47-571: Lianga , officially the Municipality of Lianga ( Surigaonon : Lungsod nan Lianga ; Tagalog : Bayan ng Lianga ), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur , Philippines . According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 33,869 people. A couple of centuries ago, along the bountiful bay facing the bluish sea of the Pacific Ocean , was a place like those in fairy tales. The white beaches were traversed by two rivers, one in
94-463: A century ago, the territorial land area of Lianga was vast, considering the fact that the present municipalities of San Agustin, Marihatag and Barobo were once a part of Lianga. The births of these three municipalities were the results of political subdivisions authored by the political leaders of the undivided Surigao . San Agustin , formerly called Oteiza, was the first daughter municipality of Lianga created under Executive Order No. 445 in 1951, during
141-485: A large number of professionals who hail from Cantilan. In more recent times, the logging and timber industry has had an impact in Cantilan, both logging and veneer manufacturing plant operating in this town. It has also a potential for mining, although no large-scale operations have as yet been undertaken. Cantilan is the second northernmost municipality of CarCanMadCarLan and so also the second northernmost municipality of
188-545: A relatively short time. The main American contribution to Filipino life was the restructuring of governmental administration and the public schools. (Some early teachers were Mr. Bonnie, Mr. & Mrs. Edward Taylor, and Mr. William Hotchkiss). During World War II, Cantilangnons were very active as guerillas fighting against the Japanese, who established a garrison in Cantilan from June 1942 to 1944. The Japanese were headquartered in
235-518: A separate language or alternatively as a southern variety of Surigaonon. There are about 100,000 speakers. Surigaonon (also called Jaun-Jaun, Waya-Waya) itself on the other hand is the northern ( Surigao del Norte ) variety, with about 400,000 speakers. Surigaonon speakers are distributed throughout Surigao del Norte , northern Surigao del Sur , and northern Agusan del Norte . Surigaonon and Tandaganon speakers can understand each other well, even if they use their own languages in conversation (similar to
282-464: A settlement for more than three centuries as early as 1622. According to legend, the word Cantilan originated from the big shell of a bivalve locally called, " Tilang ". A couple with beautiful daughters lived close to the location of the big shell. When suitors came to visit the daughters and were asked their destination, they would answer, “ Can Tilang ” (meaning “to Tilang’s"). Eventually, " Can Tilang " became " Cantilan ". According to sources, it
329-406: A trophy awaits to the winner of the street dancing competition and the final showdown ( 2009 Sirong Festival Champion (SURIGAO CITY, SDN Contingent) ). Pedicabs roam around the streets of Cantilan. Buses ("Bachelor Express"), Vans and Jeepneys ply from Cantilan to Tandag and Surigao City v.v. on the coast-road of Surigao- Tandag . Roads are semi-concrete. Inter-island vessels like 2Go ply
376-419: Is a big challenge continuing the year level of the student. If student would like to move to high school or college is not possible. Surigaonon language Surigaonon is an Austronesian language spoken by Surigaonon people . As a regional Philippine language , it is spoken in the province of Surigao del Norte , Dinagat Islands , Surigao del Sur , and some portions of Agusan del Norte , especially
423-498: Is called Cantelangnon, a variant of the Surigaonon language . Poverty incidence of Cantilan Source: Philippine Statistics Authority The main part is agriculture (rice, coconut palms), animal breeding ( water buffalos , pigs and chickens / roosters ) and coastal fishing. Points of interest: The Sirong Festival is a mardi-gras parade participated by different contingents from other towns. A cash price and
470-517: Is centrally located in the province of Surigao del Sur . It is situated along the Lianga Bay facing the Pacific Ocean and cradled by its shorelines and the Diwata Mountains. Its latitude is 30 and longitude is within 12635 and is bounded on the north by the Municipality of San Agustin , on the south by the Municipality of Barobo , on the west by the province of Agusan del Sur and the east lies
517-644: Is from the kamayo language means "our very own". Celebrated every January. There are several Lumad community schools built by Lumads tribes themselves. These Lumad schools have been in the vanguard in fighting for the ancestral lands and the rights of the Lumad. The Department of Education (Deped) recognized the Lumad community schools and the ALCADEV system through the Indigenous framework of education now observed by alternative tribal schools nationwide. The policy framework
