BUKIDNON TRAVEL INFORMATION
Where to Stay in Bukidnon | Brief History | Descriptions
Economy | Tourist Attractions | Festivals
BRIEF
HISTORY
 Bukidnon became a part of the province of Misamis as a municipality in 1850. It was then called Malay-balay (few houses), and its people, Bukidnon (mountain people).
The Philippine Commission headed by Commissionner Dean C. Worcester, Secretary of Interior, proposed the separation of Bukidnon from Misamis in August 20, 1907. Phil. Com. Act 1963 was enacted, which created Bukidnon as a sub-province. It became a regular province on September 1, 1914, and was officially created as the Province of Bukidnon on March 10, 1917.
The tribes of Bukidnon are indigenous and their names are derived from the watershed that they occupy. Each tribe is ruled by a Datu, or Chieftain, whose duty it is to settle disputes and give judgment whenever the tribe’s unwritten laws, called ""Batasan,"" are violated.
Bukidnons have different degrees of acculturation. The first degree Bukidnons are those leading the most traditional lifestyle. This includes those who live remote from any center lowlander habitation, deep in the forest and along the watershed of the main rivers.
The second degree Bukidnons live near the fringes and directly within the bounds of lowlanders. The third degree Bukidnons are highly assimilated and generally able to send their children off to school. The fourth degree Bukidnons have fully assimilated the ways of urban living and hardly acknowledge the old ways of their background. The fifth degree Bukidnons are largely recent immigrants from other parts of the Philippine Archipelago who have made Bukidnon as their permanent home.
BUKIDNON DESCRIPTIONS
GEOGRAPHY
Bukidnon, a rich tableland, is a landlocked province in Northern Mindanao. It occupies the extensive plateau that is bounded on the north and the northeast by Misamis Oriental; on the east by Agusan; on the south and southeast by Davao; and on the southwest and west by Lanao and Cotabato. It lies between the parrallels 7'25' and 8'38' north latitude and meridians 124'16' east longtitude.
Topography is predominantly a rolling tableland of grass with an average elevation of 915 meters. Low plains alternating with rolling uplands, deep canyons and valleys characterize the terrain.
POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
The province has a total of 464 barangays distributed among 21 municipalities and one component city. Malaybalay is the capital town. The province is grouped into 3 congressional districts.
POPULATION
Total population is 1,060,275.
LANGUAGE/DIALECT
The province has different dialects brought by the immigration of lowlanders that come from the different islands of the archipelago. Cebuano is spoken by 77.9% of the population; Binukid, by 8.9%; and English, by 0.05%.
CLIMATE
Bukidnon is relatively cool and moist throughout the year. There are two prevailing types of climate variations: the northern part has no pronounced maximum rain period, with a short dry season lasting only for one to three months, while the southern part has no pronounced maximum rain period and no dry season.
The province is outside the the typhoon belt. The mean annual temperature is 24.04°C with maximum and minimum temperature of 29.6°C and 18.5°C, respectively. The annual average rainfall is 2,581.84m.
MAJOR INDUSTRIES
Bukidnon is an agricultural economy. It is a major producer of rice, corn, sugar coffee, rubber, pineapple, tomato, flowers, cassava, and other fruits and vegetables. It is also a major producer of chicken, hogs, and cattle.
Among its major corporations, Del Monte Phils Inc. is engaged in pineapple production and cattle fattening while Bukidnon Sugar Milling Corp. and Crystal Sugar Milling are into sugar milling and refining.
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BUKIDNON ECONOMY
Menzi Farms
Provides an overview of the whole municipality of Manolo Fortich. Menzi produces oranges, pineapples, cutflowers, cacao, and coffee.
RPA Ventures
Formerly known as Farms Incorporated, it is engaged in cutflower production and houses anthurium blooms of different Holland varieties. Located in Barangay Diclum, Manolo Fortich.
Magic Farms
A vast agricultural area devoted to varied agricultural experimentation. Produces, grapes, banana, langka, and fresh water fishes.
Helms Farm
Ideal for horseback riding and campout.
