Explore Cabadbaran, Sadya Agusan!
Cabadbaran
City is an old town and is a 6th class component city and de jure
capital of Agusan Del Norte. It has a population of 80354 people. It is founded
in 1894, the city rose from its Spanish period beginnings to become the premier
town of Agusan Del Norte. Its rich cultural heritage is evident in intd
preserved colonial period houses and its archaeological collections. Like the
popular destinations situated on neighboring provinces,Cabadbaran experiences a
growing ecotourism industry. Cabadbaran may be a small city, but it boasts of
rich culture and heritage, as well as scenic spots, making it a promising tourist
destination in CARAGA Region. Many even haven’t heard of this place yet, but
for adventure seekers, history buffs, food lovers, and nature lovers, this
place will surely fulfill your hungry souls. Here are the 8 placed you should
visit in Cabadbaran City.
TOURIST DESTINATION
PAINITAN SA CABADBARAN
Local Indigenous food has been one of my secret cravings. As I visit Cabadbaran City, Painitan grabbed my attention a few seconds just before I stepped out of the grindy multi-cab. Located just at the side of the bus terminal, every tourist and traveler will notice this pub. It has a homely ambiance that makes me feel at home.
Whenever I travel during chilly seasons or early in the morning, I never missed having a quick stop at Painitan and having a delectable Puto maya and sikwati served at the auburn wooden table in front of me. I even have this catchphrase: “Travelling has never been great without a cup of sikwati”, that makes me laugh every time I remember it. The taste of specially hand-made local food was very distinct and delicious, at least to my tongue. There is just something so special about it that makes people come back to Painitan, every time they travel to Cabadbaran City.
Famous Food:
Sikwati (PHP20.00) – is a local term for hot chocolate. It is made from pure cacao beans that are ground on the spot as it is being prepared for the waiting customers
Puto Maya (PHP10.00)- is made from glutinous brown rice which is a perfect pair for sikwati.
Do's and Dont's Painitan Do's ● Enjoy the place, puto
sikwate and other foods offer. ● Respect the culture performed within the
Painitan as well as the people around it ● Experience personally how to prepare
the sikwate ● Be curios and open minded ● Check your belongings from time to
time ● Voice out your questions and concerns Don'ts ● Don't be RUDE ● Don't be
impatient ● Don't leave your wastes behind ● Don't spit anywhere ● Don't leave
your things anywhere
CAASINAN BEACH (VINZADA RESORT)
The sea has never failed to amaze me. I even considered it as my calming sanctuary. As a student who has lived in Cabadbaran City for almost a year and a half, I cannot count how many times I have been to Caasinan beach. Its rich waters and humid air are good place for swimming and water sports.
Caasinan has more to offer in terms of seascape, too. It
displays a beautiful pastel sunset that decorates the horizon with a mix of
pinkish, reddish, and orangey soft hues during sunset and a beautiful golden
yellow soft light peeping through the clouds during the dawn, which in my experience,
is a sight to see. This wonderful body of water does not only provide bountiful
fishing areas for the locals but also serves fantastic scenery to tourists!
The Locals:
The majority of the locals are owners
of cottages that can be rented whenever you visit the beach. As a person
visiting there a couple of times, I could say the locals in the place are very
kind, accommodating, friendly and hospitable. If it is your first time visiting
Caasinan, expect that a friendly local will make your visit comfortable and
memorable.
Activities:
*Outdoor activities (Ball games)
*Jet skiing
*Boating
*Sightseeing
*Swimming
DOS AND DONT'S
Vinzada Do's ● Enjoy the place and other activities ● Respect the locals and their culture as well as the people around ● Be curios and open minded ● Ask the owner for the designated area for each activities and for assistance ● Take pictures as many as you can ● Check your belongings from time to time ● Understand the shortcomings of the resort ● Always be attentive and listen to every instructions ● Voice out your questions and concerns ● Ask for ideas on activities Don'ts ● Don't litter ● Don't be RUDE ● Don't spit anywhere ● Don't ignore warnings ● Don't leave your things anywhere
CALO HORSE FARM
Calo horse farm is a nature-culture
destination with a touch of Manobo culture. Here, you can see and explore the
hand-built traditional Manobo house which has a unique flooring pattern made
from indigenous material which will give you an experience of the Manobo
culture. You can also see here some vintage pieces that are collected by the
owner as well as native accessories and delicacies.
