Malaybalay City Bukidnon Philippines

Malaybalay, officially the City of Malaybalay or simply referred to as Malaybalay City, is a 1st class city and capital of the province of Bukidnon, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 174,625 people. The city, dubbed as the "South Summer Capital of the Philippines", is bordered north by Impasugong; west by Lantapan; south by Valencia City and San Fernando; and east by Cabanglasan and Agusan del Sur. It was formerly part of the province of Misamis Oriental as a municipal district in the late 19th century. When the special province of Agusan and its sub-province were created in 1907, Malaybalay was designated as the capital of Bukidnon. It was then formally established as a municipality on October 19, 1907 and was created into a city on February 11, 1998 by virtue of Republic Act 8490. Malaybalay City is the venue of the Kaamulan Festival, held annually from mid-February to March .

Malaybalay my home sweet home♥️ A place where my life started. I missed this place because this is the place where my roots are. My childhood memories was so unforgettable. Though we‘re very poor that time, we’re happy of our lives. We knew each other, we helped each other. We don‘t have electricity at home, no tv, only a radio with batteries 🔋. When we washed clothes we have to go to Sawaga River to wash our clothes. That was more than 50 yrs ago... now I can’t recognize my hometown, there are many people living in this place already who are strangers for me, there are so many new buildings, lot of subdivisions, new market, new nice hotels, and lot of attractions.

Here are some of Malaybalay‘s Tourist Attractions

Nasuli Spring, located at Bangcud it is an idyllic spot for family picnics and swimming.

Kaamulan Nature Park – Another suggested activity to start your morning in Malaybalay is by strolling at the emerald-green park dappled with pine trees and native-inspired cottages that provides a leisurely highland ambiance somewhat similar to Baguio.

Bukidnon Provincial Capitol – Fronting the nature park is the region’s capitol with a traditional architecture

Monastery of the Transfiguration – The much sought-after home of the Benedictine monks is located in sitio San Jose is actually the last project of the National Artist for Architecture, Leandro Locsin. It has a distinct pyramid-shaped church sitting in a hill overlooking the greenery.  Staying at the monastery is also popular among visitors on retreat.  An overnight stay here costs around Php 750, inclusive of food.  If you’re pressed for time, you can just drop by and buy their famous products like Monk’s Blend Premium Coffee, Monk’s Peanut Butter, roasted peanut, peanut brittle and tablea.  A Malaybalay also houses two other spiritual destinations: the Monastery of Carmelite Nuns and Jesuit Retreat House.

Mt. Capistrano

Malaybalay New City Hall

Kaamulan Festival

How to Get to Malaybalay Bukidnon:

Nearest airport and port to Malaybalay, Bukidnon is located at Cagayan de Oro (CDO) city.  From CDO, Malaybalay is roughly 2 .5 to 3 hour ride.  Take a bus bound for Valencia (Bukidnon) or Davao from Agora Terminal in CDO. Get off at Malaybalay Bus Terminal.  Ride a motorela to take you to the city center.

If you’re coming from Davao, ride a bus en route to Malaybalay, Bukidnon from Ecoland Terminal. Travel time is roughly 7 hours.

Ta alan alan ha suled ko ta Bukidnon hari kud man agkalipatan ko hindu a napoon ta angaray noy hai ha Talaandig 😍 Bisan ko bon karugay ad un dini ta abroad, ag uli ad man ta bukid taw😘

Salamat tungkay ~~ Angaray J. Leutwyler

Talaandig tribe ❤️