Manamoc is an island-barangay in the Sulu Sea, in the northeastern part of the province of Palawan in the Philippines. It is a part of the Quiniluban group of islands of the Cuyo Archipelago between the islands of Palawan and Panay.
Geography
Manamoc, like most of the islands of Cuyo, is of volcanic origin. The almost circular island has a diameter of about 1 3/4 mi (3.8 km) and has a total land area of 1,275 acres (516 hectares). It is surrounded by coral reefs and abundant marine life. A break in the reef permits boat to enter the lagoon in the southwestern part of the island. This lagoon has about 3 feet of water at low tide.
The highest point of the island is Mt. English which is about 220 m (721 feet) and is open for trekking.
Economy
The island is essentially supported by fishing, seaweed cultivation and farming.
Three miles northeast of Manamoc is the exclusive resort of Amanpulo, on Pamalican Island. Since its opening...
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