Towering Palms and Creamy White Sands – Paliton Beach, Siquijor
Towering coconut trees along Paliton Beach in Siquijor fringed the white sand coastline, what a beautiful spot indeed!
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The Land of Faith Healing: strange as it seems, travelling to the island of Siquijor will raise eyebrows once mentioned because of its reputation for the black arts. Even the older generations still practices and believes in witchcraft and sorcery; although at present time it is still practiced in a less prevalent scale.
Let Transit Pinas take you on a journey of unveiling what hides behind the peculiar stories and legends surrounding the mystic island of Siquijor and why you should start packing your bags and discover for yourself what awaits in Paliton Beach.
Coconuts and Glassy Waters
Right after a rather quick stop over at the church and plaza near the port, we headed down to the Siquijor signage inside the boulevard fronting the sea a few kilometers from the town proper.
A little bit farther from the town of Siquijor, we traversed the provincial road before following a detour with a signage that says “To Paliton Beach”. We went down into a dirt road before stopping nearby the coast.
Contrary to the moniker calling it the Boracay of Siquijor. Paliton Beach indeed has fine creamy sands that are really soft to the feet and hugged by the glassy waters. Also this is a marine sanctuary filled with a diverse set of species that thrives underneath its ocean currents.
From a distance, wading through the waters will give you a glimpse of the corals and sea urchins. It is also said that it is a good diving spot. Wherein there are three submarine caves, where divers can witness sleeping Reef Sharks and plethora of marine life.
But then again, with the aftermath of the typhoon that just visited the Visayas Region, seaweeds are scattered along the shore.
So we contented ourselves by just lazing around and taking photos of the iconic trees. These trees compliment the shore of this public beach which stretches from both sides. Some parts are private properties and resorts where several more beaches with the same kind of fine white sand beach are also present.
If only we had time to spend here, the sunset here must be one of those spectacular ones in the country. After almost half an hour, we started packing up and headed down to the town of Lazi. This is where the famous Balete Tree stands.
How To Get There
- This is part of the Siquijor Tricycle Day Tour hosted by Kuya Raul Gom-os (09355965465)
- San Juan, Siquijor
- Entrance Fee: None
- Tricycle Tour: 1000php Standard Rate/Day Tour
Demystifying Isla del Fuego: From Black Magic Maria, love potions, Voodoo Dolls, broomstick rides, century old churches and convent, up to the stunning waterfalls and beaches. Let Transit Pinas take you on a day trip across SIQUIJOR as he uncovers the brighter side beyond the esoteric and peculiar charm of the province. Follow this adventure series into the Land of Faith Healing, as I ventured into my 56th province last September 09, 2018. Umari kamo niing matahum nga dapit!
Demystifying Isla del Fuego – Siquijor 2018 Series
Siquijor Travel Guide
Entering the Land of Faith Healing – Siquijor, Siquijor
Towering Palms and Creamy White Sands – Paliton Beach
Hauntingly Beautiful – Lazi’s Century Old Balete Tree
From Broomsticks to Eerie Convent Halls – Lazi Church and Convent
Tarzan Swings and Enchanting Cascades – Cambugahay Falls
Taking A Leap of Faith – Salagdoong Beach, Siquijor
Black Magic Maria – Siquijor’s Our Lady of Divine Providence Church
Roadside Foodcrawl – Lilibeth’s Pan Bisaya
Sunset Over The Mystic Island – Siquijor Boulevard
