Cebu the Capital is Cebu City it lies to the east of negros island to the west Leyte and to the

southeast is
bohol province. It is flanked on both sides by the straits of Cebu ( between Cebu and Bohol ) and Tanon
(between Cebu and Negros).

Cebu is subdivided into nine cities and 44 municipalities and these are:Bogo City, Carcar City, Cebu City,
Danao city, Lapu-lapu City, Mandaue City, Naga City, Talisay City, Toledo City,. the municipalities are;
Alcantara, Alcoy, Alegria, Aloguinsan, Argao, Asturias, Badian, Balamban, Bantayan, Barili, Boljoon,
Borbon, Carmen, Catmon, Compostela, Consolacion, Cordova, Daanbantayan, Dalagueta, Dumanjug,
Ginatilan,Liloan, Madridejos, Malabuyoc, Medellin, Minglanilla, Moalboal, Naga , Oslob, pilar,
Pinamungahan, Poro, San Fernando, San Francisco, Sa Remegio,Santa Fe,Santader,
Sibonga,Sogod,Tabogon,Tabuelan, Tuburan, Tudela, Ronda and Samboan.

History says: A flotilla of 5 ships with a crew of 237 sailed out of Seville,Spain on August 10,1519 with
Portuguese Explorer Fernando De Magallanes. After that on March 16,1521 his patience and
determination when he sighted the land for the first time. March 25, 1521 mark Magellan’s discovery of
Limasawa Island in Leyte where the fire and the first Christian mass was held and then first Christianity
was done also in Cebu.
We can access the place by Riding in any types of transportation by Land, Air and Sea but the most
efficient is to use air transportation like Aeroplane.
8 Historical Travel Destinations:
Magellan Cross, Fort San Pedro ,Heritage of Cebu Monument, Magellan Marker ,Colon Street, Lapu lapu
monument, University of San Carlos, and Capitol Building
– Magellan cross where the first Christians Filipinos, Raja Humabon and Queen Juana and about
400 followers, were baptized by Fr. Pedro Valderama. Fort San Pedro considered as the smallest,
oldest tri- bastion fort in the country. This served as the nucleus of the Spanish settlement in the
Philippines. Heritage of Cebu monument it showcases the significant and symbolic events in the
history of Cebu from the time of Raja Humabon to the recent beatification of Cebuano martyr
Pedro Calunsod.it is called Magellan Marker because before Magellan reach the shore, he was
killed by island chieftain Lapu lapu and his men during the battle for supremacy and freedom on
April 27, 1521.

– The colon street is the oldest street in the Philippines that was built by the Spaniards in the time
of Miguel Lopez de Legaspi. Lau lapu monument where It depicts the hero holding a bolo in one
hand and pestle on the other. And it symbolizes the Filipino bravery.

– University of San Agustin is the oldest school in the country that is established in year 1565.The
Capitol Building where the provincial government seats.

18 Cultural Travel Destinations

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– Casa Gorordo Museum (35 Lopez Jaen St. Cebu City) Home of the Filipino Bishop of Cebu, Juan
Gorordo (1862-1934). A tour inside this residence is a brief journey into a Filipino lifestyle in a
particular period between 1860 and 1920.The place presently features noted paintings, museum
relics, a courtyard antique household items and furniture.
– Fort San Pedro National museum (Legaspi Ext. Cebu City) Artifacts taken from the old Spanish
Galleon known as San Diego with in the deep sea of fortune Island off the cost of Nasugbo,
Batangas are on display in this centuries old fort.
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University of San Carlos Museum ( P.del Rosario St.Cebu City) A product of years of research
activities of the Anthropogical Department’s faculty in Central and Southern Philippines , it has

four galleries ; Spanish Colonial, Ethographic, Archeological, and Natural Science .

