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To satisfy your craving for underwater adventure, the fascinating dive sites in Anilao will definitely fill your excitement. This marine protected sanctuary situated in Mabini, Batangas is currently rated number one in the Philippine macro photography and number three worldwide from the evaluation of international divers visiting the site. With over 40 dive sites ready for you to explore, you are sure to get your fix of underwater wonder. Night dives are sure to capture your most vivid imaginations as you swim with creatures like mandarin fishes, sea hares, catfish eels, sea goblins and blue-ringed octopuses and snake eels. This is definitely better than flipping through cable television. Also, marvel at the best-known dive spot in Anilao called the Cathedral where youll find two large mounds with a cross in between at 50 feet.

Blessed by open beaches and sheltered coves, subterranean caves and deep harbors, Batangas is a must-stop for not just beach lovers but for anyone who needs to wash away their stress while sunbathing on beautiful white sand beaches. Visit serene white beaches in Laiya Aplaya and find gorgeous accommodations that will meet your exacting needs.

Now all your traveling will not be complete without trying out Batangas’ famous Lechon. The people here so love this food they hold a celebration every June 24 in the town of Balayan where they dress up these whole roasted pigs and parade them at the plaza.

Batangas also boasts on having the centerpiece attraction in Southern Luzon, the Taal Lake. Tagged as the smallest active volcano in the world, it is a volcano within an islet, within a lake, within a crater, within a volcano. This picturesque site holds a sulfuric lake inside its main crater right in the center of the island. Families and friends can enjoy abundant activities on the island like trekking, horseback riding on the way to the inner lake, camping and kayaking at the Crater Lake Resort. All these are just a boat ride away from the shores of Talisay, Batangas.

The town of Taal also prides itself for its well-preserved colonial towns dating back to the Spanish era. Historians will definitely admire the towns old layout combining the municipal hall, school, church, and houses. Do not miss to visit historical sites like the Marcela Marińo Agoncilio Museum, Church of Our Lady of Caysasay, Leon Apacible Historical Landmark and Escuela Pia.
Feast on the architectural beauty of the Basilica of San Martin de Tours. Built by Father Diego Espina in 1575, the church was destroyed several times by Taal Volcanos eruption and an earthquake but still holds the fascination of many admirers because of its baroque façade consisting of a single mass of stone shaped into artistic designs.