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The name “Burauen” evolved from the word “haru” which means “spring”. This is because Burauen is the fountainhead of several rivers: the big Daguitan and Marabong rivers, the Guinarona and Hibuga rivers that pass through several neighboring towns, as well as several smaller ones. The legend behind the name speaks of a drought when several... Continue Reading →
Water. It is essential to mankind. Such as air, could be called as the foundation of life. Humans can’t live without it. Too much, humans will die drowning from it. Thus, tongues speak of a legend. A legend that may date years ago. Days, weeks, months, years. A decade. Centennial. Millennium. The tale tells of... Continue Reading →
A dormant volcano, an acidic lake and a freshwater lake, hot springs, waterfalls. This is what Mahagnao Natural Park presents to its guests. But first, never-ending bumpy roads and trekking. Nevertheless, it is worth it.
Not only Springs. Burauen hosts tall waters, or as people call it, waterfalls. Itchy plants. Blood-sucking leeches (we call them limatok), and of course, the slippery rocks. Hiking will be difficult. But the view is worth it. As if entering zen, this almost-70 feet high waterfall will make you relax. Enter Brgy. Tambis' Busay Falls.
A single step filled with stories of hardwork, determination and hope. It feels so surreal. Burst of colors. Bright lights. Laughter and cheers. And you? In it, you will as if you are being sucked in the scenario. A dreamlike scape. Ninth Grade. Just in front of the room, an intriguing piece of paper posted... Continue Reading →
Local delicacy makers of Arado village in Burauen, Leyte have known the recipe to one of the most distinct, best-tasting coconut desserts in the Philippines for nearly half a century. Their best kept secret seemed to be set to stay that way – a secret – until things recently took a nutty, gastronomic turn. Bukayo... Continue Reading →
Galletas are square-shaped egg crackers with a shiny, yellow surface and characteristic up-turned corners. And sometimes, they could really make your gums bleed. With all the sharp edges, but naah. Worth it. They are crisp things, which when you bite and munch into it, it becomes really powdery, so might I suggest that you have... Continue Reading →
It pretty much sounds pricey. But with the facilities, the water slide, and the pool? This new-in-the-business-resort can compete. The view is pretty too. Located at Brgy. Gamay, Burauen, Leyte.
This resort lives up their name. With Bamboo all over? Plus a cute bridge and a water slide, with trees will give you a pretty peaceful ambiance. Opened back 2016, Camp Kawayan will not dissapoint. Located at Brgy. Balorinay, Burauen, Leyte.
It is a long way down there, lit. It is actually good cardio, considering on how many steps you’d have to take to get down and doze yourself with water. Pines Resort is in Brgy. Abuyugon, Burauen, Leyte.
Though it is far from the town proper, the good news is, the water’s freezing here. You might have to splash yourself first so your body wouldn’t be to shocked with the temperature. Located at Brgy. Cansiboy, Burauen, Leyte.
water trails and rocks 