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People’s Museum and Library: The history and Heritage of Nueva Vizcaya


People’s Museum and Library can be found in Bayombong, standing beside the Saint Dominic Cathedral.

by Kheem Caparas on June 21, 2012
People’s Museum and Library: The history and Heritage of Nueva Vizcaya

 

People’s Museum and Library can be found in Bayombong, standing beside the Saint Dominic Cathedral. The museum is a two-storey historical building which houses the Novo Vizcayano’s history and heritage. The former seat of the provincial government now showcases the culture and tradition of the tribes of Nueva Vizcaya.

These are some of scenic spots that can be found near the museum in the town of Bayombong:

•    The Capitol Park is considered as the "Luneta of the North".
•   Bayombong Children's Park is located at the heart of the town and is a good playground for children. It is equipped with swings, slides, etc.

•   St. Dominic Cathedral is located at the heart of the town and it boasts of having the best sounding church bells in the country. The structure is made of bricks and rare church antiques.
•   Bangan Hill is a historic landmark and cultural treasure. It is the site of the annual "Stations of the Cross" staged by the local Catholic Church during the Lenten season, using live actors depicting the last moments leading to Jesus Christ's crucifixion. The hill is great for hiking enthusiasts.

   Rizal Shrine is located in Barangay Casat.
•   Bansing Falls is located in Barangay Bansing.

How to get there

Baliwag Transit, Victory Liner, Autobus, and Eagle are bus companies that ply route from Manila going to Tuguegarao City or Cagayan Valley Region, passing the province of Nueva Vizcaya. Just ask the driver to drop you off the town of Bayombong where the Museum and Library are located.

Going around the province

Buses and public utility jeepneys ply routes around the province. Tricycles are numerous in every town. Van/car rental services are available with rates depending on the type of vehicles used and the distance traveled.

 

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