
Camalig is a landlocked municipality in Albay nearest to Mayon Volcano and features a scenic landscapes and countryside.
Understand
[edit]For tourism and cultural purposes, Camalig is named by the Provincial Government of Albay as "The Heritage Town" last June 10, 2014 due to its rich Spanish colonial history, well-preserved ancestral homes, significant landmarks like the St. John the Baptist Parish Church (an Important Cultural Property), and traditional culinary delights such as Pinangat. It served as an early mission outpost, boasting colonial architecture and a heritage tour, "El Pueblo Viejo," to showcase its cultural depth and natural attractions.
Get in
[edit]By plane
[edit]The nearest airport is in Legazpi (DRP IATA).
By jeepney
[edit]Ride a jeep heading to Daraga.
Get around
[edit]See
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- 1 Hoyop-hoyopan Cave, Barangay Cotmon, Camalig. Windy ancient caves used as a WWII refuge & typhoon shelter with bats, stalactites & stalagmites.
- 2 Albay Farmers Bounty Village, Pan-Philippine Highway, Barrio Sumlang. It is a 15-hectare, one-stop farmers' complex that serves as a learning facility, recreation, entrepreneurship, and tourism site.
- 3 Sumlang Lake, PNR Road, Barangay Sumlang. Open 24 hours. Offers a peaceful retreat where calm waters mirror the majestic Mayon Volcano, creating a soothing atmosphere ideal for relaxation, reflection and scenic photography. Free.
- 4 Quitinday Green Hills Formation Reserve, Barrio Quintiday. Open 24 hours.
- Quitinan Ranch, Tinago, Camalig - a campground facing Mayon Volcano.
- Calabidongan Cave (literally, cave of the bats) — Before reaching the cave mouth, spelunkers have to trek, cross over brooks and river and out into the overwhelming streak of light coming from its ceiling.
Do
[edit]Buy
[edit]- LCC Expressmart
- LCC Supermarket
Eat
[edit]There are a lot of stores selling the local delicacy called Pinangat, taro leaves cooked in coconut milk.
- Socorro's The Venue, Sumlang
- BIGGS Diner
Drink
[edit]Sleep
[edit]- Ma Nel's Hotel
Connect
[edit]Stay healthy
[edit]Cope
[edit]Go next
[edit]- Bacacay has plenty of beaches