BILIRAN is an Island Province in the Philippines located in Eastern Visayas (Region VIII). It is one of the country's
smallest and newest provinces. Formerly it is a
sub-province of Leyte, it became an
independent province in 1992. Biliran
was known before as Isla de Panamao and the dictionary also gives Biliran its
alternative name bilir, which was
defined in an old Visayan dictionary as ‘’corner or edge of boat vase or anything protruding like veins, or the furrow made by the
plow.” Recorded population as of 2010 was 48,799 which made it the
fifth least populous province in the country, and the smallest in the region.
The inhabitants of Biliran primarily speak Cebuano, Waray and Tagalog languages.
This Island is a beautiful tropical
paradise with high volcanic mountains and beaches in nearly every bay along its
shoreline. It is truly unspoilt paradise, and has become a great
tourist spot. It was known for its sweet and clear water, and visited for its
rich resources. If you’re up for a nature trip, you’ll never go wrong with Biliran: waterfalls, white beaches and islands that
everyone can enjoy. This hidden paradise will take you to a different world
where you can relax. Massive choices of adventure you can experience. Some
of the tourists usually hike on mountains to see very unique waterfalls and
land off to hot springs. Falls have been one of the tourist attractions here in
Biliran.
There are thirty (30) recorded falls in entire province. Tourists also enjoyed island hopping where they could experience extreme adventure such as exploring caves and diving. Biliran has good selection of hotels, resorts and lodges to choose from. Rates are also reasonable. You don’t need to spend a lot of money just to experience this paradise. You’ll be surprised with the many things that are undiscovered and amazingly beautiful. Philippines has always been one of the rich in its natural resources.
I've been to some tourist spots in Biliran like this paradise island called Sambawan Island. What our very own province have, really what makes me proud of. Preserving such rich spots helps out our tourism to grow. Those people who can’t afford having vacation to places as luxurious as boracay and Palawan will have their chance taking their family to much less expenses. You may have traveled rough roads but it paid off.
Biliran
has always been one of the best tourist spots here in the Philippines.May you enjoy staying such hidden paradise.
