Vigattin Tourism: Cagayan de Oro

Migtugsok, a sitio of Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City is a place that could be reached via Barangay Indahag. It is accessible by car via Indahag until kamakawan where one has to walk for 45 minutes in a winding, descending sloping trek of an estimated distance of 400 feet, passing along the converging shallow river of Bigaan and Migtugsok. The river convergence was more or less 20 meters in width. Another 30 minutes trek was made before reaching the falls using the river. The falls is composed of five beautiful cascading waters, where the beauty of nature could be experienced, unexploited by the carelessness of human search for progress and development.

Located in Cagayan de Oro City in Northern Mindanao, the Macahambus Hill is one of the many outdoor attractions offered by this beautiful city of the South for tourists seeking the ultimate traveling experience.The 130 foot circular gorge surrounding the Macahambus Hill has been described by travelers as a �sight to behold�. According to the marker placed at the entrance of the cave by the National Historical Institute of the Philippines (NHIP), this underground cave was once the site of the famous battle between the American forces vs. the Filipino resistance fighters during the Philippine-American War (1899-1902) known in history books as the �Battle of Macahambus Hill� (June 4, 1900). Led by Col.

It is the city's main Catholic Church and the seat of the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro. The original church was built in 1845 by the Augustinian Friars but was destroyed during the American bombardment in 1945. Only the wooden cross in front of the church survive up to this day. After the war, American missionary Fr. James T.G. Hayes S.J., who later became the city's archbishop rebuilt the church inspired by Gothic architecture. Its centuries old stained glass windows came from another old Gothic site church which were donated by American Catholics from New York, USA.

Tucked away in the mountains of Malasag, Cagayan de Oro, Mapawa Nature Park is a part of a 2,500-hectare property that is protected, conserved and sustainably managed.With an abundance of breathtaking waterfalls, exquisite views, and lush flora and fauna, Mapawa Nature Park is a natural haven. Whether you are a nature lover, an adventure seeker, someone who needs a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, an individual, a family or a big group, Mapawa Nature Park has something for you to experience and enjoy.Mapawa Nature Park is a natural oasis just 30 minutes away from the city. It is operated by the Emmanuel Pelaez Ranch Incorporated (EPRI). The nature park is just one of the many projects that are being done to educate and inspire people on the importance of caring for the environment.

It was situated in Sitio Malasag, Cugman; a rolling terrain in the slopes of reforestration area 20 minutes from the city center. A cultural village in a botanical garden setting, it showcases the tribal practices & crafts of Mindanao tribes. The village also serves as the learning center for ecotourism, ethnic arts, flora and fauna endemic to Northern Mindanao while at the same time generate revenues and livelihood for the tribal groups . The village has a souvenir shop of ethnic products; Ethnic Museum; tribal houses of the Talaandigs, Higao-non, Subanon, Maranaos and Ifugaos. It features rows of cozy guest cottages; camp ground , swimming pool , picnic shed, orchidarium, mini garden, native restaurant, butterfly garden, multi purpose hall.