“HISTORY OF ANDA”

The Municipality of Anda is located on a small peninsula at the eastern tip of

Bohol 100 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. It was formerly known as Quinale and was a
barrio of the municipality of Guindulman from the early part of its civilization up to the
later decade of the 19th century. At the onset, Quinale was basically uninhabited with
plenty of uncultivated lands and its shores were swampy with lots of mangroves and
hardwood trees. Due to the characteristics of land formation of sand, gravel and corals
that piled layer amassed by sea waves since time immemorial. This can be verified
geologically by observing the sandy soil of the barrios of Poblacion and Suba.

Through the years the population of Quinale grew and the people mutually
agreed for independence from Guindulman. On July 8, 1856 they petitioned for
independence and the petition was endorsed by the Assessor General of the
Government to the Governor General of the Philippines on September 3, 1856. Yet their
petition was denied for the reason that they could not meet the required number of 500
tributes or taxpayers. Undaunted, they again petitioned to become an independent town
on December 30, 1872. The petition was addressed to the Provincial Governor of Bohol
and endorsed by him to the “Consejo de Administracion de Filipinas (Council for
Administration of the Philippines), the Father Provincial of the Recollects and the
Archbishop of Manila.

The town has progressed at that time. Public buildings and their church were
improve and roads created leading to Guindulman. But in spite of these developments,
their petition was again denied on the grounds that their total taxpayers reached only
400. Still persistent, Quinale again filed their petition on March 27, 1874 and
subsequently denied due to the same reason of lack of taxpayers. A few months later,
on September 23, 1874, the people again made another petition but now using a
different approach and reasoning. Yes they were denied for the same reasons yet they
pointed out that births in the town of Quinale far exceeded the number of deaths but the
people migrate to other places because of lack of supervision and opportunities. To
answer this need, the officials want their barrio to be made into a town to have proper
supervision and leadership. With these, the people will not leave and the number of
taxpayers would surely reach 500. Provincial Politico-Military Governor Don Joaquin
Bengoechea, was amenable to their line of reasoning and suggested that the people
make a petition for separation of Quinale in the civil aspect only since the requirement
of 500 taxpayers was for becoming a separate parish. So the September 23, 1874
petitioned for becoming a town in the civil aspect only. More than six months passed
before the Consejo de Administracion(Council for Administration) finally recommended
that Quinale be separated in its civil aspect only. Delay was due to the religious
authorities’ reluctance to approve it. Finally on March 12, 1875, the Governor General
Don Jose de Malcampoy y Monje issued the decree creating the new town of Anda and
it being separated from the town of Guindulman in the civil aspect only in consonance
with the desire of the religious authorities. Confirmed by the Archbishop of Manila, the
order of the separation was published on April 1, 1875. With the approval, the local
officials of the new town of Anda and the mother town of Guindulman gathered to
discuss and determine the boundaries of the two towns on May 3, 1875. With the
decree, the people were still given the opportunity to till their lands wherever they may
be located, in Anda or Guindulman. Subsequent years saw Anda’s growth in terms of
population. People did not migrate anymore and eventually the number of taxpayers
increased until they qualified to be a separate town in the religious aspect. On July 18,
1885, Anda became an independent parish from Guindulman and become a Diocesan
Parish on March 19, 1885 and dedicated to the Santo Niño or the Holy Child. Royal
approval was given on January 6, 1885 and finally implemented on July 18, 1885 with
Fr. Julian Cisnero as the 1st Parish Priest. The line of Spanish priests serving the parish
of Anda was not broken from 1885 up to 1937, even after the end of the Spanish
Regime and thru the American era. At the end of the Spanish regime, many Spanish
priests fled but not Fr. Hilario Lopez. Even after the American era, priests from the
Order of the Augustinian Recollect continued to serve the people until 1937. The last
Spanish priest was Fr. Luis Llorente.

