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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Lagonoy
Reason 01
A Sneak Peak into Lagonoy
- Visit the sprawling municipality that is a treasure of the Bicol Region where the history, mountains and ocean converge forming a rich tapestry among the common travellers to spend their time on their holidays to Lagonoy, Camarines Sur.
- Stroll in the streets of the old-fashioned stone and newly-built cafe terraces, reminiscence of the proud history and vibrant present of the town.
- Find a shoreline that softly massages the Lagonoy Gulf, with peaceful dales and vibrant fishing villages, to make your seaside vacation all rounded out.
- Enjoy the warm tropical air that flows out of the rolling hills, and is beckoning you to stop, breathe in and absorb the natural calmness.
- Meet local people that are friendly and smiling whose storeys and smiles make each of your steps of the walk interesting.
- Be ready to lose yourself into a place that is going to provide thrill, restfulness, and cultural richness.
- Capital (of the province): Pili
- International airport: None in Lagonoy
- Nearest commonly used airports:
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) – primary international gateway
- Bicol International Airport (Daraga, Albay) – main domestic airport for the Bicol Region (~2–3 hours by land from Lagonoy)
- Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Time zone: UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time)
- Driving side: Right-hand side
- Main electricity: 220 volts, 60 Hz
- Official / local languages: Central Bikol, Filipino, English
- Major religion: Predominantly Roman Catholic
Reason 02
Highlights
- Worship in the old Saints Philip and James The Apostles Parish Church, where its decayed exterior is a shrine displaying the long held-religion of the town, the symbol of holidays to Lagonoy, Camarines Sur.
- Walk through the rough pathways which will get you to over twenty cascading falls; among them is the mighty Bulan-ogan falls which dares even old experienced mountaineers.
- Pass through the ruins of the old Belfry of Nahulung Kampana, whose clanging of the bell continues to tell storeys of colonial defiance.
- View the great Gulf of Lagonoy as seen through the cliffs to the north, where the boats of fishermen are coating the water with blue.
- Have an inland tourism experience Tierra Altas Café, a hill side resort that commands views of the scenery that reminds him of the Tagaytay popular mountains.
- Have the meeting of sea and mountain and history paint a picture of a place where at every turn there is a storey.
Reason 03
Seasons to Travel
- Visit in dry seasons (March to May) when cloudy skies, waterfalls are shiny and roads are not difficult to drive on and make your holidays to Lagonoy, Camarines Sur hassle free.
- Have the greenery landscapes, which change with rainy seasons and provide the waterfalls with the dramatic, misty appearance between June and October.
- Take advantage of the mornings with cool views of the sea, when the fishermen make ready to take out the day and the waters of the Gulf are shimmering in the morning sun.
- Find the rainy afternoons and indulge in the damp, wet soil of the hills around, which is a waking experience to nature-lovers.
- Schedule your tours so that you coincide with local festivals where you will be able to observe colourful festivals in the backdrop of changing seasons.
- It is important to remember that this is due to the fact that the tropical weather is very mild throughout the years, and every day an exciting adventure.
Reason 04
Worth A Visit
The Apostles Parish Church Saints Philip and James
- Experience the burden of years as you enter the cool, stone interior of the church, and all the pews have heard millions of prayers.
- Observe fine crafting of the alter, which displays the scenes of the early missionary period, a visual account of faith.
- Hear the low murmurs of the old bell, its rich tones swept round the deserted streets of the town.
- Note the coloured stained windows that refract the light of the sun into a rainbow of colours on the wooden floor.
- Seat yourself awhile under the high vaulted roof and feel the feeling of peace pass through you.
- Take a souvenir photo to remind you of the beautiful church forever: this way you will never forget.
Ruins of the Belfry of Nahulugang Kampana
- Stride over the loose rock blocks which used to hold a great bell and touch the foot of the past.
- Imagine the former loud chimes, which directed the fishermen in the early morning and the villagers in the evening, that no longer ring, and yet still strong.
