In the past years, Boracay is one of the known tourist places in the world. It is acknowledged for its beautiful beaches and breathtaking sceneries. It is a perfect getaway and provides stress relieving programs or activities. However, due to overcrowding and the improper disposal of wastes, Boracay was shut down by President Duterte for a cleanup. This infographics explains Boracay throughout the years. the origin of boracay.

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        In 1940s to 1950s, Boracay was still a hidden paradise at that time. The residents of Boracay were called “Boracaynons” and they were also dependent in farming and fishing. In 1956, Boracay became an independent province and it became popular among the families living there and tourists started to visit the place on 1960s to 1970s. In 1978, a german writer known as Jens Peter, wrote a book titled “paradise on earth” describing the beauty of Boracay. In 2012, Boracay was named as the world’s second best beach by department of tourism after the beach Providenciales located in Turks and Caicos islands. It was also stated by Travel + Leisure, an international magazine, that is was the best island in the world. However, the island was closed on February 22, 2018, due to the 6 month cleanup program that was implemented by Duterte and will hopefully open to tourists by October 31, 2018. It was to rehabilitate and establish a proper sewerage system.

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        This infographics basically discusses the history of Boracay. How it all started as a beautiful getaway and ending up as the "green" paradise. It also gives the readers background on what the place went through and what's currently happening there.