The Bogo Times

It is regarded by many as a mystical islet and is considered as one of the major diving sites in Cebu province. Located ten kilometers southeast of mainland Bogo lies the breathtaking islet of Capitancillo which has become a relic of the rich history of the City of Bogo .  Capitancillo Islet, Bogo City, Cebu Legend has it that the islet was named after a Spanish captain of a trading vessel or Galleon during the early years of the Spanish era. His name is Capitan Basillo . The captain disrespected Datu Bugtopasan, one of the early Chieftains of Mactan, who was known to have magical powers. Capitan Basillo then sneakily left the island. Enraged, the Datu pursued Capitan Basillo's vessel by riding his enchanted white horse over the strong waves. He then cursed and put a spell on the Spanish captain and his vessel followed by roaring thunder and bolts of lightning. The galleon was stuck and then transformed to what is now known as the Islet of Capitancillo , named after the ...

Video transcript: CEBU , the premier province of the Philippines, invites you to visit and experience the sublime culture and its dream destinations. Kabanhawan Festival - Minglanilla Photo source:  Sugat Kabanhawan sa Minglanilla Welcome to the Sugat Capital of the South - Minglanilla . The town where people flock to meet the risen Lord. Bukilat Cave - Tudela, Camotes Find yourself in the lost horizon or the poet's haven called the Camotes Group of Islands . Lake Danao or the Lover's Lake, exquisite beaches and underground caves that cover most of the island.  The unspoiled, historic and Heritage City of the South , Carcar ,  breathes life to a city of dynamic people and cultured community.  Capitancillo Islet - Bogo City Renew your spiritual journey in Bogo , the Pilgrim City of the North . The captivating beauty and historic Capitancillo Islet . Experience the countryside feeling in Malabuyoc , wher...

Here is a fun video that I found on YouTube.com. A fun summer experience in Capitancillo . video source: bokingz

by Jose Antonio Fajardo The Bogo Tree (credits to cityofbogo.com ) The City of Bogo is named from a tree, Garuga floribunda, that flower into full bloom in the short summer of October. Bogo trees abound in the locality and have been part of the trading culture of the population before the turn of the 19th century. The people were highly engaged in fishing, agriculture and commerce and trading is done at the shade of the Bogo trees. The city is located in the northern part of Cebu Province and is approximately 100 kilometers away from Cebu City, where one can take a two-hour bus ride. San Vicente Ferrer Parish It is also accessible by sea from Masbate , Daanbantayan, and Bantayan Island. Its location, thriving agriculture and fishery industry and the presence of three wharves — Polambato (for ships and shipping vessels), Poblacion (pumpboats and fishing vessels) and Nailon (motorized pumpboats and bancas) — strengthen its bid to become the cent...