Samar district, Philippines

Places to visit near Paranas

Paranas is a town in Samar district, Philippines. Within 50 km by road there are 73 places to visit — 19 rivers, islands & mangroves, 7 waterfalls, 9 hill stations & viewpoints and 15 churches. The must-see places are Samar Island Natural Park (12 km), Langun-Gobingob Caves (31 km) and Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God (34 km).

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Paranas at a glance

Location
Samar district, Philippines
Coordinates
11.8502° N, 125.1153° E
Places within 50 km
73 (4 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 Paranas

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Paranas: 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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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Paranas

75 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Paranas. The closest is Samar (16 km); the best-known is Basiao Island (36 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Paranas

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

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Paranas

27 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Paranas. The closest is Mount Pangnagagtan (1 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Churches near Paranas

26 churches within 100 km of Paranas. The closest is Iglesia Ni JCristo (4 km); the best-known is Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God (34 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Paranas

25 beaches & coast within 100 km of Paranas. The closest is Maqueda Bay (21 km); the best-known is Payao Beach (35 km). Best time: october to march.

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Forts & heritage near Paranas

14 forts & heritage within 100 km of Paranas. The closest is Jose Rizal Munument (17 km); the best-known is Queen Isabel II Monument (33 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Paranas

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 109 km on the road.

  1. Start in Paranas
  2. 12 km Samar Island Natural Park · island, Samar
  3. 24 km Langun-Gobingob Caves · cave, Samar
  4. 21 km Basiao Island · island, Samar
  5. 16 km Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God · church, Samar
  6. 20 km Samar · river spot, Samar
  7. 16 km Back to Paranas

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Paranas by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1975Samar (16 km)
    Waterfalls732Daganas Falls (31 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints927Mount Pangnagagtan (1 km)
    Churches1526Iglesia Ni JCristo (4 km)
    Beaches & coast625Maqueda Bay (21 km)
    Forts & heritage314Jose Rizal Munument (17 km)
    Caves59Calundan Cave (27 km)
    Other attractions55Quinabot-an Cold Spring (12 km)
    Museums13De Leon - Bolastig Mausuleum (33 km)
    Parks23Japan Park (23 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens12Samar Island Natural Park (12 km)
    Buddhist sites01Tacloban Buddhist Temple (85 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs01Bagacay Dam (90 km)

    Paranas: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Paranas?

    Samar Island Natural Park (island, about 12 km), Langun-Gobingob Caves (cave, about 31 km), Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God (church, about 34 km), Basiao Island (island, about 36 km), Samar (river spot, about 16 km), Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Church (church, about 17 km).

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

    73 places on Spotwander: 19 rivers, islands & mangroves, 7 waterfalls, 9 hill stations & viewpoints, 15 churches, 6 beaches & coast.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Paranas?

    Samar, about 16 km by road; Malatugawi Island (33 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Paranas?

    Daganas Falls, about 31 km by road; Pinipisakan Falls (33 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest viewpoint to Paranas?

    Mount Pangnagagtan, about 1 km by road; Mount Camangan (7 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Paranas?

    Start in Paranas, visit Samar Island Natural Park, then Langun-Gobingob Caves, then Basiao Island, then Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God, then Samar, and drive back — about 109 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Paranas?

    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 Paranas

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