The document provides information about the Caraga Region of the Philippines. It discusses that the region was created in 1995 and is composed of 5 provinces, 6 cities, 67 municipalities and 1,308 barangays. Butuan City is the regional center. The history of the region can be traced back to the 15th century when explorers discovered the Kalagan people who originated from the Visayas. The document then provides details about each of the 5 provinces that make up the Caraga Region - Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands. For each province, it lists the capital city and some of the natural resources

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2. The Caraga Region was created through
Republic Act Number 7901 on February 25,
1995. The region is composed of five (5)
provinces: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur,
Dinagat Island, Surigao del Norte and Surigao
del Sur; six (6) cities: Butuan,Cabadbaran,
Bayugan, Surigao,Tandag and Bislig ; sixty-
seven (67) municipalities and 1,308
barangays. Butuan City is the regional center.

3. origin in one of the three districts in Mindanao.
The word Caraga originated from the Visayan word “Kalagan”:
“Kalag” meaning soul or people and “An” meaning land. The
“Kalagans have a long history of being brave and fearless.
Thus, the region was called by early chroniclers as the “Land
of the Brave and Fierce People”.
The history of
Caraga can be
traced back to the
15th century when
explorers
discovered the
existence of
“Kalagans”,
believed to be of
Visayan

4. Provinces of
Caraga Region
Agusan Del Norte – Cabadbaran
City
Agusan Del Sur – Prosperidad
Surigao Del Norte – Surigao City

5. Surigao Del Sur – Tandag City
Dinagat Island– San Jose

6. San Jose
Tandag City
Surigao City
Cabadbaran City
Prosperidad

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8. Agusan del Norte is a
province in the
Philippines located in
the Caraga region of
Mindanao. Its capital
is the city of
Cabadbaran and it is
bordered on the
northeast by Surigao
del Norte; mid-east by
Surigao del Sur;
southeast by Agusan
del Sur, and southwest
by Misamis Oriental.
Agusan Del Norte – Cabadbaran
City

9. Natural Resources in
Agusan Del Norte
The province has significant deposits of metallic
and non-metallic resources such
as gold, manganese, copper, and construction
and decorative materials. These mineral
prospects can play a role in the economic
development of the province if they are properly
extracted.
GoldManganese
Copper

10. Some Tourist spots in
Agusan Del Norte
Bolihon Beach is
one of the most
popular tourist
spots in Agusan
del Norte on its
coast facing the
Butuan Bay. It is
a long stretch of
white sand mixed
with coral beach
decorated with
trees arrayed with
cottages.

11. On the northern part of Agusan del Norte, near the borders of
Misamis Oriental, is a blissful resort perched on a rocky shore
facing the Butuan Bay, the Vinapor Blue Water Resort. This
is an ideal site for barkada outing or weekend getaway for
families. The resort has wide pools, an awesome man-made
pool on a cave, cottages perched on the stone cliffs, concrete
pathways to explore the area, and even interesting sculptures of
Jurrasic Animals.
Vinapor Blue Water Resort

12. Balangay Shrine Museum is one of the
best tourist attractions in Agusan del Norte
where history geeks would love to visit. It
is a small open-air museum which houses
one out of the nine balangays, an old
wooden boat, discovered on 1970’s by the
local treasure hunters.

13. Butuan National Museum is another known museum in
Agusan del Norte which showcases the historical and
cultural collections found in the province. The items
inside the museum includes the parts of Balanghai or
Balangay which were accidentally discovered by the
locals. Further excavations done by the archaeologists
from the National Museum yielded more archaeological
finds.

14. Tagnote Falls is one of the known tourist
spots in Agusan del Norte favored by the
locals. The 20-foot high waterfall cascades
on a rock cliff down the 10 square meters
wide basin which is about 3-foot deep.

15. Sak-a Falls is another famous waterfall
found in Agusan del Norte. It is a 3-tier
waterfall with refreshing and crystal clear
waters surrounded by lush greenery. The
first waterfall basin is not an ideal site for
swimming since the waters most of the
time is too strong.

16. Mount Carmel View Deck and Park, formerly known as Marcos
Park, is one of the best sightseeing destinations in the province of
Agusan del Norte. It is a park located at the one of the highest peaks in
the province with an elevation of 810 meters above sea level. The top
offers fascinating views of rolling mountains covered with greens, the
vast sea and shorelines of Agusan del Norte and Caraga Region, hence it
is called as the “Show Window of Caraga“.

17. Mount Mayapay is one of the most
popular hiking destinations in the province
of Agusan del Norte. The mountain is
standing 675 meters above sea level with
its fascinating table-head summit.

