sablayan

In the past, the town of Sablayan was remembered for its indigenous people called Mangyans who tried hard to maintain their culture and tradition amidst rapid modernization.

Today this booming first-class municipality catches the attention and interest of nature lovers from different places, both local and foreign, because of its fine beaches and world-class underwater paradise - the Apo Reef Natural Park.

But there are a lot more to discover in this serene town. We have one of the finest inland waters in the country, the Libuao Lake, where one can go fishing, bird watching and canoeing. There are other lakes to explore, just as there are caves, waterfalls, rivers, mountains, forests and places of historical interest to enjoy.

On top of all these is the warm hospitality of our people.Your stay in our beloved town, whether a brief visit to have a glimpse of our natural wealth and wonders or a lasting engagement for economic and business partnership will surely be an encounter worth your time and expectation.

Mabuhay!

THE 15TH SOUTHERN TAGALOG TOURISM CONGRESS
09/17/2009

The Southern Tagalog Tourism Congress ( STTC ) is an annual undertaking of all stakeholders in the tourism industry.The objectives are to provide updates on the current development trends on the tourism sector, policies and programs.It is organized by the Southern Tagalog Tourism Council, the Department of Tourism and the host province.

Come on November 23-25,2009, the Province of Occidental Mindoro will, for the first time, host this particular activity. This will be the opportunity to launch the province as a promising and viable tourism destination in the region and the country.

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EDNA N. MINTU

President, Provincial Tourism Council Province of Occidental Mindoro

Welcome!
to the municipality of Sablayan, one of the most progressive municipalities in the Province of Occidental Mindoro!
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Mindoro Dwarf Buffalo
(Bubalus mindorensis)

is a small hoofed mammal belonging to the family Bovidae. It is endemic to the island of Mindoro in the Philippines and is the only endemic Philippine bovine. It is believed, however, to have once also thrived on the greater island of Luzon..

The first inhabitants of Mindoro. They belong to the Malay race. Like most natives in the Philippines, these people are short with snub noses and brown complexion.

Among the seven clans - Alangan, Buhid, Iraya, Hanunuo, Tadyaoan, Ratagnon and Batangan occupying the land, Batangas and the Alangans inhabit Sablayan, a town in the mid-western portion of the island.