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Leyte (also Northern Leyte; Waray: Norte san/Amihanan nga Leyte; Cebuano: Amihanang Leyte; Tagalog: Hilagang Leyte), officially the Province of Leyte, is a province in the Philippines located in the Eastern Visayas region occupying the northern three-quarters of Leyte Island (with the remaining portion being the province of Southern Leyte).
From a dream to the Olympic stage, one Leyteño has proven that with sweat, determination, and an unyielding spirit, anything is possible. Aira Villegas, a proud product of the Leyte Sports Academy (LSA) won the Gold Medal at the Smart PLDT ABAP 2012 National Competition.
To help you plan your trip to this sunny province and one of the most underrated destinations in the Philippines, we've compiled the best Leyte tourist spots, which include the best sights in Northern and Southern Leyte.
Leyte is a province in the Eastern Visayas region (Region VIII) of the Philippines. It has a population of 1,776,847 (2020 Census figures) distributed over 2 cities and 40 municipalities. The provincial capital is the highly urbanized City of Tacloban.
Politically, the island is divided into two provinces: (Northern) Leyte and Southern Leyte. Territorially, Southern Leyte includes the island of Panaon to its south. To the north of Leyte is the island province of Biliran, a former sub-province of Leyte.
Jun 17, 2022 · The beautiful province of Leyte is indeed a popular tourist destination, especially in the Visayas Region and it is also one of the fastest-developing provinces in the country!
Sep 2, 2024 · Discover Leyte, a Philippine province known for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and historical significance. With its pristine beaches, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests, Leyte offers a diverse range of attractions to suit every traveller's preferences.
Things to Do in Leyte Province, Philippines: See Tripadvisor's 7,829 reviews & photos of 74 Leyte Province attractions.
One of the many tourist destinations in Visayas includes the beautiful and welcoming province of Leyte. The province is home to the stunning Kalanggaman Island and its white powdery sand beach, the longest bridge in the country, and a historical World War II site.
It is split into two provinces: Leyte Province and Southern Leyte. Some smaller islands are part of each province. Leyte is linked to the bigger island of Samar and the smaller island of Biliran by bridges that go over narrow straits.
