A Dozen Reason Why You Should Visit Cabadbaran City

         This is my first blog and I want it to be memorable, so I have decided to feature my hometown which is Cabadbaran City. Cabadbaran City is very close to my heart and I want to share it to everyone. My main reason why I made this blog is to persuade people to visit and see the beauty and the hidden treasure of my hometown that has it all.

        If your destination is for culture and adventure Cabadbaran City has lots to offer. Cabadbaran may be small but it is rich in terms of nature, adventure and culture. Cabadbaran is featured also by different website like www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attractions_Mindanao and https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/3708.

        I am inviting you all to make Cabadbaran City your next stop and experience the rich culture and eco-adventure which my city proudly offers. Some may haven't heard this city yet but this should be on your wishlist's. Here are a dozen reasons why you should.

1. CULTURAL ( Old Ancestral Houses and Buildings )

 
                 ATEGA ANCESTRAL HOUSE
       The biggest and most beautifully preserved ancestral house with over 36 rooms.
 Built in1904 by Don Andres Atega- Agusans Revolutionary Hero. For more information, click here ourrestlessfeet.blogspot.comatega-ancestral


                  CASA ALBURO

       In 1935, Valentine Alburo built this house for his wife Crispina Dagani. It's ceiling features an intricate mural done by a local artist. It was converted into a pension house and restaurant in 1987. For more information, click here www.facebook.com/CasaAlburoinchotelAndRestaurant.

2. CALO HORSE FARM

     
      This place is an eco-adventure site which offers enjoyable horseback riding and training, nature trails, and camping. Horseback is just one of the recreational activities you will surely enjoy. I have been here twice already with my friends and to tell you the honestly we've enjoyed it very much. They've got big trees, wild birds, fireflies and wildlife too. For more information, click here www.mindanaotours.comcabadbaran and www.facebook.com/CHFfarmtourism

3. MUSEO DE CABADBARAN / CABADBARAN MUSEUM


        The city museum located at the city government center complex in Barangay 9. The museum is an educational blast from the past experience. It produces an exhibit of the ancient coffin and collections of artifacts from Cabadbaran's archeological sites. For more information, click here caraganewscourier.com/museo-de-cabadbaran

4. RIZAL PARK feat. The Dancing Fountain

       
         Rizal Park is a park is located in E. Curato St., Cabadbaran City. Perfect place to bond with family and friends. The most visited among Cabadbaranon's and the neighboring municipalities is no other than the colorful dancing fountain which is located at the center of the park. I have witnessed the fountain at night it was so amazing and relaxing.

To see more photos and for more information click here www.facebook.com/Cabadbaran-Rizal-Park/

5. MT. HILONG-HILONG

   
     If your a hiker I'm sure you'll love this mountain. Its peak is 2,012 meters above sea level which considered as the highest peak in Caraga region. Mt. Hilong-Hilong has passages of jungle, waterfalls and lake reputed to be enchanted cave rich in species of Flora and Fauna (wild pig, deer, and eagles). For more information, click here
www.pinoymountaineer.com/hiking-matters and www.vigattintourism.com/Mt-Hilong-Hilong

6.MT. PONGKAY (Prayer Mountain)

       Mt. Pongkay is a prayer mountain located in Agong-ong Hills. This mountain is an uphill climb of about 686 steps with a lush flower garden and a panoramic view of the city's cape. It is also a perfect ambiance for prayer and meditation. For more information, click here https://www.facebook.com/mtpongkay/ and www.tripadvisor.com.ph/_Mindanao.html

7. TUMIPI FALLS

       This falls has a crystal clear water and a very cold spring. Tumipi is located in Puting Bato, Cabadbaran City.

8. HIGANTENG BATO

            Higanteng Bato is located in Brgy. Del Pilar, Cabadbaran City. Considered to be the biggest boulder in the province, this rock tower measures 124 meters in circumference, 54.13 meters high and 31 meters wide.

9. CABADBARAN FISH SANCTUARY
     
       Recognizes as the most successful artificial reef fish sanctuary found in the country today with over 60 species of fish found in artificial reefs made of bamboo, tires and concrete.

10. 100 YEAR TIME CAPSULE

        It was launched on July 28, 2011. " Project Posterity ( a 100 Year Time Capsule) was the official name of the capsule project. Entombed on July 28,2012, the time capsule contains collection of vital information concerning Cabadbaran and its people for the benefit of the next century Cabadbaranon's.

11. DAGKOT FESTIVAL

          This festival is a religious one in honor of the patron of the city  Nuestra Señora Candelaria . Held in every 2nd of February. Dagkot means lighting a candle. 

12. DELICACIES



         A favorite combo treat of puto and tsokolate with sweet mango on the side.

           There's no problem where to stay here in Cabadbaran, just click here https://www.airbnb.comCabadbaran-City and https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph that has 23 reviews of Cabadbaran Hotels, attractions, and restaurant. 

HOW TO GET HERE? 

       Cabadbaran City is accessible by bus via Butuan-Surigao routes or vice versa. There are also vans jeepneys, and multicabs that have routes coming from both Surigao  and Butuan City.

       Cabadbaran can also be reached by air just click this https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Manila/Cabadbaran