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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
Famous For ...
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
Places of Interest
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.
Festivals
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. |
