Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Balamban: The Hidden Paradise of Cebu



A SHORT  HISTORY 
OF

 
     

         The town derived its name from a native term, "balang-balang" which refers to the linked arms of the natives formed as improvised seat to carry/ferry Spaniards in crossing the river. The name "balang-balang" was shortened to "bang-bang" which eventually became "Balamban." The Spaniards first settled in Barangay Nangka, where traces of excavated stone tablets were found and believed to be housing construction materials popular in those early days.



LOCATION

The Municipality of Balamban is situated 21 statute miles or 31 kilometers N 40 degrees, 30
 min. west from the City of Cebu, squatting on a coastal area facing Tañon Strait. It is bounded
by the town of Asturias on the north, by Toledo City on the south, by Danao City and
Compostela on the east, and by Tanon Strait on the west.



  



THE BEST OF BALAMBAN

   





       Balamban is proclaim as a 1st class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. As a resident in Balamban, I'm very proud to show the wonders and hidden attractions that can be found in my beloved and precious hometown!  Just relax and take a deep breathe as I tour you to my world.


        





 First stop is one of  the famous resort in Balamban, the Binghay Marine Park


the crystal clear water


 Next destination is the refreshing spring of Cambuhawe



 The oldest church in Balamban, St. Francis of Assisi Parish.


Let's move on to the mountainous part of my hometown
This is where you get the best view of Cebu City and the mountainous area of Cebu and Balamban. The scenic mountains with the abundance and fragrance of locally grown flowers are worth seeing at the same time enjoy the cold wind even on sunny days. 

The Transcentral Highway
The road that connects Cebu City and Balamban


          the old bridge that captivates the eyes of the travelers 


         The first resto adventure bar in Balamban 


 Experience the trill in zip lining ,you can scream out loud!


      what an adventure from up above

                                    
       An adventure in a place called "Island in the Sky" what a whimsical name! Intriguing right? Better to visit the place to discover why it is called as such!




 





 
An overlooking view of Tsuneishi Heavy Industries, (Cebu) Inc. (THICI), this is one of the contributors in  the development of Balamban and one of the leading medium sized shipbuilders in the world.


a closer view

  
WeeeeeeH,, we've gone so far and tour many places and beautiful spots in my place, and I'm sure your starting to crave for a delicious and affordable food. Don't worry I can suggest something that you'll surely love and you will longed.

The Balamban Liempo 


If you haven’t tasted Balamban Liempo’s succulent meat and crispy skin, you haven’t eaten the best liempo yet. Comparable to lechon, this original Cebu business would make you fall in love with their pork belly.

i HOPE YOU ENJOYED OUR TRIP TO MY HIDDEN PARADISE!



"Home is the place where it feels right to walk around without shoes."

There's no place like home.  Balamban is the place to relax! I love my place so love your own.

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'till next time!!:)Ö