– The Southwestern University Museum (Urgello Private Road, Cebu City) Holds the extensive
collection of Lydia Aznar Alfonso reflecting the flourishing trade, lifestyle, and culture of the port
city Cebu in pre historic times.
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– Julian Jumalon’s Butterfly Sanctuary and Art Gallery (20-D Macopa St.,Basak,Pardo.,Cebu City)
The country’s oldest butterfly collection and butterfly Sanctuary with live immature and adult –
stage local butterflies in their natural settings. It also houses the Lepido Mosaic Art collection, so
called because it utilizes butterfly wings as its medium.
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– Rizal Museum and Library within Cebu City l along Osmenia Boulevard, it showcases a collection
of Antique donated by famous and rich Cebuano’s Families.
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– Arcenas Antique Collection-Spanish period furniture and jewelries, pottery, porcelain wares are
on display Dr. and Mrs. Ramon Arcenas residence located at Banawa, Cebu City.
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– Rose Ong Orchid Collection -So beautiful and varied, the biggest orchid collection in the
province.
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– Aznar Alfonso Antique Collection- Owned by Dr. Lydia Aznar Alfonso, the antique collection is of
much younger vintage.
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– Pres. Sergio Osmenia Memorabilia and cap art gallery- Contains an estimated 500
personal belongings and document worthy of remembrance of the Grand Old Man of
Cebu.
– Rizaliana Museum- Contains the memorabilia of Dr. Jose Rizal given by his sister to the
university of southern Philippines Museum.
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– Sala piano Museum- A Unique collection of hundreds of pianos of varying sizes and
shapes. Venue to classical concerts and houses a music foundation.
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– The cathedral Museum of Cebu- Museum for the Cathedral Heritage of the Church-
houses liturgical
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– Basilica del St.Nino museum – The museum was first established in the year 1965 by
Fr. Ambrisio ‘boy’ J. Galindez OSA, mainly for the purpose of the commemoration of
the Fourth Centennial celebration of the Christianization in the Philippines.
Museo Sugbo (M.J.Cuenco A ve.,Cebu City) Formally inaugurated by Gov. Gwendolyn F. Garcia on
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August 5, 2008, the eve of the 349 Founding Anniversary of the Province of Cebu the provincial
museum has 12 galleries spread six buildings, all made up of coral stone and lime mortar, the largest
collection of Spanish structures ever to be found in a single site of Cebu.

University of San Carlos Museum (P.del Rosario St.,Cebu City) The University of San Carlos Museum was
founded in 1967 by the late German, Fr. Rudolf Rahmann. The Museum is composed of four galleries (1)
Spanish Colonial Gallery, (2) the ethnographic Gallery(3) the Archaeological Gallery (4) Natural Science
Gallery Ethnographic materials from the Buhid Mangyans of Mindoro whichs ws first collected in 1953

by Dr.Marcelino Maceda andconcequently was followed by field collection by him and Fr.Rahmann on
the material culture of the Negritos of Antique.

Kota Park (Bantayan) is located north of the island of Bantayan in the town of Madridejos.The park was
built in the 1790’s as a Spanish front (Kota Fort) and was used to protects the locals from pirates and
Spanish militiamen

Balay na Tisa (Carcar) Also called “House of Tiles “The Balay na tisa is considered one of the towns
valuable treasures. Inside the house one can find priceless antiques from silver and ceramic dinnerware
to the wooden poster beds, cabinets, tables, and chairs.

