Historians had it that ten Bornean Datus headed by Datu Puti, along with their followers, left Borneo to escape persecution by Sultan Makatunaw, a Rajah of the House of Shri-Vijaya and landed in the island of Panay, then ruled by an Ati chieftain, Marikudo. After some haggling, they succeeded in buying the island from the Ati Chieftain for one gold sadok and a gold necklace for his wife. This enabled one of the datus, DatuSumakwel, to establish a permanent settlement in what is now Malandog in the municipality of Hamtic, the name taken after a species of large ants called hantik-hantik, which abounded the place.
Best time of year: October – May
Wall on a bed of gems.
Welcome to the Sibalom River Gemstone Trek. Trek on the country’s biggest, concentrated source of semi-precious gemstones. Explore other areas where habitat of the world biggest flower. If you time it right you may be able to take a first-hand glimpse of this endangered species. While you are at it take a cool refreshing dip on the river! All this can be done only in the Sibalom Natural Park.
After an overnight camp-out at Camp Eupre Orchard and Forest Resort or a simple exploration of Mablad Caves and Macalbag Waterfalls, mountaineers can start their trek by traversing the Dalanas River, ending at the lush green forest of the treacherous terrain of the mountain. It is a dream climb for nature lovers.
Located inside the PNP Provincial Command, the shooting range is maintained by the Antique Gun Club, Adjacent to the range is an inviting beach fronting the Cuyo East Pass, ideal for relaxation.
Unknown to many, the San Remigio road connected to Leon, Iloilo offers a diverse and thrilling experience for sportsman and adventure-seekers. It has rugged terrain, natural sceneries, elevation and climate similar to that of Baguio City.
A man size sport involving a 15 km trek thru a trail of rock leading to a dry river bed, crossing an improvised wood-bamboo bridge over a boulder - strewn river, hurdling numerous hills before reaching a village at its foot where ascent actually starts, tightrope walking on a two-foot bridge that float on a sea of clouds, clambering up near vertical slopes while precariously holding on to tiny rock outcroppings, grasses and roots of trees.
Participants to this river sports ride on a kayak, a light, narrow boat that looks like a canoe but has an enclosed deck that has one to four small openings called cockpits in which the kayakers sit. A kayaker faces forward and uses a paddle that has a blade at each end.
An uninhabited 24-hectare marine and bird sanctuary; a government naval reservation island 3 miles from the shoreline of Anini-y town proper. It can be reached 15 minutes by motorized banca; ideal for shell hunting, snorkeling and scuba diving.
Produces the famous Bugasongpatadyong (a colourful native fabric), the only one of its kind in the Visayas and well-known throughout the islands.
The church of St. Blaise has always been an object of pilgrimage for Roman Catholic devotees through the years. The feast of St. Blaise is celebrated every February 2. Mysteries and miracles are attributed to the saint.
The church with the most modern architectural style in the whole Antique, 61 kms. north of San Jose, Antique. Designed by the same architect who planned Museo Iloilo.
10 kms. north east of San Jose. The supine statue of Sta. Rita here was a gift the Augustinian sisters in Casia, Italy and the feast of Sta. Rita is celebrated on May 22.
Located near the New Capitol. It is easily identifiable with its bell tower, the highest in the province.
The church rest on an elevation; above it are a convent and a bell tower up in which are winding steps among flowers. A wooded knoll sets off the scene.
43 kms. from San Jose, Antique; with an elevation of some 200 feet and a view of the sea and hills surrounding Bugasong. The hill was once the site of a watchtower to warn people of Muslim pirates.
25 kms.from San Jose, Antique; its building is a remodelled old Spanish convent near the site of the ruins of the century-old Spanish church.
Straddling the Iloilo-Antique boundary, it commands a view of the San Jose de Buenavista, Antique. The hill was a Japanese stronghold during World War II. The place is ideal for hiking and horseback riding.
In front of Antique Provincial Capitol in San Jose, Antique in honor of late Governor Evelio B. Javier who was assassinated on February 11, 1986 while defending freedom and democracy from the forces of martial law.
143 kms. Noth of San Jose. It served to warn natives of approaching pirates.
7 kms. South of San Jose, Antique; which marks the: “Landing site of the first Malayan settlers 1200 A.D”.
A massive white coral building located in Poblacion, Anini-y, 40.46 kms. South of San Jose de Buenavista, Antique.
Take a dip into the cool, fresh, and clean waters of Bugang River. Enjoy nature x culture x adventure trip in one of the country's cleanest river; it is a perfect place for those who enjoy solitude or for those who just want to be one with nature.
Barangay Aningalan in the Municipality of San Remigio is situated in the highlands of Antique Province. Due to the upland weather, various kinds of vegetable and crops thrive here including strawberries that guests may harvest by themselves.
