Misamis Occidental - Mindanao's Nature Front

Any nature tripping adventure is possible in Misamis Oriental. From white water rafting in Misamis Occidental River to Canopy walk in Claveria, nature loving visitors will surely enjoy every activity the province has to offer. The province is blessed with lush greenery and unspoiled waters that serve as sanctuary for several species. With such rich ecosystem, Misamis Oriental served as the dwelling place of several ethnic tribes in Mindanao.

Demographics

1. Population – 748,885 (as of 2007 Census)
2. Land Area – 3,426 sq. km
3. Capital – Misamis Occidental City
4. Language/Dialect –, Cebuano, Maranao, Hiligayon, Ilonggo, Waray, English, and Filipino
5. Divisions

Cities (2)

• Cagayan de Oro City
• Gingoog City

Municipalities (24)

• Alubijid
• Balingasag
• Balingoan
• Binuangan
• Claveria
• El Salvador
• Gitagum
• Initao
• Jasaan
• Kinoguitan
• Lagonglong
• Laguindingan
• Libertad
• Lugait
• Magsaysay (Linugos)
• Manticao
• Medina
• Naawan
• Opol
• Salay
• Sugbongcogon
• Tagoloan
• Talisayan
• Villanueva

White Water Rafting and River Trekking at Cagayan de Oro River
Location: Macajalar Bay, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental These two activities are actively promoted by the Department of Tourism as a main tourist attraction of Cagayan de Oro City. The river is known for its challenging courses and strong waves.

Canopy Walk at Claveria
Location: Brgy. Mat-I, Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Built for the brave and adventurous, the municipality of Claveria offers visitors with a breathtaking view of its greenery and the thrill of walking above trees.

Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism Village
Location: Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
This botanical village features different houses of the tribes found in the region. It also gives a stunning view of Macajalar Bay and Camiguin Island

Cagayan de Oro Ham / Jamon Cagayan de Oro
This mouthwatering cuisine will challenge tourists that are on a diet. Sold brands of the ham are Oro Ham, Slers, Pine Ham, Country Foods

Cultural

Museo de Oro
Location: Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
The museum is the keeper of pre-historic artifacts and bones found in Huluga Cave. Based on the acid racemization done by Scripps Institute in La Jolla, California, the bones recovered dates back as far as 377 A.D.

Museum of Three Cultures
Location: Capitol University, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
Found at the Academic III building of the university, the museum is composed of three galleries containing the history of Cagayan de Oro, Maranao Muslim crafts, and artworks done by local visual artists.

La Castilla Museum
Location: Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
Initially used as a summer residence of Liceo de Cagayan founders Atty. Rodolfo Pelaez and Mrs. Elsa Pelaez, the house was converted into a museum where it contains the family’s heirloom and antiques from their local and overseas travels.

Historical

Macahambus Hill Cave And Gorge
Location: Brgy. Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
This is the site of the first Filipino victory against the American forces during the Philippine-American war which took place on June 4, 1900.

General Douglas McArthur Marker
Location: Macabalan Port, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
In honor of the gallant general, the marker commemorates the events on March 13, 1942 when Gen. McArthur, his wife Jean, and other American soldiers arrived at the Macabalan port via PT boat from Corregidor Island to leave for Australia to form the liberation forces.

Casa del Chino Ygua (Balay na Bato)
Location: Brgy. 2, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
Built by the Sia family in 1882, the house served as the meeting place of Filipino Revolucionarios and the Fiesta Nacional parade in January 10, 1899. The backyard served as a burial site for fallen soldiers during the Philippine – American war.

Man-made

Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High School (MOGCHS) http://mogchs.tripod.com/index.htm Administration Building
Location: Don Apolinar Velez Street, Cagayan de Oro City
Inaugurated in December 15, 1909, it was part of the 1907 Gabaldon Initiative to build public schools all over the country. MOGCHS was designed by New York architect William E. Parson, the same architect of Manila Hotel.

