{"id":8526,"date":"2019-05-09T08:35:21","date_gmt":"2019-05-09T08:35:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/queencitycebu.com\/?p=8526"},"modified":"2023-12-13T14:37:57","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T14:37:57","slug":"the-road-less-traveled-barili-cebu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/queencitycebu.com\/the-road-less-traveled-barili-cebu\/","title":{"rendered":"The Road Less Traveled: Barili, Cebu"},"content":{"rendered":"
You\u2019ve heard about it. Or probably you\u2019ve passed by it during one of your travels, but have you took time to stop and notice the wonders of the unadulterated splendor of Barili? Located sixty-one kilometers away from the crowd of Cebu City is a safe haven for those who seek peace and warmth, beauty and thrill \u2013 a home for those who needs to pause and relax.<\/p>\n
According to locals, Barili (or balili) <\/em>is a local name of a grass that grows abundantly in the municipality long time ago. It was established after the arrival of Captain Juan Juarado in 1602 wherein a cross was planted in the municipality.<\/p>\n So, what can you actually do in Barili?<\/strong><\/p>\n Unknown to many, Barili hosts the tallest waterfalls in the province \u2013 the great Mantayupan Falls. It stands to an astounding 200 feet, making every guest struck in awe upon seeing its beauty. Guests can swim and enjoy rafting in the area; though, going directly where the water cascades is prohibited as it\u2019s dangerous.<\/p>\n\n