Baclayon
Baclayon is in the eastern part of Bohol. It is the first municipality to be established in Bohol by the Spaniards and formerly comprised its present territory and those belonging now to Corella, Sikatuna, Alburquerque and Balilihan. This municipality was originally called Bacayan because travelers used to detour (bacay) around a rocky cliff along the shore about half kilometer from the municipal building in order to avoid going over the top of the cliff. The town was founded in 1595 by two Jesuit priests, Fr. Juan de Torres and Fr. Gabriel Sanchez who also built a stone church which is now considered as the oldest stone church in the country. In 1879, Baclayon had a population of 11,142.
Pamilacan island is part of the municipality of Baclayon. In Pamilacan island you can visit the Spanish watchtower, fish sanctuary or just enjoy the underwater beauty by snorkeling, walking around the island or just relax at the white beach.
Baclayon celebrate its town fiesta on the 8th of December in honor of Immaculate Conception.
The community of Baclayon in Bohol marks as one of the most spectacular tourist places for avid visitors of historical relics.The town was the first municipal built by Spaniards which was later on preserved to maintain old structural churches and houses. In 1995, Baclayon’s most visited Catholic Church was recognized as National Historic Treasure for its Spanish inspired architectural form. Over 67 ancestral houses are lined up at Baclayon’s main road, featuring different Spanish colonial craftmanships. The Association of Baclayon Ancestral Homes organized by the house owners agreed to help out the town’s tourism industry by allowing tourist guests to stay in their homes.
Another amazing display you should watch out for in Baclayon is the entertaining dolphin show at Pamilacan Island. If you’re anywhere nearby beaches, a pick up can be arranged with fishermen crews who operate the dolphin watching. Be ready to take an early morning trip since these
Pamilacan island is part of the municipality of Baclayon. In Pamilacan island you can visit the Spanish watchtower, fish sanctuary or just enjoy the underwater beauty by snorkeling, walking around the island or just relax at the white beach.
Baclayon celebrate its town fiesta on the 8th of December in honor of Immaculate Conception.
The community of Baclayon in Bohol marks as one of the most spectacular tourist places for avid visitors of historical relics.The town was the first municipal built by Spaniards which was later on preserved to maintain old structural churches and houses. In 1995, Baclayon’s most visited Catholic Church was recognized as National Historic Treasure for its Spanish inspired architectural form. Over 67 ancestral houses are lined up at Baclayon’s main road, featuring different Spanish colonial craftmanships. The Association of Baclayon Ancestral Homes organized by the house owners agreed to help out the town’s tourism industry by allowing tourist guests to stay in their homes.
Another amazing display you should watch out for in Baclayon is the entertaining dolphin show at Pamilacan Island. If you’re anywhere nearby beaches, a pick up can be arranged with fishermen crews who operate the dolphin watching. Be ready to take an early morning trip since these