HONOR the hallowed halls
of the country’s oldest Islamic site of worship.
MOSQUE
24 SIMUNUL
Tubig Indangan, Simunul, Tawi-Tawi
What to expect
Site of the mosque built
by an Arab trader in 1380.
The original pillars can still
be seen inside the newer structure.
Islamic culture and traditions.
Small nearby islands
with exquisite beaches.
How to get there
From the main island of Bongao, take
the boat that goes to Tubig Indangan.
Be prepared to stay overnight.
Trips to Simunul are available only
between 11:00 AM to 12:00 NN.
Return trips are scheduled
at 8:00 AM the next day.
What to wear
Decent clothes.
When going to the beaches,
women must avoid
wearing skimpy outfits.
A rash guard is ideal
for those who want to
take a dip.
It pays to know
If you have a bit more time,
the rest of the Tawi-tawi islands
are worth exploring.
When to go
December to March
to avoid both the hot
and rainy seasons.
REVEL in Christmas merriment,
displayed with such exuberance.
CITY
25 TANGUB
Misamis Occidental
What to expect
Creativity and ingenuity
as the entire place is covered
with lanterns, arches, and
other symbols of holiday cheer.
A grand view of Panguil Bay
from nearby Fertig Hill,
Highland Park.
What to do
Enjoy the Christmas spirit
to the utmost.
Have your fill of shrimps,
mud crabs, exotic seafood,
evergreen mangoes.
When to go
November to January,
for the Christmas season.
How to get there
Fly from Manila, sail from Cebu,
or take a bus from Cagay