'Biyahe ni Drew' travels south to Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon
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Drew Arellano explores the lush municipality also known as the Northern Gateway to Bukidnon.
After visiting places near Metro Manila and the northern part of Luzon, our favorite Biyahero Drew Arellano will venture into the country's southern part for a change.
This time, Biyahe ni Drew will visit the municipality of Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon for another adventure.
Aside from its intriguing name, what exactly are there to see and know about the town?
For starters, Manolo Fortich is dubbed as the Northern Gateway to Bukidnon.
Photo by: Biyahe ni Drew
The town is located in the northern part of the province of Bukidnon and is about 40 minutes away from Cagayan de Oro City.
Its relatively cool weather makes it an ideal place to grow any kind of crops.
Photo by: Biyahe ni Drew
With that said, Drew highlights the many and diverse eco-tourism farm resorts the place has to offer.
Photo by: Biyahe ni Drew
Our favorite Biyahero gets to visit a pineapple plantation and Hinelaban Farm, which is a model worth emulating when it comes to forest conservation and reforestation.
Drew engages in some fun and games at a giant inflatable adventure park in Dahilayan. Watch Drew bounce, roll, and expel excess energy at the leisure spot designed not just for kids but for adults as well.
GETTING TO KNOW MANOLO FORTICH MORE
Manolo Fortich is named after Don Manolo Fortich, a resident of Barrio Damilag and the first governor of the District of Bukidnon. He served from 1902 to 1914.
The original name of the town is Maluko before being changed in 1957.
Higaonon, Talaandig, and the Cebuano-Bohol groups are the major ethnic groups in the province.
The major spoken language of the town is Cebuano while the indigenous language in the upland barangays is called “Binukid.”
Given its geography, Manolo Fortich is best for visitors who love nature and lush scenery.
Photo by: Biyahe ni Drew
The Dahilayan Adventure Park is known for its single and dual zip-lines, Pythin Roller Zipride, Sky Tower Base Jump, and the Flying Lizard canopy glider. Its dual zip-line is Asia's longest dual zip-line at 840 meters in length.
The Mangima Canyon is touted as the South's Kennon Road with its zigzagged road.
Photo by: Biyahe ni Drew
Likewise, the Mangima Canyon Springs and Country Park often hosts off-road competitions because of its rocky and rugged terrain perfect for extreme sports.
For history buffs, the stone marker of Yoshito's grave is a must-visit. It is the grave of a high-ranking Japanese official who perished during World War II.
“On this spot died Mizayaki Yoshitoi, Chief of Army and Emperor Chiao. In memory of Kaji Battalion, May 8, 1942,” the Japanese inscription reads.
As mentioned, Manolo Fortich is teeming with farm resorts and nature-filled spots.
Guests can check out places such as the Mangima Spring Resort, Palaisdaan Game Fishing Resort and Restaurant, Del Monte Philippines Golf Course and Country Club, Menzi Farms, Montegelo Farms, Magic Farms, and Helms Farm, among many others, for real nature tripping experience.
Catch Biyahe ni Drew's Manolo Fortich adventure tonight, December 15, at 10:00 P.M. on GMA News TV.
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