Siquijor
Siquijor (pronounced 'seeky hoar') is one of the smallest Philippine provinces. When the island was discovered by the Spanish, it was covered with Molave trees where millions of fireflies lived. Because of the light generated by these insects at night, the Spanish called the place Islas de Fuegos, Fire Island. Unfortunately, the spectacular sight vanished with the advent of civilization.
Siquijor is peaceful but without major attractions. However, the island administration is very interested to develop tourism so visitors can be sure they are welcome.
GEOGRAPHY
Land Area: 442sqkm (171sqmi)
Topography: hilly
Mountains: Mt Cuding 466m (1,529ft);
Mt Malabahog 628m (2,060ft)
POPULATION
Majority Group: Cebuanos; Language: Cebuano
Population: 74,000
Cities, towns: (Census of 1990, x1000): Enrique Villanueva 5, Larena 11, Lazi 17, Maria 11, San Juan 11, Siquijor 19.
Political Structure (Province, capital): Siquijor, town of Siquijor
PLACES OF INTEREST
San Antonio - south of the town of Siquijor, from Siquijor by tricycle; this town is known for its 'faith healers' who attempt to cure diseases through herb mixtures and rituals. See the chapter Health for remarks on faith healers in general.
Salang Do-Ong - small beach, frequented mostly by local picnickers
Larena - main harbor
TRANSPORTATION
Pacific Airways flies once a day from Cebu City to Siquijor and back; small air craft, 40 minutes.
There is a daily shipping connection with Dumaguete on Negros, three times a week a boat service to and from Tagbilaran on Bohol, and with the same frequency a connection with Cebu City; twice a week there is a connection with Plaridel on Mindanao. On Siquijor, all ships arrive at and leave from Larena.
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