Kayangan

Kayangan is a toponym most commonly associated with Kayangan Lake, a freshwater lake on Coron Island in Palawan, Philippines. The lake lies within the Calamianes archipelago and is surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, forming a landscape that typifies the island group’s karst scenery.

Kayangan Lake is celebrated for its very clear water, often described as emerald or turquoise, and its placement among imposing rock walls. Access typically begins with a boat trip from Coron town, followed by a descent to a viewing deck and a short set of steps that lead to the lake itself. Visitors swim, snorkel, and photograph the scenery while conserving the area; guides help with navigation and interpretation and help enforce local rules.

Tourism to Kayangan Lake is a major draw in Palawan and is usually included in day tours of Coron. To protect the ecosystem, regulations may include limits on visitors, designated swim areas, and environmental fees, as well as rules against littering, touching rock formations, or removing shells or organisms.

The name Kayangan appears in other contexts within the Philippines, but Kayangan Lake on Coron Island is the best-known usage of the term.