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Source: Bohol (Wikipedia)

From the world-famous Chocolate Hills to cute tarsiers to sweet peanut kisses--the province of Bohol is one of the Philippines' most visited islands for both local and foreign travelers.

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put its tourism industry to a standstill.

Now here's a bit of good news. It was recently announced that Bohol is gearing up to reopen its borders to local tourists starting on November 15.

Visitors are of course still required to adhere to health protocols including signing a 72-hour negative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test result before entering the province.

Still, the thought of Bohol being accessible once more to travelers is a big step towards normalcy after the months-long lockdown and quarantine period.

If you're planning to visit Bohol, you might also want to include the following spots in your itinerary.

While certainly not hidden gems, these places can often be overlooked especially for those traveling with limited time.

So get your notes ready and jot down these wonderful places to make your Bohol vacation more worthwhile.

Hinagdanan Cave

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Stunning with its beautiful rock formations, large stalactites and stalagmites, deep lagoon, and natural light emanating through holes.

This natural wonder is located in Dauis on Panglao Island and ideal for adventurous nature lovers.

Can-Umantad Falls

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The tallest waterfall in Bohol is a natural tourist magnet.

Visitors are in awe of its majestic presence, made more striking by the imposing rock formation and lush trees surrounding it.

It has three layers thus adding more visual drama to the sight of the cascading water.

Cadapdapan Rice Terraces

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We've all heard about the famous Ifugao Rice Terraces from the north.

But Bohol has a similar (albeit smaller) treasure of its own called the Cadapdapan Rice Terraces.

Like its popular counterpart, no one exactly knows its origin.

What's certain though is the admirable ingenuity displayed by the early Boholanos in constructing this natural wonder.

Cadapdapan Rice Terraces are well-maintained and looks magnificent with its lush surroundings.

Punta Watch Tower

Source: Punta Watch Tower (Wikipedia)

Those looking for a piece of history should visit this Spanish-era watchtower located in Maribojoc, Bohol.

The Fort of Saint Vincent Ferrer, popular referred to as Punta Watch Tower, was constructed to serve as a lookout against pirates from the southern part of the country.

This tower is renowned for being the only perfect isosceles triangle tower in the Philippines.

Despite suffering significant damages following the 2013 earthquake, this historical landmark remains standing with restoration works being done to preserve its beauty.

Habagat Wreck

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Avid divers have surely heard about this destination site at Danao Beach in Panglao Island.

Deep-sea adventurers love going here to see for themselves the shipwreck sunk in 2000 and now lies 35 meters deep.

Aside from the wreckage, divers will get to see various fish species inhabiting the area.

Baclayon Church

Source: Baclayon Church (Wikipedia)

Old structures are always fascinating even for non-history nerds.

The La Purisima Concepcion de la Virgen Maria Parish Church or Baclayon Church was erected in 1596 and is the oldest Catholic Church in Bohol.

The church is recognized even internationally for its historical significance.

Unfortunately, the church sustained major damages after the 2013 Bohol earthquake.

Restoration works were quickly carried out and the church was reopened on February 27, 2018.