What is the most famous tourist spot in your place?

white sand beaches - one of the province's pride
@Theresaaiza (10487)
Australia
April 11, 2009 11:08pm CST
Hi guys, I am from Bohol, Philippines. It is one of the provinces in the Central Visayas region and is very well known for it's beautiful tourist spots. "Scenic Bohol casts an enigmatic charm drawn from the many archaic mementos spread throughout the oval-shaped island: from the Chocolate Hills and the tarsier to 16th century watchtowers and Jesuit Baroque mission churches." http://www.tourism.gov.ph/explore_phil/place_details.asp?content=description&province=39 I am very proud of the place where I came from, especially that our natural wonders here are appreciated all over the world! Have a happy summer!!
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@uicbear (1900)
• United States
26 Apr 09
I think the picture people have when they think of Chicago is that of the Sears Tower and the skyline of downtown. Once the tallest building in the world, you can ride up to the skydeck in a matter of seconds become witness to one of the best views in the world. On a clear day, you can actually see four different states, and at night the lights can just take your breath away. But, besides that Chicago has several world class museums, professional sports teams (including my favorite Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field), city and neighborhood festivals (like the Taste of Chicago, with samples available from over 70 restaurants for every taste, starting near the end of June). And if that doesn't do it for you, we have what is known as the Magnificent Mile, which is referring to the shopping on Michigan Avenue not far from the many beaches along Lake Michigan. There are just too many things to talk about. But that's a little glimpse as to why I love this city that I live in!
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@ElicBxn (63233)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I live in Austin Texas, the capital of the once proud republic of Texas. We have everything from the French Legation, to the LBJ Library. The short story writer O Henry http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O._Henry lived here for many years and the first mass shooting, Charles Whitman from the University tower also happened here... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Whitman You can visit the State Capital building, or cruise 6th street, where there is an active live music scene. Come in mid-March and catch South by Southwest (SXSW) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_by_Southwest and discover what Austin is known for these days! Willie Nelson http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willie_Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughan http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stevie_Ray_Vaughan are 2 famous musicians. And that's not even getting out side of the Austin City Limits http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_City_Limits to see the beauty of Texas, tho the best time to come in in the spring when the wild flowers are in bloom!
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
Hi Elic, now that you mentioned all those, I now know some stuff about your place. Thanks for the info. Austin is indeed very interesting. I am very sorry though that I couldn't open all the links you provided because my internet is so slow. We are using broadband where the speed fluctuates from slow to slower. :-(
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@ElicBxn (63233)
• United States
14 Apr 09
sorry to hear you couldn't open some of them, but I was trying to show that Austin as a lot to recommend it as a tourist stop
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
15 Apr 09
I agree there's so much in store but I will try to open them on speedy days. I won't lose hope. Hehe.
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@Opal26 (17679)
• United States
12 Apr 09
Hi Theresaaiza! You are so right! And you should be proud of the beautiful land that you come from! I have learned quite alot from my wonderful friends from the Philippines and I am happy and proud to call you friends! You do have the most beautiful tourist spots and I wish that one day I would be able to visit them in person! I am just so happy now to be able to hear about them and see them through your eyes! I live in New York State. I am about 45 minutes from Manhattan and we do have some beautiful tourist sites in our cities and state! Of course we have our beautiful Statue of Liberty and some fine buildings and museums in Manhattan. And then if your travel further upstate NY we have incredible mountains and lakes and scenic views that would take your breathe away! Come and visit anytime! I would love to be your tour guide!
@Opal26 (17679)
• United States
14 Apr 09
You are always welcome girlfriend! I consider you quite a good friend too! Whenever you are ready! You are always welcome!
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
16 Apr 09
I'm actually packing now! Oh I forgot, I need to get a passport!
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@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
I have batchmates in nursing who are now working in new york and I am so greeeeen with envy looking at their photos posing with the wonderful views in the background! Whoa, now I have an instant tour guide. I am so motivated to fly to NY even more. hehe, thanks Opal. Yeah, you are one of my dear friends here.
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@savypat (20216)
• United States
12 Apr 09
Crater lake is the most famous place in Oregon people come from all over the world to see that beautiful lake. It is in the mountains and only opens when the snow has melted enough to open the roads.
@savypat (20216)
• United States
14 Apr 09
I know you can fish there, but it's only famous for how deep it is and it's beauty, you can take a tour boat on it. Our coast line is also outstanding, it has wonderful views of amazing rocks, light houses to tour, sand dune to drive over, there is some surfing and great fishing. It tends to be cold in the water. We have a lot of history places, but you have to remember that USA history is less than 300 years unless you are interested in native American history which is much older. There are cave drawings but the most toured places are our natural beauty spots.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
My that's very interesting. I wish Oregon was just one step away.
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@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
Oh I see. So apparently the tourists can only come during summer, perhaps? Can you fish in Crater Lake?
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• United States
26 Apr 09
The most famous tourist spot near me is Myrtle Beach. I moved to South Carolina years ago, but I grew up in the central part of Florida. About all of Florida is a tourist spot. The main one is Walt Disney Word.
• India
27 Apr 09
woow !!! that sounds interesting..Can you give me the exact location?I would like to visit that place!!
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
30 Apr 09
Well if you mean the exact lattitude and longitude, hehe, I am so sorry, but well Bohol is a province in the Central Visayas. If you happen to have a plane that flies to the Philippines, you should be able to get to Manila. From Manila you can best arrive to Bohol through plane from Manila to Bohol. Better yet, try to arrange with a travel agency. It is much more convenient that way.
