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Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute - The Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute
aims to preserves and further research studies on endangered
species of crocodiles.
One of the structures is a "Hospital"
for sick and disabled crocodiles. It also intends to make good
use of the raw materials derived from crocodile skin.
The place is also maintains a
Mini-Zoo featuring some of Palawan's endemic animals. Visiting
hours are from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and 9:00 a.m.
to 12:00 nn and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday. Feeding time is
every Monday and Thursday afternoon.
Location : National Road, Barangay Irawan, Puerto Princesa City.
How to get there : From the city proper, one can take a tricycle and get off at Barangay Irawan where the crocodile farm is located. A jeepney could be hired to get to the place.
Travel time : 30-40 minutes travel from the city proper.
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Source of Information:
Department of Tourism, Philippines
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Best of the Islands Philippines Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute - The Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute aims to preserves and further research studies on endangered species of crocodiles. One of the structures is a "Hospital" for sick and disabled crocodiles. It also intends to make good use of the raw materials derived from crocodile skin. The place is also maintains a
Mini-Zoo featuring some of Palawan's endemic animals. Visiting
hours are from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and 9:00 a.m.
to 12:00 nn and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday. Feeding time is
every Monday and Thursday afternoon.
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Source of Information:
Department of Tourism, Philippines |
Iwahig Penal Farm - The colony encompasses a 37 hectare
scenic farm planted with coconut palm
trees, rice and other crops cultivated by the prisoners and their
families. The prison has about 4,000 population and many inmates
live with their families in so-called rehabilitation areas. Within
the farm is Balsahan river known for its cascading waters coming
from the nearby mountain. Iwahig is more like a picture of a
modern farm rather than a prison where prisoners toil their farms
unguarded and are allowed to earn an income by working in the
many shops which turn out various handicrafts, most popular of
which are the handcarved items made from Mahogany wood. The farm
is definitely a good stop tourists.
Location : Puerto Princesa City
How to get there : From the city proper, one can take a tricycle
and ask to be let off at Iwahig. It is located 16 kilometers
south of Puerto Princesa.
Travel time : 20 minutes by tricycle.
Vista Luz Picnic Grounds - The Vista Luz Picnic Grounds offer
facilities like cottages and picnic huts. Locals come on weekends
for swimming and picnicking. THe biggest hut called the pavilion
is good for groups of up to 100 persons. Two cottages, each with
two beds,electric fan and private bathroom are available for
an overnight stay.
Location : Circulation Road,
Puerto Princesa City
How to get there : Vista Luz Picnic grounds can be reached by
tricycle from the city proper via Circulation Road. It is two
kilometers away from the airport.
Travel time : 5-7 minutes by tricycle.
Nasin-aw White Beach and Silica
Beach - A seaside fan
place for those who wish to indulge in marine pleasures without
leaving the confines of the city. The fine white sand and clears
waters of White Beach make it a perfect spot for swimming. A
few picnic tables were installed but an overnight stay is not
possible since there are no accomodation facilities here.
Location : Puerto Princesa CIty
How to get there : White Beach can be reached by tricycle from
the city proper. The beach is two and a half kilometers away
from the airport.
Travel time : 5-7 minutes by tricycle.
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Iwahig Penal Farm - The colony encompasses a 37 hectare
scenic farm planted with coconut palm Location : Puerto Princesa City Vista Luz Picnic Grounds - The Vista Luz Picnic Grounds offer facilities like cottages and picnic huts. Locals come on weekends for swimming and picnicking. THe biggest hut called the pavilion is good for groups of up to 100 persons. Two cottages, each with two beds,electric fan and private bathroom are available for an overnight stay. Location : Circulation Road,
Puerto Princesa City Nasin-aw White Beach and Silica Beach - A seaside fan place for those who wish to indulge in marine pleasures without leaving the confines of the city. The fine white sand and clears waters of White Beach make it a perfect spot for swimming. A few picnic tables were installed but an overnight stay is not possible since there are no accomodation facilities here. Location : Puerto Princesa CIty Brief History - Geography / Political Subdivision - Climate / Population / Language - How to get there? - Historical Tourist Attractions - Cultural Tourist Attractions - Natural Tourist Attractions - Manmade Tourist Attractions - Religious Tourist Attractions / Festivals - Special Interest - Museums | Shopping / Dining / Communication Services - Map of Palawan |