Dalipe, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
ROYALTY TOWER LOUNGE 4th Floor, Royalty Supermart
Bantayan Road, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Solana St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Ground Floor, Gaisano Grand Mall of Antique Bagumbayan, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Ground Floor, St. Nicholas Bldg., T.A. Fornier St. San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Tel. No.: +63 36 540-9528
Solana St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
T. Fornier St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Tel. No.: +63 36 540-7103
Bantayan Road, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Bantayan Road, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique Tel. No.: +63 36 540-7961
Gov. Villavert – Jimenez St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Gobierno St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Don A. Salazar St., Atabay, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Cor. Moscoso-Villavert-Jimenez Sts. San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Santillan Subdivision, Binirayan San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Ricarze St., San Jose de Buenavista, Antique Tel. No.: 0915-804-4662
Take a dip into the cool, fresh, and clean waters of Bugang River. Enjoy nature x culture x adventure trip in one of the country's cleanest river; it is a perfect place for those who enjoy solitude or for those who just want to be one with nature.
Barangay Aningalan in the Municipality of San Remigio is situated in the highlands of Antique Province. Due to the upland weather, various kinds of vegetable and crops thrive here including strawberries that guests may harvest by themselves.
About 24 kinds of marble of various colors can be found in the quarries.
Beautiful refuge from the “outside world”
8 kms. from Libertad town proper.
This “garden” of rocks and corals, aound 500 sq. meters, may be seen below a “micro” sea located 9 kms. from Libertad town proper.
Part of Caluya; has the second largest deposit of coal in the Philippines; a bird sanctuary, ideal for horseback riding.
Recent discovery of the world’s biggest flower within the area, the rafflessia locally known as “Uruy” has attracted researchers and visitors.
Proclaimed as the Natural Park bordering the municipalities of Pandan and Libertad in Antique and Buruanga and Malay in Aklan. The park is home to endangered and endemic species of flora and fauna especially the Visayan Hornbill and Hank Eagle. Recent discoveries found include the Varanus Mabitang, a new species of Monitor Lizard.
Two inter-connecting lakes abundant with freshwater fishes, it is surrounded by green vegetation still inhabited by endemic wild animals and is ideal for camping and picnics.
The cave is rich in guano deposited by bats; 7 kms. from the town proper.
Marble deposits has different colors and expected to last a thousand years.
Another pride of the province of Antique; has captured national prestige by making it in the National Finals for four consecutive years as one of the Cleanest Inland Bodies of Water.
The spring provides water to a natural pool stretching to a river that is so cool even during hot summer days.
500 meters from the national highway; has a bamboo and a nipa rest house.
3 kms. from the national highway; a 30-minute walk up hills; a natural swimming pool.
About 100 ft. high, 7 kms. and a 3-hour walk from the national road.
A 7-basin falls, 3 kms. northeast of town proper.
4 kms. from the town proper; ideal for white water kayaking.
6 kms.to Sitio Moleta accessible by motor vehicle up to Brgy. Tuno and a short hike along murmuring streams and hidden rice terraces.Ideal for excursions/picnics with excellent opportunities for bathing, swimming and picture taking. First three waterfalls with height up to 150 ft. are accessible.
A mound of soft greenery, an attraction to scuba divers; has natural coves, anchorages and white sand beaches. 8 kms.from nearby Mararison Island.
2,117 m. above sea level; considered as one of the premier peaks for mountain climbing. Discover and explore the biodiversity of the area; home to endangered species of spotted deer and cloud rat; and rare species of flora and fauna.
With sparkling sand ideal for swimming and nearby cave for spelunkers located 5 kms. from Poblacion, Tibiao.
A 50 feet high waterfall with several caves around the area, some unexplored. It is 8 kms. from the town proper.
A resort that has a Baguio like temperature, 6 kms.from the town proper to the jump-off point, then a 5 kms. walk to the resort.
A 20-minute ride by pumpboat 1 kilometer offshore; varied colored corals can be seen through clear waters.
Located in the high mountains of San Remigio.
Located on the hilltop near a forest nursery. From there, one can see San Jose, Sibalom and Mount Madja-as in Culasi on a clear weather.
Red-tinted water cascading down the waterfall. It is 2 kilometer away from the town proper.
Called Punta Nasog by natives; denuded mountain of solid rock shaped like a rooster’s crown believed rich in mineral deposit.
A government-owned hot sulphur spring atop solid rock; warm water flowing from crevices and collects in tiled basins into a junior size, swimming pool; is along the highway one 1 1⁄2 kilometres from the town proper and overlooks Nogas Island.
Has white sand beaches and clear water ideal for scuba diving and spear fishing.
One of Culasi’s three major islands with white sand beaches that are in pristine condition and an ideal spot for sailing, snorkeling, fishing, and scuba diving.
