2005 EXPEDITION: YAMASH-I-T-A ( JAPS) TREASURE
Cagayan Province, Philippines is the Last the Stand of Japanese Troops during the War.
Cagayan Is Famous For...
Cave Exploration Most explorations done here is for the purpose of Treasure Hunting
Caves of different classifications abound in the province, which makes it a spelunker?s paradise. The Pe?ablanca Protected Landscape, the northern corridor to the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park, is home to some 300 caves, 75 of which have been documented by the National Museum and 30 have been mapped by the British Exploration Club and its local counterpart, the Sierra Madre Outdoor Club. On April 7-13, 2003, SMOC hosted the 24th Mountaineering Federation Philippines, Inc., Congress and Climb which was attended by some 200 outdoor enthusiasts.
Mountains & Forests Treasure hunters believe that the Japanese troops hid the treasures miles away in the middle of the jungles of Sierra Madre
The province?s unspoiled mountains and forests are well recommended for outdoor activities like trekking, mountain climbing and exploration, camping, among others. These activities are also good sources of livelihood for the rural communities.
Rivers & Seas Treasure hunters believe that the shipwrecks near the seas have hidden treasures inside of them
Clean rivers and seas make the province ideal for water sports activities like swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, and white river rafting. The lower basin of the Cagayan River is found in Aparri, Cagayan where a fluvial parade attended by more than a hundred fishing boats is being conducted every May 10. Also, the Cagayan River is the longest and widest river in the country. It starts from the Province of Nueva Vizcaya and snakes down to Cagayan.
Bridges Under these bridges, treasure hunters believe that Japanese Troops thrown and put the treasures to the raging river under
Magapit Hanging Bridge, built in the early seventies, is one of the first hanging bridges in Asia. Another bridge, Buntun Bridge, is the longest river bridge in the country. Both bridges span the mighty Cagayan River.
Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat Treasure hunters parayed a lot to their gods for the gold to come out
It is a favorite destination of pilgrims who pray for favors, healing, and other special graces. The image, which came from Macao, is said to be miraculous and is made of papier mache. Other brick churches constructed during the Spanish times are also a favorite destination by pilgrims. These churches are still unreinforced and are located along national highways.
Iguig Calvary Hills They even built a big cross for God to notice them.
It showcases the larger-than-life-size 14 Stations of the Cross and is a favorite destination during the Holy Week.
Native Furniture Aetas(natives) mostly live by selling rattans for furniture use in the region this means they really own the mountains
Export quality furniture made of softwood and hardwood and rattan products and furniture are among the popular buys from the province
Local Delicacies
Longanisa, peanuts and peanut products, carabao milk candy are some of the favorite pasalubong choices from the province
Tuguegarao Pancit
Known locally as Batil Patung, the Tuguegarao Pancit is made of local noodles. Tourists are allowed to witness the actual preparation of this local delicacy in some local panciterias in Tuguegarao City
Pe?ablanca Caves? This caves is open for public and tourists to see... even for treasure hunters to excavate.
Callao Cave, just outside Penablanca, is ideal for the traveler who wants a brief taste of the underground. But the region is packed with dozens of other caves, some partially explored, others still virgin. Sierra, only a 15-minute walk from Callao, has huge chambers filled with white, crystal-studded columns. At Odessa, a cave system with over 8km of known passages and others yet to be explored, spelunkers pass through elephant-sized walkways and narrow, tortuous squeezes. Formations include calcite grottoes and crystalline flowstones. Another cave, Heaven, has a fantastic chamber, which is a highlight of the underground experience. Heaven can be hellish to get to, but those who have been there agree that it?s worth the effort.