Moreover, the decree on the separation of Quinale from Guindulman did not
explain why the name “Anda” was chosen but the accepted explanation was that the
name refers to Governor General Simon de Anda y Salazar who was Governor General
of the Philippines from 1769-1770. Simon de Anda was a member of the Royal
Audiencia in the Philippines who did not surrender to the British in 1762. However,
according to the explanation by early inhabitants the word “Anda” is derived from the
word “ANDAR” (to walk) visayanized as Naga-Andar meaning “walking” or towards
prosperity. Thus, another version of the naming of this town is that it was derived from
the name of a Spanish Governor General, Simon de Anda.

“HISTORY OF BRGY.CANDABONG”
 Long time ago, there was a couple who lived in the coastline which is now

famously named as “Bas Daku”. They had a beautiful daughter named “Dabong”. They

got her name from her fair complexion and a transparent throat whereby food that was

being eaten could be visibly seen. Her beauty was known far and wide. Many suitors

came to win her heart. One day, Kang, a fisherman from Tobod, Jagna happened to be

fishing along the coast of Bas Dako saw Dabong basking in the white sand. With her

long hair flowing from the waist and her innocent glare, he was instantly captivated.

When he reached the shore, he was still startled by the mesmeric beauty of Dabong.

Dabong likewise felt the same as he saw the young gentleman. Kang greeted the young

lady and abruptly expressed his irrefutable feelings. That was the beginning of their love

affair. At last a date was fixed for their wedding. And during the time, it was a custom for

a fiancé to do menial chores at the fiancée’s home before his wedding. One early

evening, Dabong’s father requested Kang to go with him to Camiguin Island. Not to

disappointment him, he obeyed and took Dabong to Camiguin Island too. Upon arrival,

Kang saw a biyasong (orange-like fruit which was used to brawl beast) and inertly took

it in his pocket. When the father and Dabong came back a newly buried corpse was

brought by him and ordered him to ride again. Not even had gone far, the curse started

to fuel up and they fainted. Kang was surprised what happened, but the father asked

him if he took anything in Camiguin and he fiercely ordered Kang to throw away what he

took. With great surprise, he abruptly threw it. At last, they reached home and a

sumptuous meal was prepared. But that moment, Kang became anxious and want to

unveil the mystery of his fiance’s family. Because he was frightened that the meals were

human flesh, he pretended to have stomach ache in order not to eat. The following
morning, he was about to take a bunch of huge fishes for home. When he decided to

use the fishing gears of Dabong’s father, he was outraged what he saw. He discovered

organs of men, hands and limbs of a person in enclosed containers near the gears. So

he decided to go back home and became hysterical that and plan a horrifying move.

“This is the kind of wife I will have”, he said to his parents. A dreadful plan was at hand

to kill the family of Dabong. During the wedding day, instead of rice, pigs, cow and wine

to be brought, spears, lances, pointed bolos and shields were packed in sacks and

massacred the helpless family of Dabong. But before Dabong was killed, she cursed the

place to be withered.

The late generation called the barrio Kangdabong and now refined into

Candabong from the two important persons Kang and Dabong.

“MUNICIPALITY OF ANDA PROFILE”

Municipality Officials (2019-2020)

Mayor: Dodong Amper

Vice Mayor: Nilo Bersabal

SB Members:

1. Ferdinand Berongoy
2. Mar Jandayan
3. Mario Alonso
4. Oting Makinano
5. Ermino Tinio
6. Alon Deloy
7. Ayot Deligero
8. Ma. Aura Amper

“Geographical Location”

The Municipality of Anda has a total land area of 6, 286.1495 hectares. It is

bounded in the north by the Municipality of Candijay; in the South and East by the

Mindanao Sea; and in the West by the Municipality of Guindulman. It is approximately

one hundred kilometers east of Tagbilaran City. Besides the Mindanao Sea, the eastern

part of the town is flanked by the southward stretch of land to the direction of the town of

Candijay. Thus, Anda is a coastal municipality in the island province of Bohol.

