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Bohol Escapade: Clarin Ancestral House

May 15, 2009 · Leave a Comment

You’ll find quite a number of old – no, verrrry old – structures in Bohol. And its so surprising that most of them have been preserved for the future generations. Like the Clarin Ancestral House in Loay.

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This ancestral house was owned by Don Aniceto Velez Clarin, a former  governor of Bohol. The house has been converted into a museum with the family’s collection of antiques and is maintained by his descendants.

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Bohol Escapade: Loboc Bridge

May 13, 2009 · Leave a Comment

There’s an unfinished bridge in the town of Loboc that has been turned into a tourist spot. The Alfonso L. Uy Promenade or more popularly known as Loboc Bridge.

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According to the locals, this bridge was built not to be able to connect the two sides of the river but because of a hidden treasure.

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Bohol Escapade: Loboc Church

May 11, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Another magnificent stone church in Bohol is the Loboc Church.

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It is near the Loboc Bridge and was once threatened to be demolished for the hidden treasures underneath it. It is also home to the Loboc Childrens Choir.

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Bohol Escapade: Loboc River

May 8, 2009 · Leave a Comment

The famous Loboc River. One of the green rivers in the province of Bohol.

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Its also famous for the Loboc River Cruise. A 45 minute cruise of the river with matching meals (lunch or dinner) that will not only fill your eyes with sites, but also your tummies.

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Bohol Escapade: Hanging Bridge

May 6, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Another famous toursit destination in Bohol is the Hanging Bridge.

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It is located in the Municipality of Sevilla, Bohol.

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