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Coordinates: 8°20′N 123°42′E 8.333, 123.7

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Misamis Occidental

Misamis Occidental is located near the narrow strip of land linking northwestern Mindanao to the north central part of the island. It is bounded on the northeast the Mindanao Sea, east by the Iligan Bay, southeast by the Panguil Bay and west by Zamboanga del Norte and del Sur. The fact that three of its boundaries are bodies of water makes fishing one of its main industries. Except along the coastal area, hilly and rolling lands characterize the provincial terrain. Towards the western border, the terrain is particularly rugged. The province falls between 6 and 9 degrees east longitude.

Point of Interest

  • MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL AQUAMARINE PARK, Sinacaban.
    • Boasts of a turtle rescue center; hatchery; a prawn fishpond; culture centers for lapulapu, bangus, hilo and tilapia; seaweed production area; mud crab and mangrove area; a restaurant and a few cottages. Contact No.: (088) 531-1632 or 531-1062
  • CENTURY OLD CHURCH, Jimenez
    • Located in Brgy. Tara, this church has all the characteristics of most Spanish churches; considered as a National Heritage by NHI.
  • OKLAHOMA BEACH RESORT, Baliangao
    • Its coral attraction includes stone islets connected by bamboo bridges, ideal spot for snorkeling aid diving.
  • LAKE DUMINAGAT, Don Victoriano
    • The enchanted lake right at the foot of Mt. Malindang. Still unspoiled, it boasts of natural ecology and wildlife, famous for unique flora and fauna
  • BALIANGAO MARINE PARK, Baliangao
    • Seafood haven of Misamis Occidental. Approximately half kilometer boardwalk inside the mangrove/marine sanctuary.
  • HOYOHOY HIGHLAND PARK, Tangub City
    • The Baguio of Misamis Occidental. From the top, a scenic view of Panguil Bay and surrounding towns can be seen.
  • PUTING BALAS ISLAND, Sinacaban.
  • NAOMI’S BOTANICAL GARDEN, Ozamiz City
    • Fruits and ornamental plants in its 9 hectare area; also features a ceramic shop; accepts food catering and has available overnight accommodations,
  • PIPE ORGAN FROM GERMANY, Ozamiz City
    • Is housed at the Immaculate Conception cathedral and is the biggest of its kind in Mindanao and second biggest in the Philippines.

Festivals

  • INUG-OG, Oroquieta (Oct. 2nd week)
  • SUBAYAN KEG SUBANON, Ozamiz City (July16)
  • CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS FESTIVAL, Tangub (Dec. 1 to Jan. 5)
  • DALIT FESTIVAL, Tangub (Sept. 29)

Products and Crafts

  • BROMELIADS
  • BOUNTIFUL FRUITS
  • PITATI MAT WEAVING
  • CERAMICS
  • MARINE PRODUCTS (crabs, shrimp, shells, etc.)
  • SALTED MUSSELS (Sisi)

How To Get There

There are direct Flights to Ozamiz Airport from Manila 4times weekly. Flights also service the Manila route from Dipolog City, which is about 2 hours drive way. There is also a Full Service port in Ozamiz City which offers boat trips from Manila or Cebu regularly.

Where To Stay

  • Beatrix Plaza Hotel, Ozamiz City (088) 521-1394 / 521-1395
  • Sheena’s Inn, Oroquieta City (088) 531-1158
  • Naomi’s Tourist Inn, Ozamiz City (088) 521-0473-521-0073
  • Emily’s Inn, Oroquieta City (088) 531-1505
  • Executive Hotel, Ozamiz City
  • Asian Tourist Inn, Ozamiz City (088) 521-1424
  • Century Pension, Oroquieta City (088) 531-1225
  • Sky Lodge, Ozamiz City 5 (088) 531-1322, (088) 521-0069
  • Tatong’s Beach Resort, Oro. City (088) 531-1322
  • Country Lodge, Ozamiz City (088)521-0472
  • Rovic’s Place, Oroquieta City

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