Camarines Sur district, Philippines

Places to visit near Caranan

Caranan is a town in Camarines Sur district, Philippines, home to about 7,265 people. Within 50 km by road there are 97 places to visit — 48 churches, 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 4 waterfalls and 6 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Mount Bernacci (14 km), Libmanan Caves National Park (24 km) and Milaor Church (25 km).

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Caranan at a glance

Location
Camarines Sur district, Philippines
Population
about 7,265
Coordinates
13.5167° N, 123.0156° E
Places within 50 km
97 (7 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Caranan

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Churches near Caranan

59 churches within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Caranan Assembly of God Church (1 km); the best-known is Milaor Church (25 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Caranan

45 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Daruanak Island (7 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Caranan

29 waterfalls within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Tumaguiti Falls (33 km); the best-known is Slide And Shower Falls, Curry Pili, Cam. Sur (52 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Caranan

23 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Mount Agustin (8 km); the best-known is Mount Bernacci (14 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Beaches & coast near Caranan

21 beaches & coast within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Playa del Sol (1 km); the best-known is Pasacao Beach (7 km). Best time: october to march.

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Forts & heritage near Caranan

10 forts & heritage within 100 km of Caranan. The closest is Kilometer Post (11 km); the best-known is Jose Ma. Panganiban Monument (28 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Caranan

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 81 km on the road.

  1. Start in Caranan
  2. 7 km Daruanak Island · island, Camarines Sur
  3. 1 km Pasacao Beach · beach, Camarines Sur
  4. 20 km Milaor Church · church, Camarines Sur
  5. 29 km Libmanan Caves National Park · national park, Camarines Sur
  6. 10 km Mount Bernacci · viewpoint, Camarines Sur
  7. 14 km Back to Caranan

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Caranan by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4859Caranan Assembly of God Church (1 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1145Daruanak Island (7 km)
    Waterfalls429Tumaguiti Falls (33 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints623Mount Agustin (8 km)
    Beaches & coast821Playa del Sol (1 km)
    Forts & heritage510Kilometer Post (11 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens27𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗼 (4 km)
    Museums46Universidad de Sta. Isabel de Naga (28 km)
    Parks45Pasacao Streat Park (4 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs14Lake Baao (41 km)
    Caves22Libmanan Caves National Park (24 km)
    Temples11Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (29 km)
    Mosques & dargahs11Libmanan Mosque (15 km)

    Caranan: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Caranan?

    Mount Bernacci (viewpoint, about 14 km), Libmanan Caves National Park (national park, about 24 km), Milaor Church (church, about 25 km), Daruanak Island (island, about 7 km), Pasacao Beach (beach, about 7 km), Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist (church, about 28 km).

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

    97 places on Spotwander: 48 churches, 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 4 waterfalls, 6 hill stations & viewpoints, 8 beaches & coast.

    Which is the nearest church to Caranan?

    Caranan Assembly of God Church, about 1 km by road; Camangi SDA Church (2 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Caranan?

    Daruanak Island, about 7 km by road; Galvaney Island (35 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Caranan?

    Tumaguiti Falls, about 33 km by road; Palale Falls (34 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Caranan?

    Start in Caranan, visit Daruanak Island, then Pasacao Beach, then Milaor Church, then Libmanan Caves National Park, then Mount Bernacci, and drive back — about 81 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Caranan?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Caranan

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