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19. Agusan Del Sur – Prosperidad
Agusan del Sur is a
landlocked province of the
Philippines located in the
Caraga region in Mindanao.
Its capital is Prosperidad and
borders, from the north
clockwise, Agusan del Norte,
Surigao del Sur, Davao
Oriental, Compostela Valley,
Davao del Norte and
Bukidnon. Agusan del Sur,
also called as the “Land of
Golden Opportunities," is
one of the largest provinces
in the Philippines.

20. Natural Resources in
Agusan Del Sur
There are gold deposits are found in Agusan del
Sur. Other commerciable minerals found in the
province
are limestone, marble, gypsum, manganese,
phosphate rock, coal, andesite rock, chromite,
quartz, white clay and aggregates.
Gold Limestone
Marble
Gypsum

21. Some Tourist spots in
Agusan Del Sur
Agusan Marsh is one of the most significant
ecological wetlands and finest eco-tourism
destinations in the Philippines. The Agusan Marsh
is the largest in the Philippines found at the center
of the Agusan Basin in Mindanao.

22. Bega Falls
An enchanting waterfall in the hinterlands of Prosperidad which legend
says was a haven of beautiful women during the ancient days. Situated
in a 290-hectare locally declared protected area in the bosom of the 178-
hectare Ugnop Cave landscape forest reserve in upland Brgy. Mabuhay,
it is the centerpiece of the Bega River System comprising of 4 major
waterfalls and 12 miniature falls, most of which have been identified for
biodiversity research.

23. Gibong River
Prosperidad’s scenic river and potable water source which is ideal
for cruising and boating activities. From the river banks, visitors
can cruise along the river and be enthralled by the untouched
vegetation and limestone cliffs enroute to Gibong Recreation
Center, a camping and bird watching site in the woods. Adjacent it
is Binaba Falls, a cascade of clear water emanating from the
watershed.

24. Tugonan Falls
Tugonan is one of the many stunning falls
in the province. The name of the falls has
its origin from the word “Tugon,” meaning
a pledge or promise. It is located in
Barangay San Lorenzo in Prosperidad. The
vicinity is also lush in greenery.

25. Mount Magdiwata is one of the tourist
spots in Agusan del Sur, a favored trekking
destination among the locals and foreign
mountaineers. Standing about 592 meters
above sea level, it is a beautiful sight to
behold especially in the town of San
Francisco.

26. Ongop Cave is one of the best spelunking
destinations in the province of Agusan del
Sur. It is a very pristine cave less-known
even in the neighboring provinces since it
is hidden deep in the jungles.

27. Puting Buhangin Cave.
It is also full of amazing stalactite and stalagmite formations but this
cave will give you both creeps and excitement if you are new to
caving.

28. Hinatuan Enchanted River
its believed to be the home of spirits that take care of its waters. The
sight of aqua blue water that reaches unfathomed depths but still
remain clear is enchanting.

29. Laswitan, Cortes

30. Cantilan Islands

31. Welcome to

32. Surigao Del Norte – Surigao City
Surigao del Norte is
a province in the
Philippines located in
the Caraga region of
Mindanao. Its capital
is Surigao City. The
province comprises
two major islands—
Siargao and Bucas
Grande—in the
Philippine Sea, and a
small region at the
northeastern tip of
Mindanao

33. Natural Resources in
Surigao Del Norte
Surigao Norte posted the biggest decrease in
exports for 2002 (63.17%). The region is noted
for its wood based economy, its
extensive water resources and its rich mineral
deposits such
as iron, gold, silver, nickel, chromite, manga
nese
and copper. Its leading crops are palay, banana
and coconut.
Gold Chromite manganese

34. Some Tourist spots in
Surigao Del Norte
Sohoton Cave.
This is a very enchanting cave that is half-submerged in
water at most times. It is accessible only during low tides,
and inside there is a lagoon with a number of islets with
waters that just sparkle. The cave is located in Bucas
Grande.

35. Lumondo Waterfalls and Eco Park.
This is an enchanting place to visit, and it is one of the
prides of Surigao. When you visit the waterfalls, you will be
amazed with the great volume of water that falls down into a
grandiose rock structure.

36. Cuyapnit Cave.
To get to the cave, you will take a boat
ride where you have to shoot the rapids of
Baoy River.

37. Magpupungko Rock Formation.
This attraction in Pilar is a group of
limestone and granite sculptures that face
the Pacific Ocean.

38. Lake Mainit.
This is the fourth largest lake in the
Philippines and the deepest part of the lake
is 128 meters. The lake is located between
the provinces of Agusan del Norte and
Surigao del Norte

39. Guyam, Daku and Naked Islets.
These three islets are gorgeous in that they all have powdery
white sand and palm-fringed beaches.

40. Mapawa Cave.
This cave is located 15 km away from the city proper. In this
cave, you will see cathedral-shape inner domes that are just
adorned with stalactites that look like natural chandeliers. Plus,
the stalagmites are great too.

