By the Sea

It's summertime here in the Philippines! Here are my photos of some of the beaches I've been. I seldom swim. But I always took photos that captures my attention. I usually get fascinated and amazed on the different moods of the sea.
My first photo was taken at Maxima Aqua Fun in Samal Island, Davao. Wishing that someday I can experience island hopping!

I don't know what was in my mind when taking this photo. A big rock (i think this is a coral stone) with small soft waves. Very gentle.

I love this photo! It's one of my favourites! Taken in Sigaboy, Davao Oriental. The mangrove trees, the sea and the sunset. Very relaxing scenery. For me, this is an anti-stress moment. Sitting outside while sipping some coffee and reminiscing.

My next photo was taken in Caraga, Davao Oriental. Breathtaking scenery! For the first time in my life, I stood in front of Pacific Ocean! Looks like gentle waves, but its kinda a heavy one! It's like massaging your back as it hit you.

Taken in Panglao, Bohol. Waves here is different. Very gentle.

Enjoy the summer and let's hit the waves!

Baclayon Church - Bohol Philippines

One of my treks in life is visiting some old churches. Aside from the Sto. Nino Church in Cebu, I was really amazed with this one. Its like I traveled way back in 15th century. This is Baclayon Church. It is one of the preserved church by the Jesuits.

The entrance is very historic. The walls are blocks made of coral stones. Very good foundation because it stands for centuries!

Inside the church is very solemn. There is an emblem of the Jesuits, "Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam" (For the Greater Glory of God). I remembered this because I graduated from a school run by Jesuits, Ateneo de Davao University. When I entered the church, I do have goose bumps! Very nice experience to enter in the second oldest church here in Philippines.

According to the elders, this door is the entrance to the horse stables, kitchen and even jail. Because according to them, inside the church, there is a dungeon. It was used to punish natives who violated the rule of the Roman Catholic Church.

Another mysterious in this church is an image of Fr. Pio of Pietrelcina on one of the pillars of the church. He became famous for his stigmata. Stigmata is the Christ like wounds that bore in palm of ones hands. He is believed to have healing powers. He was canonized by Pope John Paul II on June 16, 2002.

This is a memorable experience in Bohol. Hope to visit more old churches someday..

Nature in Bohol

This is my third post about Bohol. All about nature.

This is the Alona Beach at Panglao. We arrived around sunset. And this is what I got! A beautiful sunset view that wants me to swim because of its gentle waves rushing to the shore.

The famous Chocolate Hills of Bohol! At last! What a wonderful creation. Amazing!

The Man-made Forest. I just love to see the leaves fall.. I want to take some photos of them falling but unfortunately we are catching up the time for the Loboc River Lunch!

Up close in personal.. A Tarsier in Tarsier Conservatory, Loboc, Bohol. Very cute!

Another first time in Bohol --- Crossing across a hanging bridge!! What freaks me most is that my colleagues are jumping and I'm in the middle of the bridge! Very nice experience! hehe

The Loboc River. Lunch while sailing along the river... Unforgettable experience with the floating restaurant!
Two thumbs up for Bohol Tour!

Bohol Bee Farm - Bohol, Philippines

Our next stop is the Bohol Bee Farm. We arrived here almost late in the afternoon. And unfortunately, the last batch of the tour has just started and we didn't made it. Well, we just ate ice cream, take note: Moringa flavor! In tagalog: Malunggay! Tastes delicious! Anyway, here are some of the photos that made me think of my dream home.. hehe

BEE MINE! This decor caught my attention. So sweet!

This is their diving area. I don't have an idea if this is a spring water. The water is very tempting for swimming.

Their lounge. Comfy and cozy.

Their restaurant.. It's like eating at home! With the fresh air around

Till my next feature!

Hinagdanan Cave - Bohol, Philippines

Our next stop is the Hinagdanan Cave. According to the locals, it is called Hinagdanan because it means "laddered". It is an underground cave with a beautiful lagoon inside.

Here are some of my photos inside the cave. Beautiful natural light from the cave's outside.

Amazing rock formations like these stalactites.

They said it is very cool to swim here. It was not tempting me. Know why? I don't know how true. But the locals told us it is 15 meters deep. I just dip my foot and feel its cool and relaxing water. :-)

Another amazing spot in the cave are these wall paintings. Kinda creepy.

Hope someday you can visit Bohol too. A two thumbs up for a vacation.

Dauis Church - Bohol, Philippines

It was my first time in Bohol! Two days full of memorable experiences.. March 16, 2012.. My first step in Bohol. hehe With my officemates, we decided to take a vacation. And here we are! Here are my photos in Dauis Church. I was really amazed in their architecture. As if I time traveled way back in centuries.

The ceiling of the church..

A wall painting of the Last Supper...

The spring water inside the church. Known for its miraculous healing power. Got one bottle for my family. It is not for sale. Just give money for a donation.

The outside of the church.