Martin's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Cagsawa Ruins are the remnants of a 16th-century Franciscan church, the Cagsawa church. It was originally built in the town of Cagsawa in 1587 but was burned down and destroyed by Dutch pirates in 1636. It was rebuilt in 1724 by Fr. Francisco Blanco, but was destroyed again, along with the town of Cagsawa, on February 1, 1814, during the eruption of the Mayon Volcano.
This place is 4.1km away from the apartment or approximately 10 minutes drive. (using a private car & w/o traffic)
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Cagsawa Ruinenpark
Cagsawa Ruins are the remnants of a 16th-century Franciscan church, the Cagsawa church. It was originally built in the town of Cagsawa in 1587 but was burned down and destroyed by Dutch pirates in 1636. It was rebuilt in 1724 by Fr. Francisco Blanco, but was destroyed again, along with the town of Cagsawa, on February 1, 1814, during the eruption of the Mayon Volcano.
This place is 4.1km away from the apartment or approximately 10 minutes drive. (using a private car & w/o traffic)
Our Lady of the Gate Parish Church is a Roman Catholic Church in Daraga, Albay. Located on a hilltop with a commanding view of Mayon Volcano, it is one of the most visited churches in Albay. The Daraga Church, as it is popularly known, began to be built in 1773 after the people of Cagsawa were allowed to transfer their town center to avoid the disasters brought by the eruptions of Mt. Mayon and the flooding of Yawa River. However, it was only in 1815 that the transfer was fully materialized, one year after the volcanic eruption that destroyed the old Cagsawa.
Daraga Church is a rare and outstanding example of the Churrigueresque style in the Philippines.
Developed at the height of Spanish Baroque from the late 17th to the early 18th century, the Churrigueresque style is often described as “Baroque on steroids” because of its florid and detailed ornamentation. This is reflected in Daraga Church with the use of Solomonic or ‘twisted” columns, floral motifs, various Biblical emblems, and even local geometric motifs that add a Bicolano touch to the dialogue of artistic traditions. Although this style was popular in Mexico, it was introduced rather late in the Philippines, which explains its rarity in Philippine architecture.
The church is approximately 3 minutes tricycle ride/drive or 1.2km away and approximately 15 minutes walk from our place.
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Our Lady of the Gate Parish, Daraga Church
Sta. Maria StreetOur Lady of the Gate Parish Church is a Roman Catholic Church in Daraga, Albay. Located on a hilltop with a commanding view of Mayon Volcano, it is one of the most visited churches in Albay. The Daraga Church, as it is popularly known, began to be built in 1773 after the people of Cagsawa were allowed to transfer their town center to avoid the disasters brought by the eruptions of Mt. Mayon and the flooding of Yawa River. However, it was only in 1815 that the transfer was fully materialized, one year after the volcanic eruption that destroyed the old Cagsawa.
Daraga Church is a rare and outstanding example of the Churrigueresque style in the Philippines.
Developed at the height of Spanish Baroque from the late 17th to the early 18th century, the Churrigueresque style is often described as “Baroque on steroids” because of its florid and detailed ornamentation. This is reflected in Daraga Church with the use of Solomonic or ‘twisted” columns, floral motifs, various Biblical emblems, and even local geometric motifs that add a Bicolano touch to the dialogue of artistic traditions. Although this style was popular in Mexico, it was introduced rather late in the Philippines, which explains its rarity in Philippine architecture.
The church is approximately 3 minutes tricycle ride/drive or 1.2km away and approximately 15 minutes walk from our place.
Quitinday hills, also known as pilinut hills by the locals is located in Camalig, Albay.
This place is 19km away or approximately 35 minutes drive.
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Quitinday Green Hills Formation Reserve
Baligang - Caguiba RoadQuitinday hills, also known as pilinut hills by the locals is located in Camalig, Albay.
This place is 19km away or approximately 35 minutes drive.
Legazpi Boulevard is one of the scenic roadsides in Legazpi City with a breathtaking view of the perfect cone-shaped Mayon Volcano.
The boulevard is 7.1km away or approximately 20 minutes drive.
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Legazpi Boulevard
Legazpi BoulevardLegazpi Boulevard is one of the scenic roadsides in Legazpi City with a breathtaking view of the perfect cone-shaped Mayon Volcano.
The boulevard is 7.1km away or approximately 20 minutes drive.
Sumlang Lake is one of the attractions in Camalig, Albay that promises a lovely feel of serenity and tranquility.
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Sumlang Lake
Sumlang Lake is one of the attractions in Camalig, Albay that promises a lovely feel of serenity and tranquility.
The Mayon Skyline is nestled on the eastern slopes of Mt. Mayon at an altitude of 2,700 ft. It is an excellent summer resort with almost similar temperatures to Baguio at 28 degrees Celsius. It is popularly known as “heaven on earth” because of the hanging clouds and the pleasant climate where cool and invigorating air could be experienced. From this height, the visitors can see the panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the different towns, lakes, villages, fields and other mountains.
- vigattin toursim by Kheem Caparas
43km away from our place or approximately 1 hour drive.
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Mayon Skyline View Deck
The Mayon Skyline is nestled on the eastern slopes of Mt. Mayon at an altitude of 2,700 ft. It is an excellent summer resort with almost similar temperatures to Baguio at 28 degrees Celsius. It is popularly known as “heaven on earth” because of the hanging clouds and the pleasant climate where cool and invigorating air could be experienced. From this height, the visitors can see the panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the different towns, lakes, villages, fields and other mountains.
- vigattin toursim by Kheem Caparas
43km away from our place or approximately 1 hour drive.
Adventure
ATV tour destination is right at the foot of the Mayon Volcano where you can explore the beauty of the majestic and almost perfect cone shape volcano.
This ATV adventure is just in front of the Cagsawa Ruins.
Mayon SkyDrive ATV Adventure
ATV Adventure, Cagsawa RoadATV tour destination is right at the foot of the Mayon Volcano where you can explore the beauty of the majestic and almost perfect cone shape volcano.
This ATV adventure is just in front of the Cagsawa Ruins.
Jovellar Underground River
Underground river like in Palawan located in Jovellar, Albay