Location: Dumaguete City
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Dumaguete /duːməˈɡɛtɛ/, officially the City of Dumaguete, (Cebuano: Dakbayan sa Dumaguete; Filipino: Lungsod ng Dumaguete), or simply as Dumaguete City, is a 3rd class city in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 131,377 people.
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1. Mount Talinis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By FloatingTummy - Singapore, Singapore
Chris guides this trek for 18yrs. very fit guy. knows the route inside out and the villagers along the trek. lots of knowledge. we chat everything under the sun. he is not pushy, followed my pace and gave me time for pictures. 2 routes available: route 1 (loop): start at casaroro falls entrance, twin falls, kaipohan sulphur vents, lake nailig, summit, back to lake nailig, lake yagumyum, sulphur vents, return to entrance of casaroro falls. route 2 (transverse): start at casaroro falls entrance, twin falls, kaipohan sulphur vents, lake nailig, summit, back to lake nailig, lake yagumyum, end at bidiao at dauin which is also at dauin geothermal exploration project. trek from casaroro falls to summit is 10km. from summit to bidiao is 7km. althou the 7km seems shorter, it is not easy getting down as most of the rocks were covered with green moss and slippery tree roots. trek is usually done in 2days where you camp at lake nailig. the temp at the lake can dip to 10degrees or lower. not wanting to subject myself to torture and bringing additional load, i opt for route 2, day hike, 2L water, packed lunch, wore a tshirt and shorts, trek shoes with good tracksion, good socks!, started at 6am. bring plaster in case of blisters or paste it over toes beforehand. wear long pants n long sleeves if you are afraid of getting cuts by tall grass or plants. there is no mosquito and buys but alot of spider webs. took me 4hrs from start to summit and 4hrs from summit to bidiao. i am a avid trekker, fit and my pace was fast with rest points while taking pics along the trek, the summit and a 15mins lunch. trekking permit is required for the trek and the route can be confusing for many as there were many routes on the mountain without signages. glad i hired a guide! if you are trekking this for the first time, start early and expect double the time required. the steps up are very high and requires you holding to the roots to pull urself up and some crawling on all fours to squeeze your way under fallen trees. His rates as of Feb 2019 (guide ratio 1:3): overnight trek p750/day (the guest bring food for themselves and for the guide. guest bring own camping equipments) p850/day (the guest pay the guide to bring his own food. guest bring own camping equipments) day trek p1500 (the guest bring food for themselves and for the guide) p1700 (the guest pay the guide to bring his own food) *note that if you select route 2, you have to pay for the guide transportation back to valencia town for p350 (habal habal hire) *note also you can rent camping equipments from chris at additional cost contact him via facebook messenger, glecerio chris d. gonzalez. there are other guides available and could be found on tripadvisor.
2. Silliman University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By profits101 - Cebu City, Philippines
The 100+ year history of this highly ranked, American-founded university is too complex and deep to cover here. The campus is a beautiful, green respite from he surrounding city and contains fine examples of Eastlake architecture, Art Deco, and Classic architecture - set in a mature, verdant Beaux-Arts style arrangement. Also, unlike many universities, its easy to access at the gates and visitors are not turned away. Worth reading a Wiki article on it that captures the founding in depth, WWII history, and even interesting events from he Marcos era. In the meantime, just enjoy the walk.
3. Malatapay Market
4. St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By newfriend863 - Haines City, United States
We just happened to be there when they were putting a fresh coat of paint on the inside of the church. It was truly amazing how well preserved the beautiful church is.
5. Rizal Boulevard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 621 reviews
Reviewed By 554MichaelA - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Early morning , early evening, good for a walk always plenty of people around , a few places for children to play , lots of street venders selling food and drinks, over the road lots of bars and restaurants which are open day and night ,
6. Lee Plaza Dumaguete
7. Bell Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Johntravelswithlove
A bit of fresh air after looking at catholic churches and chapels in the philippines. Chinese style and great to hang around.
8. Negros Oriental Arts and Heritage (NOAH)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Souvenir Items from the Island of Negros Oriental. Novelty Items made of different kind of Negros Island local stones. A stonecraft factory.
9. Belfry
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By funnyfarmwest - Redding, United States
I find it amazing that there are so many historical structures still standing in the Philippines. I stopped and read the plaque out front took pictures for the scrapbook. Just Another interesting site to put on your to do list. Its next to the Cathedral and across from Rizal Park.
