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Placed in the “Tagaytay of the South”—where the climate welcomes you with a fresh cool breeze, fogs start creeping on the way up, and the air gets cooler—lies the overlooking view-deck landscape of Hoyohoy Hills, located at the outskirts of Ozamiz on top of the Fertig Hills, Barangay Hoyohoy in Tangub City. The word “Hoyohoy” means “Fresh Air” in the vernacular, and it is seated at the foot of Mount Malindang, a complex volcano located in the province of Misamis Occidental.

Be transported back in time on a visit to over 100 original ancestral houses dating as far back as the 1800s, which can only be found in the mystical heritage town of Jimenez, Misamis Occidental. One of the most prominent ancestral houses is the Tac-an House, also known as “Casa de Ozamiz.” The house was originally a residence of the Aldren Tac-An Nacion Family that was built in 1914 and was used as a printing press, now called the Old Bacarro Printing Press Building, during the Japanese occupation, where emergency money was printed. Some of the printed money can still be seen on the house’s second floor.

The Baliangao Protected Landscape and Seascape (BPLS), located along the shore of Danao Bay, showcases the pristine splendor of Misamis Occidental. It spans 309.5 hectares and is home to thirty-nine colorful fish species, seagrass, and coral reef ecosystems.
It also provides shelter and serves as a nesting ground for several waterbird species and the common egret, making it one of the most important natural protected areas in the region. Tourists have been drawn to it since its designation as an eco-tourism destination for a variety of activities, such as boating, snorkeling, scuba diving, and islet hopping.
A footbridge built through the mangrove forest to connect the BPLS islets to the mainland is also popular among visitors. It allows them to enjoy a stroll in the middle of the wetland wonderland and get lost in the sanctity of the green all around them.

Just a kilometer off the town center of Sapang Dalaga nestles an alluring 60-foot tall waterfall. From Baga Falls, it was renamed Sapang Dalaga Falls, which means ‘‘Sapa ng Dalaga’’ or ‘‘the maiden’s creek,’’ as old folks claimed to witness a beautiful maiden, whom they believed to be an Engkanto, bathe at the creek near the area every six in the evening. Beyond the mystical tale, this wonder charms locals and visitors to take a thrilling jump from its rocks or a refreshing dip into its cool, deep waters. Embellished with a sitting woman’s statue and mini bridge, the place is positioned to become an accessible park with this majestic waterfall as the centerpiece against a lush setting.

Whether traveling with a company or going solo, set your sights and bask in the breeze of the indescribable beauty of Concepcion by bathing in the Guiban Falls, tucked in the heart of Barangay Guiban, Municipality of Concepcion, Misamis Occidental. It is approximately 25 meters high with the abundant greenery of Mount Balabag draping the waterfalls. It is approximately a 2-hour, 15-minute drive from Oroquieta City.

This man-made water adventure hides behind an exquisite mountain and is embraced by nature. Its beauty and simplicity will leave you awestruck and seeking more serenity. You may also enjoy pedal boating, fishing, kayaking, and other leisure activities, or you can also achieve your ultimate respite here. There are also cottages provided for picnics. The place is best for anyone searching for personal and spiritual reflection.