Butuan is one of Philippines culture rich city. Not known to many it is in Butuan where you can find the remnants of the great Balangay – a plank boat used by our ancestors to travel and trade to other countries. The longest zipline in the Philippines is situated here in Butuan. Magellan first landed in Butuan in 1521 and according to the people the first catholic mass was celebrated here in Butuan. Before I forget you can have a great view of the Philippines third largest River, The Agusan River.
I always wanted to visit the second largest major island of the Philippines, Mindanao. Recently together with 2 cousins and a friend we went to a 5 day backpacking land trip in the southeastern part of Mindanao.
Our trail was plane ride from Cebu to Davao City. From Davao City, bus ride going to Surigao Del Sur particularly heading to Bislig City and Hinatuan, then another bus ride going to Agusan del Sur and visit Butuan City, then next stop is Misamis Oriental’s capital Cagayan De Oro City with a side trip in Bukidnon.
