The rustic yet breathtaking Island of Carmen
by Jane Dacumos on July 16, 2012Looking for the best attractions in Agusan Del Norte? The rustic town of Carmen has it all. It has miles of beautiful coastline and a magnificent scenery that will give you the vacation of your life.
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Saint Michael the Archangel Parish Church
by Jane Dacumos on July 16, 2012Located at the heart of the town, it was built by the Dominican priests who served in the church during 60s. Nowadays, the church was renovated and improved. Recently, the altar of the church was constructed on its new image. When, Rev. Fr. Gaby Avelino took the helm as the Parish Priest, there were many developments. One of these is the new look of the altar.
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Surigao Del Norte: What to see?
by Jane Dacumos on July 16, 2012This enchanting cave is half-submerged in water most of the time and is accessible only during low tides. Inside is a lagoon with countless islets and crystal waters that sparkle with the bright reflection of the sea. One can also experience a rare opportunity to swim and float with thousands of non-stinging jelly fish inside the lagoon.
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The Boom of Butuan! The Timber City of the South
by Jane Dacumos on July 16, 2012The boom of the logging industry from the 1950s to the middle of 1970s made Butuan the "Timber City of the South" and led to an influx of business and fortune seekers from other provinces. The flourishing logging industry inspired and prompted Congressman Marcos M. Calo to file a bill converting Butuan into a city and on August 2, 1950, Butuan became a city.
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A Warm Welcome from Lake Mainit
by Jhaypee Guia on May 31, 2012Lake Mainit is one of the deepest and largest lake in the country. In fact, It ranked as the fourth largest lake in the Philippines. It has an area of 173.40 square kilometers. It has a maximum depth of about 223 meters and an elevation of 37 meters above sea level. It is one of the natural ecosystems in the region that possesses a great potential to compete with other more famous natural wonders.
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