THE ENCHANTED EEL
Cagubatan, Tadian, Mountain Province
Cagubatan Spring Enchanted Eels, also Kagubatan, are located in Tadian, Mountain Province. The eels thriving in the Cagubatan spring are conceived to be sacred and thus could not be eaten, they are believed to maintain the continuous flow of water to irrigate the rice fields.
The story of the enchanted eel in Cagubatan, Tadian, Mountain Province is published in the books of Guinness.
The enchanted eels live in a water spring frequently visited by tourist. It is enchanted so people within the community never had the nerve to catch them for food.
The eels are selective as to whom they show themselves. Some tourists get disgusted for not being able see the eel. The eels when it is their pleasure to show off to tourists would come out and play around as tamed animals. The eels are still around and are living attractions of Cagubatan.
Tadian is home to several hidden waterfalls. These are dispersed on different barangays.
The most locally-known of these is Ub-ubanan falls, located in barangay Sumadel. The said barangay is a 30-minutes’ drive away from Poblacion. It is a three-layered falls, gently cascading on a sliding manner. It has naturally-built pools with icy-cold and crystal-clear waters. Take a dip on these pools and you will definitely feel rejuvenated. Another waterfall in Sumadel is Pey-asan Falls. It measures around 10 meters high and has a wide and very deep pool. It also offers an enlivening effect. The local communities protect these falls since they provide water for both their domestic and irrigation needs. To date, this is one of the most popular tourist spots in Tadian.
Ub-ubanan Falls.Pey-asan Falls/
In addition, the grand Poy-asan Twin Falls is nestled at barangay Bana-ao. It measures more than 100 meters high. Another similarly towering cascade is Kaliwliwan Falls, which is just some 30 minutes of hike from the locally-famed Gawaan Lake. It has three small pools located along the stretch of the multi-tier falls. Its waters are also cold and crystal-clear, providing relief after the arduous trek of getting here.
By the way, Gawaan lake is just one of the several lakes found within the municipality. It offers activities such as picnic, boating, and fishing. Among the marine species found here are clams, crabs, tilapia, and eels. It is located at barangay Bana-ao, a one-hour drive away from Poblacion. This is now one of the rising tourist spots in Tadian.
Gawaan Lake.Upper cascade of Kaliwliwan Falls.
What Else to See in Tadian?
Mt. Mog-ao, a distinct mountain, presents an opportunity for a thrilling mountaineering experience in the municipality. This is also the most popular tourist spot in Tadian. It is a small mountain, however, it soars majestically amidst the rolling plains of Tadian. While atop, one can catch a breathtaking view of the Sunny Side, central barangays, adjacent Bauko, including the municipalities of Cervantes and Quirino in Ilocos Sur province. The mighty Abra River can also be seen here. When at barangay Pandayan, Mt. Mog-ao is viewed as the “Sleeping Lady.”
Mt Mogao with Lake Gawaan on the foreground.
If you are looking for a mystical encounter in Tadian, then visiting the Enchanted Eels would be a fitting choice. These sacred creatures are located at barangays Cagubatan and Lenga. According to the locals, the eels have been in their dwelling places for more than a century. They only come out for viewing with the use of a whistle or bait. The locals take care of the eels since they are believed to be connected to the spirit world.
Bangcagan Healing Water is another destination in Tadian leased with mystery. It is located at barangay Kayan East, some 15-minutes’ drive away from Poblacion. The crystal-clear waters emanate from a spring. Locals claim that these waters can cleanse skin diseases. From the barangay proper, it only takes some 20 minutes of downhill hike to get here.
The Burial Caves of barangays Banaao and Am-am are also interesting sights to see especially if you are a historical and cultural lover. These burial caves portray how the I-Tadian buried their dead during the olden days. Certainly, you will be hearing a lot of myths, legends, and folklores surrounding these once you visit them.
Mount Clitoris (formerly Mount Mogao) rises serene and solemn above a peaceful Barangay Cagubatan in Tadian, Mountain Province, also home to enchanted eels.
Tadian is formerly known asKayan, is a municipality in the landlocked province of Mountain Province.
The municipality has a land area of 145.20 square kilometers or 56.06 square miles which constitutes 6.73% of Mountain Province's total area. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 19,389. This represented 12.54% of the total population of Mountain Province, or 1.13% of the overall population of the Cordillera Administrative Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 134 inhabitants per square kilometer or 346 inhabitants per square mile.
Tadian is politically subdivided into 19 barangays.
Balaoa
Banaao
Bantey
Batayan
Bunga
Cadad-anan
Cagubatan
Duagan
Dacudac
Kayan East
Kayan West
Lenga
Lubon (Lub-ong)
Mabalite
Masla
Pandayan
Poblacion
Sumadel
Tue
Location
The municipal center of Tadian is situated at approximately 16° 60' North, 120° 49' East, in the island of Luzon. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 1,325.6 meters or 4,348.1 feet above mean sea level.