11 Natural Travel Destinations

– Mactan Island (Across Mandaue City) A coral island and famous scuba diving site, where beach
resorts of international standards are located .Also the sites of the Export processing Zone,with
102 companies in operation . Employing 37,118 people .Land area -150 hectares.
– Malapascua Island(across the northern tip of Cebu) it was on Christmas day when the Spaniards
reached the island.According to townfolks ,it was supposed to be a special day of celebration
but unfortunately a storm hit the island and so came the name “Malapacual” Malas sa sa
Pasko,which means “Unfortunate Christmas” in English.Malapascua is sometimes referred called
to as “Logon” the main community in the south. ”Logon” got its name when the Japanese and
Americans fought over the island during WWII.
– Camotes Island Located north of Cebu,across Danao City. The island is composed of four towns
:PoroSan Francisci,Tudela and Pilar. To cross the island, one has to go to Danao City, an hour
away from Cebu City or take fast ferry.
– Kawasan Falls (Mututinao Badian) One can feel the surrounding lush greenery of the
panoramic waterfalls.
– Badian Island is 97 kilometers southwest of Cebu City Famous for Beatiful corals,reefs,
and white sandy beaches, making it an excellent diving spot.
– Olanggo Wildlife Sanctuary Olanggo island supports the largest concentration of
migratory birds found so far in the country.
– Moalboal is 89 kilometer south west of Cebu City. Offers white sandy beaches and rich
marine life for scuba diving. Notable as an excellent diving area is the water around
Pescador Island.
– Nonoc Cave (Borbon) is 83 kilometers north of Cebu City. Very picturesque view, shelter for
picnic goers and bathers
– Bantayan Island (Located in the north western tip of Cebu) Serene and tranquil, and
boasting of fine white sand beaches, the island is a favorite holiday hangout ,especially
during the Lenten Season.
– Bojo River ( Aloguinsan) is a nature lover’s paradise. Take an eco-cultural trip along the
streams of the river, as communities of fishermen and their families operate the
educational tour.
– Minantaw Marine Park and Sanctuary (Dananjon Bank, near Lapu-lapu City) It is the only
double barrier reef in Southeast Asia and one of only six double barrier reefs in the world. The
256 hectare sanctuary will be home to Oslob”Tuki” or Butanding, in recent years,with
conservation effort and whale shark consciousness, locals are now harvesting financial gains by
preserving the whaleshark rather than treating them as a food source
– Man Made Tourist Destinations
– Cebu Botanical Garden (Camp Marina, Capitol Hills) Where plant hobbyists can see a
collection of greenery.
– Liloan Lighthouse Found in the municipality of Liloan around 81 kilometer north of Cebu City.
It stands at a towering height of 72 feet in an uphill area overlooking the splendid Mactan
Channel.
– Mandaue mactan Bridge - Built in 1972 at cost of P65 million. This 864-meter bridge connects
the islands of Mactan and Cebu
– Plaza Independencia –A popular hangout during weekends, centuries old acacia trees dot this
park
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– Fuente Osmenia Park – A lovely circular park with a beautiful fountain in the middle.Named
after Cebu’s Grand Old Man ,the late president Sergio Osmena, Sr.
– Tops – Situated 2,000 above sea level on the cool hills of Busay.it is an excellent sight-seeing
spot which offers a breathtaking view of Metro Cebu and the islands of Mactan and Olango.
Open Kiosks are available for daytime picnics and instant evening parties
– Guitar Factories – It is amazing to note that while guitar making is the occupation of the people
of Mactan District. The raw materials used have to be shipped from Mindanao and nowhere on
the island can be found such materials.
Marcelo Fernan Bridge –is an extra dosed cable-stayed bridged located in metro cebu. Its spans
across mactan Channel connecting Cebu Island to Mactan Island.
– Crocolandia (Biasong, Talisay City) Situated beside the Managa River in Talisay, it has for its
main attraction a mini-zoo and a botanical garden. It is also equipped with picnic areas,
restaurants, refreshment center, souvenir shops, butterfly sanctuary, boat and fishing area, and a
library.
– Family Park (Nasipit Talamban)- Nestled in the Nasipit mini-watershed, it provides
families with an alternative and wholesome recreation site within the city. This 20-
hectarearea is nature friendly.
– Mountain View Nature’s Park (Sitio Garahe, Busay- Overlooking the city, It is situated
near the cool gardens of busay. This park comes with a mini-zoo, accommodations, and
canteen
– Golf Courses Alta Vista Golf and Country club- Situated in the lower mountains of
pardo, this golf course offers a different and challenging terrain for the avid golfer.
– Biggest Shoe-Though the shoe was bigger than the one made by Marikina it did not
make the Guinness Book of World Record because it was only half a pair.
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– Basilica Minor del Santo Nino This church was built by Miguel Lopez de Legaspi and
Fr.Andres Urdaneta on the site where the image of Santo Nino was found in 1565.The
first structure of the church was however destroyed by fire on November 1568.
– Image of Santo Nino Considered as the oldest religious relic in the Philippines. It was on
April 21, 1521 that Magellan gave the image to Queen Juana as a baptismal gift. Forty
four years later, on April 27, 1565, when Miguel Lopes de Legaspi arrived in
Cebu,Fr.Andres de Urdaneta, who formally Christianized the Cebuanos, found the
natives hostile.
– Taoist temple The temple preserves the teaching of Lao-Tse the 600 B.C Chines
philosopher.Everyday people climb its 81 steps(representing the 81 chapters of Taoism
scriptures) to light joss sticks and have their fortune read.
– Phu-sian Temple A Buddhist temple, the third Chinese temple on Beverly hills located
at the right side of the road to the Taoist Temple.

