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One of the limestone pillars in the middle of Maqueda Channel in the Caramoan Peninsula. Prior to the arrival of the Spaniards in the 15th century, it was determined that the place was once called Guta de Leche, which was given by Dutch traders who operated a gold mine in Lahuy Island and who frequented the area to trade with the natives. The name was perhaps derived from the milkdrop stalagmites found among the rocks of Guta Port. Upon the arrival of the Spaniards, the place came to be called "Carahan" for the sea turtle, which was at that time to be found in great number along the shores of the Peninsula. (Source: Wikipedia)
Posted for Watery Wednesday and Outdoor Wednesday
14 comments:
Thank you for including the history with your photo.
The name tells an interesting story and suggests interesting possibilities!
Interesting. Reminds me of the James Bond Island off Phuket.
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
beautiful one!!
Beautiful picture and interesting story!
are there still turtles?
Beautiful!!!! I bet, no....I KNOW it is much prettier in person to see this. I'm sure of it.
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Great shot. I always like your post because you always show interesting and beautiful places in our country.
Merry Christmas..
Luna, it's really awesome view!
Thanks for dropping by...
Very informative entry with a great photo. Thanks for sharing and have a nice holidays.
Yoshi
That's a great photo. Thanks for explaining so much about it.
I like the blue green water. :)
ah, this is a place I would like to visit. :)
Interesting, it gives so much more meaning to your photo! Of course, I may be prejudiced (Kidding) since I'm Dutch:)
wishing you a merry Christmas!
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