Mount Zion: The Best Time to Visit

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Mount Zion is one of the most beautiful places in Occidental Mindoro, and it’s a great place to visit at any time. But if you want to avoid crowds and enjoy its beauty, you might want to see it during sunrise. The early hours of the day are the best time to go without any hassle. Why visit Mount Zion? This mountain is the perfect place for a breathtaking adventure. It’s just going to be famous among all the tourists who come to bike on its scenic trails. It is one of the mountains that make up the Rizalenos’ pride. The majestic view on top of the summit is breathtaking. You can see for miles and miles – it’s incredible! From San Jose, it takes about 30 minutes to reach Brgy. Sto. Nino, where you can found the mountain. See also: The Tila Pilon Hills: Where Nature’s Art Is On Display The best time to visit When you visit Mount Zion, Occidental Mindoro, it’s recommended to do it during sunrise. There are so many great things to do then, like going for a morning jog or taking a picture of...

Anilao Eco Village: Oriental Mindoro’s Sustainable Tourism



Anilao Eco Village is an eco-friendly tourism program initiated by Atty. Reynaldo Umali. It’s an excellent way to adapt the community’s economy to tourism while preserving the environment. With a tree-filled Mangrove Reserve Forest Area and a perfect getaway near the beach, this is an excellent spot for those looking for some fresh air.


Anilao Eco Village

Once you walk in, your eyes will feast on beautiful conservation and the fresh outdoor ambiance. They have unique cottages that fit any occasion, beautiful gardens perfect for garden weddings and pre-nuptial pictorials, and astonishing landscapes. You can bird-watch right from the deck! Whether you’re a guest or traveler, this is the perfect opportunity to have a short walk while taking in the beauty of nature. The Eco Village is a model for sustainable living. It has one single unit, one family-sized house, and one dormitory. It also allows for additional income from rentals, homestays, and fisher hatchery.


It's nice to take a picture here.

Fountain to be seen at the village.



Structure in Anilao Eco Village facing the sea


Bermuda grass where you can relax.

Pathway where you can see the Mangrove trees in Anilao Eco Village.

The Benefits of Eco-Tourism

Anilao Eco Village prides itself on its conservation of the surrounding environment through its sustainable tourism program. Law protects the area and prohibiting visitors from cutting, dismantling, and processing any natural resources. In addition to initiative, they were improving the park where the owner in the garden planted mangrove trees to ensure its growth.


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The Mangrove Reserve Forest Area

It is composed of Mangrove forests. Another notable aspect of this place is its variety of flora and fauna. Mangroves and water plants are its main attraction. You’ll get the best view of the mangrove leaves when the tide is high. If you’re lucky, you’ll even see juveniles of different fish species!

Mangroves are salt-tolerant trees that are found in coastal areas. They are called halophytes, and they grow in harsh conditions.

The Beachfront in Anilao Eco Village

The beachfront will bring you to your beachfront paradise. You’ll also find that the place is protected and well maintained. There’s no pool construction yet, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying the sea! There’s fine gray sand and seawater here for your enjoyment.

Landscapes of plants on the beach of Anilao Eco Village.

Coconuts next to the beach.

The weather was bad when we went to Anilao Eco Village.


Conclusion

Tourism helps developing communities in other ways aside from just finding jobs and supporting the economy. I hope the next time you’re planning a trip, you’ll consider adding some of these destinations to your list.

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