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Located on the island of Bohol, in the Philippines, lies a special attraction called The Chocolate Hills. It consists of 1268 cone-like hills spread over 50 square kilometers. The hills are green until the end of the dry season and then become chocolate brown, hence the name Chocolate Hills. These limestone hills have a height between 30m and 120m and they are mainly concentrated in the center of Bohol Island. there are many theories of they were formed, some say they are the results of coral deposits rising, while others say they were shaped by erosion and strong winds.

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Chocolate Hills of The Philippines

Legend says The Chocolate Hills are the rocks thrown by two giants that competed in a rock throwing chalenge to prove which one was stronger. They threw large boulders for several days after which they became friends and left the island together leaving the rocks as proof of their competition.


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