Introducing ORMOC
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ORMOC is an independent component city in the province of Leyte in the region of Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 215,031 inhabitants, making it the second most-populous city in the province after the provincial capital, Tacloban City. Ormoc is the economic, cultural, commercial and transportation hub of western Leyte.
The city's name is derived from ogmok, an archaic Visayan term for "lowland" or "depressed plain".
Lake Danao
Is the city's foremost natural attraction. It is shaped like a violin or guitar, and the verdant mountains and vegetation surrounding the lake- all make the place so tranquil. Lake Danao is a great place for swimming, camping, trekking, sight-seeing, boating, kayaking, and fishing.
Taste Ormoc’s queen pineapples
This is the last but not the least! Never leave Ormoc without tasting its queen pineapples and cassava cakes. The pineapples here are so sweet and these are sold along the streets of the city. Best tasting cassava cakes can be found at the Young Attitudes store.
Climb Alto Peak
Is the highest mountain in Eastern Visayas. This mountain is popular since a lot of people have climbed it. It is also known as being a spot for training among the various outdoor clubs in the region. It stands at 1,332 meters above sea level. The jump-off point is Brgy. Cabingtan.
Walk across Puente de la Riena
This is the oldest bridge in the city and it is truly historic. It was built during the Spanish times and was recognized as the "Bridge of the Queen." It is the last existing structure that gives evidence of the Spanish colonization of the city. Puente de la Reina is included in the Puentes de España en las Filipinas or the Spanish Bridges in the Philippines.
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Buyogan Festival
The Buyogan Festival is celebrated every August and the main attraction of this Ormoc festival is the colorful costumes worn by the residents of Buyogan, a small town in Ormoc.
The Buyogan Festival is so named because the entire event centers on “buyog” or bees. The dances performed during this celebration mimic the movement of bees. There is also a dance competition that happens the week affair and the competitors are from the local high schools. The cash winnings provided by the local government during the Buyogan Festival goes to the best performers and the funds are used for certain things that their schools might need.
The Buyogan Festival also honors the patron saint of the town, St. Francis Xavier, and the event is a mixture of something religious and age old pagan beliefs prior to the introduction of Christianity to this province. The legendary fairy Opayda, believed to bring luck to good people is honored in several plays.
Tourist Attractions
LAKE KASUDSURAN
Brgy. Gaas, Ormoc City, Leyte
Is also a place to explore in Ormoc City. The lake is a beauty to behold with surrounding fresh green trees and vegetation, and a calm and serene atmosphere.
VETERAN'S PARK
Ormoc City, Leyte
It is a park located near Ormoc's sea wall and is a memorial of the veterans who have fought during the liberation of Leyte and the Philippines.
CENTENNIAL MARKER
Ormoc City, Leyte
This beautiful monument is located near the Veterans Park and is a tribute to the Western Leyte Guerilla Warfare Forces.
PHILIPPINE-JAPAN PEACE MEMORIAL PARK
Philippine-Japan Peace Memorial Park, Ormoc, Hilagang Leyte, Philippines
An impressive memorial marker put up by the Nagoya and Gifu Prefectures as a token of friendship of Japanese and Filipinos in the aftermath of World War II.
ORMOC CITY SUPERDOME
Larrazabal Boulevard San Pedro St, Ormoc, Leyte
It is Ormoc's pride and one of the city's landmarks. It is within the city proper and a venue of many sports and socio-cultural events.
LAKE JANAGDAN
Ormoc City, Leyte
This lake completes Ormoc's three lakes. Lake Janagdan is the smallest of the three and is accessible only by foot. The jump-off point is at Brgy. Cabingtan. Going there is about two hours trek.
