TAYTAY - Palawan

TAYTAY
Getting Here
From New Public Market, Bgy. San Jose, Puerto Princesa City to Taytay.
Distance:
215 km.
Travel Time:
5 – 6 hr.
“La Estrella del Norte” The Gateway of the Northern Palawan
The town of Taytay derived its name from the word “Talaytayan”. It is a native word for few pieces of bamboo or
wood arranged together to serve as a bridge.
Folklore has it that it when the first Spaniards landed on this place they met a native while they were approaching
a bridge. They asked what the name of the place is. The native thinking that the foreigners meant the “Talaytayan”
as the Spaniards seemed to be pointing at the foot bridge that enable the people to cross the brook that divides
the barrio proper to the Reterada, replied “Talaytayan”.
Forthwith, the Spaniards made it on the record that the name of the place is Talaytayan. With the passage of time
it was shortened to Taytay and so the name sticks to this day.
The town was founded on 1623. It was once the capital of Palawan then only known as Calamianes. The Municipal
Government was officially established in the year 1662 by Count San Augustine who was commissioned by
Governor General Fajardo.
PUERTO DE SANTA ISABEL (TAYTAY PORT)
A visit to Puerto de Sta. Isabelle gives you a historical view of the Spanish Era. Construction started in early 1667
and completed on December 17, 1738. It was built primarily to defend the Spanish Mission from hostile tribal
groups and pirates.
LAKE DANAO
Consists of 661 hectares body of fresh water. 1 ½ - 2 hr. hike from Poblacion. Believed by visiting geologists as a
collapsed volcano in primordial ages as evident by the volcanic rock formation. Numerous islets varying in sizes can
be found within the lake.
MALAMPAYA SOUND PROTECTED LAND AND SEASCAPE
Located in the western side of Taytay, it is large bay with an elongated body of water and surrounded by lush
vegetation. On westernmost side stands majestic Mt. Capoas, the highest mountain in Northern Palawan. Because
of its vast, intact forest, you may still encounter several unique animals such as bearcats, civetcats, wildboars, scaly
anteaters, porcupines, peacocks, talking mynas, parrots, eagles, and countless other species. Marine life includes
Dugongs, Irrawady Dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, and sea turtles. Its white-sandy beaches on the outer side are
some of the finest in the country.
PINANGYARIHAN FALLS – Aside from its potential for mini-hydro-electric source, it afford tourist with a pleasure
of communing with water with its lush verdant tropical rain forests.
ELEPHANT & CASTLE ISLAND – Collectivity known as Pabellon Island.
QUIMBALUDAN WINDING BEACH – Perfect for sunbathing & snorkeling.
MT. CAPOAS
The third highest mountain in northern part of Palawan about 1,030 meters above sea level. Located along
Malampaya Sound Protected Landscape.
MALAIPIT WATERFALLS
Has a sizeable pool with cool and invigorating water in each series of water falls.
PLACES TO STAY
BAHAY TULUYAN
Municipal Government of Taytay
c/o Taytay Tourism Officer
Mobile: 0927-291-9130 / 0920-945-9650
Poblacion, Taytay
Facilities & Services: Aircon room, bunk beds, common T&B.
CASA ROSA
Chelo O. Golo (manager)
Email: [email protected]
Poblacion, Taytay
Mobile: 0920-895-0092 / 0916-653-3311
Facilities & Services: rooms with private T&B, restaurant.
DANIFEL’S GUEST HOUSE
Mr. Danny Baylosis
Poblacion, Taytay
Facilities & Services: offers island hopping tour to nearby island of Taytay , room with common T&B.
DILIS BEACH RESORT
Frank Toelli
Icadambanua island
Bgy. Biton, Palawan
Mob. 0910-231-6292 / 0918-445-6532
Facilities & Services: fan rooms with private T&B, restaurant, island hopping tours.
FLOWER ISLAND BEACH RESORT
Rowena Saranillo
Manager
Tel. 0918-924-8895 / 0917-881-0728
Sat (02) 893-6455
E-mail: [email protected]
Facilities & Services: Rooms with private T&B, paddle banca, stereo, marine sports equipment, service
boat.
MCCC (Macatangay Country & Commercial Center)
Mr. Zosimo Macatangay
Poblacion, Taytay
Mobile: 0916-298-3800 / 0921-358-0252
Facilities & Service: Rooms with fan /aircon and private T&B, bar & restaurant, boutique.
PARAISO ROBERTO
So. Sader, Bantulan Tayaty
Mobile: 0920-946-1980 (Elizabeth Ann)
PEM’S PENSION HOUSE & RESTAURANT
Mr. Elpedio de Luna
Poblacion, Taytay
Mobile: 0916-461-0334
Facilities & Service: rooms with common/private T &B, fan/aircon rooms, restaurant, arranged packaged
tours, island hopping.
TUBOG ECO LODGE
Malaipit Forest, Poblacion Taytay
Mobile: 0920-946-1980 / 0926-524-2696
TAYLELONG PENSION
Ms. Cecilia Arzaga
Poblacion, Taytay
Mobile: 0920- 293-1272
Facilities & Service: fan /aircon rooms with private T&B.
Note: For more information on this municipality, please contact the Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Hall,
Taytay .Tel. no. : (048) 725-4008
Website: www.taytaytourism.com

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