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Camarines Norte –
Bicolandia's Goldmine
Camarines Norte serves as
the gateway to the Bicol region. The province is gifted with
various natural treasures, one of which is gold. The town of
Paracale is considered as the 'gold country' of the province.
With this, Paracale became the center of jewelry-making industry
and is still regarded as a good place to purchase fine gold
jewelry. One of the ancient jewels made in Paracale is the 'agrimon',
a flat necklace chain of the 19th century.
But Camarines Norte has other
‘golden treasures’. The First Rizal monument was
erected in its capital, Daet, only two years after Dr. Jose
Rizal was executed in Bagumbayan. Bagasbas Beach, Mercedes and
Calaguas Group of Islands are famed white sand beaches and great
waves, ideal for surfing enthusiasts.
Demographics
1. Population – 513,
785 (as of 2007 Census)
2. Land Area – 2,320.1 sq. km
3. Capital – Daet
4. Language/Dialect – Bikol, English, and Filipino
5. Divisions
Cities (0)
Municipalities (12)
- Basud
- Capalonga
- Daet
- Jose Panganiban
- Labo
- Mercedes
- Paracale
- San Lorenzo Ruiz
- San Vicente
- Santa Elena
- Vinzons
First Rizal Monument
Built in 1898, the First Monument of Rizal in the Philippines
is located across the Old Daet Municipal Hall. Its foundation,
it is believed, is made of mortars and boulders from the demolished
Old Spanish Jail in Daet
Bagasbas Beach
The most popular beach resort in the province is in Barangay
Bagasbas, Daet. During clear but windy days, the big waves that
roll in from the Pacific Ocean make it a paradise for surfing
beginners and afficionados
Delectable Food
The Bicolano's expertise in the kitchen manifests in some of
Camarines Norte's mouthwatering delicacies and recipes
- Camarines Norte Queen – a special variety of pineapple
that is unique and largely produced in the province.
- Dilissinuwaan – dilis (anchovy) wrapped in taro leaves
and boiled in coconut milk, vinegar, and spices
- Iraid – grated cassava with sweet potato, pure coconut
milk and brown sugar
Places of Interest
Historical
First Rizal Monument
Location: Magallanes cor. Justo Lukban St., Daet Municipal Hall,
Daet, Camarines Norte
The first monument dedicated to Dr. Jose Rizal is a three-tiered
stone pylon with its square base supporting a triangle in two
stages, the last one tapering off to a point. It was built in
1898, two years after his death.
Jose Ma. Panganiban
Shrine
Location: Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte
This 9 ft. tall bronze statue was erected in honor of Jose Maria
Panganiban, a Filipino Propagandist in Spain and hero, dubbed
as the “Avenger of Filipino Honor”. It contains
the remains of the martyr which have been laid below it and
inside the center of the monument's base.
Vinzons Shrine
Location: Vinzons, Camarines Norte
A two-storey house, the former residence of Wenceslao Q. Vinzons,
Sr., a hero during the Japanese War was converted into a shrine
complete with public library and museum which stores the memorabilia
of the hero.
Laniton Landmark
Location: Brgy. Laniton, Basud, Camarines Norte
This was the site of the first guerrilla encounter against the
Japanese Imperial Army.
Natural
Bagasbas Beach
Location: Brgy. Daet, Camarines Norte
The beach is endowed with fine gray sand. During favorable days,
the waves that roll through its shores are ideal for novice
and experienced surfers.
San Jose Beach
Location: Talisay, Camarines Norte
The beach, like Bagasbas Beach, faces the Pacific Ocean, making
it ideal for wind surfing.
Mampurog River
Location: Daet, Camarines Norte
This river is wide with clear and deep cold water, a nice place
to wade in and explore. It is a very popular choice for swimming,
excursions, and picnics during summer
Apuao Grande Island
Location: Mercedes, Camarines Norte
This white sand beach island has been converted into a commercial
resort with high-class facilities and 9 holes at par¬35
and 2,597 yardage golf course
Mercedes Group of
Island
Location: Mercedes, Camarines Norte
The major attractions in these islands are its clean white beaches,
corrals, underwater sceneries, rock formations, and fish sanctuary.
Additional come-ons are scenic landscapes and seascapes, the
attractive lighthouse in Canimog Island, unexplored Canton cave,
and the different types of seashells and tropical fishes that
abound.
Calaguas Group of
Island
Location: Vinzons, Camarines Norte
This group of islands is suitable for water based activities
such as swimming, snorkeling, wind surfing and island hopping
and land-based activities like trekking and sunbathing. The
islands all have beaches with white, powdery sand similar to
that found in Boracay.
Man-Made
Kalayaan Park
Location: Daet, Camarines Norte
It is reputed to be one of the most beautiful parks in the Bicol
region. Must-see sights in the park include a fountain, man-made
lagoon, and the tallest bronze statue of Jose Rizal found in
the provincial area.
Religious
Church of St. Peter
the Apostle (Vinzons Catholic Church)
Location: Vinzons, Camarines Norte
Built in 1581, it is pne of the oldest churches in the Philippines.
The statue of St. Peter sitting in a throne can be found at
the alter, instead of the usual large crucifix.
Festivals
Palong Festival
(Black Nazarene Festival)
Place: Capalonga, Camarines Norte
Date: May 13 - 14
This two-day religious festivity in honor of the town's Patron
Saint, the Black Nazarene. It is highlighted by a pilgrimage
where people come in thousands to give in their respect to the
miraculous Patron Saint.
Pabirik Festival
Place: Paracale, Camarines Norte
Date: February 1-2
The celebration is highlighted by various sports, dance and
street dancing competitions, cultural presentations and the
search for Ms. Paracale Beauty Pageant. "Pabirik"
suggests the pan and procedure Paracale folk use in gold panning
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