– Chapel of the Last Supper. Life –sized carvings of the Lord Jesus and his 12 Apostles seated at a
long table for the last supper. This is the only one of its kind in the country. This treasured relic is
found in the Church of Mandaue City that dates back to 1601.
– Celestial Garden (Banawa Hills,Cebu City) Owned and managed by the Tanchan foundation.
Twelve hectares of rolling hills where life-size statues depicting the drama of the Stations of the
Cross were built.
– Boljoon Church (Boljoon) is the oldest remaining original stone church in Cebu. The interior on
the church shows old and intricate carvings. It is in pseudo-baroque rococo style.
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– Sinulog Festival every 3rd Sunday of January;province wide) Cebu biggest and most popular
festival.The feast is in the honor of the Holy Image of Senyor Santo Nino de Cebu.FiestaSenyor,
as it is widely known, is the most celebrated among Cebu’s festivals, where people coverage
along the routes of a grand solemn procession and partake in the gaiety amidst a madri gras
parade immersed in wild colors and the constant beating of drums.
– Tagbo (January; Poro, Camotes Island) Celebrated in honor of the Patron Santo Nino de Poro.
Beloved memoir of a living past, Tagbo is the cornerstone from which this great municipality has
sprung. Rich in cultural heritage and deep in spiritual values. Tagbo is a very significant event
preluding the birth of a town very dear to the hearts of her sons and daughters.
– Kadaungan sa Mactan(April 27.,Lapulapu City) A one day re- enactment celebrated with pomp
and pageantry every 27th of April to commemorate the historic battle of Mactan between the
forces of Lapulapu and Ferdinand Magellan.
– Cassava Festival (June 10-11, Camotes Island) Held with the aim of creating awareness
among the people on the different uses and economic opportunities offered by cultivating
cassava.
– Barangayan (June 12, countryside) An annual celebration of Philippine independence
held every June 12.
– Dinagat Festival (August 5; Cordova) The festival is characterized by street dancing and
interpretative dance competition based on the fishing rituals and culture of the
Cordovahanons.
– Nuestra Senora de Regla Fiesta (20-21;Lapulapu City)Held to honor the patrones of
opon. This religious and social events reveals the deep religious faith of the people and
their penchant for merry making. A food fair, carnival processing and a coronation of the
fiesta Queen highlight the festivity.
– Carcar fiesta (24-25; Carcar) Celebrated in the honor of the town’s patron.St.Catherine
of Alexandria. Carcar town is noted for its old Spanish style houses in the quiet
countryside setting. During fiestas, the resident would invite friend’s relatives and town
visitors into their homes to taste popular local delicacies. A lively and enjoyable events.
– Pasko sa Sugbo (December; Province side) An annual celebration by lighting and decorating the
main throughout in Cebu, starting from capitol down to Plaza Independencia.
– Sanayon (Variables dates;Cebu City) Agro tourism festival in the southern town of the second
district about 100 kilometers from the city. A month–long activity to spread out tourism to the
countryside
– Via crusis (Lent [Banawa Hills; Cebu City) A Lenten activity where devotees do their penitential
procession through the Stations of the Cross built on 12 hectares of rolling hills
– Pasko sa Kasakit (Holy Thursday and Good Friday [Variables dates;Bantayan Island) A religious
procession of life-size image of the death and passion of Jesus Christ carried in richly decorated
and lighted carrozas.
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– Cebu is known for its guitars, Guitar making is the occupation of the people of Mactan
District and Maribago City District in Lapu lapu City.
– Cebu is also known not only famous for the fresh mangoes but its export quality dried
mangoes. Also known are local bakery products like otap rosquillos, lengua de gato,
dried fish, danngit, posit, lapu-lapu chicharon from carcar, dried beef tapa,longganisa etc.
– Marine products, fresh and dried are very popular pasalubong from Cebu.
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– Oriental Negros the Capital is Dumanguete City Negros occupies the south-eastern half of
occidental Island of Negros, with Negros Occidental comprising the north western half. It also
includes Apo Island a popular dive site for both local and foreign tourists. Negros Oriental faces
to the east across the tanon Strait and Siquijor to the south east. Oriental Negros is subdivided
into 19 municipalities and six cities these are:Bais City, Bayawan City, Canlaon City, Dumanguete
City, Guihulngan City, Yanjay City. Alman, Ayungon, Bacong, Basay, Bindoy, Dauin, Jumalalud,
Lalibertad, Mabinay, Manjuyod, Pamplona, San Jose, Santa Catalina, Siaton, Sibulan, Tayasan,
Valencia,Vallermoso, and Zamboanguita.

