Tourist Attractions South of Cebu: Moalboal


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Moalboal was founded in February 6, 1852 and belongs to the 4th municipality income class. It is bounded by Alcantara in north, Tañon Strait in west, Argao in East and Badian in south. It is located at the southwestern top of Cebu.

If you likely love diving, then this town can give you the utmost adventure! But if you're looking for a century-old church, watchtower, or any evidence on Spanish-era well, this town cannot offer you that. You can try Ginatilan, Carcar, or other municipalities.

Its Barangays

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Moalboal consist  of the following Barangays, those are:

  1. Agbalanga
  2. Balabagon
  3. Basdiot
  4. Batad Batad
  5. Bugho
  6. Buguil
  7. Busay
  8. Lanao
  9. Poblacion (east)
  10. Poblacion (west)
  11. Saavedra
  12. Tomonoy
  13. Tuble
  14. Tunga

In mountain Barangays, they are planting agricultural to profit income and sell it to the market or travel it to Carbon in Cebu City.

This Municipality had developed tourism since 1970’s, so no doubt that Pescador Island was managed by the local government. One of the Moalboal pride was the Sardine run along Panagsama area which is attractive.

Pescador Island

This is very popular to tourist and local residents. This is one of the visited site in the town which is located in Brgy. Basdiot. Meanwhile, Pescador is a noun which means fisherman/fisher, this island is prosperous in marine life. An estimated of 2,500 species of fish live and breed here.

The island has been managed by the Municipality of Moalboal and Moalboal Dive Center Association (MDCA).

Did you know that one of divers' favorite spots is the Cathedral Cave that is located underwater in Pescador Island and the stunning Coral reefs? It's for you to try and experience!

 

Tonggo Point Sanctuary

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This is located in Brgy. Basdiot, a sanctuary where in sea turtles are seen closely. Of your lucky enough, you can witness them on swimming on shores!

St. John of Nepomuk (San Juan Nepomuceno Parish)

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San Juan Nepomuceno Parish was established in 1852. The “Kagasangan (Coral) Festival” is celebrated every May 15 until 16 annually. 

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