Oriental mindoro Travel guide
Kuta (Anilao, Bongabong). Constructed by the Jesuits during the early part of the Spanish Era, Kuta is the oldest Spanish fortress in the country. It includes old Spanish cannons and a Spanish boat.
Baluarte in Lumang-Bayan (Lumang Bayan, Naujan). A watch tower was erected on top of a hill overlooking the Bay, used by the Christian settlers to warn the townspeople of Muslim raiders.
The Cross at Muelle. Located at the Puerto Galera town proper. This marble cross is one of the historical landmarks of Puerto Galera. It was erected to commemorate the sinking of the battleship Canonero Mariveles at the Manila Channel on November 18, 1879.
Mangyan Settlement (Brgy. Dulangan, Baco). Ethnic groups known as the Bukids are found in the mountains of Batongan and Siange.
Escavation Museum. Located at the Puerto Galera town proper. It houses several collections of Chinese and Siamese pottery from the 15th to the 19th centuries and Ming Dynasty burial jars as well as fine collection of shells.
Baclayan Mangyan Settlement (Puerto Galera). It is an area reserved for Mangyans under the auspices of Fr. Erwin Thiel of the SVD Missionary.
Hidden Paradise (Baco). It is a natural spring with a swimming pool and picnic cottages.
Alibatan Island. Located at northeast of Bacunagan Points. It is a five-hectare island noted for its white sand. A half-hectare lake is found in the island. The place serves as the breeding place for seagulls and turtles. Oral and oysters can be found all around the area. The island is also called the "Target Island" because bombing practices in 1946 were made in this place by the Americans staying in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro.
Buyayao Island. Located off the coast of Mansalay. This island is rocky except for the area facing Buyayao Peninsula. Big snakes called "sobre kama" are found in the mountains. The waters around are suited for deep sea fishing.
Mt. Halcon (Baco). Towering 8,488 feet above sea level, it is the country's third highest peak.
Suqui Beach (Suqui, Calapan). It is a public beach built with cottages and other facilities.
Banilad Beach (Pili, Pinamalayan). A good spot for picnicking and swimming.
Bongol Beach (Bongol, Pinamalayan). It is a secluded beach with a two-kilometer white sand beach.
Tamaraw Falls (Brgy. Villaflor, Puerto Galera). It is a 423-ft. waterfalls located alongside the road. The cascading waterfalls attract the attention of passers-by.
La Laguna Beach (Laguna, Puerto Galera). This area is more popular for its social life than for swiming and snorkeling. Cottages stand close to each other with entertainment facilities available.
Sabang Beach. Located east of Puerto Galera. This area is more popular for its social life than for swimming or snorkeling. Cottages stand close to each other with entertainment facilities available.
Small La Laguna. Located beside Sabang Beach. It has coral reefs, good for snorkeling and scuba diving. There are diving equipment for rent at nearby dive shops. Contrary to its name, it is bigger than La Laguna and has more facilities.
Talipanan Beach (Puerto Galera). The area is not as busy as the other beaches located in Puerto Galera. Good site for swimming with privacy.
White Beach (Brgy. San Isidro, Puerto Galera). It has nice beaches good for swimming with some entertainment facilities.
Punta Guarda Beach (Puerto Galera). A beach far from the busy areas of Puerto Galera. It is good for those who seek privacy and retreat from the home.
Melco Beach (Roxas). It is a beige-colored sandy beach with cottages for rent.
Simbahang Bato (Brgy. Bancuro, Naujan). It is an old church with a chapel constructed on its original site.
How to get there
By land, take the BLTB or JAM bus from Manila going to Batangas City /Pier. The trip takes 2 hours. After which take the ferry boat bound for Calapan. Travel time is 45 mins to 2 hours. Ferry boat going to Puerto Galera takes 45 mins to 2 hours.
asian spirit or air phil , on the other hand, flies to San Jose, Occidental Mindoro from Manila everyday.
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