Explore The Riverstone Castle Resort In Argao

​When the Spaniards came to the Philippines, they built churches in different town around the archipelago. In addition, they converted many of the natives who took to Christianity like duck to water. Due to this, most of the heritage sites in the country are churches and old Spanish houses. But, there are some places in the island of Cebu where you can find structures you do not typically see in the country. One of these places is the southern town of Argao.

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Argao

Argao is home to a number of heritage sites that have captivated the imagination of many history-loving tourists. In addition, the town is also home to a number of natural tourist attractions visitors can explore. Aside from these tourist spots, Argao is also home to numerous local delicacies that have become the favorite pasalubong items visitors normally bring home with them. These items include the Torta, Peanut Browas, Butterscotch, and Toasted Mini Mamon. But, Argao is also home to a rather out-of-the-ordinary tourist spot, the Riverstone Castle Resort.

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Riverstone Castle Resort

The Riverstone Castle Resort has piqued the curiosity of many visitors to this southern Cebu town. While most of these visitors go to Argao to check out the heritage sites and local delicacies of the town, the Riverstone Castle Resort never fails to get a second look from them. 

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​The Riverstone Castle Resort is a tropical castle resort designed by Raphael Lemmens, a Belgian national. It was built in 2002 in memory of Jesus Galegos, one of the renowned artists who came from the town. It is not an ordinary resort that looks like a castle from the outside since it has a drawbridge, battlements, towers, and a small moat. You may even find a crocodile or two in the moat.

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​The Riverstone Castle Resort features a mini-zoo and swimming pool where you can take a dip to rest your weary muscles after traveling around two hours to the town. In addition, you can also explore the mini-parks of the castle or test how good your aim is at their shooting range. The place also has a function room that looks like the main hall of a real castle. The castle also has facilities for overnight stays.

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Getting to the Riverstone Castle Resort

You can go to the Riverstone Castle Resort in Argao by hopping on a bus headed for the town. Once you reach Argao, you can ride a tricycle or motorcycle for hire to the resort.

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​The Riverstone Castle Resort is just one of the interesting places you can visit when you go around the southern town of Argao. You may also want to have bring with you a pack of Peanut Browas or Butterscotch while you explore the castle. The Riverstone Castle Resort gives you an idea of how it feels to stay n a castle without having to go to England, Scotland, and other countries in Europe.

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