Cagsawa Ruins Park
Cagsawa Ruins Park
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Kristine R
Muntinlupa, Philippines848 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
A visit to Albay is not complete without dropping by the iconic Cagsawa Ruins with the majestic Mayon Volcano in the horizon. The park charges an entrance fee of P35 per person, and visitors will be greeted by stalls selling souvenir items as well as official photographers hired by the local government. This place was where we also tasted sili ice cream for the first time. At P50 per cup, it is guaranteed to put your mouth on fire. If visiting the park during the summer months, bringing bottled water and an umbrella is highly recommended.
Written 6 March 2022
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NinoLeeZhongPing
Makati, Philippines407 contributions
Mar 2022
This Franciscan, Baroque style church was built in 1587 but destroyed by Dutch pirates in 1636. Rebuilt in 1724 and destroyed again in including the town of Cagsaua during the Mayon volcano in 1814. On a clear day you will see the majestic Mt. Mayon volcano from here. The ruins are quite confusing as you would find it a challenge in orienting where the entrance and altar use to be. Lots of foliage on the ruins during my visit. Hopefully it gets cleared to protect the ruins. The soil feels like compact beach sand but is actually ashfall. Climbing the bellfry is not allowed, but access to the church ruins is.
This place gets busy leading up to mid morning so it is advise to go early. From the main road, it is walkable, trikes are available to and fro this area, nonetheless, those with vehicles are guaranteed a parking space in the area. This is a sight to see once in your life. #RP
This place gets busy leading up to mid morning so it is advise to go early. From the main road, it is walkable, trikes are available to and fro this area, nonetheless, those with vehicles are guaranteed a parking space in the area. This is a sight to see once in your life. #RP
Written 5 June 2022
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Allan H
7 contributions
Apr 2019 • Business
Spoiler alert: I had always thought that one needed to trek a good distance from the town proper to get to this historic site. When my colleague from Legazpi told me that we could drop by Cagsawa ruins on the way back from a client, I was concerned that I was in office clothes. I was curious when he turned into a gated compound and parked in the lot. As I turned the corner, I was shocked to see the bell tower just in front of me with Mayon in the background, albeit barely visible through the haze, As it was drizzling that day.
Got some photo ops before the rain started to fall. A must if you come to Albay to see Mayon.
Got some photo ops before the rain started to fall. A must if you come to Albay to see Mayon.
Written 14 March 2020
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Joey M
111 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
The view of Mayon was stunning. There is no better majestic volcano than this. Cagsawa Ruins is one of the better locations to view this. My only drawback is that its too crowded, and its hard to park due to the volume of tourists. We were there on a summer and its quite hot.
Written 29 March 2024
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RoÈ
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates9 contributions
May 2019 • Family
I always go back to see the Cagsawa Ruins whenever i go back to see my family. Tho i already seen it since i was a kid.. i still love to go back and stay there for couple of hours.. there are some cafeterias and snack places inside the gate..
Written 6 April 2020
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CS Luna
Ventura County Coast, CA12 contributions
June 2019
With the Mayon Volcano backdrop, it's a breathtaking site. Entrance fee is cheap. Be wary for those who have difficulty walking, plenty of walking on uneven ground & steps. It's a brief stop unless you decide to try the ATV. Definitely is a must see when in Legazpi.
Written 7 March 2020
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jlizaso
Paranaque, Philippines117 contributions
June 2023 • Family
When you think about Mayon Volcano, Bicol, and Albay there is no way you cannot associate it with Cagsawa Ruins. This sends me back when I was a kid, It never fails to amaze me thinking about how that belfry signifies Bicol, Mayon and Albay. Its a good thing they we're able to maintain it through all those times, this is still a place to go.
There are a lot of stalls where you can buy souvenirs, food and try the Sili Ice Cream, and new attaction like the ATV adventure.
It's a well recommended place.
There are a lot of stalls where you can buy souvenirs, food and try the Sili Ice Cream, and new attaction like the ATV adventure.
It's a well recommended place.
Written 3 July 2023
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ToujoursLaRoute
Paris, France1,212 contributions
Sept 2022
Nice park, free access, a perfect spot to take a picture with the remainings of the church, but also with the volcano that provoked the disaster. Plenty of little shops at the entrance, with a lot to offer at low prices. Do not miss the crispy pilli and the chili ice cream.
Written 22 September 2022
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riareb
Manila, Philippines3 contributions
How to get there: Take a jeep bound for Guinobatan or Camalig. Tell the driver to drop you off at Cagsawa Ruins. Once you are dropped off, you will have to take a tricycle (P7 each) to the site itself. The entrance is something like P10 each.
It is best to go there either early morning or late afternoon because at other times, the sun may be too harsh (bad photos) or the volcano will be heavily covered with clouds. Ask one of the people there to do "trick shots" for you. We tipped the kid who did this for us P100 for 15 shots.
It is best to go there either early morning or late afternoon because at other times, the sun may be too harsh (bad photos) or the volcano will be heavily covered with clouds. Ask one of the people there to do "trick shots" for you. We tipped the kid who did this for us P100 for 15 shots.
Written 26 September 2010
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gemr0ck
manila148 contributions
Aug 2011 • Couples
cagsawa ruins was my first attraction in mind to visit when we were in legazpi. in fact we visited the place twice, because i was so impressed with the young tour guides in the area taking trick shots on us with the cagsawa ruins as background.on my second visit i tried to do my own trick shots and its kinda hard at first because you have to have the right timing before you click thecamera and under a sweltering heat of the sun.it was suggested that you go there 6 in the morning to see the fantastic view of Mayon volcano unobstructed by passing clouds.
Written 20 September 2011
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Dear Cagsawa Ruins Traveller,
We Visited the Cagsawa Church
Ruins Early Morning to Avoid Crowds and to be Cooler .
Our Resort Hotel arranged a Car / Driver for the Day.
We then Drove up Mayon Volcano into the Clouds to Cool.
Very Enjoyable and Interesting Day .
The CHURCH Was Buried by Mayon Volcano Eruption .
Written 24 November 2018
Hi all, so I want to do atv ride with my 5 yo daughter near in cagsawa ruins, which is better to do, hire directly from the place since I’ve read a lot of private owned atv’s are available anytime OR prebook to agency ahead?. Cheaper and safer options?.
Written 15 August 2018
You can book when you get there. It is safe with kids also.
Written 16 August 2018
Hello all. What is the best time to go in the day that has least to no people around the park. The site says it’s open 6am-6pm.
Written 28 April 2018
Early morning would be the best time....the volcano's summit is usually covered with clouds at this time however...Just wait few minutes and the clouds will gradually disappear
Written 29 April 2018
joyce melanie l
Daraga, Philippines
i want to know about the origin of that place
Written 9 September 2015
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