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Welcome to Tourist Spots Philippines

mayonvolcanophilipinesWelcome to tourist-spots-philippines, a blog created for those who want to see and know the beauty and wonders of the Philippine Island.

I created this blog to show you the different tourist spots in Philippines, and to inform you the latest information about Philippine travel and tourism.

If you are a foreigner who is planning to visit our country and you are thinking what places are best to visit, then you come to the right place. I will show you the best tourist spots in the Philippines. You will also read tips to save your time and money so you could enjoy your stay in our country. I am proud to say that this country is the second-largest archipelago in the world. It has more than 7,100 islands and one of the great destinations in Southeast Asia.Philippine Banca It is a place of natural wonders and it has some of the world's best diving and snorkeling, including wreck diving in Coron, Palawan. If you will visit Donsol, you will have the opportunity to swim with the whale sharks. Philippines is also a wonderful place to visit fantastic landscape like the Banaue Rice Terraces, Mayon Volcano in Albay, Chocolate Hills in Bohol and Boracay beach.

If you are a Filipino and never had the opportunity to visit the different tourist spots in our country, then this is your time and your opportunity to explore our beloved Philippines through reading this blog.

Below are the highlights of this blog:

  • Information About The Philippines. This section will show you the basic stuffs of my country. This is very important to know before you visit Philippines. You will read here about the weather, currency, basic info about government, culture and tradition. Read more……
  • Baguio Tourist Spots.This place is known as the “Summer capital of Philippines.” Baguio is one of the most visited tourist spot in Philippines especially during summer. It’s cool breeze and the warm welcome of its local people makes this place as one of the top destinations of Philippines. I will list here Baguio’s tourist spots like Mines View, Burham Park, PMA Academy, Botanical Garden etc. You will also read here the best place to stay if you are planning to visit Baguio. Read more…….
  • Manila Tourist Spots. SM Mall of Asia, Manila Ocean Park, Baywalk, Luneta Park, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, National Museum – these are the places that you should not miss once you visit Manila. There are also lots of things you can do in this place aside from sightseeing. You can go shopping, bar hopping with your friends,or enjoy the local cuisine that Filipinos enjoy. You will read the latest information that you need to know if you will visit Manila. Read more…..
  • Bohol Tourist Spots. This place is well know for its Chocolate Hills,Floating Restaurant (you should not miss this), old churches, and parks. This place is also proud of its “Tarsier” – the smallest primate in the world. Enjoy the fun that Bohol will offer you. Read more……
  • Palawan Tourist Spots. Palawan is a narrow archipelago on the western border of the Philippines. This place is known for its natural wonders. This place is also home for Japanese sunken battleships and freighters at depth of 10 and 40 meters. This place is also haven for mountaineers and hikers. Read more…..

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Sandugo in Bohol

Simply Butterflies Conservation Center

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Ayala Museum

Coconut Palace Manila

Philippine Veterans Museum

Mall of Asia Philippines

Ark Avilon Zoo

Bamboo Organ in Las Pinas

Fort Santiago Photos

Here are some photos taken by amateur and professional photographers. These photos will show you some landmarks of Fort Santiago.


fort santiago ticket booth

Fort Santiago Ticket Booth. You need to buy first a ticket before you can enter the Fort. This picture was taken by Yoj.


OUTER PART OF FORT SANTIAGO

fort santiago president's gallery

Fort Santiago President’s Gallery. This place showcases images of Philippine president from the founding of the Philippine Republic up to the present.


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Presidents Gallery


fort santiago picnic area

Fort Santiago Picnic Area. A good place to take a rest while having lunch or snack. Photo was taken from Trip Advisor


fort santiago plaza moriones

Fort Santiago Plaza Moriones. This place was used as a parade ground for Spanish soldiers.


INNER PART OF FORT SANTIAGO

Fort Santiago entrance gate

Fort Santiago Main Gate. The stone walls are 8 feet thick and 22 feet high. The main entrance is 40 feet high. Above the arch is the coat of arms of the Spanish. It was erected between 1589 – 1592. This photo was taken from Manila Photos.


fort santiago moats

Fort Santiago Moat. This moat was a good defense used by Spaniards against invaders. This water is connected to Pasig River.This photo was taken from Philippine Travel Guide.


fort santiago almacenes reales

Fort Santiago Almaceres Reales. This building was used by the Spaniards as a warehouse and was built in 1591. Goods that were unloaded from the galleon were put into this storehouse.


Fort Santiago Medio Baluarte de San Francisco

Fort Santiago Medio Baluarte de San Francisco and Baluarte de San Miguel was used by the Spaniards as fortresses.


fort santiago jose rizal prison cell

Fort Santiago Jose Rizal Shrine.This is where Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last days before he was executed at Bagumbayan (Luneta Park). Some memorabilias of Dr. Jose Rizal were also exhibit here.


fort santiago pustego de la nuesta senora del soledad

Fort Santiago Pustego de la Nuesta Senora del Soledad This gate was used by the Spaniards as an exit to Pasig River. It was also used by the Spanish Governor to escape when British forces invaded Manila in 1782.


Fort Santiago Memorial Cross

Fort Santiago Memorial. This cross was erected to pay respect to the 600 Filipinos who were tortured and died during the Japanese occupation.


for santiago baluarte de sta barbara

Fort Santiago Baluarte de Santa Barbara. This building was used as one of the prison cells for Filipino guerillas and POWs during the Japanese occupation. It was also used as a fortress by the Spaniards.


fort santiago dungeons

Fort Santiago Dungeon. This is one of the dungeons in Fort Santiago. For hundreds of years, this dungeon was used for political prisoners, and criminals.





Tubbataha Reef Marine Park

Subterranean River National Park

Bohol Festivals

Bohol Ancestral Houses

Bohol Caves

Bohol Old Churches

Calauit Game Preserve and Wildlife Sanctuary Palawan


Blood Compact in Bohol

Boayan Island Palawan