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#1732858454639564-521: The Manobos , who were ruled by a chieftain ( datu ). Their clothes were made of woven abaca fiber and adorned with multi-colored beads. Land and water resources were abundant; hence, they loved to hunt in the forest, gather shells along the shores, and fish in the rivers. There was peace and harmony among the early inhabitants. They were happy and content. Later, however, as their tribes increased, their descendants thought of moving to surrounding areas, so there
611-445: The Municipality of Barobo , as the seat of the municipal government. The creation of the Municipality of Barobo was made through Executive Order no. 407 and 2786 on October 24, 1960. Of the three municipalities created from the municipality of Lianga, Marihatag has the largest land area. It is sad to note that among these four municipalities formerly referred to as the "BLOM" Area (for Barobo , Lianga, Oteiza , and Marihatag ) Lianga,
658-539: The Municipality of Cantilan ( Surigaonon : Lungsod nan Cantilan ; Tagalog : Bayan ng Cantilan ), is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur , Philippines . According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 34,060 people. Cantilan is considered the "Cradle of Towns" in Surigao del Sur. It originally encompassed the whole area of Carcanmadcarlan or the present towns of Carrascal , Cantilan, Madrid , Carmen and Lanuza . Cantilan existed as
705-592: The Pacific Ocean . It is 90.0 kilometers to the south of Tandag City , the capital of the province, 237 kilometers from Davao City , 121 kilometers from Butuan and 16 kilometers from Prosperidad , the capital town of Agusan del Sur (via Lianga–Los Arcos Road). In the history of Caraga Region , Lianga was part of the encomienda way back in 1655 under the command of Sergeant Martin Sanchez dela Cuesta. This encomienda covered Palaso ( Cantilan ). Tandag as its capital, Tago , Marihatag and Lianga. From 1904 to 1936,
752-615: The Americans in Leyte. Years rolled along after full Independence was granted to the Philippines in 1946. Cantilan became part of the new province of Surigao del Sur in 1960. It had also taken and fixed its present boundaries at that time, with the creation of Madrid as a new municipality. Cantilan remains primarily a rural, agricultural and fishing municipality, but its residents are well known for their high standing standard of education obtained by
799-539: The Most Outstanding Literacy Program of Caraga region and in the Philippines for several years. This award is given by the Department of Education – Literacy Coordinating Council. Controversy There are allegations that both schools are not recognized by the Department of Education thus their curriculum are not accredited. In effect, students who would like to transfer to other DepEd recognized school
846-517: The Spanish words which were added to the local language. The Jesuit fathers constructed a church in Cantilan in the 1890s – part of the walls still stands near the new church constructed in 1959. During the Spanish time, local people were frequently attacked by Muslims and so a fort was built at Daan Lungsod which aided in repelling five attacks, ending once and for all these raids. Other problems were diseases (especially smallpox and other epidemics) were on
893-423: The chirping of birds, the humming of bees, and other wood-land insects intermingling with the sound of roaring waves, could be heard from a distance. This truly translates to the feeling of being born free in nature. The place was breathtaking to behold. Indeed, it was paradise where nature remained undisturbed. Then men settled along the cove near the river in the south. It was said that these early inhabitants were
940-486: The current was swift; it always took them such time to reach the other side of the river, and they often say to themselves, "Langan pagtabok" or "Malangan kita" (It delays to cross or we will be delayed). One day, as the old folks claimed, a foreigner passed by the place. After having crossed the river, he asked the people the name of the place. Thinking that the stranger was asking what they were doing, they answered, "Langan pagtabok". The foreigner heard "Langan" and thought it
987-411: The first time, Antonio Pigafetta, the chronicler of Magellan's epic voyage around the world, called this region Calagam or Calagan . Calagan was among the three choices for Ferdinand Magellan to dock for provisions and trade. "Magellan was anxious to resume his voyage and inquired which were the best ports for provisions and trade, wishing to turn of his many articles of barter into gold and spices. He
