Marmol Cliff in Tuburan, Cebu |
Founded in the 1851 by Don Mariano Montebon who hailed from the town of Sogod, Cebu. The townsite was first located at Daan Lungsod which is just acroos the Adela River, north of the present Poblacion, Tuburan got its name from the prevalence of springs, which are the sources of potable water for household use of the early settlers. "Tuburan" it is averred, evolved from the Cebuano- Visayan dialect "Tubod" meaning spring.
Church in Tuburan |
Tuburan is the hometown of the revolutionary leader Arcadio Maxilom. The Arcadio Maxilom Memorial Library in the Tuburan Museum is named after him. Tuburan is a haven of Cebuano heritage and exciting natural sights. Founded in 1851, it rests in the northwestern coast of Cebu Province and dates back pre-Spanish times with natives already enjoying commerce with Asian traders. During Spanish period, it is one of Visayas’ highly-organized towns that enjoy the good life.
Tubod Festival in Tuburan, Cebu |
Because of the abundance of springs, Tuburan got its name after the Cebuano word tubod meaning “spring” which has been the main water source of early settlers. And through the years, Tuburan has been known for such crystal-clear springs, beaches, creeks, rivers, mysterious caves and natural splendours that enthrall adventure-seekers and nature-lovers. Among the scenic spots are the springs of Molobolo, Mantawihan, Little Baguio, the Marmol Cliff & Cave, Lantawan Lookout, and the Friendship, Daan Lungsod and Apalan white beaches.
White Beach in Tuburan, Cebu |
Marmol Cliff in Tuburan, Cebu |
Tubod Festival in Tuburan, Cebu |
Tuburan Terminal |
Tuburan Public Market |
Tuburan Beach |
Mountain Areas of Tuburan, Cebu |
Tuburan National High School |
The Local Government of Tuburan embarks on an economic development program that centers on industry, tourism and heritage. It is on its way towards strengthening linkages with and encouraging private and government groups and individuals to invest in this very promising town and its people.
Barangays
Tuburan is politically into 54 barangays.
●Alegria ●Amatugan ●Apalan ●Bagaswe ●Bakyawan ●Bangkito ●Bulwang ●Kabangkalan ●Kamansi ●Kan-an ●Kalunsing ●Kansi ●Antipolo ●Caridad | ●Carmelo ●Cogon ●Marmol ●Mangga ●Daan Lungsod ●Fortaliza ●Ga-ang ●Gimama-a ●Jagbuaya ●Kabkaban ●Kagba-o ●Kampoot ●Kaorasan | ●Libo ●Lusong ●Macupa ●Mag-alwa ●Mag-antoy ●Mag-atubang ●Maghan-ay ●Malobolo ●Montealegre ●Putat ●San Juan ●Sandayong ●Santo Niño | ●Siotes ●Sumon ●Tominjao ●Tomugpa ●1 ●2 ●3 ●4 ●5 ●6 ●7 ●8 |
wow. i'd like to see the mamol cliff. we just pass by here when we go to tabuelan. :)
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