- Savour the rustic beauty that this derelict building has to offer the inquisitive tourists.
- Observe the landscape around, where rice and coconut trees are used to create a living painting around the ruins.
- Read what was the method of building such strong belfries in a tropical climate in the colonial manner.
- Take the twilight view of the belfry during the setting sun, and it is a perfect photo of wanderers.
Bulan ogan Falls
- Over the steep of a guided hike that takes you through dense vegetation, you will be geared up to the grandeur of the waterfall jump.
- Watch a picture-true torrent of water crushing in a fine spray, which cools the sun of afternoon.
- Experience the rush of adrenaline in your blood when you stand on a natural stone isthmmus giving you a lookout with a panorama of the peaks around you.
- Behold the deafening sound of the falls in the valley, the music of the power of nature.
- See the varied wildlife that exist in the misty micro-climate in the falls.
- Take a relaxing rest, inhale the cool air, and get away with the experience refreshing your soul.
Tierra Altas Café (Genorangan)
- Reach the hillside café with the scent of fresh coffee and pine and wildflowers.
- Sit back on the comfortable chair with the best views of the rolling mountains and green valleys in the bottom.
- Have a local beer, and taste the mountain flavour of high-land beans.
- Cheque out the professional barista and his artfully created latte, like a wonder created by a cup.
- Spend time in a relaxed walk around the terrace of the cafe, in which you take pictures of the beautiful sunset above the hills.
- part ways feeling relaxed and having enjoyed the best combination of both nature and hospitality.
Reason 05
Discover More
Local Beaches
- Hike to the peaceful beaches of Barangay Oring where warm sand adores the smooth surface of the waters of the Lagonoy Gulf.
- Swim in crystal-clear water that enables you to view a variety of sea creatures as it moves underwater.
- Stroll on the beach at sunrise, and see the sky tinting into oranges and pinks.
- Have a picnic day at the beach tasting fresh prawn dishes grilled by the locals.
- Learn to enjoy the silent moments of alone time when doing reflection or meditation is most appropriate.
- Take home a memento shell of the lullaby of the kindly waves.
Mangrove Swamp (Barangay Oring)
- Explore a 40 hectare mangrove forest which is a natural access point to marine life.
- See in the intertwining roots many kinds of birds that make their nests, the most colourful of them being the kingfisher.
- See the crabs and shrimp dance under the mirror-like water surface, a biopic.
- Hear the ecological importance of the mangroves in conserving the coastline against erosion.
- Take guided tours on how this green haven is relied on by the local communities.
- Take a thoughtful stroll, and the rustle of the leaves and the sea in the distance will soothe you.
Lagonoy Public Market
- Penetrate the crowded market that boasts of fresh catches of the Gulf and the local products.
- Taste the smell of fresh fish that has just been grilled, and the smell stays all the time.
- See the bright stalls of tropical fruits, beautifully and almost theatrical set ups.
- Work with vendors, who tell about their family fishing culture and culinary secrets.
- Buy the local delicacies like Puto Tabla and Binamban and enjoy the ultimate combination of sweet and chewing tastes.
- Have a fresh taco bite, which will be laced with local flavours that will stick in your mind.
Indigenous Delicacies
- Savour the thick caramel-sweet Puto Tabla made of rice cakes that melt in your mouth like a caress.
- Sample Binamban, a sticky delicacy that provides a pleasant contrast between textures, which makes you want to have more.
- Get to know about the old ways of preparing these delicacies, the family-to-family transmission of recipes.
- Pack some gifts of these delicacies, and distribute them to friends and relatives at home.
- Enjoy how every bite is a representation of a rich cultural tapestry, which has been incorporated into the everyday life.
- Find a new favourite snack that you will not forget whenever you think about the sun-kiss hills in Lagonoy for holidays to Lagonoy.