“Characteristics”

According to the National Statistics Office 2015 Survey, the population per barangay is

as follows:

Name of Barangay Total

 1. ALMARIA 420

2. BACONG 2,783

3. BADIANG 1.270

4. BUENASUERTE 390

5. CANDABONG 2.302

6. CASICA 300

7. KATIPUNAN 636

8. LINAWAN 1,020

9. LUNDAG 1,135

10. POBLACION 1, 230

11. SANTA CRUZ 1, 028

12. SUBA 1, 006

13. TALISAY 1,006

14. TANOD 526

15. TAWID 724

16. VIRGEN 1,488

TOTAL POPULATION 17, 264

Thus, Anda consists of 16 barangays in which obtained 17, 264 populations in

the year of 2015. The recent year now does not release the new populations from each

barangays.

“Area”
Barangays Hectares SQ. KMS.
 ALMARIA 596. 9709 5.96
BACONG 375. 9780 3.75
BADIANG 538.7250 5.38
BUENASUERTE 484.0479 4.84
CANDABONG 908. 2631 9.08
CASICA 126. 8406 1.26
KATIPUNAN 442. 5735 4.42
LINAWAN 278. 7122 2.78
LUNDAG 883. 7474 8.83
POBLACION 51. 4440 5.14
STA. CRUZ 212. 3326 2.12
SUBA 95. 0120 9.50
TALISAY 219. 9377 2.19
TANOD 501. 5882 5.01
TAWID 144. 3980 1.44
VIRGEN 425. 5784 4.25
TOTAL 6, 285. 15 HAS 75.95 SQ. KM.

“CLIMATE”
Falls under the fourth type characterized by no very pronounced maximum rain
period and no dry season; usually warm and dry along the coasts while cold and humid
in the interior; typhoons are not a frequent occurrence; maximum precipitation occurs in
June to October. Anda is blessed with tropical climate with generally fair temperature
range of between 23-33 degrees Celsius ( 73 -91 degrees far). Coolest temperature can
be felt in January and warmest in May.
The average monthly rainfall in the Municipality of Anda is from 26.1 to 27.7 c. It
falls under the fourth type of climate which is characterized by rains more or less evenly
distributed throughout the year. Since Anda is located below the typhoon belt. The
prevailing winds are the northeast monsoon from November to February and the
southwest Monsoon from May to September.
 “Festival Celebration and Schools”
Usually, during January Andahanons celebrate the festival which called as “Dujanon
Festival. This celebration Andahanon people united and have a dance contest which
every barangays should participate. However, there are four schools in Anda namely:
 Anda National High School
 Badiang National High School
 Holy Infant Academy( private)
 Candabong National High School

“Natural Resources”
A) Mineral Resources
B) Marine Resources
C) Marine Resources Utilization
D) Fresh Water Resources

The mineral resources of Anda are “manganese” which found in Barangay

Katipunan and also the “guano” which mostly located at the caves of Barangay
Badiang, Talisay, Lundag and Tanod. However, the marine resources are coral
formation, swamps, mangrove and fish sanctuaries. Integrated fisheries and aquatic
Resources Management Council is presently organized to help conserve, manage and
protect the marine resource. Lastly, the principal source of drinking water is supplied by
Anda water works system manage and operated by the local government of Anda.

“Environment and Geology”

The Municipality of Anda is generally environmentally free from pollutions both marine,
air and water. The Solid Waste Management Program is properly implemented in the
entire municipality. However, the absence of Sanitary Landfill is still the major setback
of LGU. Meanwhile, there are three rock formations in Anda such as Sierra Billiones
limeston, Massive Limestone, and Jagna andesite.
 “TOURIST ATTRACTION”

White Sandy Beaches

The white sandy beaches of Anda surpass even that of Boracay’s white beach.
The sand is pure white and very fine although the length of the beach is much shorter
than that of Boracay. Yet Anda’s beaches are unspoiled and very, very clean. No trash
and with only natural wastes are washed ashore such as coconuts, kelp, pieces of
wood, sea grasses and countless of shells and by far, it is not overcrowded! Well known
beaches are Bas Daku, Bugnaw CE, Kabangnowm, Kinale Beach and Candabong
Beach.

