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Pagsanjan Falls, also known as Cavinti Falls (local name: Magdapio Falls), is one of the most famous waterfalls in the Philippines. Located in the province of Laguna, the falls is one of the major tourist attractions of the region.
History. The park was first established in 1904 through Executive Order No. 33 signed by Civil Governor Luke Edward Wright. The Caliraya Falls Reserve covered 5,892.22 hectares (22.7500 sq mi) and was initially set aside for the development of water power from the falls of the Caliraya River. [1]
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One of the Cavinti waterfalls Pagsanjan Falls is a three-tiered waterfall located in Cavinti, Laguna, hence the other name Cavinti Falls. It is one of the most popular waterfalls in the Philippines and one of the major tourist attractions in the province of Laguna. The waterfall can be reached by navigating the river using a dugout originating from...
Airport closest to Pagsanjan Falls
Ninoy Aquino Airport(IATA: MLA) is the airport closest to Pagsanjan Falls. It is located a little over 100 kilometers away from the waterfalls and about a three-hour car ride from Pueblo El Salvador Cavinti Nature’s Park.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol is notallowed at this attraction.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit this attraction to avoid crowds is early in the morning usually before 10:00 AM.
The following are recommended items for this experience: 1. Hat 2. Sunglasses 3. Sweat Rag 4. Sunscreen 5. Camera 6. Umbrella 7. Backpack 8. Snacks 9. Water
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The following are other points of interest nearby: 1. Talahib Falls 2. Pagsanjan Gorge Tourist Zone 3. Pueblo El Salvador Eco-Park and Picnic Grove 4. Naculo Falls 5. Bumbungan Eco-park
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Pagsanjan was originally a barrio of Lumban. In 1668, eight Japanese and Chinese traders, who were highly impressed by the strategic location of the barrio at the juncture of Balanac and Bumbungan, rivers founded the town. They established a trading settlement and engaged in the betel nut industry.
Dec 23, 2019 · Pagsanjan Falls locally known as Cavinti Falls or Magdapio Falls (indigenous name) is a three-dropped waterfall that grew as one of the main attractions in the region since the Spanish Colonial times.
Pagsanjan Falls is a renowned Laguna tourist destination and one of the country's most iconic waterfalls. Magdapio Falls was the original name. Pagsanjan Falls is a large and strong waterfall that stands over 300 feet tall (9.44 meters). It has three levels and a large water basin.
According to history, the Pagsanjan Falls is rich in legendary lore. Long, long ago, recounts one legend, there were no falls. There were only the foliaged highlands, the twin rivers, called Bumbungan and Balanac, and the alluvial delta (where the town of Pagsanjan now nestles).
