Dumaguete: A Gentle Respite




Last October 2012, I decided to make my first solo travel, I went to Dumaguete, a city situated southeastern tip in the island of Negros, before I embarked on that bold journey, I made a thorough research on what to-do's and where to-go's  known to many as the City of Gentle people, true enough people were really accommodating and warm I don't sense any intimidation to the people I met, one example will be the traveler's lodge that I stayed in, she just gave me a great discount if I am going to return along with my friends (wouldn't be that so perfect?!) Anyways, moving forward, I got a chance to cruise along the thoroughfares of the city. First stop, the Rizal Boulevard is said to be Jose Rizal's stopovers before ot headed to Dapitan, a lane of century old trees embellished the whole stretch where one can really enjoy the sea breeze and overlooking the island of Siquijor, within the boulevard you can find a strip of bars where you can a enjoy a bottle of beer and a good conversation with old and new friends.






 A corner away is the city's famous landmark, the Silliman University, tourists are allowed to stroll inside the campus, once you step in on the school grounds never miss the old facades  of american architecture that reflects its rich university history.






 Finally, one of Dumaguete's iconic structure is the Dumaguete belfry located within the century-old St. Catherine of Alexandria Church it was built during the Spanish period to alert natives from the muslim pirates in search for slaves. Overall, my Dumaguete stay  was a wonderful experience and  that they lived up to its moniker as the city of gentle people, truly, indeed, by the warmth and hospitality by Dumaguetenos one can really go back and enjoy the city's laidback feel one more time.
Lokasyon: City of Dumaguete, Philippines

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Sidetrip: Lake 77

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The sun is at its highest and the sky is at its bluest, the fluffy clouds mirrors in this vast body of water. Located in Brgy. Burbo-anan, Bislig City, before you reach the majestic Tinuy-an Falls, Lake 77 will take your breath away first. Established in 1977 ( Where the name of the lake is derived) This former reservoir of a defunct paper mill company now adding to the growing tourism industry of Bislig.
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Bacolod City: Multitude of Sugar and Smiles

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Talikud Island: An Indelible Reverie

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Its 8 o’clock in the morning a pump boat docked in Sta Ana wharf patiently waited for us as well as the radiant smiles and fervent hugs by my relatives greeted us as we were reunited again. Together with my family and relatives we embarked in an island tour experience 1 specifically in Talikud Island . Angel's Cove First stop, the Angel's Cove according to the captain of the ship it is 15 feet deep, the stunning blue green waters lures us to jump and enjoys its ethereal charm. Babusanta Resort Second stop, the boat headed for Babusanta Resort for lunch. We shared delectable dishes prepared by my mom and aunts. A gastronomic banquet indeed! After we ate, we did some picture takings, bonding and we rest for awhile and savor the outlandish nature of Babusanta. I was really enthralled by the scenery offered by the place. Coral Garden Few minutes later we went back to the boat and set off in the equally ultramarine waters of the Coral Garden . Even kids can take
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