Compostela Valley
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Compostela Valley is a province
of the Philippines
located in the Davao Region
in Mindanao
. The province, called Comval for short, used to be part of Davao del Norte
until it was made independent in 1998. It is the third newest province of the Philippines, behind Dinagat Islands and Zamboanga Sibugay
. Its capital is Nabunturan. The province borders Davao del Norte to the west, Agusan del Sur
to the north, and Davao Oriental
to the east. To the southwest lies the Davao Gulf
. Its first elected governor was lawyer Jose Caballero who used to be a lawyer for the mining group in the province.
Arnold Bajo, is the most successful defender of the poor minorities, especially the Mandaya. He died in the battle while defending the poor. According to the legend, 40 days after his death, somebody reported that his spirit come from his body and infused in the statue of Ara-araba, their god of harvest. From then on, people worship him as god in the Mandaya tribe, which he refused as he confessed as follower of Rizal
, the original defender of poor.
called kinatsila, a term derived from the Kingdom of Castile
in Spain
. Tourists who have been there even called the province as the "Lost Spain" because a substantial minority look Spanish as they are Mestizo
s. During the Spanish occupation many Spanish settled in the area and established communities which eventually become large towns.
No. 8470, enacted on January 31, 1998 and ratified on March 7 of the same year by Terisita Zamora
-celebrated together with the Araw ng Monkayo (in the municipality of Monkayo) every 4th day of September
-celebrated every 3rd week of December, Simballay Festival showcases different cultures in the capital municipality Nabunturan
-showcases the culture of Compostela Valley. This event is celebrated from March 1 to 8 which is also the founding anniversary of the province.
-celebrated every June 19 to 23, culminating on the 23rd - the Founding day of the Municipality of Compostela
-celebrated every December showcasing lighted booths and barangay corners within the Poblacion of the Municipality of Montevista.
-celebrated every founding anniversary of the Municipality of Maco as well as the Mother of Perpetual Help Fiesta Celebration every 4th week of June
-celebrated every founding anniversary of the Municipality of Maragusan every 25th day of November. It showcases the thanksgiving for the abundant harvest of the people of the municipality. Highlights the "Indak-indak sa Kadalanan", a street dancing competition.
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Philippines
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located in the Davao Region
Davao Region
Davao Region / Southern Mindanao, designated as Region XI, is one of the regions of the Philippines, located on the southeastern portion of Mindanao. Davao Region consists of four provinces, namely: Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, and Davao del Sur. The region encloses the Davao...
in Mindanao
Mindanao
Mindanao is the second largest and easternmost island in the Philippines. It is also the name of one of the three island groups in the country, which consists of the island of Mindanao and smaller surrounding islands. The other two are Luzon and the Visayas. The island of Mindanao is called The...
. The province, called Comval for short, used to be part of Davao del Norte
Davao del Norte
Davao del Norte , and once known simply as Davao, is a province of the Philippines located in the Davao Region in Mindanao. Its capital is Tagum City. It borders the province of Agusan del Sur to the north, Bukidnon to the west, Compostela Valley to the east, and the city of Davao to the south...
until it was made independent in 1998. It is the third newest province of the Philippines, behind Dinagat Islands and Zamboanga Sibugay
Zamboanga Sibugay
Zamboanga Sibugay is a province of the Philippines located in the Zamboanga Peninsula region in Mindanao. Its capital is Ipil and it borders Zamboanga del Norte to the north, Zamboanga del Sur to the east and Zamboanga City to the southwest. To the south lies Sibuguey Bay in the Moro Gulf...
. Its capital is Nabunturan. The province borders Davao del Norte to the west, Agusan del Sur
Agusan del Sur
Agusan del Sur is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the Caraga region in Mindanao. Its capital is Prosperidad and borders, from the north clockwise, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Bukidnon, and Misamis...
to the north, and Davao Oriental
Davao Oriental
Davao Oriental is a province of the Philippines located in the Davao Region in Mindanao. Its capital is Mati and borders Compostela Valley to the west, and Agusan del Sur and Surigao del Sur to the north. Davao Oriental is the easternmost province of the country with Pusan Point as the easternmost...
to the east. To the southwest lies the Davao Gulf
Davao Gulf
Davao Gulf is a gulf found in Mindanao in the Philippines. It has an area of 308,000 hectares. Davao Gulf cuts into the island of Mindanao from Celebes Sea. It is surrounded by all four provinces in the Davao Region. The largest island in the gulf is Samal Island. Davao City, on the gulf's west...
. Its first elected governor was lawyer Jose Caballero who used to be a lawyer for the mining group in the province.
