Palawan is the largest island of the province of Palawan in the Philippines and fifth-largest by area and tenth-most populous island of the country, with a total population of 994,101 as of 2020 census. The northwest coast of the island is along the Palawan Passage in the eastern South China Sea, while the southeast coast forms part of the northern limit of the Sulu Sea. Much of the island remains traditional and is considered by some as under-developed. Abundant wildlife, jungle mountains, and some white sandy beaches attract many tourists, as well as international companies looking for development opportunities.
Mixed tropical forest, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
Limestone rock formations, Puerto Princesa Subterranean Park
View over northwest coast of Palawan
Limestone forest in Bacuit Bay
Palawan, officially the Province of Palawan, is an archipelagic province of the Philippines that is located in the region of Mimaropa. It is the largest province in the country in terms of total area of 14,649.73 km2 (5,656.29 sq mi). The capital and largest city is Puerto Princesa wherein it is geographically grouped but administered independently from the province. Palawan is known as the Philippines' Last Frontier and as the Philippines' Best Island.
Image: Kayangan Lake, Coron Palawan
Image: Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Image: El Nido Pure Paradise panoramio
Image: Couple in North Cay island, Busuanga