Biliran district, Philippines

Places to visit near Palaroo

Palaroo is a town in Biliran district, Philippines, home to about 2,409 people. Within 50 km by road there are 63 places to visit — 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 7 beaches & coast, 18 waterfalls and 15 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Vulcan (Biliran) (18 km), Malapascua (51 km) and Carnaza Island (55 km).

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Palaroo at a glance

Location
Biliran district, Philippines
Population
about 2,409
Coordinates
11.4056° N, 124.4830° E
Places within 50 km
63 (1 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast

Top places to visit near Palaroo

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Palaroo

76 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Poro Island (7 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Palaroo

41 beaches & coast within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Escoton Beach (17 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Palaroo

30 waterfalls within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Kasabangan Falls (13 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Palaroo

23 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Mount Canjamampaay (6 km); the best-known is Vulcan (Biliran) (18 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Churches near Palaroo

23 churches within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Cathedral Parish of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (25 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Palaroo

17 forts & heritage within 100 km of Palaroo. The closest is Rizal Statue (31 km); the best-known is Boundary Between San Jose and Bayog (43 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Palaroo

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 46 km on the road.

  1. Start in Palaroo
  2. 6 km Mount Canjamampaay · viewpoint, Leyte
  3. 7 km Pacdahauan Peak · peak, Leyte
  4. 14 km Vulcan (Biliran) · viewpoint, Biliran
  5. 11 km Kulahit Islet · river spot, Biliran
  6. 1 km Poro Island · island, Biliran
  7. 7 km Back to Palaroo

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Palaroo by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1176Poro Island (7 km)
    Beaches & coast741Escoton Beach (17 km)
    Waterfalls1830Kasabangan Falls (13 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1523Mount Canjamampaay (6 km)
    Churches723Cathedral Parish of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (25 km)
    Forts & heritage217Rizal Statue (31 km)
    Caves313Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (18 km)
    Museums03De Leon - Bolastig Mausuleum (74 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs02Lake Danao Natural Park (55 km)
    Parks02Isabel Park (67 km)
    Buddhist sites01Tacloban Buddhist Temple (73 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens01Sohoton Cave (92 km)

    Palaroo: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Palaroo?

    Vulcan (Biliran) (viewpoint, about 18 km), Mount Canjamampaay (viewpoint, about 6 km), Pacdahauan Peak (peak, about 6 km), Poro Island (island, about 7 km), Kulahit Islet (river spot, about 8 km), Calumpijan Island (island, about 10 km).

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

    63 places on Spotwander: 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 7 beaches & coast, 18 waterfalls, 15 hill stations & viewpoints, 7 churches.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Palaroo?

    Poro Island, about 7 km by road; Kulahit Islet (8 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Palaroo?

    Escoton Beach, about 17 km by road; San Isidro Bay (20 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Palaroo?

    Kasabangan Falls, about 13 km by road; Casabangan Falls (14 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Palaroo?

    Start in Palaroo, visit Mount Canjamampaay, then Pacdahauan Peak, then Vulcan (Biliran), then Kulahit Islet, then Poro Island, and drive back — about 46 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Palaroo?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast.

    Towns near Palaroo

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