TOP TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE
PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON
Bukidnon is
a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the Northern Mindanao region. Its capital is Malaybalay City. The name "Bukidnon" means "highlander"
or "mountain dweller". It is considered to be the food basket of Mindanao. It is the major producer of rice,
corn, pineapple, bananas and sugarcane in
the region. It is the home of Mount
Dulang-dulang, the 2nd highest mountain in the Philippines with an elevation of 2,938 m located
in Kitanglad Mountain Range.
Now,
if you are planning to visit the province, you should not miss these tourist
attractions in your itinerary or simply in your bucket list…
1. KAAMULAN FESTIVAL
Kaamulan Festival is an ethnic cultural festival held annually in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon in the Philippines from the second half of February to
March 10, and the anniversary date of the foundation of Bukidnon as a province
in 1917. It is held to celebrate the culture and tradition of the seven ethnic
tribal groups—Bukidnon, Higaonon, Talaandig, Manobo, Matigsalug, Tigwahanon
and Umayamnon—that originally inhabit the province. It is the only ethnic festival in the
Philippines. Kaamulan comes from the Binukid word “amul” meaning to gather. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaamulan)
(I do not own these photos!)
Actually, I haven't experience
this festival yet I am hoping that maybe next year I will! It’s really hard
especially that you should be the one to adjust your schedule in order to
experience this; you cannot just go there anytime and experience this! :P
2. DAHILAYAN ADVENTURE PARK
This is the most popular tourist attraction in the province of Bukidnon.
It is located in Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich and you can contact them directly
through mobile phones using this number 0917 622 3204. You can check my blog
for this by just simply clicking the list below;
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3. Lake Apo
Lake Apo is a crater lake in Barangay Guinoyoran in the City of Valencia
in Bukidnon province in the southern Philippines. It is located in a hilly area
about 640 metres (2,100 ft) in elevation, about 11 kilometers (6.8 mi) WSW of
the city poblacion (town center).
Lake Apo was awarded the cleanest inland body of water in Northern Mindanao
Region (Region X) in the late 1990s. The green body of water has an estimated
area of 24 hectares (59 acres) with maximum depths reaching up to 26 m (85 ft).
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaamulan).
You
can check my blog post and view more exclusive photos of Lake Apo by clicking
the link below: Tayo na sa Lake Apo!
4.The
Monastery of Transfiguration
The 25-year old Monastery of Transfiguration on San Jose hill is made of
heavy lime blocks, designed by National Artist for architecture Leandro Locsin.
The first Filipino Abbot, Fr. Eduardo Africa and former Malaybalay bishop Gaudencio
Rosales inaugurated it on August 6, 1983.
"The monastery is a pyramid-like structure designed by the late National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsin (same guy who designed the Cultural Center of
the Philippines). It has a huge rock at center serving as the altar. "
You
can check my blog post and view more exclusive photos of the Monastery of
Transfiguration by clicking the link below: Boosting My Spiritual Energy at the Monastery of Transfiguration
5. DEL MONTE PINEAPPLE PLANTATION
Camp Phillips is a community situated in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon and the
home of Del Monte
Pineapple Plantation.
The first pineapple plantation of the Far East was in Manolo Fortich
when Del Monte [then Philippine Packing Corporation] in Bukidnon began in 1926
(p. 73 BUKIDNON: The Philippine Frontier) The 5,000 hectares plantation is
located in Camp Phillips, Barangay Agusan Canyon where scenic view of Mt.
Kitanglad can be seen far beyond the vast and lush landscape of pineapple
plantation which fruits are exported to different countries like the United
States, Japan and European and Middle Eastern Countries. (http://manolofortich.com.ph/del-monte-pineapple-plantation/
)
You
can check my blog post and view more exclusive photos of the Del Monte
Pineapple Plantation by clicking the link below: Tayo na sa Pinyahan!
Being a landlocked province, Bukidnon is truly a haven for
outdoor eco-adventure enthusiasts and also has a rich cultural heritage and tradition.
The province has something to offer that’s worth your time and money.
If you also love eating and want to know where to dine the
best, you can read my next blog about my latest 3 days and 2 nights strolling
in Malaybalay City. There, I will feature some of the best homegrown restaurants
in the province that will surely make your mouth watery. It’s more fun in
Bukidnon!
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