Thursday, August 23, 2012

Magapit Bridge reopens

Nearly three months after the Magapit Bridge was closed, the bridge is once again open for the traveling public. Crossing the Cagayan River was troublesome these past few months due to the repairs of Magapit Bridge. The good news, it is now open. For more details read this article from Inquirer.net. Vital Cagayan-Ilocos road link reopens

Monday, August 20, 2012

Enrile, Cagayan


Founded
September 1949
Area

Population
29,719
Income
4th class
Zip Code
3501
No. of Barangays
22


Originally Cabug, a barrio of Tuguegarao, Enrile was established as a separate town from Tuguegarao on September 1949. Located at the southernmost part of the province, Enrile is an agricultural town with the majority of its people depending on farming as their source of income.

How to Get There

Located just south of Tuguegarao. From Tuguegarao City, take a jeepney for a 15 minute ride to Enrile. For independent motorist, head west across the Buntun Bridge and turn left (southward) right after crossing the Cagayan River

References:
http://region2.dilg.gov.ph/cagayan.php?lgu=enrile
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrile,_Cagayan

Alcala, Cagayan


St. Philomene Church, Alcala, Cagayan
Alcala is an old town situated in the middle of Cagayan some 38 kilometers north of Tuguegarao.Originally called "Fulay", an Ybanag word for red, because of the reddish color of the soil. When the Diocese of Nueva Segovia (Lallo) was established in August, 1595, Fulay fell under its jurisdiction and it was not until July 20, 1789 that its township was officially proclaimed. It was renamed "Alcala" in honor of Don Francisco Paulo de Alcala sometime in 1843.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Iguig, Cagayan


Iguig Calvary Hills
Founded
December 28, 1607
Area
10810.00 has
Population
26169
Income Class
4th  
Zip Code
3504
No. of Barangays
23

A quiet small town located just north of Tuguegarao City. It is also known as the pottery center of the province and the site of the Calvary Hills.

Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Street Dancing,Battle of the Band Competition and Pansit Festival

Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Street Dancing
Street Dancing
Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Street Dancing
Batte of the Band Competition
Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Pancit Festival
Pancit Festival
Perhaps the top 3 most anticipated events during the Pavvurulun Festival 2012 is the Street Dancing Competition, the Battle of the Band Competition and the Pansit Festival. From August 11 to August 13, 2012 (Saturday to Monday), the busy streets of Kalye Komersyo was busier than usual as TuguegaraeƱos crowd the street to witness the said events. The different schools who competed for the Street Dancing and Battle of the Bands competition undoubtedly made much preparations as can be seen in their colorful performances. With the rising popularity of Batil-Patung , the Pansit Festival showcases the unique taste of Tuguegarao.

Friday, August 10, 2012

Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Trade Fair

Pavvurulun Festival 2012: Trade Fair

In celebration of the 288th Tuguegarao Town Fiesta, the Pavvurulun Festival 2012 Trade Fair was organized by the City Government not only to promote the products of Tuguegarao, but the skills and talents of the Cagayanos. The Trade Fair also served as an opportunity for the other provinces in Region 2 to showcase their products such as furniture, ornamental plants, food and other delicacies. This years Trade Fair is not just a Trade Fair, with activities scheduled each day to further showcase the best of Tuguegarao, and the best of the Region. Also located at the Trade Fair is the Cave Photography Exhibit where photographs of the different caves in the province are displayed. The Trade Fair is open from 8 am to 5 pm at the Mall of the Valley.

PAVVURULUN FESTIVAL 2012
TRADE FAIR
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Regional Food Festival/ Food Tasting
August 8              a taste of Tuguegarao
August 9              a taste of Isabela
August 10            a taste of Quirino
August 11            a taste of Nueva Vizcaya
August 12            a taste of Tuguegarao
August 13            a taste of 1st District of Cagayan
August 14            a taste of 2nd District of Cagayan
August 15            a taste of 3rd District of Cagayan
August 16            a taste of Tuguegarao

Techno Demo/ Skills Training/ Film Showing
August 10            2PM                      Fish Processing (BFAR)
August 13            9AM                      Fruit Juice (DOST)
                           2PM                      Root Crops and Cereals (DOST)
August 14            9AM                      Banana and Blossoms Processing (CSU)
               2PM                      Okoy Varieties (CSU)

Variety Show
August 8              5PM                       St. Paul University- Philippines
August 9              5PM                       University of St. Louis
August 10            5PM                       University of Cagayan Valley
August 11            5PM                       Cagayan National High School
August 12            5PM                       F.L. Vargas College
August 13            5PM                       John Wesley College
August 16            5PM                       Cagayan State University
               7PM                       Nayon Tenor Local Band


Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Tuguegarao Town Fiesta Schedule of Activies


PAV-VURULUN FESTIVAL 2012


Schedule of Activities
August 8-16, 2012


Trade Fair
August 8-16, 2012
3rd Floor Mall of the Valley

Bicycle Race
August 9, 2012
City Hall to Rizal’s Park
7 AM

LGU Night
August 10, 2012
Peoples Gymnasium
6:30 PM

Street Dancing
August 11, 2012
(Infront of Mall of the Valley)
Along Bonifacio St.
6 AM

Battle of the Bands
August 12, 2012
Along Bonifacio Street
6 AM

Pancit Festival
August 13, 2012
Along Bonifacio Street
7 AM

Bangkarera
August 14, 2012
Overflow Bridge
6 AM

Cultural Show
August 14, 2012
Convention Center Mall of the Valley
6 PM

Culinary Cookfest
August 15, 2012
3rd Floor Mall of the Valley
9 AM

Nuang and Kabayu Karera
August 15, 2012
Teresita to Macapagal Boulevard
1 PM

Piglet Catching
August 16, 2012
Teresita Boulevard
8 AM

Fireworks Display
August 16, 2012
Teresita Boulevard
7 PM

Mass/Closing
August 16, 2012
Ermita de San Jacinto
7PM

Soft Opening of Ibanag Library and Museum
August 16, 2012
6th Floor City Hall
8:30 AM