REGION II CAGAYAN VALLEY

CAGAYAN
 AGGAO NAK CAGAYAN
This is also known as Cagayan Day, celebrated every June 29.

 APARRI DELTA
Aparri Delta is an impressive expanse of water that is located where the Cagayan river
meets the South China Sea. From the jetty, one can see the awesome mouth of the
Cagayan River.

 CAGAYAN RIVER OR RIO GRANDE DE CAGAYAN

Cagayan River or Rio Grande de Cagayan is the Philippines’ mightiest watercourse – the
longest and widest river in the country.

 CALLAO CAVES
These caves boast a massive limestone and the rock formations, skylights, and a chapel.
The circadian flight of thousands of bats from their cave at dusk us also a major
attraction.

 IGUIG CALVARY HILLS

A duplicate of the 14 Stations of the Cross is situated atop an 11-hectare rolling terrain
overlooking the Cagayan River.

 OLDEST BELL IN SOUTHEAST ASIA

The bell is in Calamaniugan’s Jacinto de Polonia Parish. Forged in 1595, it was brought
to Manila in February 1937 as part of the attractions during the 33rd International
Eucharistic Congress.

 ST. PETER’S CATHEDRAL

This is a seat of the archdiocese of Tuguegarao. A picture of it hangs in the Basilica in
Rome. It is considered one of the most beautiful works of art in the world.

 HE MIRACULOUS LADY OF PIAT

Considered the “Antipolo of the Northern Luzon”, the Mecca of the devoted, and the
pilgrimage center of Cagayan Valley.

 CAMIGUIN NORTE
 Although this is not yet an established tourist destination because of access concerns. It
has high quality natural attractions which include the humpback whales, dolphins, and
impressive islands.

ISABELABATANES
 AGUINALDO SHRINE
This was where Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo was captured by American forces, ending the
Philippine Revolution in 1901.

 CHURCH OF ALICIA
The church is famous for its antique Spanish architecture.
 DIBULO WATERFALLS
The waterfall has an estimated length of 100 meters. It is being studied as a possible
power and energy power.

 MAGAT DAM TOURISM RESORT COMPLEX

Asia’s biggest dam project; the reservoir is suitable for fishing, swimming, boating, sight-
seeing, and picnicking.

 PALANAN RAINFOREST
The Philippines’ largest existing rainforest, situated at 800 feet above sea level. It is home
to numerous unknown endemic species of flora and fauna and has exceptional
biodiversity.

 ST. MATHIAS CHURCH

An 18th-century ultra-baroque church unique for its extensive use of baked clay both for
wall finishing and for ornamentation; it also has a unique cylindrical bell tower.

 SAN PABLO CHURCH

Built in 1625 under the supervision of Spanish Missionary Padre de Santo Tomas, it is
the oldest church in the province.

 NUESTRA SEÑORA DE ATOCHA

One of the oldest churches in the province, was built during the Spanish period.

 ST. ROSE DE LIMA CHURCH

One of the oldest Spanish churches in the province.

 STA. VICTORIA CAVES

 Famous for its stalactites and stalagmites, the site is ideal for spelunking.

NEUVA VIZCAYA
 DALTON PASS
Aside from being the gateway to the Cagayan Valley region, Dalton Pass also offers the
only direct route between Pampanga and Cagayan Valley. According to history, the pass
became the scene of much bloody fighting before the final stages of World War II.

 DALTON PASS HISTORICAL SHRINE

Standing at about 3, 000 feet above sea level, the shrine was built in commemoration of
the battle at Balete Pass during World War II.

 DUPAX DEL SUR CHURCH

Covering an area of 7, 200 square meters, it is one of the oldest and biggest churches in
the valley. Its architectural design is said to be similar to that of Tuguegarao’s St. Peter
Cathedral.

 KIRANG PASS
A monument in honor of the gallantry of the Filipino soldiers during the World War II.

 MT. PULAG NATIONAL PARK

A park that serves as a gateway to the country’s second highest peak, that of Mt. Pulag,
which rises 9, 630 feet above sea level.

 NUEVA VIZCAYA CAPITOL

A study of architectural ingenuity, the capitol has a park with exotic plant species,
concrete benches, sidewalks lighted with giant mercury lamps and a man-made lagoon
ideal for rowing. It also houses all the provincial government offices.

 SALINAS SALT SPRING

A natural wonder consisting of hills made entirely petrified white salts

 ST. DOMINIC CATHEDRAL

This cathedral is a living vestige of the grandeur that was the old town, maintaining its
original 18th-century Spanish-style façade. It is said to have been the first cathedral in the
province.

 CAPISAAN CAVES
 This recently discovered wonder features impressive limestone formations. One can have
a great adventure exploring this site.

QUIRINO
 AGLIPAY CAVES
A series of 38 caves, seven of which have already been developed for tourism offering
tourists an interesting contact with nature. Located in an area of undulating hills and rich
forest reserve, the caves also feature an underground river.

 AGLIPAY TOWN
A historic town which got its name from Fr. Gregorio Aglipay, a Filipino priest who
rebelled against the Spanish colonizers and founded the Philippines Independent Church.

 BISANGAL WATERFALLS
These falls are situated in a virgin forestland that is considered a haven for wildlife and
endangered species.

 CABARROGUIS FALLS
These waterfalls is one of the many natural attractions in the province which has a
potential for tourism development.

 GOVERNOR RAPIDS
The site offers swift, turbulent, crystal-clear waters ideal for water activities such as river
rafting. It is also famous for its giant wall of limestone jutting out from one side of the
Cagayan River, framing the Sierra Madre.

 NAGBUKEL CAVE
The cave is located inside a dome-shaped mountain frequented by domestic tourists
during Holy Week. It is an ideal site for hiking and picnicking.

 NAGTIPUNAN TOWN
The town is surrounded by virgin forests and is currently being developed as a gateway to
Quezon Province.

 PONGO RIVER VALLEY

The river valley is a natural area that offers scenic opportunities and perhaps some nature
activities to the visitors.

 UPPER CAGAYAN RIVER BASIN

 The source of Cagayan River, is presently undergoing development as a camp and picnic
grove.

 VICTORIA FALLS
Believed to be one of the sources of the Cagayan River that cuts the valley into two and
ends the Aparri Delta.