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The island of Palawan in the Philippines is famed for its pristine white sandy beaches and untouched forests, making this a real haven for nature lovers who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the modern world for a while. Visitors who enjoy Shopping and Eating will also be in their element here, and what follows is a brief overview of what is available.
Shopping and dining in Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa is the capital of Palawan and this is an ideal venue to indulge in a spot of shopping between seeing the sights and soaking up the sun on the beach. At the end of the day, most visitors turn their attention to the city's restaurants, which range from modestly priced establishments that specialise in local fare to up market restaurants that offer fine dining.
Shopping and dining in Coron
The charming town of Coron is also blessed with its fair share of shops, while the bustling Coron Market is a great place to purchase fresh produce as well as souvenir t-shirts and a whole host of items that tend to be popular with tourists. Most of the eateries here cater to local people, although there are a few larger establishments that also serve a selection of international dishes such as burgers and fries.
Handicrafts
Shoppers who want to pick up locally produced handicrafts during their visit to Palawan will find plenty of different types of items to choose from. among the most popular examples are rattan and wickerwork baskets and placemats, while Palawan is also known for its colourful cloth, which can also be transformed into items such as bags, belts and clothing.
Jewellery
The silver jewellery that is available in Palawan is a real favourite among shoppers. Silver jewellery is particularly popular here and is sold at shops and stalls all over the island, while the talented people of Palawan are also able to make jewellery from just about anything from beads and bones to leather and feathers.
Souvenir Shops
Tourists who want to purchase keepsakes and gifts will find a wide range of items to choose from. T-shirts and key rings are popular the world over and Palawan is no exception, while other popular types of souvenirs include woodwork and ceramics as well a unique pieces of artwork.
Local food
Palawan is the perfect place to try traditional Filipino cuisine, and there are dozens of excellent dishes available here. Among those that prove popular with tourists is laing, which is a dish of taro leaves that are cooked in coconut milk, while adobong kangkong is popular with vegetarians as it is simply seasoned sauted water spinach.
International food
Visitors who are looking for a taste of home will find a large number of restaurants that serve authentic Western food scattered all over Palawan and particularly in Puerto Princesa. The island is also famed for its large number of Vietnamese noodle houses, while lovers of French and Italian food will also be well catered for in Palawan.
Seafood
Being an island, freshly caught seafood is never far from the top of the menu in Palawan. Many of the leading hotels in Palawan serve freshly caught seafood in their restaurants, and these are great places to relax and unwind at the end of the day while indulging in dishes such as crab and lobster as well as a drink or two.
