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Swim at the Recoletos Falls with its Wide and Deep Pool

RECOLETOS FALLS

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The name Recoletos is derived from its namesake San Jose Recoletos statue that is located in a cove just beside the waterfalls. The name was given by the former University President (USJR) whom is a native of Biliran.

Recoletos waterfalls is located in the wilderness of Brgy. Sampao in Almeria Municipality which is known as the land of waterfalls. It is a 5-minute walk up from the more famous Ulan- Ulan falls.

The Recoletos waterfall is approximately 15 meters high. It has a wide pool with deep water that is perfect for swimming and cliff jumping. The wide and flat stones surrounding the basin of water is perfect for picnic. The area is surrounded by rich foliage that protect the people from the harsh sun. Read More: http://tourism.biliranisland.com/biliran-the-beautiful-province-you-havent-discovered-yet.php

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Recoletos Falls is located just above the Ulan-Ulan Falls and peacefully hiding in the lush scenery green forest of Sampao, Almeria, Biliran. Getting to this waterfall from the jump off area will take you approximately 30 minutes of a smooth trek and a 5 minute walk from the well known Ulan-Ulan Falls. While on your way to this waterfall, it provides you a beautiful scene that would surely mollify you. The stream of water that flows in the mountain of Almeria somehow creates and hides a mass of amazing waterfalls and an awesome spot for canyoning and river trekking. No wonder that Biliran is known for a great adventure which will surely unlock your wanderlust soul. Read more: https://thelittlelai.com/2017/07/13/recoletos-falls-a-quick-douse-in-its-cold-natural-pool-before-going-up-to-mt-tres-marias/

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The Recoletos Falls was named after San Jose Recoletos, to whom the statue by the cove beside the waterfalls was inspired after. It wasn’t as majestic as Ulan-Ulan Falls, but the beauty of this place is in its serenity. This waterfall is perfect for adrenaline junkies, as the wide pool with deep waters will entice people to go cliff jumping and swimming. Read More: http://wonderfilledjournal.com/2017-ulan-ulan-falls-recoletos-falls-biliran/