Del Monte Philippines, Incorporated
This plantation is located in the Municipality of Manolo Fortich, Libona, Impasugong, Sumilao and Malaybalay. It is considered to be the biggest pineapple plantation in the Far East. It has vast tracks of land planted to pineapple. It also has a famous world class 18-hole golf course
Bukidnon Forests Incorporated (BFI) Industrial Tree Plantation
The area coverage of the plantation is the City of Malaybalay and the municipalities of Impasugong, Manolo Fortich and Malitbog with a total project area of 39,000 hectares of which 21,000 hectares are plantable. The project's 5-hectare nursery is capable of producing 5.2 million fast-growing seedlings every year. This has been operational since 1990. The New Zealand Government funded the project.
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TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS
Historical
Mangima Canyon/Stone Mark of Yoshitos Grave
Located in the heart of Manolo Fortich, this stone inscribed with Japanese characters mark the grave of high ranking Japanese Officials who was killed during World War II. Roughly elliptical and measuring about 3 feet and 1 foot across, the stone bears two nets of inscriptions that translate as: "On this spot died Miyazaki Yoshitoi, Chief of Army and "Emperor Chiao". In memory of Kaji Battalion, May 8, 1942."
Natural
Kaamulan Park
The site of provincial fairs, foremost of which is the Kaamulan Festival.
Mt. Kitanglad Range National Park
Situated in North Central Bukidnon, it has an area of 31, 295 hectares composed of more than a dozen mountain peaks, including Mt. Dulang-Dulang.
Mt. Kitanglad
The second highest mountain in the country, it towers up to more than 9,000 feet, serving as the base of the province’s long distance communciation system.
Del Monte Golf Course
The pine trees that abound, the manicured green grass, the mini lake, the serenity and cool climate make playing golf a truly delightful experience in the course.
Monastery of Transfiguration
Designed by National Artist Leandro Locsin, it offers solitude and a spiritual retreat.
Impalutao Reforestration
Pulangi River
Flowing down the inlands of Bukidnon, this majestic river entails a scenic and serene view devoting itself to the beauty of nature with lush forests and hills along its riverbank.
Mangima Park
An olympic-sized swimming pool and a relaxing resort at the center of the Mangima Canyon. A rough and rocky terrain provides the ideal venue for off-road adventure.
Sumalsag Cave
Sumalsag Cave is located at Barangay Kilabong in the Municipality of Sumilao. The cave boasts of its abundance of stalactites and stalagmites and has a length that stretches to about 1,850 meters. One of its unique features is its exit where one has to dive underwater to get to the other side of the wall in the exit passage. The height of the cave varies from one meter to 20 meters and its width varies from less than a meter to a more spacious 9 meters.
Pinamaloy Lake
Located at Poblacion, Don Carlos with an approximate area of 50 hectares, it has a guitar shape and planted with Gmelina and Mahogany trees. Domestic and local tourists already visited the area. It is also good for boating and picnic area.
Lake Apo
A natural type located at Guinoyoran, Valencia. This could be reached through jeepney and motorcycle. Lake Apo is a 25 hectares lake dubbed as cleanest and greenest inland body of water in Region 10. It became a national awardee (second place) on the same contest. Foreign, domestic and local tourist already visited the area. It is a "must see" attraction and highly interesting. It is also good for sightseeing and boating, day tour excursion.
Man-Made
Atugan New Bridge
This is said to be the highest bridge in the country, constructed with the latest trend of structural engineering. This bridge is located at the Sayre Highway, Municipality of Impasugong.
MGM Resort
This is located in Dologon, Maramag. The resort is popular for swimming and relaxation. It has cottages, conference hall, tennis court and camping area.
Luan-Luan Swimming Pool
This is located within the Poblacion of Quezon, Bukidnon. It is a place where several springs abound that flows whole year round. It is popular for swimming and relaxation. The place is high and good for day tour and excursion. Domestic and local tourists already visited the area. Huts and picnic tables are present in the area. There is electricity and potable water and telecommunication in the place.
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FEAST AND FESTIVAL
 Kaamulan (last week of February to first week of March)
A cultural festival that presents the rich customs and traditions of the 7 ethnic hill tribes of Bukidnon: Talaandig, Higaonon, Umayamnon, Manobo, Tiwahanon, Matigsalug, and Bukidnon. Celebrated at the same time as Bukidnon's Foundation Day, it features a program highlighting the historic beginnings of Bukidnon, a trade fair, garden show, food fest, agri-fair, rodeo & horse show, street dancing contest, and rituals showcasing tribal Bukidnon culture. “Kaamulan” is an indigenous Bukidnon term for gathering.
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