Looking for a perfect getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? There’s no need to spend long time travelling because Batangas is just a few hours away from Metro Manila. Considered as the “Second Summer Capital of the Philippines”, Batangas is famous for its gorgeous beaches and landscapes. And with the growing number of tourists visiting the province every year, Batangas continues to evolve and has so much more to offer. Here are some of the remarkable tourist attractions in Batangas that you can add on your bucket list: 1. The Old Grove Farmstead Lipa, dubbed as the “Little Rome of the Philippines”, now provides a Netherland feels if you come to visit the new spot of the city, The Old Grove Farmstead. Satisfy your eyes with the Instagrammable sceneries of the farm which features windmills, farmhouse and farm animals like sheep and ducks to name a few. The place also offers scrumptious meals which are included in their package tour. 2. The Farm at San Benito Just few minutes away from Bria Homes Lipa, you can experience a life changing getaway at The Farm, an award-winning holistic medical wellness resort found in Lipa, Batangas. Tourists and even locals are taking a visit in this relaxing and healing sanctuary that renders medical service, spa treatments and therapy, vegan cuisine, warm service and tranquil ambiance among its guests. 3. Milea Bee Farm Be one with nature and be a “beesita” in Milea Bee Farm located in Lipa, Batangas. The place offers farm tours where you can experience picking fresh and wild fruits and vegetables. Lastly, you can savor the taste of fresh honey juice and take home genuine honey extracted from the farm’s beehive. 4. Metropolitan Cathedral of San Sebastian Of course, visiting Lipa, Batangas won’t be complete without visiting the city’s heritage. One of the famous renaissance churches is the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Sebastion. Built in 1779, this historical church undergone numerous renovations but it never lost its glory. Visitors are still in awe when entering the building for its design based on the Mayan architecture of the pyramids. 5. Restaurants and cafés in Lipa City Since Lipa is the third coldest place in the country, tourists never leave the city without tasting the yummy and mouth-watering lomi of Batangas and sipping the aromatic Kapeng Barako. The combo is truly perfect for the cold weather, especially when you’re with your special someone. 6. Stilts Calatagan Beach Resort Known as “the Maldives of Batangas”, Stilts is located in Calatagan, one of the neighboring towns of Balayan. Escape the busy city and feel the calming winds and the peaceful waves of the sea as your sight is being pleased with white and blue horizon. The resort features overwater villas connected by a path walk made of woods. If you’ve been dreaming of going to Maldives but can’t go due to pandemic, you can add Stilts Calatagan Beach Resort to your list for a quick budget escape. 7. Cape Santiago Lighthouse Be historical with the century-old light house standing in Calatagan, Batangas. Considered as one of the oldest working lighthouse in the country, it is also the oldest structure in Calatagan to date. The lighthouse withstood numerous force majeure like earthquakes, strong typhoons and even wars during the Spanish, American and Japanese eras. If only the walls of this lighthouse could speak, your day tour at the light house would’ve become century long! Just kidding! 8. Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort Boracay is no longer a boat ride or a plane ride away from Metro Manila, just visit this gem in Calatagan, Batangas and your mind and soul will thank you. White shores and turquoise waters under the gleaming sun, this is the breathtaking view Little Boracay can give you. Rent a floating cottage to enjoy the clean seascape, take pictures and eat appetizing seafoods to savor your weekend getaway. You can walk on a sandbar and watch the sunset or sunrise. Sea stars are also there to adore you while walking along the shores. If you’re dreaming of visiting Boracay, this resort will not fail your expectations and won’t break your bank, too. 9. Matabungkay Beach If you’re looking for a more budget friendly tourist destination, come and visit the famous Matabungkay beach located in Lian, Batangas. The beach is surrounded by numerous affordable resorts if you want to stay overnight. You can also rent a floating cottage here. You can bring your own food or buy in the stores or restaurants nearby. Matabungkay beach witnessed several family and friends reunions so you can bring your friends and family, too, if you want a sea view while catching up and sharing a laugh or two or more. 10. Fortune Island
More than an hour away is another neighboring town of Balayan, Nasugbu. Located here is the famous abandoned Fortune Island. The island is not as fortunate as its own name since it was abandoned in 2006. It used to house a private resort but due to lack of fresh water, the owner and developer deemed the island as bad investment resulting to abandonment. Fortune Island got its name from a French marine archeologist who found the shipwreck and mass of treasures around the island during 1600s. Visitors find the place surreal and mythical since the island gives off a Greek vibe. The remnants of the old resort served as ruins which resembles the Parthenon of Greece. So whether you’re a Greek mythology enthusiast or not, you’ll definitely take pleasure in spending a day tour in the island for its turquoise waters and white sandy coast. Some even shoot their prenup wedding photos in the island because of its picturesque view. These are just some of the famous tourist spots in Batangas. If you want to visit more destinations in the province, maybe it’s time to relocate. Want to live or invest a property in Batangas? Worry not because Bria Homes has preselling projects located in Lipa and Balayan, Batangas. You can do a site tour, and then head to these tourist destinations to treat and unwind. Comments are closed.
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