| Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental's
capital, is popularly known as "The
City of Gentle People!" It is a one-hour flight south of Manila. It is
also known as a "University Town" with its very own Silliman University
- an American-established institution - reputed as one of the best
universities in the country.
If you wish
to explore new worlds, you'll surely be enchanted by Dumaguete. Beneath
her cool blue waters is an exciting: marine showcase of coral reefs and
neon-colored fish. Experience this great adventure among the
magnificent dive sites of Apo Island, Siquijor and Sumilon Marine Park.
Resorts such as Sta. Monica and Salawaki offer full scuba services for
the insatiable diver in you.
SAFE PLACE TO LIVE: This place is very far from terrorist problems and
rebels in other places. No kidnappings and terrorist attacks. As of
August, 2002, there about 1000 foreigners living here in Negros
Oriental Province. |