Dive Sites

Dive sites abound along the coast of barangays Candabong, Virgen, Bacong and
the Poblacion. The dive sites are easily accessible and reward the divers with a whole
specter of rich marine life with largely untouched reefs, spectacular drop-offs, caves,
grottoes, and magnificent coral gardens - a haven for underwater photographers.One
can encounter innumerable nudibranches, shrimps, gobies, crabs and multitudes of
tuna and mackerel. There have been recorded sightings of sea turtles, napoleon and
whale sharks.These dive sites are for beginners and pros alike with currents running
from medium to medium-high and with good to very good visibility. Water temperature is
usually between 25 to 30 degrees centigrade the whole year round so diving can be
done any time of the year although the best season is from November to May. From the
shoreline, the sites are more or less within two to 30 minutes by boat.
Burial Caves
There are several primitive burial caves in the town of Anda. These burial caves
can be found in Candabong, Bacong, Virgen, Casica, Talisay and Tawid. Most of them
are situated on the sides of cliffs and are very difficult to enter and may require ladders
and ropes to enable one to access them. Unfortunately, some of these gravesites have
been ransacked by grave robbers and the coffins and other items sold to antique
dealers.

Rugged Terrain/Cliffs
The Anda coastline is interspersed with rugged cliffs. Some portions were
hollowed out by centuries of battering by sea waves and hang a few meters over the
beaches and serve as a shelter from the midday sun. The cliffs are impossible to climb
due to sharp edges yet mangroves thrive on it with their roots clinging on the sides and
pushing thru holes until they reach the ground. Most of Anda’s resorts have built small
native huts on top of these ledges which are excellent spots to relax and relish the sea
breeze and have a command view of the crystal blue sea of Guindulman Bay and the
neighboring island of Camiguin.

Shrine of “Inday Potenciana”

Potenciana “Inday” Saranza, known by many as Inday Potenciana, is Anda’s

saint. After her death in 1953, her uncorrupted remains lie in state in Anda even up to
the present. Many miracles were attributed to her intercession such as healing of
illnesses and ailments, and the granting of numerous requests like the passing of
exams, the chance to go abroad and more. Not only have the inhabitants of Anda called
upon her for help but also people from different parts of the Philippines. They come and
offer candles and flowers, pray, then touch the glass cover of the tomb and make the
sign of the cross. Others wipe the glass with their handkerchiefs believing that the
“moist” from the glass will heal them.

Rock Painting at Lamanok Point

Lamanok Point is accessible only by boat or on foot and situated in Barangay

Badiang. It is believed to be the abode of the stone-aged people or people living during
the Paleolithic era. The painting doesn’t depict animals but is abstract with subtle
shading; giving much attention to detail. Stone tools were used with blood from animals
as paint, the process often called red hematite painting. Making their presence felt
although quite isolated, the rock paintings are located on cliffs beside the sea.

Anda Falls

Anda Falls is located at Barangay Casica.

Blue Heaven
A mountain paradise often called by the locals as “Blue Heaven” can be found in
Barangays Tanod and Linawan.
 “Barangay Candabong Profile”
BARANGAY OFFICIALS
BARANGAY CHAIRMAN: HON. Katrina M. Cerna

BARANGAY TREASURER: Remedios F. Simbajon

BARANGAY SECRETARY: Marichu P. Amora

BARANGAY COUNCILORS:

 Mario De La Pena
 Agapito B. Bernal
 Nemesio G. Tinio Jr.
 Mario D. Delapena
 Milagrosa L. Bernal
 Bebiano G. Jandayan
  Laurito A. Acilo
Based on the Census in 2015 the population of barangay Candabong was
2,193.

