Legazpi-Sikatuna Sandugo Site, Bohol (the actual blood compact site)

In 2006, the government of Bohol discovered the actual spot of the Blood Compact of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Rajah Sikatuna in the town of Loay, Bohol. The marker is just a few minutes away from the monument. The area is just a small space with a painting of the “Sandugo” ritual and a marker with the history of the event, so this place isn’t visited as much compared to the monument.

According to Kuya Jojo, our driver/guide, many people here say the actual blood compact site is somewhere near the monument and the marker but can’t pinpoint the exact spot.

These were the only pictures I took with this landmark:

the marker of the Legazpi-Sikatuna Sandugo Ritual

the Sandugo Site, Bohol

Chocohills ATV Rides

On our way to the Chocolate Hills in Carmen, we were so excited to see the place, when Kuya Jojo (our driver/guide) asked if we wanted to try first the ATV Rides just at the foot of the main hill. We immediately agreed since we wanted to experience the real adventure. And since we still have enough time for both the ATV (ATV stands for All Terrain Vehicle) ride and the viewing on top of the main hill, he brought as to G1 ATV Rental.

G1 ATV Rental, Carmen Bohol

the map showing the whole area of the Chocolate Hills in Carmen...

all set with our head gears... :)

Baclayon Church, Bohol

The second oldest church in the Philippines stood beautifully in the wonderful island of Bohol. Baclayon Church, which was built during the Spaniards regime here in the Philippines, is 10 minutes away from the city of Tagbilaran. It was the second stop of our Countryside Tour availed from Kuya Tatsky and Ate Kathy.

on our way to the Baclayon Church

the church facade

Blood Compact Site/Monument Bohol

To start our Countryside tour, we went to the famous Blood Compact Site. The area has the statue of the leaders having the compact, so expect to have many tourists falling in line just to take a picture with the monument. Overlooking from the place, you can have a beautiful view of Panglao Beach from afar. 

our first pose with the blood compact monument

Mellow Apartelle and Tourist Inn Bohol

Our accommodation at Mellow Apartelle was already pre-booked by Ate Kathy (wife of Kuya Tatsky Cubero who managed our trip to Bohol). 

the apartelle signage outside

The Surprise Vacation in Bohol: The Tour Itinerary

Bohol, being the 10th largest island in the country, has lots of beautiful things to offer. There are many tourist spots that you’ll surely enjoy. So before going to Bohol, aside from arranging your travel tickets and accommodation, looking for an affordable Bohol Tour Package is important for you to make use of your time wisely. 

Bohol Cathedral