These recycled bottles are made even more beautiful by decorating them with tribal accents out of terracota clay. Designs can also be customized. These products are handcrafted by Bukidnon artist VILLAMOR "John" ESTRADA. These 330ml designed bottles are fairly priced at P250.00 each. These are pre-ordered, thus, not readily available. To order, please contact John Estrada at 09753266724.
To see more of John's artworks especially SOIL PAINTINGS, please check out JOHN ESTRADA PROFILE.
Name: Alalum Falls
Location: Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon
Features: Alalum Falls in
Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon graces the provincial highway with its
glorious 45-meter high cascades. The falls is visible to travelers and
passers by. This is situated near the Municipal Hall. The local
government established a viewing deck where locals and visitors can see
the entirety of the falls. In addition, concrete stairs lead the
adventurers down to the base of the falls.
Name: MT. PALAOPAO
Location: Palaopao, Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon
Features: Mt. Palaopao, another
Bukidnon’s rocky mountain visible in
the highway of Kisolon, Sumilao proudly stands 836 feet above sea level.
This is one of the most accessible mountains in the province. The mountain's look is so deceitful because what you see from the highway is just its upper half. You need to descend down Kulaman river to reach jump-off.
Name: Cinchona Falls Series
Location: Cinchona Forest Reserve, Sitio Block 2, Kaatuan, Lantapan, Bukidnon
Features: CINCHONA
FALLS is a series of 5 (or more) waterfalls at the base of Mt.
Kitanglad Range in Sitio Block II, Kaatuan, Lantapan, Bukidnon. The
5-series waterfalls is doable for a daytrek. The falls cascade close to
one another. Trekking expertise is not strictly required on the first
two tiers. The third is a little challenging since you have to boulder
and cling to a vine to rappel down. The fourth can be accessed through
semi-expert rappelling or bouldering. The fifth tier, is tricky and
simply dangerous, thus can be accessed through extra care and sufficient
energy less the fear of height.
This 2015, the annual gathering "amul-amul" of the 7 hill tribes of Bukidnon called Kaamulan Festival happens on the month of October along with Indigenous People's Month celebration. The seven tribes include Bukidnon, Higaonon, Manobo, Matigsalug, Talaanding, Tiguahanon and Umayamnon.
Kaamulan 2015
Streetdancing Competition is another proof that the festival's
highlight is getting better every year. Colors and costumes
are getting more colorful and vibrant. The streetdancing was accompanied
by spectacular float parade. Ground cultural presentation followed at capitol
grounds. This year, 8 towns representing 5 tribes vied championship of the three categories--- Best Float, Best in Streetdancing and Best in Ground Cutural Presentation. Malitbog, Kitaotao and Maramag dominate this year's festival.
Name: Ki Bathala GARDENS
Location: Sitio Balaon, San Isidro, Talakag, Bukidnon
Features: Ki Bathala Gardens is a jungle resort in Sitio Balaon, San Isidro,
Talakag, Bukidnon--- 30 km from CDO. The 12-hectare farm (and increasing) is owned by a Swiss-Filipino family who
practices PERMACULTURE. Equipped with indigenous lodging amenities, the
chirps of different bird species add the site a more natural feel. Its
16-year old stone house, along with other structures, walls and the
stairways, was built by a skilled Igorot stonebuilder. Coconut and banana stand anywhere. Therapeutic
herbs, bamboo and ginger of different species are found in the farm.
The natural and manmade forests make the springs consistently
streaming, supplying water to rice paddies and fish ponds. The farm is
also adjacent to the mighty Kalawaig River, perfect for a cool dip.
It hosts the annual MUSIKALAWAIG LUNA FESTIVAL where different international artists gather together and showcase their crafts in music.
Name: Lake Apo
Location: Sitio Lawa, Guinuyoran, Valencia City
Features: Lake Apo
in Sitio Lawa, Guinuyoran, Valencia City is a crater lake measuring 24
hectares with maximum depth of 26 meters. It is 11 km away from the
Poblacion. Situated in 640 meters elevation, it is one of the cleanest
lake in Region 10.
The serene lake
resort is operated by a private businessman accountable of its good
maintenance. Visitors Lodge can accommodate 40 persons. Its driftwood
furniture and furnishings give the venue a country feel. Its green lawn
makes a very romantic scenery. The overflowing crystal clear pool gives a
soothing cool dip.
Picknicking on a floating cottage is one of the main activities in the lake. Kayaking and jetskiing can also be experienced with proper coordination.
