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The island is made up of three villages or barangays: Yapak, Balabag and Manoc-Manoc. Barangay Yapak is located in the north and has hilly elevations. Among the beaches in Yapak are Ilig-Iligan, Balinghai and Puka Shell. Barangay Balabag is the central part of the island where the popular White Beach is located. The quiet place of Barangay Manoc-Manoc is in the south where half of the population lives.
During the mid 80's, Boracay was a hidden resort known to a few sea lovers. Now it is a famous attraction to many tourists around the world. It is blessed with the perfect description of a tropical paradise - powdery white sand beaches dotted with coconut trees dancing in gentle sea breezes and crystal blue waters endowed with rich coral and marine life.
The island has more than 30 beaches, the most popular of which is White Beach, a four-kilometer stretch of pure white sand and considered as one of the best in the world.
There is so much to do in Boracay. Go jet or water skiing at Fridays Boracay Resort, Pearl of the Pacific and Waling-Waling Beach Hotel. Enjoy windsurfing at Alice in Wonderland, Nu Nu Noos Beach Resort and Paradise Garden Resort Hotel. Have fun snorkeling at Boracay Regency Beach Resort, 357 Boracay and Club Ten Boracay Resort. Or simply laze under the sun or swim the seas of Mila's Boracay Resort, Titay South Resort Beach Hotel, Willys Boracay Resort and Casa Pilar Boracay Resort.
Boracay is also known for its superb dive spots. Discover the splendor of the underworld in Lorenzo South Resort, Sea Wind Boracay Island and Le Soleil de Boracay Hotel and Apartments. As daytime activities end, the frenetic nightlife begins. Cozy bars and restaurants are scattered along the beaches where you can relax, dine and dance the night away.
Other attractions in Boracay include the Sunken Forest in Bulabug Beach, the Shell Museum in Ilig-Iligan, the Bat Caves of Yapak and the highest elevation on Boracay, Mount Luho.
Whatever your heart desires, you will never run out of exciting activities in the Island Paradise!
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