The sight underwater was very clean and clear. All you can see is purely the white sand, some fishes and turquoise blue waters, absolutely beautiful. The experience was one of a kind.
Later that afternoon, we are in awe after witnessing the sunset. This island really lives up to its name “Isla Del Fuego” or Island of Fire. The sunset is as red as fire and I’m just marveled at the beautiful scenery.
Silhouette of my older brother while watching the sunset.
The next day we visited the famous historical spots in the island. First stop is at the “Simbahan Ng Lazi” or Lazi Church, one of the oldest churches in the island of Siquijor. It was even declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines in the year 2012. This church was built in stone and hardwood by Filipino artisans.
Right beside the church is an equally old convent known as “bahay na bato” convent and is one of the largest convents built during the Spanish colonial era.
Then we stopped by at the Old Enchanted Balete Tree, a 400 year old Balete tree. This tree is known to be enchanted because of its eerie outline created by the hundreds of roots and vines hanging down. This tree also provides water to its residents and has known to prolonged life if you drink water from this tree.
400-Year-Old Balete Tree
You can also relax beneath the tree, inhale the fresh and soothing air, and soaked your feet in their fish spa. The fishes then eat the dead skin cells of your feet. It tickles at first and I highly recommend you try this experience.
Fishes eating my dead skin cells. (Oh you poor thing, haha)
In the surrounding area you can see a lot of mystic shops selling mystical things, herbal medicines, souvenirs, voodoo dolls and love potions. (hahaha, the answer to our problems)
Different kinds of herbal medicines.
Different kinds of Siquijor souvenirs.
"Gayuma" or Love Potion
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P.S.
Here’s a picture of a voodoo doll i bought. Enjoy! :D
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References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lazi_Church
National Historical Institute 1993, p. 20
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siquijor
http://www.choosephilippines.com/do/history-and-culture/3394/lazi-church-and-convent-built-19th-century/
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Wow looks like you really had fun. :) The place looks amazing :)
I just resteemed it so they can see how beautiful our county is.
you should try visiting Siquijor Master @janicehung :)
the residents there are very kind and approachable. Many foreigners also visits Siquijor for adventure and vacation. :)
thanks for resteeming. ^_^
Legit photos! :) i haven’t been tk the ancient balete tree though. Did you meet an enchantress there? Lol
Upvoted your post too ^^
I've see many enchantress there, i think it awakened my 6th sense. haha
btw, saw your entry post being nominated the one at the beach with your friend. congrats. ")
very interesting and kind of magic place!
it is a magical place indeed. 😊