Reason 06
Culture Traditions
- Bicolano is the only language that is used in all conversations and gives people an opportunity to listen to the authentic manifestations of the local life.
- It is an economy that depends on fishing, where the families are collecting the bounty of the Gulf, and farming, where rice, coconut, and root crops are grown.
- The town has a strong cultural identity based on the history of the town as a mother town of the Partido District which is an integral part of the local lore.
- The community life is based on common meals where families cook and eat food that celebrates traditional recipes.
- Festivals are accompanied by traditional music, commonly containing the dulong and kulintang which provides the celebrations with a heartbeat.
- Generosity is also seen through the practise of pasalubong in which the town members known as visitors to the town give them some local delicacies to take back with them.
Reason 07
Food Fun Fashion
Food
- Enjoy the Bicol Express, a spicy stew of pork cooked in coconut milk and spicy with siling labuyo, a local chilli that is hot.
- Savour the cosy warmth of Pinangat or Laing, in which taro leaves are mixed with coconut milk and gives it a creamy savoury flavour.
- Savour fresh seafood, taken out at the Gulf, from grilled tilapia to juicy prawns.
- Have Puto Tabla, which is a thick rice cake and it is a sweet, chewy experience that you have never had before.
- Sample Binamban, sticky rice pastry, which is very tasty as the snack or the ending of a meal.
- Dine with a cold glass of fresh coconut water, to wash your palate after an appetising meal.
Fun
- Waterfall across the rugged interior with one cascade in each being a different experience of adventure and a different aspect of nature.
- Visit the ruins and heritage sites, find out the history of old churches and the so-called Fallen Bell that was ringing in the city.
- Scenic drive through the winding roads which meander through the mountain and offer breathtaking scenery at every point.
- Endeavour the excitement of a sunset kayak on the Gulf with its swaying palm trees and the sound of its gentle waves.
- Have a friendly match of local beach volleyball on the golden shores, which will bring you together with other travellers.
- Take spontaneous shots in the busy market where multi-coloured stalls are a thrilling background on the photographs.
Fashion
- Use light and breathable material such as cotton or linen, which would be needed to feel comfortable during the hot tropical weather.
- Use a durable pair of shoes that would be good in the trekking especially when visiting the waterfalls or the mountain roads.
- Wear simple clothes when attending church respecting the culture of the area and adapting your fashion.
- Carry a broad hat or lightweight scarf to protect you against the sun in outdoor activities.
- Fill a small tote bag with necessities like water, snacks, photo equipment and roam around.
- Wear locally produced jewellery or woven belts as an addition to your outfit and give it a Bicolano-style flair.
Reason 08
Nature Safari
- Visit the immense Lagonoy Gulf, which is home to hundreds of marine creatures and can be explored over and over again by snorkelling.
- Walk to the beautiful Bulan-ogan Falls, which is among the highest in the land, and the sound of water is the natural accompaniment.
- Cross the rugged mountains which support thousand springs, waterfalls, and deep secret valleys to be discovered.
- Spot the various wildlife available in mangrove swamps including mangrove crabs and migratory birds.
- Bathe in the canopy of the forest, whose smell of pine and earth embrace each other in a cool breeze.
- Participate in environmentally-friendly eco-tourism that will help preserve the environment and enable you to interact with nature.
Reason 09
Events Fiestas
- Attend the Samhod Festival, an important town cultural and music festival that happens once a year and presents tasty dishes in the town.
- Be there on the May town fiesta to celebrate the patron saints with processions, fireworks and feast.
- Participate in vibrant street dances that reverberate with the traditional beats and everybody would love to join the beat of life.
- Sightseeing and tasting Sample festival foods like grilled fish skewers, sweet rice cake, which local vendors sell in a festive ambiance.
- Visit cultural performances with a combination of historical narration and contemporary style that sets the connexion between the past and the present.
- Walk away with the feeling that you are part of the fiesta as you have experienced the glorious heritage of the town with new friends and family for holidays to Lagonoy.