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Gauging by its unquestionable popularity in the tourism scene, the escalating tourist arrival statistics published in the papers, and the white sand beaches people look for in a dream destination, Puerto Galera could easily be mistaken as the capital of the province of Oriental Mindoro. Surprisingly, it is not.

Though Siargao has gained global popularity as a surfing destination, its other attractions are still relatively unknown, and its beaches remain unspoiled. Photographer Jason Zarzuela visits its most popular beaches on Dako, Guyam, and Naked Islands, explores the local towns of Dapa and General Luna, and goes spelunking in Sohoton Caves.