​It was near sundown when we reached the top. A close-up shot above.
Coron, Palawan
Coron is one of the jewel destinations in Palawan. ​My wife May and I had business in a nearby area but we decided to allot a day for a quick sight-seeing trip around this picturesque place. We arrived there late afternoon after being bumped off our morning flight then rescheduled for a much delayed afternoon trip, The first thing that we did was climb Mt. Tapyas and enjoy the panoramic view of Coron before the sun vanished into the horizon..
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​The next day, we went on a day tour where they brought us to the famed Kayangan Cove. This is the iconic image of Coron where tourists are brought then proceed to climb up a trail to get to Kayangan Lake for a dip in its clear, cool and refreshing water.
​After more island sightseeing, snorkeling among the corals and at a sunken ship, it was time to call it a day as we were tired and burnt from the sun. Our boat soon took us back to the pier where I was able to take this last shot before retiring back to our hotel.
​Below are more photos of the incredible views of several islands you'll be seeing if you go around Coron.​
​Our tour included a sumptuous lunch in one of the secluded beaches like the one above. ​
​Just before we reached the top, a sliver of sunlight broke through the clouds for a moment. I quickly snapped this divine scene before it disappeared. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!​.
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​It was a harrowing 720 steps up Mt. Tapyas for us especially for me as I had to lugged around my camera gears. I think I need to exercise again as my body and breathing strained to reach the top in a race against the sun. Our efforts were soon rewarded when we saw this grandiose scene of the outlying areas.
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