41. Basul Island.
It’s the nearest islet from Surigao City that is located to its
northwest. It is characterized by its fine white sand on one
side, and in the other, a rocky shore. This island can be
seen from a ship approaching the city.

42. Sohoton Cove
is an enchanting place where you can
enjoy the breathtaking beauty of nature.

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44. Surigao Del Sur – Tandag City
Surigao del Sur is a
province in the
Philippines located
in the Caraga
region in
Mindanao. Its
capital is Tandag
City. Surigao del
Sur is situated at
the eastern coast of
Mindanao and
faces the Philippine
Sea to the east.

45. Natural Resources in
Surigao Del Sur
The region is noted for its wood based
economy, its extensive water resources
and its rich mineral deposits such as iron,
gold, silver, nickel, chromite,
manganese and copper. Its leading crops
are palay, banana and coconut.

46. Some Tourist spots in
Surigao Del Sur
Tinuy-an Falls
is another breathtaking tourist destination in the province. It is
being dubbed as the most beautiful multi-tier waterfall in the
Philippines. The curtain-like cascading waters is camera-worthy. It
has three (3) levels. The second level is the tallest and the widest,
a favorite spot for most visitors.

47. Enchanted River
is one of the most visited tourist spots in Surigao del Sur. It is
considered to be the most mysterious river in the Philippines where the
locals believed that creatures like fairies, pixies and mermaids dwell.
The water in Enchanted River is very clean and clear. If someone
swims in the river, as if he is floating in the sky for it is very clear.

48. Britania Islands
Britania Group of Islands comprises of 24 beautiful islands which is
one of the most famous tourists spots in Surigao del Sur for island
hopping activities. These islands are all famous of having crystal clear
waters and powdery white sand beaches.

49. Cagwait Beach,
which the name was derived from the local term “mura ug wait”, is a
beautiful beach in the province. It is a long stretch of C-shaped fine
sand beach. The beach is made more decorative by the array of green
trees and coconut trees. It is being dubbed as the “Little Boracay of
CARAGA”

50. Magkawas Falls
is one of the hidden tourists spots in Surigao del Sur tucked in the
forest of Lanuza away from the main road.

51. Cantilan Islands

52. Laswitan Falls and Lagoon
is probably the most fascinating falls and lagoon in the Philippines.
This is one of the extraordinary tourist spots in Surigao del Sur. This is
not the usual falls where the waters come from the forest or
mountains, it is coming from the OCEAN!

53. Cabgan Island
one of the stunning tourist spots in Surigao del Sur
known for having a long stretch of white sand beach.
This is an island with beautiful combination colors.

54. Welcome to

55. Dinagat Island– San Jose
The Dinagat Islands are
a group of islands
constituting a province
in the Caraga region in
the Philippines, located
on the south side of
Leyte Gulf. The island of
Leyte is to its west,
across Surigao Strait,
and Mindanao is to its
south. Its main island,
Dinagat, is about 60
kilometres from north to
south.

56. Natural Resources in
Dinagat Island Province
Dinagat Islands has abundant
mineral deposits,
particularly nickel and chromite. It
is also blessed with a rich biological
diversity.

57. Some Tourist spots in
Dinagat Island
Kabakongan Cove.
It is a long stretch of white sand beach fringed with coconut
trees and towering limestone cliffs and boulders.

58. Bitaog Beach
It features a powdery white sand beach decorated with coconut
trees and being bordered on both ends by impressive and towering
limestone cliffs. This beach is also known for its turquoise waters
which is very alluring for swimming.

59. Isla Aga
is one of the famous tourist spots in Dinagat Islands which is mainly
composed of limestone rock formations with growing vegetation.
Atop the limestone rocks of the island offers a beautiful view of the
nearby islands and islets.

60. Pangabangan Island
is one of the paradise islands in Dinagat covered with lush greens.

61. Sundayo Beach
It is composed of white sand beach, coconut trees, noticeable rock
formations dotting the coasts and mind-blowing crystal clear waters.
This is where most visitors have their lunch on an island hopping tour
while enjoying the tropical ambiance of the place.

62. Duyos Beach
is one of the known tourist spots in Dinagat Islands perfect for
camping and barkada outings.

63. Lake Bababu
is one of the phenomenal lakes in Dinagat Islands which is also
known in the Philippines. It is an enchanting lake found on the
mainland of Dinagat bordered by towering limestone cliffs
surrounded by lush greenery.

64. PBMA Shrine
is one of the popular destinations in Dinagat Island where the tomb of
PBMA founder “Divine Master” Reuben Ecleo, Sr. is located.

65. Islander’s Castle
also known as White Castle, is an iconic landmark in the provincial
capital of Dinagat Islands.

66. Punta Buena Suerte Resort
is a blissful beachfront resort in Dinagat Islands that offers awesome
views, variety of rides and sumptuous seafood.