Panglao International Airport 6 hr 5
Silliman University Church (7 min) Dumaguete Belfry (6 min) Stone watchtower built in the early 1800's to look out for pirates with a Catholic grotto. Mount Talinis (35 min) Popular 1,903-m. mountain with hornlike peaks, known for its hiking trails, lakes & deep forests. Quezon Park (6 min) City park with a playground, vintage cannons & a gazebo, hosting community events. Silliman University Anthropology Museum (8 min) Collections of ethnographic & archaeological artifacts on display in a bright 1909 wood building. #DumaGetMe Signage (8 min) Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park (59 min) Forested volcanic landscape named after a pair of deep crater lakes contained within it. Sumilon Island (1 hr 30) Tropical island marine sanctuary with white-sand beaches & coral reefs, plus resort amenities. Casaroro Falls (25 min) A steep, long staircase leads to this scenic waterfall site, popular for swimming & picnicking. St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral Parish (6 min) Catholic cathedral completed in 1776, with stained-glass windows & an ornate, stone bell tower. Pulangbato Falls Valencia (30 min) Scenic attraction with a waterfall over red rocks, a natural swimming pool below & a hanging bridge. Silliman Hall (8 min) Stick-style family house museum offering cultural exhibits with artifacts from as early as 200 BCE. Lake Balinsasayao (59 min) Biodiverse crater lake attracting visitors for birdwatching, paddle boating & picnics. Campanario de Dumaguete (6 min) Imposing coral-stone tower, built in the 18th century as a watchtower, with a belfry added in 1867. Freedom Park (9 min) Relaxed park with walking paths, lawns, a fountain & occasional cultural festivities. |