Wildflower Sanctuary
Location: Brgy. Haruhay, Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Found at the foot of Mt. Sumagaya, the park offers a good picnic spot for visitors. It also serves as a memorial of the 104 victims of Flight 387

Natural

Huluga Cave
Location: Cagayn de Oro City,
Pre-historic artifacts and bones were found in this cave which dates back as far as 377 A.D. The cave has a steep

Agutayan Reef
Location: Jasaan, Misamis Oriental
Pelagic fishes such as surgeon fish, barracuda, tuna, eagle rays, and occasional sharks can be sighted here.

Constancia Reef
Location: Jasaan, Misamis Oriental
This is a shoal approximately 3 has. in size with the shallowest depth at 20 ft. below the surface. On the south side, the coral reef is in good condition teeming with colorful tropical fishes, pelagic and territorial fishes, sea fans and sponges.

Sipaka Point
Location:
Known for its strong current, the spot is good for more experienced divers. Huge sea fans, basket sponges, hard and soft corals, feather stars, string rays, snappers, groupers, and colorful small fishes abound in this area as well as. For the underwater photographer, the clear water of Sipaka is ideal for micro and wide angle setups.

Sta. Ines Wreck
Location:
There is an old World War II pontoon wreck at depths starting at 30 feet to about 150 feet. This wreck is now is now covered with different corals and has served as home for small and big fishes.

Monigue Cave
Location: Brgy. Mambuaya, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
The cave has a small opening which seems impassable. Inside, there are formations of flowstone, gurpool-resembling, rice terraces, transparent crystals and pictureque speleothems, such as cathedral drapes and icons made from calcites.

Punta Diwata
Location: Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental
The dive spot has a stair step type of carolline slope. The ledges and walls are beautifully covered with marine out-croppings, seafans and sponges. Fish inhabitants include colorful tropical fishes, lapu-lapu, sweetlips, snappers and occasional manta rays glide.

Kagay-an Festival
Place: Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
Date: August 26 - 28
Celebrated with the feast day of Saint Augustine of Hippo, it is highlighted by the Miss Kagay-an Tourism beauty pageant, Lambagohan Fluvial parade, Higaonon Street Dancing Festival and the Golden Float parade.

Kaliga Festival
Place: Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental
Date: July 23
Celebrated to mark the City Charter Anniversary, the festival is highlighted by street dancing, trade fairs, parades, competitions.

Lubi-lubi Festival
Place: Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental
Date: July 23
The city commemorates the feast day of Sta. Rita with parades and street dancing with participants wearing costumes made from coconut.

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	Gil Macaibay Fashion Studio Contact Person: Gil Macaibay III Address: 1255 Bolonsori Rd., Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, Philippines Telephone No: (6388) 857-2742 Mobile No: (63917) 702-8000 Url Page: http://www.gilmacaibay.multiply.com Email: gmacaibay@yahoo.com
	J. Magallanes Design Studio Contact Person: John Mark Magallanes Address: 093 Macapaal Road, Upper Zone 4, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, Philippines Telephone No: (638822) 735-039, (6388) 858-6652 Mobile No: (63917) 707-2665, (63920) 938-6768 Fax No: (6388) 858-6652 Url Page: www.jmagallanesdesignstudio.blogspot.com Email: marky_8110@hotmail.com
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	Crafts Unlimited Contact Person: Christine Hope Magallanes Address: Limketkai Mall, Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, Philippines Telephone No: (638822) 735-039, (6388) 858-6652 Mobile No: (63917) 718-2605, (63917) 712-0408 Fax No: (6388) 858-6652 Url Page: www.craftsunlimitedflorist.blogspot.com Email: chopemagallanes@gmail.com
	GAITS General Merchandise by Gifts Station Contact Person: Shirley Cuaki Address: 2/F Rika Drugstore, Tirso-Neri Sts., Divisoria, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, Philippines Telephone No: (6388) 856-1238, (638822) 723-647 Mobile No: (63917) 712-0347 Fax No: (6388) 856-1238 Url Page: http://www.gaitsweddinginvitations.blogspot.com Email: gaits_merch@yahoo.com
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