Palawan Island
Set between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea, Palawan is the largest province in the Philippines and is often described as the Philippines' "last frontier". In this province, the largest island is named Palawan Island.
Palawan Island has been described by National Geographic Traveler as having "incredibly beautiful natural seascapes and landscapes" and being "one of the most biodiverse (terrestrial and marine) islands in the Philippines".
Palawan Island is 400 km long and 50 km wide, and has great spots for nature lovers and trekkers to visit -- wonderful areas of jungle, beach and ocean.
The provincial capital, Puerto Princesa, is located on Palawan Island and is the entry point for visitors; but the chief interest for most visitors are the outlying areas of Palawan, such as the Underground River or the Tabon Caves, or the El Nido cliffs and the limestone caves on small islands just off the coast of Palawan Island.