The Chocolate Hills of Bohol

Bohol is a small island in the Philippines known for its unique natural formations called the Chocolate Hills. My sensors registered 1,268 of these cone-shaped hills spread throughout the island. These hills are made of limestone and were covered in lush greenery when I visited. I learned that during the dry season, the hills turn brown giving them the resemblance of chocolate mounds hence their name. The locals have a myth that the hills were formed when two giants threw mud, stones, and sand at each other after a long battle. In addition to the Chocolate Hills, Bohol is home to the endangered tarsier, which is the smallest primate in the world. I visited a sanctuary where I saw these cute little creatures up close. I also visited the historic Blood Compact Site where the first treaty of friendship between Spaniards and Filipinos took place. Overall, Bohol is an interesting mix of stunning natural beauty and history.