• Philippines
13 Apr 09
The most famous tourist spot in our place is Fort Pilar.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
I see you're from Zamboanga. Do you speak Chavacano? Modstar is also from zamboanga. I am not sure if you have come across that user here but he is from zambo city.
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@cream97 (29087)
• United States
17 Apr 09
Hi, Theresaaiza! In Sumter, South Carolina, our tour would be Swan Lake Gardens. This is where I think that many people like to take walks like they are on a tour. This is the only place that I can think of. We don't have too many site attractions here in this county. There are a few golf courts as well. I would need to go to Columbia, Charleston, Florence or Orangeburg to see the other site attractions. I wished that I lived in another country, because there are many tourism sites there that one can enjoy.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
17 Apr 09
I see, but I think Swan Lake is good enough for me. I love places that are peaceful and quiet.
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@bing28 (3795)
• Philippines
25 Apr 09
Hi Theresa, can I join? We're kababayans, I'm from the bicol region. You probably know what's famous here, yapp, the Mayon Volcano, the one with perfect cone. Although the cone was quite damaged with one of it's erruptions, but still so beautiful. We have the Cagsawa Ruins, the church which was covered with mudflows, rocks and other debris while thousands of people who went for shelter were trapped inside, when the volcano errupted leaving just the church tower out. so many beautiful beaches are now famous as tourst spots in Camarines sur and other parts of Bicol.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
26 Apr 09
Who wouldn't recognize Mt. Mayon? The postcards aren't enough to put justice into the real thing. It is very beautiful. How I wish I could visit your place. Bicol is known for very spicy dishes, right? If I am not mistaken. :-) So glad you joined, kabayan!
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@agrim94 (3805)
• India
24 Apr 09
I am from India and the most famous tourist spot in India is The Taj Mahal. It is a monument and is of breath taking beauty. it was made by an emperor named Shahjahan for her departed wife. a must visit for everyone and is one of seven wonders of the world.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
26 Apr 09
Oh yes, the TAJ MAHAL is very famous in fact. Thanks for sharing to me about the historical value of the site. I would love to see the place in person. :-)
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• Canada
15 Apr 09
Hmm...I live in Vancouver and we have a number of tourist hot spots. I think one of the more popular ones here would be Queen Elizabeth Park...I always see tourists there especially during spring and summer. Oh, and a lot of people like to go to Whistler too, for skiing.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
15 Apr 09
Hmm...that seems like a very nice place saffron!
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@kirei24 (251)
• Philippines
13 Apr 09
Hi theresaaiza =) Besides bohol, boracay is one of the most famous tourist spot here in our country. Boracay boasts of a sugary white sand beach and blue waters. It is also called the 'the finest beach in the world'. Boracay is a perpect place for watersports. From swimming and snorkeling to scuba diving, windsurfing, sailboating, kayaking, boardsailing and boating. For adventurers and loves nature tripping, the island is ideal for hiking, island hopping, hiking, trekking, caving, mountain climbing, biking and horseback riding. Trekking and mountain climbing can bring even the intrepid to the island's quaint interior villages and to the edges scenic rocky cliffs, discovering along the way many hidden coves with isolated beaches far from the tourist crowd.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
oh hi kababayan. I wish I could visit Boracay. It is very famous. The beaches here are just as beautiful. No, I am not bragging. hehe. I am proud of all tourist spots in the Philippines. But the difference between Boracay and here is that in Bora, it's really a party place, right? Bohol beaches are the more silent and serene counterpart of Boracay, although I have seen on TV other white beaches that are as wonderful as Bora.
@Jim32097 (16)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I live near Charleston, SC. The entire place is a tourist attraction. From historic buildings to the Naval Museum and Patriot's Point. There is something for any type of tourist in this area. The Charleston Aquarium is also pretty neat.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
Is the aquarium like the ones that look like a big underwater tunnel with clear glass so you could see the fishes and other aquatic creatures? I haven't been to one. There is one here in the Philippines but is not anywhere near and i think it's expensive too.
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@jheLaichie (4438)
• Philippines
25 Apr 09
no need to convinced me of bohol because been there a couple of times already... well as a matter of fact my grandparents are from bohol thats our origin place... and i got so many relatives there...
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
26 Apr 09
Hi, well thanks for complimenting our place. How about your side of town? You probably won't have to convince me of how nice your own place is too.
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@bombshell (11256)
• Germany
29 Apr 09
since i am now in german i would say its a castle because i am living in the nicest Place in Germany called Bavaria.how are you dear? yes Bohol is now first distination of tourist spots.
@Porcospino (31366)
• Denmark
12 Apr 09
I am from Denmark and live an island Fyn (Funen). The famous fairytale writer, Hans Christian Andersen was born on this island, and his museums are some of the most famous sights. One of the parks in Odense was also named after him and it is called the fairytale garden. The composer, Carl Nielsen was also born on this island, but he is not as famous as Hans Christian Andersen. There are many small islands close to Funen, and it possible to visit many of them. Some of these islands have very few inhabitants. There are no shops or museums, but the islands are very beautiful.
@Theresaaiza (10487)
• Australia
14 Apr 09
Well I kind of like the natural views rather than the man-made ones. I would love to see what Denmark looks like!
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@kath_b (116)
• Philippines
30 Apr 09
hello! i am from iloilo city, philippines and our most famous tourist spot here of course is BORACAY. we also have beautiful beaches in Guimaras island and its really nice being there. i believe that not only here in our place lies the great beaches of the PHilippines but also throughout our country are many spots where tourists are really attracted. i hope many foreigners still visit the Philippines. Our country has so much to offer. I just hope they dont mind the politics so much. =)