About Bulabog Putian National Park
Bulabog Putian National Park is a protected area spanning the municipalities of Dingle and San Enrique in Iloilo Province, Philippines. Established in 1961, it covers 854.33 hectares of limestone hills, secondary forest and cave systems. The park is notable for its 33 caves, karst formations, diverse flora and fauna, and as a natural attraction for caving, trekking and nature sightseeing in central Panay.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested karst landscape with limestone hills, 33 documented caves of varying sizes, natural trails and viewpoints. The park offers guided caving and spelunking, hiking through secondary forest, wildlife and bird observation, and photography of rock formations and cave interiors. Facilities are basic with trails, picnic areas and a visitor information point. Exploration is focused on natural features and outdoor activities.
Key highlights
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33 caves including Bulabog, Putian and Maestranza caves with limestone formations
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Karst hills and forested landscape covering 854.33 hectares
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Biodiversity with native trees, bats and bird species
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Trekking and nature trails with viewpoints over Dingle and San Enrique
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Spelunking and guided cave exploration
History of Bulabog Putian National Park
Established as a national park on June 14, 1961 through Proclamation No. 760 covering 854.33 hectares in Dingle and San Enrique, Iloilo. The park was declared to protect its forest, watershed, limestone formations and extensive cave system, and is managed as part of the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) of the Philippines.
Culture & Context
The park is valued locally for its natural heritage and as a community-based ecotourism site. Its caves and forests are associated with local folklore and serve as an educational site for biodiversity conservation and outdoor recreation for residents of Dingle and surrounding municipalities.
Route
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