I experienced visiting the farm on an
April afternoon and the lush greenery was very relaxing. With the calming
ambiance, we had a wonderful lunch on the farm together with my colleagues. The
air was fresh and cool shades from more than a hundred species of trees all
over the farm. Visiting there with family or friends will surely turn out
relaxing.
Calo Horse farm also houses some diverse exotic and wild animals. A monkey, an eagle, a civet cat, and two Boa Constrictors were among the few animals being kept and taken care of on the farm. The animals are fed in a cage for tourist safety.
How to get there:
The farm is pretty accessible due to the
already cemented road surface. It will take you an approximately 20-minute ride
from Cabadbaran City Bus terminal to Calo horse farm. Going there you can
either ride a motorcycle, tricycle, or a private vehicle if you have one.
DOS AND DONT'S
Calo Nature Park Do's ● Keep your voice low ● Read the
signage and avoid feeding the animals ● Respect the story behind it ● Be curios
and open minded ● Take pictures as many as you can ● Relax and Enjoy the place
and its peacefulness ● Voice out your questions and concerns ● Experience being
underneath of different trees Don'ts ● Avoid being insensitive to animals ●
Avoid being so near to animals specially to those in cages ● Don't litter,
always be eco-friendly ● Don't cut any plants ● Don't smoke ● Don't leave your
things behind
MUSEO DE CABADBARAN
Considered one of the region’s pride
and called the throwback of Cabadbaran’s rich cultural heritage and history, Museo
de Cabadbran also Showcases the past, present, and future of both
Cabadbaran city and Cabadbaranons. I visited this place in April and
marveled at the artifacts that have rich historical significance, aged through
time, and allowed us to have a glimpse of the past.
What it has to
offer:
Moreover, it houses artifacts such as ancient indigenous weapons and ceramics which are traded by the Chinese, dating way back to the Sung Dynasty. A boat coffin where a mother and a child’s corpses are enclosed as part of the pagan rituals of the early inhabitants in Cabadbaran. A sewing machine and a typewriter are said to be used during and after World War II.
One of its interesting highlights is the time capsule where clothes, mobile phones, and other things that we use today, are enclosed in a tightly sealed capsule to be opened in the coming 100 years. Imagine the life we are living today and the clothes we wear will be considered an artifact in the future. Like, how cool will that be, right?
Accessibility:
If you are in Cabadbaran City, it will
only take you a few minutes ride to the museum and a fare of PHP10.00 pesos.
It is a place where history lovers would never skip a visit.
More information:
It is a mini-museum located on the ground
floor of Teofisto Guingona Sr. Hall. Currently, the coordinator of the museum
is Dr. Jocel P. Dagani, a retired Gov’t. Dental Physician and local Historian
DOS AND DONT'S
Museo de
Cabadbaran Do's ● Keep your voice low ● Respect the history and story behind
every crafts and items ● Respect the people in charge ● Ask for assistance to
the people in charge ● Be open minded and appreciate the uniqueness and beauty
of each item found in the museum ● Be observant and address your questions and
concern ● Ask politely ● Silence your phone to avoid disturbance to other
visitors Don'ts ● Avoid being insensitive ● Avoid touching the items without
permission ● Don't leave your wastes behind ● Don't bring food and drinks
inside ● Don't run and don't make any informal movements ● Don't break anything
● Avoid insulting the history by asking inappropriate questions and through
laughing of any terminologies or names used in an object
VIRGEN DE LA
CANDELARIA PARISH CHURCH
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Cabadabaran
City, if not in the entire northeastern Mindanao is one of the oldest
settlements in the province of Agusan del Norte. It is the home of the Virgen de
la Candelaria church. This massive Victorian-style church built in the
early 20th century is a sight one should visit. It does not only
serve as a regular church to catholic devotees but is also a nice place to
visit especially for tourists traveling for pilgrimage during the Lenten
season.
Moreover, the church have been burned for unknown reasons between 1904 and 1906. Thus, the church has undergone quite a few renovations since 1910 under the leadership of the renowned Father Saturnino Urios and Father Ignacio Villa. The church was then founded on November 7, 1913.
Virgen de la Candelaria church houses several statues of the Virgen Mary, which is the main patron of the church It has a uniquely designed high ceiling and a magnificent structure that is perfect for taking a photo. Cabadbaran city held an annual celebration called the “Dagkot” Festival in honor of the patron of the church. Dakota is a Visayan term that means means “to light a candle” considered one of the grandest and most important celebrations of the city.
