Once Islas is an eco-cultural tourism attraction in Zamboanga City, Philippines, consisting of eleven small islands, which opened in July 2018.[1][2] Four of the eleven islands are open to the public.[3] The islands are managed by the Banguingui people.[4] The name "Once Islas", meaning "eleven islands" is in the Chavacano language.[3]
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| Geography | |
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| Archipelago | Mindanao |
| Administration | |
| Region | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Province | Zamboanga del Sur |
| City | Zamboanga City |
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The islands open to tourists are Baung-Baung, Bisaya-Bisaya, Buh-Buh and Sirommon, and the others are Baguias, Kabugan, Lambang-Lambang, Lampinigan, Panganak, Sallangan and Simaddang.[3]
Location and appearance
editThe islands are located within the boundaries of the barangays Panubigan and Dita, an hour from mainland Zamboanga. The islands contain rock formations, with white-sand beaches. Sirommon Island also contains multiple sandbars.[1]
Travel
editGoing to the Zamboanga City Provincial Bus Terminal, you can take a north-bound bus, going from there, you land at the Panubigan Crossing. After, it is recommended to register at the barangay hall before going to the port and taking a boat to the islands.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c Nomad, Glen (November 4, 2018). "Zanboanga Travel Blog". Escape Manila.
- ^ "2023 ONCE ISLAS TRAVEL GUIDE". www.lakadpilipinas.com.
- ^ a b c Villareal, Melo. "These 11 islands are Zamboanga City's hidden gems". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "These 11 Islands are Zamboanga City's Special Tourist Gems". 7641 Islands of the Philippines. Retrieved July 15, 2024.