Palawan Island

Palawan Island Facts

• Palawan Island is the largest island in the Palawan Province, in the Philippines. The majority of the site also remains in its pristine natural condition and most of the development is due to tourism.
• This rather breathtaking island ranks as one of the most beautiful on earth. The southern coast borders the Sulu Sea while the northern coast – the South China Sea.
• Much of the island remains covered in dense jungle and teems with wildlife. The entirety of it is officially a Biosphere Reserve as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Palawan Island Geology, Geography, and Ecology

This magical place in Asia has a total area of about 4,706 sq mi (12,189 sq km). The highest elevation on the jungle-covered island is 6,841 ft (2.085 m).

The northern portion of this geological gem is famous for its crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and limestone cliffs.

This island is also teeming with numerous species of flora and fauna. A total of five known endangered species of sea turtle calls the island their home.

In addition to all this, the gorgeous waters surrounding Palawan Island are also full of numerous coral reefs.

There are even extensive cave systems and an underground river on the island.

Palawan Island Climate and Weather

Interestingly, due to unique meteorological factors, Palawan Island actually possesses two distinct climates.

The northern, southern, and western portions of the island display only two seasons which comprise two approximately equal length seasons of wet and dry.

Further, the eastern coastal regions of the island possess a dry to semi-dry climate year-round.

The daytime highs and nighttime low temperatures on Palawan Island remain roughly constant throughout the year. In fact, the average high-temperature year round is 86F (30C).

The surrounding seas are also generally rather calm much of the year.

Features Sharing Its Range

                            

Reed Flute Cave          Tiger Leaping Gorge             Ha Long Bay

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