The coast is one of the defining features of life in Negros Oriental, but it isn’t a single kind of landscape.
There are islands surrounded by coral reefs, tidal sandbars, sheltered bays and mangrove environments, each offering a different way to experience the sea.
Some are great places for swimming or sailing, while others are best appreciated for their scenery, wildlife or the communities that depend on them.
From Tala’s hillside setting, the relationship between mountain and sea is especially relevant.
Here, we explore four coastal destinations that illustrate the remarkable variety of the region.