– History says the Negros Island is believed to have once been part of the island of Mindanao, but
was cut-off-either by continental drift or the rising waters at the end of ice age. Among the early
inhabitants of the island were dark skinned peoples belonging to the Negrito ethnic group, as well
as Han Chinese and Malays. They called the island “Buglas” a native word which is believed to
mean “cut-off ”
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– By Air. It is the one hour and 15 minutes by plane from manila, and 40 minutes from Cebu to
Dumanguete City. There are daily directs flights from manila
– By Sea. There are also daily sea voyages to and from different points in the Visayas and
Mindanao and twice a week to and from Manila.
– By Land. It is also accessible via land from different hub across Central Visayas namely Bacolod
and Cebu Island.
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– Baldwin Locomotive (Bais City) rests on memories of its heyday as dean of the hacienda
workhorses.
– Spanish Fortress (Ayungon)Remains of a Spanish fortification on the shoreline of Tampocon II
– Central Azucarera de Bais (Bais City) Established in 1918 by the Compania General de
Tabacos de Filipinas SA, or Tabacalera as its first sugar mill in the Philippines.CAB stimulated
the growth of Oriental Negros’ sugar industry.
– Balatong point (Basay) Also called Punta Tabungon by the locals, with rocks and large corals
used as navigation landmarks.The biggest shipment of WWII ammunition for the Negros guerilla
movement is said to have been unloaded here, now the favored dive site of many scuba
enthusiasts.
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– Siliman University (Dumanguete City) Founded more than a century ago, itcomprises35
hectares adjacent to downtown Dumanguete, declaredas a bird sanctuary, and noted forits
olden trees, cottage residence, and major buildings such as Guy Hall, Channon Hall,
Oriental and Occidental Halls,which the Japanese occupation forces used for
administrative and penal activities.
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– Looc Memorial Shrine (Sibulan) Marks the site of the first World War II encounters in
Negros Oriental, on October 11, 1942, when independent partisan guerilla groups joined
forces.
– Fil-Am Jap Amity Shrine (Valencia) A three- sided pillar soars above a viewing deck
on the Sangbang hilltop where Filipino, American, and Japanese soldiers clashed in a
fierce encounter during World War II in Oriental Negros.
– Spanish Fountain (Valencia) Devised by an Augustian friar to spout water channeled
from a highland spring, the fountain is now the centerpiece of the sunken Valencia
Municipal Plaza.
– Cata-al War Memorabilia (Valencia) Relics of the World War II encounter in Oriental
Negros include Japanese and American materials and personal effects, preserved as part
of the private collection of the Cata-al family in Valencia.
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– Fleur-de-Lis Hall (Dumaguete city) Housed at St.Paul College, it is noted for its lavish
theatrical productions. The multi-purpose Hall provides more seating and a bigger stage
for the school’s cultural presentations.
– Luce Auditorium (Dumaguete city) Siliman University’s modern cultural center is the
fully airconditioned venue for local and international performing artists and also houses a
ballet studio and a spacious lobby for exhibits.
– Sidlakang Negros NOREA showrooms (Dumaguete City) The arts and crafts hub of
Oriental Negros; two browse around shops- the main showroom in the Sidlakang Negros
Building at the Capitol Area and another at Products of Negros Oriental in Noblefranca.
St.., downtown Dumaguete , both operated by the Negros Oriental Entrepreneurs
Association (NOREA).
– Mariyab Gallery (Dumaguete City) -Central Venue of Oriental Negros’ visual artist, an
extensive inventory of Books of Filipino authors are also found at the gallery.
– Sinco Memorabilia Museum (Dumaguete City) - Repository of works and personal
effects of Vicente G. Sinco, a signatory of UN charter. Also houses an exhibit of objects
d’art and crude implements of early Negrenses. Established in 1949 by Dr. Sinco as his
masterwork, the museum is located in Foundation University.
– Siliman University Ethno-Antro Museum (Dumaguete City)-Exhibits of artifacts and
archaeological finds dating some 2,000 years back;also showcases an ethnographic
collection from the country’s tribal monirities.
– Siliman University Library (Dumanguete City) - Largest collection of books and
publications in the province, with ample space for regular exhibits.
– Negros Oriental Arts and Heritage (Bacong)- Export-quality stone craft items are
manufactured here.
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– Lag-it Beach (Bais City) a Magnificent seven-kilometer stretch of powder-white sand