POTENTIAL ECO-CULTURAL TOURISM ATTRACTION

Beach Combing.
There are several beaches in barangay candabong. The best site to work on your
tan, read a book and surely these are the places that beckon of long lazy days and
tranquil nights. These resorts feature bright, fine sand and clear waters.
 Amun ini beach resort
 Bas gamay
 Bug naw C.E
 Dapdap beach Resort
 One piece

Caves
Over 10 major and minor caves are carved by Mother Nature beneath this
barangay and the centuries have decorated it with breath-taking formations. A mixture of
both eerie and ancient enchantments continues to cast their spells on caving
enthusiasts who come to visit. One of its popular caves is Sarah Cave. This cave
considered as one of the most challenging caves in town because rappelleing is how
you gain access to it. Definitely, this one is not for the faint-hearted. Later on it was
called, Cateres Cave pool.

EVENTS
Sta. Cruz Fiesta celebration- held every May 2-3 highlights are Grand disco,
Nightly shows, sports fest, and the centrepiece program the coronation night of Miss
Candabong.
Senior San Isidro Labrador celebration- held every May 14-15 in honor of patron
saint St. Isidro. Highlights are basketball leagues, Grand disco and many others.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IN BARANGAY CANDABONG
Yuletide cheer carols garnished with the rhythms and flavours of tradition, homes
and gardens twinkling with the season best wishes in Barangay Candabong Grand
Christmas party and Disco at the Barangay Proper will be the highlights in celebrating
the holiday season.

THE PRODUCTION AREA

Agricultural production:
A. CROPS- Anda is basically classified as an agricultural town. The total land area
cultivated for cultural purposes is about 4,906 heactares. This area is broken
down as follows:

1. Corn land 1,978 ha.

2. Coconut 1,910 ha.
3. Banana 520 ha.
4. Irrigated Rice 50 ha.
5. Non- irrigated 65 ha
B. LIVESTOCK – another source of income aside from land cultivation is livestock
and poultry raising. Domesticated animals in the municipality are as follows:
1. Swine
2. Carabao
3. Cattle
4. Goat
5. Poultry
C. Fishing – fishing activity is very marginal with only more or less 200 fishermen
with use of fishing net and hooks.
D. AGROFORESTRY - the land designated as forestland is divided and decreased
due to wanton and indiscriminate use of inhabitants. However, a continuing effort
to address this concern is being undertaken by the LGU and BLGUs of anda
E. THE INCOME. The major sources of income is agriculture{ that includes
farming with corn, rice, banana, coconut and root crops as staple crops and
fishing} and tourism. In coastal barangays some engaged in small business
{ sari-sari store} others are employed both in government and private sector like
in beach resorts.

Table of Contents

1. History of Anda
2. Municipality of Anda Profile

 Municipality Officials
 Geographical
 Area
 Characteristics
 Climate
 Festival Celebration and Schools
  Natural Resources
 Environment and Geology
 Tourist Attraction
3. History of Candabong
4. Barangay Candabong Profile

 Barangay Officials
 Potential Eco – Cultural Tourism Attraction
 Events
 The Spirit of Christmas
 The Production
 Income

"History of Barangay Lundag"

Long time ago,there were settlers from neighboring places wandering father west
to seek better and bigger place for cropping. They reached a certain place covered with
forest it was Rocky, Higher up from the place we're hills and stones and big rocks .The
settlers decided to use the place and sought for the sources of water. They surveyed
the part or hills of rocks. They found a very big rock like a very huge basin which was
full of water. They we're amazingly surprised to see the enormous rock that held water,
but soon they began to clean the water by taking away fallen leaves and twigs, they left
it for a couple of days so that all particles above water would sink to the bottom. Days
on, the water clearer, brighter and no longer yellowish in color that
procedure/mechanism used in cleaning the water is called "LUGDANG" in vernacular,
and thus born the name "LUNDAG".

And on May 28, 1925, Lundag which was used to be wildness and secluded
place was declared and recognized as one of barangays in the municipality of
And.Barangay Lundag is generally a peaceful place which generally makes it a
retirement Haven for balik Andahanons.

Barangay Lundag is one of the 16 barangays under the Municipal Government of Anda,
a 5th class municipality under the province of Bohol.

Based on the 2018 Commission on Election (COMELEC) records, the barangay

has 718 of registered voters,362 are males and 356 females.