Bacacay in Albay is one of the hidden gems that are off the beaten path of most tourists. The rich town is crammed with different attractions that simply gives pleasure to every tourist. Saint Rose of Lima Parish or the well-known Bacacay Church is one of the town’s oldest structures.
Frequented by many pilgrims year by year, Saint Rose of Lima Parish church is also one of Bacacay’s proudest attractions that once witnessed the rich history of the town and the role it played in history. It was built back in 1660 although the present structure is probably built around the 1800s. The ruins of an earlier church is still visible at the back of the present church.
Getting Around
Buses and jeepneys are generally the modes of transportation in getting around Albay's destinations. Pedicabs and tricycles are also available for short distance travels. Taxis and rent-a-car services are also available.
How to get there
By air, Legazpi City is 45 minutes away from Manila via the nation’s flag carrier, Philippine Airlines. By land, aircon tourist bus companies ply the Manila-Legazpi route daily with an average travel time of nine hours. The average travel time by train is sixteen hours via the Philippine National Railway, the country’s sole rail transportation service. By sea, there are several shipping lines have regular trips to and from Catanduanes through the Tabaco Port. Travel time from Visayas and Mindanao pass through the port of Matnog in Sorsogon.
Nearest accommodations in St. Rose of Lima Parish of Bacacay:
- Spring Zone Resort - Bonga, Bacacay - Albay, Bicol, Philippines
- Costa Palmera Resort - Calayucay, Santo Domingo - Albay, Bicol, Philippines
- Capt. Mike's Beach Resort - Calayucay, Sto. Domingo, Santo Domingo - Albay, Bicol, Philippines
- Mayon Spring Resort - San Isidro, Santo Domingo - Albay, Bicol, Philippines
- HCG Residence Mansion - Ziga Avenue, Tabaco City, Tabaco City - Albay, Bicol, Philippines 4511