Masbate Cultural Attractions
Limestone Hills (Kalanay, Aroroy, Masbate)
Believed to have been inhabited by the Kalanay people. These early inhabitants practiced jar burials. Excavations yielded human bones.
Underwater Cave
This cave is located within the jurisdiction of Barangay Boca, Engañio the entrance of which is undersea. During high tide, it will take even an unskilled diver only a few seconds to enter the cave; it is neck-deep during low tide. Inside the cave are will-sealed human caskets carved out of solid wood believed to be 500 years old that still contain human remains. Each caskets measures 24 inches in length and 12 inches in width.
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MASBATE FAST FACTS |
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LOCATION |
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Central Philippines |
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REGION |
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Region V - Bicol |
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LAND AREA |
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404,770 Has. |
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MUNICIPALITY |
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21 |
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BARANGAY |
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550 |
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HOUSEHOLD |
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128,860 |
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POPULATION |
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653,852 (1995) Census |
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POPULATION GROWTH |
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9.16% (1990-1995) |
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LITERACY RATE |
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95.90% |
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DIALECT |
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Masbaneto, Cebuano, |
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Hiligaynon and Bicolano |
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CLIMATE |
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Type II and III |
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MAJOR PRODUCTS |
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Copra, Aquamarine, |
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Cattle and Gold |
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