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Puerto Princesa sightseeing spots are well known throughout the Philppines, and their beauty has been given accolades the world over. If you are going to the capital city of Palawan, here are the sights you do not want to miss out on.
If it is your first time in the city, a good way to commence your Puerto Princesa sightseeing would be to head over to one of the many view decks available. These include the Salvacion View Deck off Honda Bay, the Buenavista View Deck (where you can see the lovely Ulugan Bay), Baker's Hill and the adjacent Sta. Monica Ranch. Each of these places will present gorgeous views of the land and seas around you.
For mountain climbing aficionados, one Puerto Princesa sightseeing option you will not want to pass up will be Cleopatra's Needle, a mountain stretching up to 1,600 meters in the sky. Although it is not as high as other peaks in the country, climbing it can still present an exciting challenge, and as anyone who has made the ascent will tell you, the view from the peak is simply breathtaking.
Puerto Princesa sightseeing extends to the beautiful surroundings in its waters, and among the many diving centers that you can enjoy are Red Cliff, Taytay Bay and Coron. Coron Bay in particular is popular not just among divers who like taking pictures of stunning coral reefs, but also those that love exploring shipwrecks, which abound in the area. There is also the El Nido Marine Reserve and Port Barton.
There are also several beaches where you can go Puerto Princesa sightseeing. You can check out Honda Bay, Napsan Beach and Nagtabon Beach, where smooth sands and clear waters await. If you would rather go island hopping, there are the Calamian Group of Islands and Apulit Island. These contain some of the most beautiful beaches in Palawan, as well as several dive sites. If you are at the Calamian Group of Islands, do not fail to visit Busuanga where several types of Philippine and African animals are kept and preserved.
Strolling around the city itself will reveal some of the finest Puerto Princesa sightseeing spots. These include the Sta. Monica Heights Park which is near the City Hall and also where spectacular views of the bay is available. There is also Freedom Park, the square near the Provincial Capitol where people can get together, and of course the City Coliseum. If you enjoy rides, there is the Enchanted Garden.
Any form of Puerto Princesa sightseeing must include a trip to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. The highlight is the underground journey through the 8 kilometer river that goes through a cave and straight into the South China Sea. While this is the main attraction, there are other visual spectacles to enjoy as well such as the exotic wildlife, the blue lagoon, and the mountain trails.
There are many more Puerto Princesa sightseeing locations you will come across when you explore the city and its surrounding environments, truly making this city and province one of the most scenic in the world.