that disappears in the clear water at high tide, a unique adventure for swimmers.
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– White Sand Reef (Bais City) It’s shoreline is a vast stretch of powder-white sand and
sparkling azure waters; ideal for swimming and diving.
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– Camangyawon Beach (Basay) Fine white sand beach bracketed by twin rivers that hug
the island in Camangyawon, a municipal fish port complex located in the area.
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– Nagbo-alao Cave and Beach(Basay) Fine pebbled beach line with prominent rock
formations and coves just off the highway; reached by interesting foot paths.
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– Antulang Beach (Siaton) Strip of white pebble beaches between Zamboanguita and
Siaton; Interesting rock formation on the beach; clear waters and underwater scenery
ideal for snorkeling.
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– Talisay Beach Park (Bacong) Popular public resort operated by the Bacong Municipal
Government. Has a coconut grove and gardens, which cottages for picnic goers; three
houses perched atop Talisay trees for longer-term accommodation. Usual take-off point
for visit to nearby Negros Oriental Arts and Heritage (NOAH) stone craft factory,
sinamay weaving center, and the Bacong church.
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– Tambolo Beach (siaton) Located along Bonbonon Bay, it is good site for windsurfing,
scuba diving and sailing; cottages amid the white pebbled beach, with a restaurant to
serve beach enthusiasts.
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– Apo Island Beach Resort (Dauin) Formerly known as Kan-Upe Cove Resort, this is an
internationally acclaimed dive site with eight regular and honeymoon cottages. The 12-
hectare island has a hilly terrain and white –pebbled lagoon. The Balwarte Rocks and
Oriental Negros Marine Conservation Park, with its spectacular coral gardens and
marvelous marine life, are consistent crowd drawers.Apo island is accessible by a 35-
minute boat ride from Zamboaguita
San Moritz Beach ( Agan –Agan , Sibulan) Swimming and beachcombing area with five naturally
ventilated cottages for rent, with balcony and bathroom , under shady trees; game room available.

Mina’s Undersea World (Zamboanguita ) is 200 yards from the beach, a veritable marine garden for
snorkeling and swimming. In this area are water tanks with white sea turtles and other marine
creatures.

Banica Swimming Lagoon (Valencia) Two river fed swimming pools in the garden setting, with
restrooms and canteen.It is a favorite hangout of picnic goers due to its proximity to Dumanguete City.
Pasaka-an Spring (Mabinay) A poblacion landmark spring –fed lake amid a forested area, ideal for
picnics and bathing.The spring is the town’s main source of potable water.

San Isidro Hot Spring (Tanjay) Hot Spring bordered by mangroves,located in Barangay San Isidro.

Inyawan Enchanted Falls (Canlaon City) Flows 100 feet off Inyawan River at the edge of a forest. Cold
and clear waters cascade downstream to join Masaulog River.

