Laag Bol-anon (Boholano Travel)

  If you are looking for a solemn place for praying and meditation, as well as looking back to the history of Bohol, churches here are very much evident to that. One of them is the San Miguel Archangel Parish also known as Jagna Church. The parish of Jagna and its convento was established in 1631 with the help of the Jesuit priest, José Sanchez (Josef Zanzini [1616-92]). He embellished the churches with gilded retablos and for Jagna built a three-story structure in honor of St. Michael. Adjacent to the church was the convento which was built of rubble with a metal roof. Both church and convento must have been built by the Recollects who assumed administration of Bohol with the departure of the Jesuits in 1768. The present church of Jagna is greatly renovated after suffering from different natural calamities and even fire. The church's interior is also renovated and is especially known for its state-of-the-art and manually crafted ceiling that depicts the different religious images

The Municipality of Jagna is located along the Southern coast of Bohol, 66.3 kilometers or more than an hour travel away from the Tagbilaran City. This 12,063 hectares municipality is a home to around 33,892 people or what they call, "Jagna-anon". It is one of the commercial trading centers of the province with daily market and port operations. Like Tagbilaran city, Jagna is a port town. Ferries travel daily to and from other islands. Routes to Mindanao are available via Cagayan de Oro and Butuan. The island of Camiguin is visible from Jagna and a ferry operates from Jagna to the port of Balbagon in peak season. The town is also rich in history and culture as evident from its church and other historical landmarks that was built during Spanish Era up to the people's life and traditions. Jagna is very much popular for its sticky-sweet delicacy " Camalay " that is perfect for "pasalubong" (homecoming gift) to your family and friends after you visit the

  Olango Island Ecotourism Park is situated at Sitio Asinan, Brgy. Sabang in Olango Island. This eco park is commonly known for its Mangrove trees and Coconut trees surrounding the beach that sometimes would resembles it as a lake when its hightide. It is also known for its camping site filled by its breathe-taking scenery of the island, where you can do different recreational activities along with your family and friends. There are also cottages at the beach you can rent. Before you can even go there you have to take a boat ride from the Angasil Port (nearby Mactan Newtown Beach) for about 15 minutes. In arriving, you will get to Olango Island Port where you could find tricycle to ride to the said eco park. But if you want some extra adventure, I would really recommend you to rent a bike to appreciate more the island. You can ask the tricycle driver to get you to the Olango MyBike at Sitio Tapon, Brgy Sta. Rosa, wherein you can rent bikes to get you to the Olango Island Ecotourism Par

Binignit is a Visayan dessert soup that is usually made up of coconut milk, saba bananas, sweet potato and among other ingredients. It is a popular afternoon heavy snack that is best served when hot. Others serve it chilled or even frozen, eating it like an ice cream or Halo-halo. It is usually served in School canteens not just because kids loves it but also it is healthy snack for them. Traditionally, it is also served during Holy Week, wherein Catholics are encouraged to fast and abstain from eating meat, merely because it has no meat yet makes your stomach full.  Cooking binignit is quick and easy. Everything should be straightforward provided that all the ingredients are prepared beforehand because some of the ingredients like Sago (Filipino term for Tapioca Pearl) takes a bit of time to prepare.  It has to be boiled for a few minutes and soaked in cold water. After that, you're ready. Serving size : Good for 5 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time :

Sikatuna's Mirror of the World and Botanical Garden is one of the newest tourist destinations can be found in Bohol. It is located at Libjo, Sikatuna, Bohol. You could ride a jeepney from Dao, Tagbilaran City to Sikatuna proper, then ride a Habal-Habal again to the location. It is known for its beautiful landscape, fish ponds and replicas of the famous structures or landmarks from different parts of the world, inspired by the travels abroad of the owner. They are open Everyday 7:00 am to 9pm with a very affordable entrance fee, P120.00-P150.00, depending on which time you want to visit. See the details below: Fare: Jeepney ride Dao, Tagbilaran city to Sikatuna:  P20.00 Motorcycle ride Sikatuna proper to Libjo, Sikatuna:  P30.00 Entrance Fee: Daytime-use (7:00am-5:00pm) Adult:  P120.00 Senior Citizen:  P100.00 Child (below 3ft):  P50.00 Nighttime-use (6:00pm-9:00pm) Adult:  P150.00 Senior Citizen:  P130.00 Child (below 3ft):  P5

Peanut Kisses is one of the most favorite native treats and goodies in Bohol. If you come to Bohol, you should never leave without even tasting or buying is as a pasalubong to your loved ones. You can see its resemblance to the famous Hershey Kisses of the US because it was inspired after it. Later on, they decided to make the Chocolate Hills, the popular Bohol attraction, the concept of such specialty. Peanut Kisses is made of high-quality peanuts and egg whites. For more than four decades, this sweet treat manages to become the most popular delicacy of Bohol. There is no better way to experience Bohol than to actually taste these miniature chocolate hills-like cookies in small packs that it doesn’t consume much space of your travel bags. Currently, the prices of these delicious cookies are around P85-P100, depends on sizes. However, you can also make your own version of Peanut Kisses at home. Here's how: Serving size : 1 pack (7 cookies) Preparation time