Roca Encantada Review
Roca Encantada or "Enchanted Rock" is known for the 1910 heritage mansion built by the Lopez Clan in honor of Dona Presentacion Hofilena Lopez. It overlooks the beachfront that opens out to the Iloilo Strait.
Roca Encantada or "Enchanted Rock" is known for the 1910 heritage mansion built by the Lopez Clan in honor of Dona Presentacion Hofilena Lopez. It overlooks the beachfront that opens out to the Iloilo Strait.
This 18th century Spanish colonial lighthouse is one of the stunning historical landmarks of Guimaras. It is located in a natural enclave filled with rock formations, tropical foliage and clear waters.
The Pitstop infuses Guimaras' famous mangoes into their dishes. Specialties include mango pizza, mango bulalo (beef stew), and pork adobo with a twist.
This small island located in Barangay Lawi, Jordan is known for its white sands and rock formations. It can be seen from Alubihod Beach resort in Nueva Valencia, Guimaras.
See where Guimaras' world-famous sweet mangoes are grown at Oro Verde Mango Plantation. The farm covers 240-hectares with around 45,000 trees that produce export-quality mangoes.
This private holiday home is located on a quiet beachfront property. It can be rented out for private vacations, weddings, and other gatherings up to 40 pax.
Balaan Bukid Shrine is a popular pilgrimage site for Roman Catholics especially during Holy Week. It is marked by the 14 Stations of the Cross and a huge crucifix that is visible from the Iloilo City coast. It also has a lighthouse.
The Philippines' smallest plaza is found in Guimaras Island. It was once recognized by the Guinness World Records as the smallest plaza in the world. It contains a statue of Filipino National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal.
Meditation Hills is a peaceful place for meditation and worship. The hill contains the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, which was constructed after the visions of a grotto appeared in Atty. Jose O. Villanueva's dreams. The grotto sits at the hilltop owned by the Villanueva family.
This ecotourism destination offers educational tours about the 4.6-hectare park. It is a project of the Roxas City Government in partnership with Katunggan sa Culajao Salbaron Association (KACUSA), Inc. & PEW Fellows Program in Marine Conservation Mangrove reservation. It is home to 19 mangrove species, 11 bird species, 23 shellfish species, 10 mollusk species, 7 fish species, and 8 insect species.