Ouiapot Falls (Canlaon City) Bottle-shaped water cascade about 100 feet. largest of three neighboring
waterfalls fed by the Binalbagan,Malaiba,and Linothangan tributaries.Deep basin ideal for swimming
and boating.
– Pulang Bato Falls (Valencia) Cool clear waters cascading over reddish rock formations
creating an awesome two toned waterfalls.
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– Casaro Falls (Valencia) Cool waters cascade down to a swimming basin, almost
enclosed by step precipices and lush vegetation. Hikers traverse an adventurous nature
trail. Considered the province’s most photographed falls.
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– Balanan (Sandulot Siaton) A vast mountain retreat developed around a lake. Explore
relax to birdsong and water music.
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– White Sand Bar (Manjuyod) A 7-kilometer –long strip of white sand beach in the
middle of North Bais Bay.
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– Canlaon Volcano One of the tallest peaks in the Visayas, the volcano raised canlaon
City’s skyline to 8,085 feet above sea level. A favorite spot of intrepid mountain climbers
the still active volcano can be accessed from canlaon city 165.7 km from Dumanguete
City.
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– Makawiwili Ridge (Canlaon City) Also known as the” saddle in the sky "the ridge is
located between two mountain peaks 8,000 feet above sea level, and frequently used by
scientists as a vantage point in observing the two craters of Canlaon Volcano.
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– Mt. Talinis (Valencia) oriental negros prominent peaks, the Cuermos de Negros or Horns
of Negros rise 5,095 feet above sea level and are situated nine kilometer southwest of
Valencia.
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– Cayaso Cave (Mabinay) An underground river located one kilometer from the poblacion
Municipal Hall. Three kilometers long and six feet wide, the cave goes 20 feet down a
winding stone pathway leading to an underground river of potable drinking water but
without a visible outlet.
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– Mabinay Cave (Mabinay)Some 32 minor and major caves identified by a Dutch-
Belgian expedition in 1990.Awe-inspiring limestone formations and underground rivers
await spelunkers.
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– Pandaliban Cave (Mabinay) Stalactites and stalagmites abound in this cave which is
accessible by foot. Cave tours can be arranged with the Tirambulo Highland Resort in
Paniabonan, Mabinay.
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– Bird Sanctuary and Mangrove Park(Bais City)A 400 hectare protected mangrove
forest which is a natural habitat and nesting place of birds and other wildlife.Accessible
by boat and then a walk through a 5,968 bamboo split boardwalk before reaching the
park.
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– Bais Bay Regular cruises supervised by the Bais Hall can take visitors out to Tanon Strait
to view playful dolphin and pygmy sperm whales.Dolphin and Whale watching activities
are ideal between May and September.
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– Tanon Strait (Bais City) Popular for Dolphin and whale watching activities ideal from
May to September when playful dolphins surface from their natural habitat to put up an
acrobatic show for enthusiasts,
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– Camp Mapot and Mountain Park (Canlaon City) Verdant plateau 5,000 feet above the
sea level, first developed as a health camp; pine trees,streams, and hillside springs, some
rare flora and fauna. Temparature and scenery reminiscent of Baguio’s Mines View
Park;Part of Mt. Canlaon National Park,a favorite of nature trekkers.
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– Bacong Oil Mil (Bacong) Mill for processing copra into oil. It has well-kept premises
and a vicinity rich with the delicious aroma of coconut being cooked.
– Dyno Nobel (Bacong) Biggest Swedish venture in the country at the time; an ammonium
nitrate plant consistently cited for excellence in safety standards; main building and
guest house by the sea; private wharf.
– Tirambulo Highland Resort ( Mabinay) A resort set among scenic mountains with five
man-made lakes teeming with fish, man-made waterfalls, cottages and restaurant amid
beautifully landscaped lawns and shady forested areas.
– Dumaguete Golf and Country Club (Sibulan) A newly refurbished clubhouse and the 9
hole golf courses of the San Antonio hilltop greens.
– Pamplona Plantation Tourism Estate (Pamplona) Varied natural attractions,with an 18
hole golf course already in place and another in the works. It has a world-class clubhouse
swimming pool, landing strip, and a flank of residential enclaves.
– PNOC Geothermal Power Plant (Ticala, Valencia) Nestled among mountains that
spout steam from vents, set amidst a lush landscape at cool attitude.
– San Antonio Golf Course (Sibulan A 9-hole golf course located in Sibulan ,15 km, from
Dumagute City. Fresh country air, course open to both members and non-members.
– Malatapay Livestock and Fish Market (Zamboanguita) Seaside market of livestock,
