Category: Municipalities

  Luna's crowning glory is the incredible Dupag Rock Formation within Marag Valley. Its maze-like cluster of spiked limestone is a popular clambering destination among tourists Not far off is the 700m-long, crystal-clear Manacota Underground River It traverses an underground cave system and can go as deep as 40 feet. A 20-minute drive away from Marag Valley is the enchanting Lussok Underground River and Cave. Vines and large ferns frame the gaping entrance to the cavern. Inside, glimmering limestone formations reflect the light seeping from the holes or lussok From here, you can go on a one-hour guided spelunking activity…

This newly-minted municipality of Flora was originally a cluster of barangays that were once part of Pudtol. Situated at the east of the province, the town is surrounded by rolling hills and gushing rivers. During hot days, locals flock to Dacao Dam, where water from the Apayao River flows and irrigates the farmlands. Families often have picnics aboard rafts and boats while children cool down in the clean, glassy waters. Farming being the main source of livelihood in Flora locals often participate in agro- industrial fairs. They showcase their commercial products such as corn and rice. They also have plenty…

Found at the northernmost part of Apayao, Calanasan features the limestone mountain Mt. Kilang. Standing at 1,656m, the mountain is the town's 2nd highest point. It is particularly breathtaking to witness at dawn when a sea of clouds rolls in and envelops the summit. Also dubbed the "home of the giants". the town cradles the mighty Philippine eagle, the towering lauan trees, and the giant rafflesia flower. Don't leave without tasting the local smoked meats and the bamboo-cooked sinursur. One notable fact about this place is that it's the hometown of Apayao's founding father, the late Elias K. Bulut. He…

Pudtol is most known for Mataguisi Church Ruins residing in Brgy Mataguisi and another church ruins in Brgy. Emilia. These exquisite mortar-and-brick structures date back to 1608 during Spanish colonial rule. To this day, they are still maintained and being used by patrons, with the help of the local government. A short distance from the town proper stands the red Bubulayan Bridge, which links Lower and Upper Apayao. Nearby is the crystal-clear Nagan River, distinguished as the cleanest river in the region. For adventure junkies, there's Maton River, an emerald brook that cascades into a smaller pool. Massive boulders surround…

The quaint town of Conner can be found the southern part of the province, skirting the boundary that separates Apayao from Cagayan and Kalinga. Every harvest season, the municipality olds the Panagbunga Festival, a Panksgiving celebration originally arted by Ireneo Ortega, a Vietnam- Taned farmer and owner of the first and biggest fruit farm in Conner He successfully cultivates various local and exotic fruits such as cacao, coffee, dragonfruit, mangosteen, and durian. The festival is then officially adopted by the local government in 2011 Apayao State College, a public institution that leads the research in the fields of forestry and…

 Kabugao is the official capital of Apayao Home to both Igorot and Isnag tribes, this town is also recognized as the province's cultural melting pot. It is located in the mountainous center of the province, surrounded by thick woodland forests and flanked by the snaking Apayao River. The upstream rivers flow into bubbling brooks and raging cascades, one of which is the 10-storey-high Gololan Falls, Accessible via bus and van from Tuguegarao, this humble town also seats the old Capitol of the province. It is located further uphill, overlooking the low- lying barangays of the municipality. After transferring the…

Located 30 minutes away from Luna is the food-laden town of Sta. Marcela. Family-owned stalls and stores that offer fresh, homemade delicacies line the town's streets. It's the ideal place to purchase local delicacies for family and friends back home. VFM Food Products comes highly recommended for their specialty cassava cake. The modest bakeshop is also hailed for their affordable and delectable brazode mercedes and buko pandan roll. Rebiajos Food Products on the other hand, is known for their delicious linupak and kutsinta. The well-loved recipes were created by the Rebiajos family's matriarch in the early 1990s, and were approved…