How to get there:
It is only a few minute’s ride from
Cabadbaran bus terminal to Virgen de la Candelaria church and a fare of
PHP10.00 via motorcycle.
Virginia de la Candelaria Do's ● Enjoy and learn the place ● Respect the religion and the story behind it as well as the belief ● Do keep your belongings with you ● Take pictures but don't use flash ● Do keep quiet ● Do dress appropriately ● Be open minded ● Ask politely and address your questions and concern ● Silence your phone Don'ts ● Don't leave your wastes behind ● Don't bring food and drinks inside ● Don't make any unnecessary noise ● Don't insult the religion and its belief ● Don't touch things without permission ● Don't talk with your neighbor if not necessary to avoid disturbance ● Don't fall asleep ● Don't play the things inside the church.
Rizal Park
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In the morning , this is just like other Rizal parks found anywhere in the country. But at night, you’ll find out why this one’s different. And they operate a night market every Friday night, when many people go to Rizal Park to eat different foods, go shopping, or just stroll around with their friends, family, or just by themselves.
DOS AND DONT'S
Rizal Park Do's ● Enjoy the place ● Relax and eat your
favorite street foods nearby ● Be attentive and secure your things ● Roam
around ● Take pictures as many as you can ● Be observant and address your
questions and concerns politely ● Be respectful to ones peace and to ones
culture ● Understand that you are in a public place and that different people
may surround you ● Leave the place as it is ● Be careful and always watch your
steps specially when crossing roads Don'ts ● Don't litter, keep your wastes
with you or put it in the trash bins nearby ● Don't spit anywhere ● Don't smoke
● Don't leave your things behind as well as your wastes.
SABANG DIKE
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Serving primarily as a support to Sabang’s sewerage system, Sabang Dike has evolved into a tourist spot in the past years, just like the Sabang Hanging Bridge. Visiting this tourist spot, you can enjoy grilling juicy barbecue and eating balut along the dike together with your friends and peers.
If you are searching for another spot that has a nice view of the sunset, Sabang dike is the place you are searching for. Sabang dike is the perfect place if you are searching for a “me time”. It is also a good place to stroll or to have bonding time with family, friends, and other loved ones.
Activities:
*Biking- you can enjoy biking and
borrow a bike from the locals for as low as PHP20.00 only for two hours!
*Grilling
*Sightseeing
Sabang Dike ● Enjoy the fresh air and scenery ● Relax and
enjoy the food ● Take pictures as many as you can ● Ask for available
activities like riding bicycle, eating, videoki and etc. ● Respect the locals ●
Watch your steps because motorcycles are everywhere Don'ts ● Don't litter ●
Don't leave your things ● Don't spit ● Don't run from sidewalk to opposite
sidewalk, it might be danger
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Located in Sabang, Cabadbaran city, also displays a nice view of sunset aside from Caasinan. This bridge is originally built to serve as a mode of access between Barangay Kauswagan and Barangay Sabang.
As per experience, the bridge was pretty sturdy. Some locals use motorcycles and bicycles in crossing the bridge which made me a bit perplexed. Also, you can enjoy sightseeing on the bridge along with people you are close to.
How to get there:
If you are from the City Bus Terminal, you will need a PHP10.00 fare and an estimated of five minutes ride via motorcycle or tricycle.
DOS AND DONT'S
Sabang Hanging Bridge ● Look and secure your things ●
Take pictures but hold your phone securely ● Be careful and watch your steps ●
Be curios and ask the story behind it ● Let the locals pass by and give space ●
Be respectful ● Voice out or tell what you feel specially when you are not
comfortable ● Enjoy the scenery and experience Don'ts ● Don't jump, run and
avoid unnecessary movements ● Don't throw anything to river ● Don't spit
anywhere ● Don't be scared and tense, always be calm ● Don't force yourself to
go through the bridge if you know you cannot do it
Recommendation
• I recommend you bring your own food, water while strolling and other items you may require for your excursion.
• In terms of transportation, it is preferable to have your own car or rent a van so that you can save money and energy.
• If you want to stay overnight, there are a lot of affordable inns that can accommodate you throughout your stay.
Other Relevant Information
• Book your reservation ahead of time.
• Try to choose an off-season date but consider the weather forecast too.
•Bring enough money.
- wear your mask
- always bring alcohol
- just in case bring your vaccination card
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Reference
https://philippinescities.com/cabadbaran-city-agusan-del-norte/
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