Authorities to Implement Preservation Efforts in Enchanted River
Visitors to the river will be limited.
If you haven’t been to Hinatuan “Enchanted” River, you might have been missing half of your life. This river in Surigao del Sur will surely enamor you that words would not suffice to describe it.
Located in the town of Hinatuan in Surigao del Sur, the Enchanted River is a water form surrounded with ancient folk lore. Locals say that magical creatures like fairies, pixies, and mermaids play in its bluish water at night and this is how they explain its crystal clear blue waters. Legends has it that the river is haunted by supernatural beings acting as its protector.
Its maximum depth, however, is still yet to be explored. Numerous expeditions have been undertaken by divers since the late 1990’s up to the present and, yes, no one has reached its bottom.
Choose Philippines Writers, Yua and Maui, ready to soak in enchantment.
This beauty is definitely a sight to behold. One could not help but utter words of adoration while swimming and floating in its waters. That is why when the government moves to protect another Philippine treasure trove, we rejoice as a nation.
News of preserving the river is highlighted as the local government unit (LGU) of Hinatuan will pursue steps in protecting the Enchanted River. Plans include the use of booking system to limit number of visitors per day, closing the main pool so that swimming activities will be in areas down the river, and an off-season closure – to allow the nature to recharge from tourism.
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Kudos to the people of Hinatuan!
