Discover the controversy surrounding a resort near Bohol's Chocolate Hills. Find out why the DENR is taking action!
Chocolate Hills in Bohol is a breathtaking natural wonder, famous for its unique mound-shaped hills that change color to a beautiful shade of brown. Unfortunately, a nearby resort has recently stirred up controversy due to its close proximity to this UNESCO Heritage Site. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has stepped in, issuing a temporary closure order to address the concerns raised by the public.
The DENR's swift action comes after a viral uproar on social media, with netizens expressing outrage over the presence of a resort near the iconic Chocolate Hills. The environmental impact of the resort on this natural wonder has sparked debates and discussions online, with many calling for stricter regulations to protect Bohol's precious heritage.
In response to the backlash, the DENR has emphasized the importance of preserving and conserving the natural beauty of the Chocolate Hills. The closure order issued by the DENR serves as a reminder of the need to balance tourism development with environmental conservation in popular tourist destinations like Bohol.
As discussions continue on the future of the resort near Chocolate Hills, it remains a hot topic among locals and tourists alike. The controversy has shed light on the delicate balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability in the Philippines, urging stakeholders to work together to find a solution that benefits both the tourism industry and the preservation of natural wonders like the Chocolate Hills.
The Chocolate Hills in Bohol is one of the most iconic tourist spots in the country, known for its mesmerizing mound-shaped hills that turn a shade of brown ...
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Wednesday said it had already issued a temporary closure order and a ...
Photo courtesy: Screenshots from Ren The Adventurer (FB). Amid the netizens' uproar over the presence of a resort in the middle of the iconic Chocolate ...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, that it issued in September 2023 a temporary closure order ...
The controversial resort is located within the protected zone of the Chocolate Hills Natural Monument (CHNM)
Travel vlogger “Ren The Adventurer” on March 6 shared a video on his Facebook page featuring The Captain's Peak Garden and Resort in Sagbayan, Bohol. The resort ...
On March 6, a content creator going by the moniker Ren The Adventurer shared aerial footage of The Captain's Peak Garden and Resort in Sagbayan, Bohol, on ...
A temporary closure order was issued to the project proponent of the Captain's Peak Garden and Resorts in September 2023, and a notice of violation followed ...
MANILA – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has ordered the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) in Bohol to ...
MANILA, Philippines — Bohol 3rd District Rep. Alexie Tutor on Wednesday called for the demolition of a resort around the province's famed Chocolate.
Humorous Filipinos could not help but take the now viral image of Captain's Peak Resort at the foot of Chocolate Hills to their 200-peso bills.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources yesterday ordered the implementation of a temporary closure order earlier issued against a resort at the ...
The Captain's Peak Resort had gone viral earlier today, March 13, after a video of it was posted on Facebook.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has directed its provincial office in Bohol to inspect a resort...