CAMIGUIN ISLAND, PHILIPPINES - "ISLAND BORN OF FIRE"
Natural pear-shaped island with breath taking wonders and finest white beaches – explore the natural wonders of our very own Camiguin Island.
ABOUT THE ISLAND
Camiguin island is one of the province of Northern Mindanao. A pear- shaped volcanic island located north of Cagayan de Oro City at approximately 90 kilometers.The island- province of Camiguin is the smallest province in Northern Mindanao, composing of five towns namely Mambajao, Guinsiliban, Mahinog,Sagay and Catarman, with the land area of 29,187 hectares.
The island is also known as the "Lanzones Capital of the Philippines" because of its natural sweetness and celebrated every year during the third week of October. This week long celebration covers the street dancing competition, parades and the beautiful ladies vying the title to become the Miss Camiguin Tourism.
Camiguin island is one of the province of Northern Mindanao. A pear- shaped volcanic island located north of Cagayan de Oro City at approximately 90 kilometers.The island- province of Camiguin is the smallest province in Northern Mindanao, composing of five towns namely Mambajao, Guinsiliban, Mahinog,Sagay and Catarman, with the land area of 29,187 hectares.
The island is also known as the "Lanzones Capital of the Philippines" because of its natural sweetness and celebrated every year during the third week of October. This week long celebration covers the street dancing competition, parades and the beautiful ladies vying the title to become the Miss Camiguin Tourism.
TOP DESTINATIONS
Old Church Ruins Catarman is just 10 kilometers from the center of Catarman town. Remains of adobe walls after the devastating 1871 earthquake and volcanic eruption of Mt. Vulcan.
Old Church Ruins Catarman is just 10 kilometers from the center of Catarman town. Remains of adobe walls after the devastating 1871 earthquake and volcanic eruption of Mt. Vulcan.
Katibawasan Falls is 350 feet high surrounded by ground orchids, ferns and trees. A good place for swimming activities especially during hot season and humid days.Since this is maintain by the local government of Camiguin, there is an entrance fee upon entering.
Located six kilometers southwest of Ezperanza, Tagdo, Mambajao and one of the most visited place in the province of Camiguin.
After the volcanic eruption in the year 1871, only the big cross, the tower and the bell that remains in the ancient San Roque Church built by the Spaniards. This is just one of the most visited place in the island, Sunken Cemetery.
During all souls' day and all saints' day a lot of people are coming to visit their love ones, they light up candles and let it float.
Walkway to Old Volcano is just the right place for those who wants to be with God. During Holy Week, people come here to pray. This is a place where you can see the life size depicting the stations of the cross.
Santo Niño Cold Spring is just about 40 minutes ride going west of the island.One of the reasons why people keep on visiting this place is the crystal clear water with small fishes living in it. Staying into the water motionless will give these fishes a chance to remove and pick off dead skin from your body without even feeling it.
See more interesting places...visit Camiguin Island!
