ALEGRIA

ALEGRIA

April 9. 10. 11. and 12, 2010

Critical Wild Orchids of Mt.

 

Nestled in the southwestern part of Cebu is a humble town blessed with merry people, an abundant  marine life and breathtaking landscapes that make it a haven for relaxation and exploration.

Alegria Batayan sa Hari"

 With an aggressive campaign to promote countryside tourism in the province, this town has slowly opened its doors to adventure-lovers and to those who long for country life experience.

Cambais Falls"

One hundred and seventeen kilometers away from Cebu City, Alegria boasts of its pristine beaches, scenic and enchanting waterfalls, and unexplored caves among others. The town is also proud of its rich seabed perfect for snorkeling and diving. Townfolks are working with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for protecting and developing Alegria's rich aquatic resources. People are warm and friendly, you won't feel that you are away from home. "Que alegre!" exclaimed a Spanish traveler when he witnessed the festiveness of the people gathered around Tubod (natural spring), hence Alegria. Alegria is our home, make it yours too!

Alegira Caves

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Alegria-Maddridejos Beach, Mt. Lanaya, Cultural Side Trip at Alegria Town, Sunset Beach, Xi Shack Resto Bar by the Sea,Kalaha Fals, Salay and Cambusay Caves and Cambais Falls.

Madridejos Beach Alegria

MT. LANAYA "TONGAS TA BAI"

an event Organized by Ewit Mountaineers

Mt. Lanaya

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If you are of the mountaineering/climbing persuasion, Mt. Lanaya might be of great interest to you. The mountain is part of the Lanaya-Kangbulagsing mountain range that is periodically dotted by hot springs of volcanic origin. The mountain proper itself is actually quite accessible, as it resides just a few hundred meters south of the main poblacion of Alegria.

Alegria Museum

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Displayed in the municipal building are artifacts unearthed in Kambulakan Cave in 1999. The tourism office also displays photos of the town’s tourist destinations and bamboo products.

Alegria Museum

Just beside the town hall is the St. Francis Xavier Church built in 1857.There’s a common belief that gold is buried in the church grounds, as Alegria was the last garrison during the Japanese occupation.

Alegria Church"

Another historical landmark is the “Bantayan sa Hari” right across the church. It is one of the watchtowers built during the time of a Fr. Bermejo, who ordered their construction along the coast of southern Cebu to alert and protect the towns from invading pirates.

Alegria Bantayan sa Hari

Alegria Spanish Watch Tower

The Salay Cave and Kantayong Cave are accredited by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), which means these are safe for tourists to enter. A local caving group was also organized to facilitate exploration and spelunking by tourists and other interested parties.

Alegria Caves

Alegria Caves-Salay Cave

"Kawa Kawa Falls"

Cambais Falls

the town also has numerous water systems around its mountains. River-trekking leads one to unspoiled waterfalls, like Cambais Falls and Kawa-kawa Falls

Cambais Falls

"the sunset side of Cebu"