People and culture
Majority of the inhabitants are migrants from Cebu, Samar, Bohol and other Visayan provinces. The cultural minorities in the province include the Mansaka, Mandaya, Dibabawons, Mangguangans and Aeta groups such as the Talaingod, Langilan, and Matigsalug.Arnold Bajo, is the most successful defender of the poor minorities, especially the Mandaya. He died in the battle while defending the poor. According to the legend, 40 days after his death, somebody reported that his spirit come from his body and infused in the statue of Ara-araba, their god of harvest. From then on, people worship him as god in the Mandaya tribe, which he refused as he confessed as follower of Rizal
Rizal
Rizal is a province located in the CALABARZON , just 16 kilometers east of Manila. The province was named after the country's national hero, José Rizal. Rizal Governor Casimiro A. Ynares III on June 17, 2008 announced the transfer of the Capitol from Pasig. Its P 270-million capitol building,...
, the original defender of poor.
Economy
The main source of livelihood of this province are agricultural products such as rice, coconut, cacao, coffee, papaya, mango, pineapple, durian and banana. It has been projected that by 2030 the province will be one of the richest provinces in the country because of its rich natural resources and hardworking people. Some residents have fishponds and culture their own fish like tilapia, milkfish and a lot more. The province is also rich with gold ore.Language
Many people speak Spanish-based creoleSpanish-based Creole languages
-Chavacano:Chavacano is a Spanish-based Creole language and the name of the Six Dialects of Spanish evolved words turned into a Creole language spoken in the Philippines...
called kinatsila, a term derived from the Kingdom of Castile
Kingdom of Castile
Kingdom of Castile was one of the medieval kingdoms of the Iberian Peninsula. It emerged as a political autonomous entity in the 9th century. It was called County of Castile and was held in vassalage from the Kingdom of León. Its name comes from the host of castles constructed in the region...
in Spain
Spain
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. Tourists who have been there even called the province as the "Lost Spain" because a substantial minority look Spanish as they are Mestizo
Mestizo
Mestizo is a term traditionally used in Latin America, Philippines and Spain for people of mixed European and Native American heritage or descent...
s. During the Spanish occupation many Spanish settled in the area and established communities which eventually become large towns.
Municipalities
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Tourist attractions
- Maragusan: Aguacan Inland Resort, Tagbibinta Falls,Mt. Candalaga Peak, Haven's Peak, Kanlawig Hot Spring Sky Garden Restaurant and Fitness Gym
- New Bataan: Manurigao Falls, White Peak, Andap Inland Resort
- Maco : Mainit Sulfuric Hotspring, Lake Leonard, New Leyte
- Nabunturan,San Vicente Caves, Toyuzu Inland Resort
- Pantukan: Welborn's Beach, Magnaga Waters, Sea World Oasis
- Mabini: Manaklay Beach Park and Resort, Pindasan, Mabini
- Mabini: Beach View Resort, Pindasan, Mabini
- Mabini: Bern Berioso Beach Resort I, Pindasan, Mabini
- Mabini: Bern Berioso Beach Resort II, Pindasan , Mabini
- Monkayo: Kumbilan Cave,Octagon Park, Mt.Diwata Mining,Monkayo Arena
- Monkayo: Mt. Diwata's Peak,Agusan River,Baylo Falls
History
The province was created by virtue of Republic ActRepublic Acts of the Philippines
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No. 8470, enacted on January 31, 1998 and ratified on March 7 of the same year by Terisita Zamora
Festivities
- Kariyawan Festival
-celebrated together with the Araw ng Monkayo (in the municipality of Monkayo) every 4th day of September
- Simballay Festival
-celebrated every 3rd week of December, Simballay Festival showcases different cultures in the capital municipality Nabunturan
- AniBina Bulawanon Festival
-showcases the culture of Compostela Valley. This event is celebrated from March 1 to 8 which is also the founding anniversary of the province.
- Buganihan Festival
-celebrated every June 19 to 23, culminating on the 23rd - the Founding day of the Municipality of Compostela
- Diwanag Festival
-celebrated every December showcasing lighted booths and barangay corners within the Poblacion of the Municipality of Montevista.
- Kaimunan Festival
-celebrated every founding anniversary of the Municipality of Maco as well as the Mother of Perpetual Help Fiesta Celebration every 4th week of June
- Pyagsawitan Festival
-celebrated every founding anniversary of the Municipality of Maragusan every 25th day of November. It showcases the thanksgiving for the abundant harvest of the people of the municipality. Highlights the "Indak-indak sa Kadalanan", a street dancing competition.
Events
- Joint Oathtaking Ceremony of Provincial elected Officials, June 30, 2007 at 4:00pm at the Provincial Capitol grounds, Cabidianan, Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province. Theme: "Compostela Valley... a new era of unity and good governance."