Dimiao Town Hall

Dimiao is one of the charming towns of Bohol that shares the quiet, exotic beauty that the island-province is known for.  Do you want to know more about Dimiao and its many wonderful sights? Here is a glimpse of some of Dimiao's well-preserved attractions which continue to draw flocks of visitors year after year.

San Nicholas Church

Dimiao's San Nicholas Church is one of the oldest stone churches in Bohol identified by its twin bell towers on  both sides of the church’s front facade. Way in front of the church building is a tower with the image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus where the “hugos” is done during dawn rites of Easter Sunday.

St. Nicholas is also the town’s patron saint whose feast day is celebrated every tenth of September. Across the church and across the circumferential road lies the town’s municipal hall which looks elegant with its white painted walls and red roof. a typical Spanish-designed building with prominent arched windows.

Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument

Fronting the Sacred Heart tower is a monument dedicated to the Philippines’ national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, whose statue stands on top of a stone pillar. The monument leads to the municipal hall although facing its side rather than the front view of the building.

Ermita Ruins

The Ermita Ruins are the ruins of a coralline limestone structure built during the Spanish Regime. It lies parallel to the nave of the St. Nicholas Tolentino Church in the town of Dimiao, Bohol. It was allegedly used as a military fortress, a chapel and a burial site of the members of the Spanish clergy. Archaeological excavations were done in 1995 and 1998 in a quest to uncover its mysterious past.

Balbalan Beach

Balbalan Beach lies on a long stretch of white sandy beach facing the Mindanao Sea. It is only a five-minute drive away from the town center. The waters are unpolluted and crystal clear, very ideal for swimming. Out on the deep are colorful coral reefs – a haven for adventurous divers. Sailing is also a pastime in the area.

Imelda Beach

Imelda Beach boasts of a stretch of white sand fringed with tall coconut palm trees. The waters are clear and unpolluted. The beach is fairly accessible, lying along the National Highway. It was once the venue of an encampment of the Boys and Girls Scouts of Bohol.

Dimiao Twin Falls

The Dimiao Twin Falls cascades over a cliff and is a beautiful sight to behold. Nestled 14 kilometers away from the highway, its rugged pathway is a challenge to trekkers who are rewarded with a panoramic view of the falls upon arrival. The dry land near the foot of the falls is ideal for picnics.

Pahangog Twin Falls & Caverns

The Pahangog Twin Falls cascades over a 30-meter high cliff surrounded by a lush forest of tropical trees and flora. A natural basin was carved out from underneath the falling waters and serves as a natural swimming pool for bathers. Two caves lie near to the falls with rock formations carved out by centuries of gushing waters; one cavern has a naturally-contoured basin that fills up with water before flowing outwards from the cave.

Rice Terraces

The rice terraces of Dimiao are a wondrous sight. Although not occupying a large area as that of Mt. Banawe, the terraces are still beautiful to behold especially when it is covered and looks like a velvety green layered field or during near-harvest season when the fields turn into gold.

McArthur’s Cap

The McArthur’s Cap is a rock formation resembling an army officer’s cap that one encounters when entering the town of Dimiao. The rock formation has become an emblem and called such at the successful return of Gen. Douglas McArthur, considered by most post-war Filipinos as a hero, upon the defeat of the Japanese Army during World War II.

Badiang Peak

Badiang Peak is a rugged mountain in Dimiao which has been constantly visited by trekkers and mountain climbers. Hours of trekking along pathways and climbing over boulders are rewarded with a panoramic view of Dimiao and its neighboring lowlands from atop the mountain peak.

Planning a Trip to Bohol

By Air: The main entry point to Bohol is Tagbilaran City (Tagbilaran City Airport) which is only a one hour-and-15 minute flight from Manila and 20 minutes from Cebu.

By Sea: The most convenient way to get to Bohol from the neighboring islands is by fast ferry. Fast ferries offer a high speed passenger service. These have a cruising speed of about 50 kilometers per hour.

Getting Around in Bohol

Once you arrive on Bohol, there are various ways to get around the island. You can find plenty of tricycles and some taxi waiting to bring you to most locations within Tagbilaran and neighboring towns. If you need to go to one of the other towns on the island, you have a choice of jeepneys, busses, V-hires, or even habal-habal.

Nearest accommodations:

• The Peacock Garden - Upper Laya, Baclayon, Bohol, Philippines 6301
• Amorita Resort - Easter A. Lim Drive, Brgy. Tawala, Barangay Tawala - Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines 6340
• Panglao Blue Water Beach Resort - Panglao Island, Danao Beach - Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines
• Amun Ini Beach Resort & Spa - Bas Dako, Candabong, Anda, Bohol, Philippines 6311
• Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa - Barangay Tawala, Panglao, Bolod Beach - Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines