UBAY: A Splendid Work of Nature

Soaring yet cordial. Safe and serene. A home and an escape from the routine of daily life. Ubay is no doubt a wonder to behold. It is a fast-growing municipality peacefully nestled in the eastern part of Bohol island. This town stands out for its sustainable tourism industry, progressive economy, laid-back environment, panoramic views, and mouthwatering delicacies. Its long stretches of dams and verdant high hills also draw the attention of visitors around the globe and boost the town’s local economic system. Ubay, Bohol proudly shows off its variations of poultry products including chicken as well as the vastness of its rice granary. The security and safety from any form of harm could not also be denied in this town because peace and order are effectively implemented. And with its people who treat visitors with utmost respect and cater to their needs anytime, it is no surprise that Ubay, Bohol constantly tops the travel bucket list of tourists.

To discover more about Ubay, Bohol, keep reading as we unfold the wonder that this municipality possesses and its splendid work of nature.

Dazzling View of the Verdant High Hills

          Undoubtedly, Ubay is a place like no other. Whether you need to take a break from loads of pressure or you desperately want to mend your broken heart, this town is just the perfect spot to unload all the burdens in your life. Like its neighboring town, Alicia, Ubay also features verdant high hills that shimmer like green gemstones against the radiant afternoon sky. These natural wonders are among the top-rated spots that tourists are looking forward to visit in this first-class municipality. The locals are indeed very lucky to have been favored with these breathtaking sceneries because they do not need to travel far just to witness and experience such kind of tranquility. If they feel exhausted, they can cast it all away in just a snap of a finger through visiting these majestic attractions.

 

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Rolling Hills of Barangay Tipolo and Cambugsay Healing Hills are now promising travel destinations where the hills are covered with lush green grass and over stunning peaks. These hills serve a panoramic perspective of the town and its neighboring municipalities. The Rolling Hills of Barangay Tipolo is a scenic hike that is a great addition to your hiking plans. Here, you can savor the heart-seizing beauty of the early morning fog that gives off an ethereal appearance. Not only that because when you get to reach the top of the hills, you will hear Julie Andrews sing the line from her song that goes “the hills are alive…”

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On the other hand, Cambugsay Healing Hills is a picturesque beauty that will give you that kind of solitude you cannot get from anyone or anything. As its name implies, this spot will heal all your pain and will let you temporarily escape or run away from the toxic exposures that have been troubling you all day. Trek to see the different variations of the towering trees planted by the locals and have a taste of their delicious red lady papaya that is known for its richness in Vitamins C and E, and several antioxidants. The Rolling Hills of Barangay Tipolo and Cambugsay Healing Hills truly offer refuge from the hustles and bustles of the city life. And it seems to me that the residents might have done something remarkable in the past to have been blessed with rich landforms and amazing natural wonders. Fortunate, indeed.

Infrastructure and Transport

          With the increasing number of tourists arriving in Ubay, Bohol in recent years, its local government also made useful amendments to improve its infrastructure and transport efforts to further enhance the quality of service being provided to the tourists. The continuing improvement of their port facilities helped the town to become the trading and transportation hub of the northeastern part of Bohol island, connecting to Leyte, its neighboring province. Cargo traffic to this destination has noticeably accelerate over the

years pointing out the increasing volume of trade between these points.

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Ubay is home to one of only three airports in Bohol. The Camambugan Airport is proposed to be a service airport for airlines that connects to other provinces and tourist destinations. It has a short cemented strip which helicopters use for landing purposes. Moreover, Ubay seaport is considered to be Bohol’s principal gateway to the provinces of Leyte and Samar. Its port is linked to the major port destinations of the island’s neighboring provinces including Leyte and Cebu. In addition, Tapal Wharf, as called by the locals, is another port terminal located in the Barangay of Tapal that serves the route of Garcia-Ubay and vice versa.

Fully Cemented and Maintained Roads

 

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          The road from Talibon to Ubay has already been fully cemented and well-maintained. In between array of residences, tourists are treated to wide open spaces composed of fields of rice and views of the distant rolling hills. Here, traveling by any mode of transportation would be less difficult because the roads are easy to drive on. Ubay also prioritizes the further construction of roads leading to the town’s sceneries to provide convenience to tourists. Besides enhancing land transport facility and easing traffic, the completely cemented road will also integrate container terminal traffic within existing operations of the town’s port. Unlike its neighboring towns, Ubay’s highways are well-built making it a perfect place for road trips while eating tons of snack and banging your head to the tracks that blast on the radio.

Local Government Unit Support

          Another reason for Ubay’s continuing economic growth is the support from its local government. In fact, the LGU of Ubay made an excellent job in the enhancement of the newly renowned Ubay Green Park, a former dumpsite converted into an ecological park that would surely draw tourist in an eco-friendly way. This eco park aims to promote the agri-tourism of Ubay and also showcases the farm technology advancements in the province of Bohol. The materials used in the development were recyclable plastic bottles that were painted with shade of green giving off a nature-like appearance that look pleasing to the eyes. As an ecological park, it is full of diverse kinds of flowers that bloom gloriously. The success of the formation of Ubay Green Park by the local government of Ubay is a living proof that this town gives immense importance to their environment and values the lives of those within it.

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Offers A Laid-back Life Experience

          Given its natural wonder and rich biodiversity, Ubay is undoubtedly a refreshing place to settle down on. Lower cost of living and low crime rate because of the effectively implemented laws and regulations sum up to the hundred reasons why this town is still soaring high. Compared to other towns in Bohol, Ubay offers goods and product with very high quality which you can purchase at a very inexpensively. Here, you no longer have to worry about your safety  because peace and order are made sure to be implemented in any way possible. Police officers and barangay officials always give their full effort to ensure that every individual can live a life where his fundamental rights are protected and preserved. Incidence of fires is reported to be low in the municipality.

Photos from Ubay Police Facebook Page

Tourists who have visited this town claimed that they felt secured during their stay. They added that if given a chance, they would be really please to go back and visit Ubay again. This only proves that Ubay is indeed a safe haven. Because if this place gives a little to zero attention to the security of its people, the tourists would not have been pumped to travel here again.

 

The Authentic Filipino Culture and Trait Still Exist

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Filipinos, in general, are known for being hospitable. This trait is ingrained in the Filipino culture since time immemorial. The people in Ubay called Ubaynons, are popular for treating tourists warmly. It is common for them and has become part of their traditions to prepare abundant Filipino cuisines for the tourist to have a taste of our culture through foods. And as a matter of fact, the residents would be more than willing to share not only their meals but their entire home as well. Ubaynons will offer to show you around the area without asking anything in return. It has been their trademark to greet the tourists with the phrase that goes “Feel at home!” to make sure that they are at ease during their stay. If you want to know more about something, you can approach the locals and they will cater to your needs and questions. Ubaynons also grasp the concept of solidarity and peace, they look out for each other and treat everyone with utmost respect and kindness.

Conclusion

          Ubay, Bohol is truly a masterpiece. With its majestic natural wonders, a prospering and safe community, laid-back surrounding, people who strive to preserve its traditions and treat tourist with genuine care, and tight social personnel, it is just the perfect place for settling down and for starting a new life. Together, hand in hand, let us unearth the treasure and unfold the splendid beauty of Ubay, Bohol.

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