Palawan is a long but narrow group of islands in the west of the Philippines. Cadlao Island, the largest island in El Nido, is famous for its white beaches, caves and spectacular birdlife. Palawan is the top travel destination in the Philippines. You will not only see, feel and touch your experiences, but you will also be able to travel back in time to take on a journey to the past. Palawan is an island province of the Philippines located in the MIMAROPA region. Its capital is Puerto Princesa City , and it is the largest province in the country in terms of total area of jurisdiction.
Palawan is an idyllic paradise with an invitingly calm atmosphere and nature themes of tropical bliss. It is a fine getaway from the tiring daily grind of work and an ideal place to take a time out from life's pressures. Palawan is definitely a paradise for adventure seekers and nature lovers. This place can be reached within an hour and five minutes flight from Manila to the capital city of Palawan, Puerto Princesa or a 20-hour trip by sea. Palawan islands Philippines is generally mountainous but not volcanic. Mantalingajan is the highest peak in the province at 2086 meters.
Palawan is called the last frontier because many of its wilderness are not yet explored. Its forests extends up to the shore where a lot of wildlife could be seen. Palawan is an extraordinary delight situated at the west-most boundary of the Philippines islands, southwest of the capital city Manila. The weather is suitable for travelers who love the fusion of golden sun, pristine, aqua blue and turquoise green waters, and some of the Philippines finest white sand beaches.
Palawan is special for its natural beauty - the undercut limestone cliffs and palm-fringed beaches. But the extra ingredient that contributes so much is people. Palawan is home to many tribal groups such as the Tau Batu, the Batak, the Tagbanua, and one such Palawano tribe was just discovered as late as 1997 which is an offshoot of the Tau Batu. A large population of Muslims also live in Palawan mainly to the south. Palawan is a great and mysterious place to visit. It will give you the chance to feel like you are living in a sanctuary.
Palawan is also a perfect spot for activities such as sunbathing, swimming and water sports. It is blessed with a rich underwater world with beautiful corals, caves, exotic fish species, and other marine life which is best explored on snorkeling and diving in Palawan. PALAWAN is, indeed, increasingly being recognized nationwide and internationally as a prime tourist destination. El Nido, Palawan was featured in the Leg 12 of the Amazing Race Season 5 where the teams had to climb a 150-foot (46m) rock wall (Lagen wall) and find their next clue in one of four giant clams. Ploning , a film shot in the island of Cuyo, Palawan, is the Official Entry of the Philippines to the to the 81st Academy awards (OSCARS) for the Best Foreign Language Film Category.
