every tourist who has visited the Philippines will receive a lot of unforgettable impressions. Any of the local islands is unique and interesting in its own way, so there is no definitive answer to the question of which island to choose for a holiday in the Philippines. It all depends on your wishes and interests.
