Cagayan de Oro City is the capital of Misamis Oriental. The thrilling white water rafting is the main attraction and destination in the city, but did you know that they are also known as the "City of the Golden Friendship?" Though there's a language barrier, they are the city of friendship because I was able to experience such hospitality from the jeepney driver and the taho vendor I met. By the way, nothing special happened during my stay here. Since it's the center of Northern Mindanao, transportation to my next destination (Bukidnon) is not a problem. It is also the gateway to the provinces of Camiguin, Bukidnon, Agusan, and the city of Davao.
How to Get to Cagayan de Oro:
- By Air: Book a flight from Manila to Laguindingan Airport. Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and Air Asia have their regular flights to CGY.
- At the airport, ride in a van bound for Agora Market.
- This market area is one of the centers of public transport in CDO, thus, you can find a lot of routes in Mindanao.
Misamis Oriental (CDO) Tourist Spots:
- Museo de Oro
- St. Augustine Metropolitan Cathedral
- Whitewater Rafting
- Seven Seas Waterpark & Resort
- Catanico Falls
- Kweba de Oro
- Divine Mercy Shrine
- Paragliding at Sierra del Oro
- Larry’s Hill Adventure Hub
- Macahambus Cave
So after Marawi City, I rode in a van to Iligan, where I rode a Rural Transit Bus to CDO. Then, a jeep to LimketKai alighted in Gaisano. Crossed the footbridge and headed to GV Hotel. Had dinner at the mall. Had coffee at Starbucks. Headed by to GV. Bathed. Relaxed and rested. The next day, early in the morning, after breakfast, using Google Maps, I had my walking tour to Plaza Divisoria, Gaston Park, and the City Museum. Like the other cities, the streets of CDO are busy, and it is better to walk than to ride in a trike or jeepney.
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| Photo: St. Augustine Metropolitan Cathedral. |
At Gaston Park, I saw a historical marker that states that "Bago magbukang-liwayway noong Abril 7, 1900, ang lakas panghimagsikan ng Batalyong Mindanao sa pamumuno ni Heneral Nicolas Capistrano ay nagsagawa ng isang biglaang pagsalakay sa ikaw-40 rehimiyento na binubo ng mga boluntaryo ng Estados Unidos sa pamumuno ni Medyor James Case. Sa pagtatanggol sa kanilang minamahal na bansa. Ilang daang magigiting na Pilipinong manghihimagsik ang namatay sa labanang ito." After the cathedral, walked back to the hotel. Tiday up. Settled everything. Rode in a tricycle to Agora Terminal for my backpacking in Bukidnon. Refer to helpful links below:
Where to Stay in Cagayan de Oro City:
- GV Hotel
- Parkview Hotel
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (5 Star Hotel)
- Rich Manor Pension House
- G-Galyx Inn Hotel
Click Helpful Links Below: