One thing I failed to ask the locals of Coron is what "Maquinit" exactly means or stands for. It could be a place or some famous local hero or simply the local term for the tagalog word "mainit" - which means HOT! At 45C .... whew!
Located in Coron, Palawan, this hot spring is one of the must-see places there. Mostly visited by the middle and old-aged for the therapeutic effect they get from dipping in it, young ones like me also go there for a relaxing sauna bath experience, also best recommended for those aching legs after climbing Mt. Tapyas' 720 steps.
Personally, I found it hard to get in the water :). The trick is to do it really slow beginning with your toes inching up to your neck. And if you're up for it, then go dive in 'til your ears get red (*grin*). It would be best to stay in the water until you're sure you don't want no more coz there's a sudden drop in temperature and you would need to go slowly again for another dip.
Surrounded by rocks and mangroves, this place is really relaxing. And the view is at its best during sunrise or sunset, so plan your trip well. Enjoy! :)
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| bamboo walkway in Maquinit hot springs |
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| early morning at Maquinit hot springs, awesome way to start the day |
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| Maquinit hot springs |
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