The province of Bohol is an island in the Philippines with Tagbilaran as its capital. Located in the Central Visayas region, Bohol is considered to be one of the largest islands in the country. The main island of Bohol is surrounded by 70 smaller islands, Panglao being the largest facing Tagbilaran City and the other one is Laping Island in the northeast. With its natural beauty and, long stretches of white, sandy beaches and hilly interior, no wonder Bohol prospered to be one of the tourist destinations in the Philippines. The climate in Bohol is generally dry with maximum rainfall between the months of June and October.

Chocolate hills

Bohol is considered to be dominated by mountainous hills. About half of the island is covered in limestone. In a place called Carmen, almost 1,200 uniformly cone-shaped limestone hills are found. During dry season especially in summer, the grasses growing on those hills have turned chocolate brown making its landscape look like it has a chocolate mould all over. Because of that indication, the name Chocolate Hills was derived. Since then, Bohol had been spotted by many local citizens and foreigners. Chocolate Hills became a popular tourist attraction in Bohol. Its popularity is not only spread out within the country but around the world as well. Because of its magnificent structure, many people when they first see pictures of Chocolate hills hardly believe that those are not a man-made artifact. Indeed, Chocolate hills will forever remain a living legend artifact.

Bohol beaches and resorts

Surely, trippers and tourists will definitely not leave Bohol unless they step in the beautiful beaches and resorts of this island. Certainly, life in Bohol wouldn’t be complete and enjoyable without the experience of Bohol beaches. Just south of Tagbilaran City you will witness the finest island in Bohol, the name resembles into Panglao island. With its clear water and white sand, it will surely take your breath away. If you’re on the search for a perfectly romantic summer getaway for beach lovers and scuba diving enthusiast, the island of Panglao is the perfect place to be. Bohol beach club is one of the recommended resorts in Panglao island. Just a few minutes away from this resort is Balicasag island, also popular for diving activities popular for local and foreign divers.

Aside from clear water beaches with white sand and the Chocolate hills, Bohol is also rich in history and nature. Bohol is known for its centuries-old churches and towers; Baklayon church is one of them; historical landmarks as well as primitive and exotic fauna and flora; nature lovers will never forget to visit Bohol’s scuba diving havens, majestic falls, caves, and the very popular Tarsier. This tiny creature that is mostly active at night is the world’s smallest monkey was rated as the planet’s cutest animal in 1997.

You can even get to see the best attractions of Bohol in a day. But to enjoy more the beauty of the island and the hospitality of its people, you need to stay at least a day in a relative’s house or one of the island’s resorts.

Here is a glimpse of what you will find to see and enjoy in Bohol.