Tadian is formerly known as Kayan, is a municipality in the landlocked province of Mountain Province.
The municipality has a land area of 145.20 square kilometers or 56.06 square miles which constitutes 6.73% of Mountain Province's total area. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 19,389. This represented 12.54% of the total population of Mountain Province, or 1.13% of the overall population of the Cordillera Administrative Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 134 inhabitants per square kilometer or 346 inhabitants per square mile.
Tadian is politically subdivided into 19 barangays.
Balaoa
Banaao
Bantey
Batayan
Bunga
Cadad-anan
Cagubatan
Duagan
Dacudac
Kayan East
Kayan West
Lenga
Lubon (Lub-ong)
Mabalite
Masla
Pandayan
Poblacion
Sumadel
Tue
Location
The municipal center of Tadian is situated at approximately 16° 60' North, 120° 49' East, in the island of Luzon. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 1,325.6 meters or 4,348.1 feet above mean sea level.
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Mount Clitoris (formerly Mount Mogao) rises serene and solemn above a peaceful Barangay Cagubatan in Tadian, Mountain Province, also home to enchanted eels.
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Behold the falls of Tadian, Mountain Province
Tadian is home to several hidden waterfalls. These are dispersed on different barangays.
The most locally-known of these is Ub-ubanan falls, located in barangay Sumadel. The said barangay is a 30-minutes’ drive away from Poblacion. It is a three-layered falls, gently cascading on a sliding manner. It has naturally-built pools with icy-cold and crystal-clear waters. Take a dip on these pools and you will definitely feel rejuvenated. Another waterfall in Sumadel is Pey-asan Falls. It measures around 10 meters high and has a wide and very deep pool. It also offers an enlivening effect. The local communities protect these falls since they provide water for both their domestic and irrigation needs. To date, this is one of the most popular tourist spots in Tadian.
Ub-ubanan Falls.Pey-asan Falls/
In addition, the grand Poy-asan Twin Falls is nestled at barangay Bana-ao. It measures more than 100 meters high. Another similarly towering cascade is Kaliwliwan Falls, which is just some 30 minutes of hike from the locally-famed Gawaan Lake. It has three small pools located along the stretch of the multi-tier falls. Its waters are also cold and crystal-clear, providing relief after the arduous trek of getting here.
By the way, Gawaan lake is just one of the several lakes found within the municipality. It offers activities such as picnic, boating, and fishing. Among the marine species found here are clams, crabs, tilapia, and eels. It is located at barangay Bana-ao, a one-hour drive away from Poblacion. This is now one of the rising tourist spots in Tadian.
Gawaan Lake.Upper cascade of Kaliwliwan Falls.
What Else to See in Tadian?
Mt. Mog-ao, a distinct mountain, presents an opportunity for a thrilling mountaineering experience in the municipality. This is also the most popular tourist spot in Tadian. It is a small mountain, however, it soars majestically amidst the rolling plains of Tadian. While atop, one can catch a breathtaking view of the Sunny Side, central barangays, adjacent Bauko, including the municipalities of Cervantes and Quirino in Ilocos Sur province. The mighty Abra River can also be seen here. When at barangay Pandayan, Mt. Mog-ao is viewed as the “Sleeping Lady.”
Mt Mogao with Lake Gawaan on the foreground.
If you are looking for a mystical encounter in Tadian, then visiting the Enchanted Eels would be a fitting choice. These sacred creatures are located at barangays Cagubatan and Lenga. According to the locals, the eels have been in their dwelling places for more than a century. They only come out for viewing with the use of a whistle or bait. The locals take care of the eels since they are believed to be connected to the spirit world.
Bangcagan Healing Water is another destination in Tadian leased with mystery. It is located at barangay Kayan East, some 15-minutes’ drive away from Poblacion. The crystal-clear waters emanate from a spring. Locals claim that these waters can cleanse skin diseases. From the barangay proper, it only takes some 20 minutes of downhill hike to get here.
The Burial Caves of barangays Banaao and Am-am are also interesting sights to see especially if you are a historical and cultural lover. These burial caves portray how the I-Tadian buried their dead during the olden days. Certainly, you will be hearing a lot of myths, legends, and folklores surrounding these once you visit them.
THE ENCHANTED EEL
Cagubatan, Tadian, Mountain Province
Cagubatan Spring Enchanted Eels, also Kagubatan, are located in Tadian, Mountain Province. The eels thriving in the Cagubatan spring are conceived to be sacred and thus could not be eaten, they are believed to maintain the continuous flow of water to irrigate the rice fields.
The story of the enchanted eel in Cagubatan, Tadian, Mountain Province is published in the books of Guinness.
The enchanted eels live in a water spring frequently visited by tourist. It is enchanted so people within the community never had the nerve to catch them for food.
The eels are selective as to whom they show themselves. Some tourists get disgusted for not being able see the eel. The eels when it is their pleasure to show off to tourists would come out and play around as tamed animals. The eels are still around and are living attractions of Cagubatan.
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