fresh fish and seafood, grains, and many other commodies from salt to rubber slippers.
– Aquino Freedom Park (Dumaguete City) Wide expanse of green lawns and old trees
with flower borders, a musical fountain, and the Aquino stage for promenading and
lounging; right in front of the imposing Capitol building.
– Rizal Avenue (Dumaguete City) The capital’s seafront boulevard, lined with old trees
and memorial houses and some of the elegant dining establishments of the city.
Dumaguete’s most popular and promenade and sunrise; jogging track for health buffs.
– Sidlakang Negros Showroom (Dumaguete City) Main shop of Oriental Negros arts and
crafts; it’s branch, Products of Negros Oriental is situated on Noblefranca St.; run by the
Oriental Negros Entrepreneurs Assoviation (NOREA), makers of gift and novelty items,
household and décor accessories, garments, basketry, souvenir shirts, and delicacies.
– Universal Robina/Sugar Milling Company (Manjuyod) Established as Oriental
Negros’ most modern sugar mill, also with an oil mill for copra produced by the northern
district.
– Mayon Zigzag (Canlaon City) Portion of highway from the junction of Barangay
Bagawines where the road ascends in a zigzag, affording a changing panoramic view of
the blue waters of Tanon Strait and the Island of Cebu, and hugging the foothill dwelling
of farmers that appear like toy houses surrounded by cornfields.
– Veranda of the World (Zamboanguita) Located in Salngan II; picnic and camping area
with head-on view of the face of Mt. Talinis and mini terraces for trekking.
– Zoo Paradise of the World (Zamboanguita) Set in an ipil-ipil forested area, it is Fr.
Eleuterio Tropa’s collection of live and stuffed wildlife, memorabilia, and ecological
conversation action during his lifetime. Located in the Salngan 1 camp grounds.
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– Church of St. Agustine of Hippo and and Pipe Organ (Bacong) Completed in 1865
and situated by the sea. Main altar repeated to br the province’s oldest and it’s pipe organ
from Zaragao,Spainwas installed in 1894 through the efforts of its first parish priest, Rev.
Joaquin Soriano.
– Dumanguete Belfry or Campanario Erected in 1811 as bell tower of the Cathedral of
St. Catherine of Alexandria and watchtower to forewarn town folks of impending attack
of marauders.
– Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine (San Jose) In the cane fields of Cambaluctot, where a
spinning sun is said to have manifested the visit of the Lady of Lourdes, devotes flock
every Saturday of the Month.
– San Antonio de Padua (Sibulan) St. Athony’s devotes from all over the province crowd
at the Sibulan church to light candles for the patron saint every 13th of each month.
– Daro Sinulo (3rd week of January; Dumaguete City) The traditional festival in barangay
Daro is held in honor of the Infant Jesus. The barangay’s various “puroks” participates as
“tribus” (tribes).
– Buglasan (May 4; Dumaguete City) The festival of festivals, Buglasan brings together
the finest street dancers of the province for a day of competition and merrymaking. Other
activities include an agri-tourism fair, pageants, and musical variety shows.
– Ayuquitan Festival (May 7; San Jose) The town’s name is derived from inukitan or bird
pickings, recounted in colorful production numbers.
– Fluvial Procession of Sibulan (June 12; Sibulan) Percedes the June 13 fiesta of
St.Anthony de Padua. Lighted and decorated vessels ferry the saint’s image and devotees
along the waters off the town, which attracts mammoth crowds of supplicants to the
patron’s shrine in the parish church.
– Sinulog de Tanjay (June 24; Tanjay City) Street dancing and a mock battle between the
Moros and Christians, followed by their reconciliation through the intercession of town
patron Senor Santiago, held on the eve of the patron’s feast day.
– Budyas (June 29; Tandayag, Amlan) Traditional ritual invokes good fortune on
fishermen their boats and paraphernalia; fluvial procession of elaborately decorated
vessels ferry patrons St. Peter and St. Paul between the two chapels of Tandayag.
– Hudyaka Festival (September 7; Bais City) Highlight of the Bais City fiesta and charter
Day celebration; features street dancing and mardi gras with showdown competition and
grand floats.
– Balik Lantaw sa Amlan (November 28; Amlan) A dance festival depicting the folk
ways of Amlan.
– Hugyawan Dalansayaw (December; Dumaguete City) Hugyawan means
“merrymaking” and is the main concept of the celebration and street dancing
presentations, with contingets coming from all parts of the province.
– Kasadyaan Festival / Foundation University Founder’s Day (December 12-14;
Dumaguete city) Initiated by Foundation University to add color to the local
Community’s Christmas season.
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– Being part of the Negros island, Sugar is the main produce as well as rice and corn.
Budbod kabog is a local delicacy made from ground rice, coconut milk and sugar
steamed to perfection. Christmass decor from the town of Tanjay, dried fish and
moscovado sugar abound. Local sans rival cakes are also a good pasalubong from
Dumaguete City.
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