History abounds in the province of Albay as the people have kept alive the heritage of their ancestors.  The Camalig Catholic Church, as well as the relics and artifacts from pre-Spanish times housed within, display the unique historical riches of the province.  

The Camalig Catholic Church is a missionary church built out of volcanic rocks.  Today, relics from Hoyop-hoyopan caves are carefully stored and displayed for viewing.  These relics excavated from the cave reflect historical origins.  They manifest the early Malaysian influence through the burial jars excavated.  Glazed ceramics reveal Chinese influx while the primitive potteries are derived from the flourishing Philippine culture 2, 000 years ago.

How to get there

Take the bus, train or the plane from Manila going to the province of Albay.

By Air

Albay can be reached by plane through the Legazpi Airport. It is served by Philippine Airlines, Air Philippines and Cebu Pacific flying daily to Legazpi from Manila or vice versa. The approach to Legazpi Airport commands a bird's eye view of the majestic Mayon Volcano-Albay's pride. Take the seat nearest the window on the forward section of the aircraft; the wings can get in the way of your view.

By Land

Several buses leave Manila daily to Legazpi like Cagsawa Travel and Tours, Inc., Philtranco, Peñafrancia, Amihan (AM) Travel and Tours, Isarog, St. Jude Transit and Goldline Tours, Inc. The terminals are located at the Araneta Center in Cubao and in Ermita, Manila near the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Travel during the day is cool. The lush green scenery is magnificent. Drop by the clean rest areas at the forest reserves of Atimonan in Quezon Province or at the Bicol National Park. The trip is as good as the destination itself.

The town is accessible by any vehicle from Legazpi city. For public transportation you can ride a jeepney that bounds to the town of Camalig.

Getting around

Buses and jeepneys are generally the main mode of transportation in getting around Albay’s destinations. Pedicabs and tricycles are also available for short distance travels. Taxis and rent-a-cars are also available.

Accommodations

Accommodations near the town of Camalig which can be found in the town of Daraga and in the city of Legazpi and Tabaco.

•    Neuhaus Inn - Magayon Drive, Daraga, Legazpi - Albay, Bicol
•    Avia Inn - Brgy. Banag, Daraga - Albay
•    Balay De La Rama Hotel - 1542 Banag, Daraga, Daraga - Albay
•    Villa Amada Hotel - Rizal Street Sagpon, Daraga – Albay
•    HCG Residence Mansion - Formerly : Residence Mansion - Ziga Avenue, Tabaco City, Tabaco City – Albay
•    Legazpi Airport Hotel - Brgy. 40, Cruzada, Legazpi - Albay, Bicol
•    Shell Inn - Purok 7, Arimbay, Legazpi - Albay
•    Carlo's Hometel Bed and Breakfast - 719 , Legazpi - Albay, Bicol
•    Legazpi Tourist Inn - 3rd Floor V and O Building Quezon Avenue corner Lapu-Lapu Street, Legazpi - Albay