Bacolod district, Philippines

Places to visit near Cansilayan

Cansilayan is a town in Bacolod district, Philippines, home to about 3,809 people. Within 50 km by road there are 120 places to visit — 41 forts & heritage, 14 churches, 21 waterfalls and 16 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Panaad Park and Stadium (12 km), Yuan Thong Buddhist Temple (16 km) and San Sebastian Cathedral (18 km).

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Cansilayan at a glance

Location
Bacolod district, Philippines
Population
about 3,809
Coordinates
10.5598° N, 123.0184° E
Places within 50 km
120 (12 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Cansilayan

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Cansilayan: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Forts & heritage near Cansilayan

91 forts & heritage within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Saint Peter (15 km); the best-known is The Ruins (21 km). Best time: october to february.

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Churches near Cansilayan

40 churches within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo - Villa Villeta (15 km); the best-known is San Sebastian Cathedral (18 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Cansilayan

31 waterfalls within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Mambukal Falls (5 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Cansilayan

26 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Mount Canlandog (19 km); the best-known is Mount Kanlaon Natural Park (24 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Museums near Cansilayan

20 museums within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Vintage Glasses Museum (15 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Cansilayan

17 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Cansilayan. The closest is Nadulao Island (39 km). Best time: september to february.

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A one-day trip from Cansilayan

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 48 km on the road.

  1. Start in Cansilayan
  2. 12 km Panaad Park and Stadium · park, Bacolod
  3. 6 km Yuan Thong Buddhist Temple · Buddhist site, Bacolod
  4. 2 km San Sebastian Cathedral · church, Bacolod
  5. 1 km Capitol Park and Lagoon · park, Bacolod
  6. 6 km The Ruins · heritage site, Negros Occidental
  7. 21 km Back to Cansilayan

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Cansilayan by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Forts & heritage4191Saint Peter (15 km)
    Churches1440Iglesia Ni Cristo - Villa Villeta (15 km)
    Waterfalls2131Mambukal Falls (5 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1626Mount Canlandog (19 km)
    Museums1120Vintage Glasses Museum (15 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves417Nadulao Island (39 km)
    Beaches & coast211Alcala's Higad Baybay (17 km)
    Parks29Panaad Park and Stadium (12 km)
    Caves27Akubo (16 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens34Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center (19 km)
    Other attractions04Celso Ledesma House (64 km)
    Buddhist sites33Saint John Bosco Parish and Shrine (14 km)
    Temples02Temple of Goddess Mother Mi-a (65 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs11Bacolod Bsc (17 km)
    Treks01Iloilo River Esplanade Route (66 km)

    Cansilayan: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Cansilayan?

    Panaad Park and Stadium (park, about 12 km), Yuan Thong Buddhist Temple (Buddhist site, about 16 km), San Sebastian Cathedral (church, about 18 km), Capitol Park and Lagoon (park, about 19 km), The Ruins (heritage site, about 21 km), Mount Kanlaon Natural Park (viewpoint, about 24 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Cansilayan?

    120 places on Spotwander: 41 forts & heritage, 14 churches, 21 waterfalls, 16 hill stations & viewpoints, 11 museums.

    Which is the nearest fort to Cansilayan?

    Saint Peter, about 15 km by road; Daku Balay (18 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Cansilayan?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo - Villa Villeta, about 15 km by road; Emun Baptist Church (16 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Cansilayan?

    Mambukal Falls, about 5 km by road; Malatan-Og Falls (14 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Cansilayan?

    Start in Cansilayan, visit Panaad Park and Stadium, then Yuan Thong Buddhist Temple, then San Sebastian Cathedral, then Capitol Park and Lagoon, then The Ruins, and drive back — about 48 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Cansilayan?

    October to February for forts & heritage; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Cansilayan

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