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#17328584546391034-437: The head of the town was called President , per record obtained, the first elected president of Lianga was Cornelio Layno, whose two-year term covered the period from 1904 to 1906. The first elected mayor was Otilio Navarro, who served from 1937 to 1940. From then on, there were seven elected mayors of Lianga from 1941 up to the present. Within these periods, two became mayors by succession, another two by appointment. Almost half
1081-542: The mother municipality has the smallest land area with only 15,000 hectares. Significant development in Lianga has been noted since 1960 with the creation of Surigao del Sur as a province (Republic Act 2786). It was more evident in the 1970s to 1980s when the coastal barangay of Diatagon [Jiatagon] became the hub of socio–economic activities with the Lianga Bay Logging Company Incorporated [LBLCI] which
1128-485: The municipality poses great challenges to its leader and people. Its economy remains predominantly agricultural. It is gifted by its geographic location but is not adequately blessed by nature with substantial endowment necessary to propel itself into a developing economy. The major crop is coconut , covering an area of 4,236 hectares. Rice ranks second with an area of 1,890 hectares. Other crops are corn , banana, and abaca. The Poblacion and Barangay Diatagon [Jiatagon] are
1175-570: The mutual intelligibility between the Boholano dialect and the general Cebuano dialect ). Together, Surigaonon and Tandaganon are spoken in Surigao del Norte and most parts of Surigao del Sur , except in the City of Bislig , municipalities of Barobo , Hinatuan , Lingig , and Tagbina . In the non-Surigaonon-speaking areas of Surigao, most of the inhabitants are descended from Cebuano -speaking migrants, and
1222-404: The other side of Cantilan River, but after the storm, it was decided to rebuild the town on its present site. Before the storm, residents often crossed the river to buy fish from a woman named Tilang. When asked where they were going, they replied, "Adto Kan Tilang"; and the place gradually became known as Kantilang (Cantilan to Spanish). After the storm, the new town was built in this area, across
1269-402: The present day Municipal Hall and formations were often held at the plaza. The people were afraid and forced to flee to the mountains or to the outlying island to avoid the Japanese. In some barrios, like Barangay General Island, the population increased on account of the mass evacuation. Peacetime at last came when the Japanese finally withdraw their troops from Cantilan because of the invasion of
1316-402: The presidency of Elpidio Quirino . The governor of Surigao that time was Vicente L. Pimentel. Four years later, the Municipality of Marihatag was created under Republic Act No. 1261 on June 10, 1955. As the population of Lianga increased, it was not spared from further political subdivision. The electorate in the southern barrios of Lianga moved for the creation of another municipality, called
1363-526: The province. The neighbouring municipalities are Carrascal in the north-west and Madrid in the south-east. Cantilan is politically subdivided into 17 barangays . Each barangay consists of puroks while some have sitios . Buntalid and Magasang were constituted as barrios in 1956. Cantilan has a tropical rainforest climate (Af) with heavy to very heavy rainfall year-round and with extremely heavy rainfall from December to February. The inhabitants of Cantilan are called Cantilangnons. Its unique dialect
1410-552: The region for years. Surigaonon is very closely related to the Tausug language of Sulu and the Butuanon language of Butuan . Tandaganon (also called Tinandag, Naturalis, Tagon-on) is a closely related variety spoken in Tandag and central Surigao del Sur municipalities of San Miguel , Tago , Bayabas , Cagwait , Marihatag , San Agustin , and most of Lianga . It can be classified as
1457-415: The rest are natives who speak Kamayo , a Mansakan language. According to Dumanig (2015), Surigaonon has a similar phonological inventory as its sister Bisayan languages , Cebuano and Boholano . Below is the vowel system of Surigaonon. Below is a chart of Surigaonon consonants. Note: [j] is spelled y , [d͡ʒ] is spelled j and [ŋ] is spelled ng . Cantilan Cantilan , officially
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1504-403: The rise added with disasters like a typhoon. In 1856, Daan Lungsod was destroyed by a disastrous typhoon on the night of October 14. Beginning at midnight and continuing through the entire next day. A typhoon and series of storm surges rolled over the town sweeping away all but one house and killing 30 people as well as destroying crops and livestock. The ruins of Daan Lungsod can still be seen on
1551-418: The river and was named Kantilang or Cantilan. Throughout the period, Cantilan remained primarily a fishing and agricultural settlement, as it is today. The area was larger at that time because it comprised the present municipalities of Cantilan, Carrascal, Madrid, Carmen and Lanuza (CarCanMadCarLan) The first Americans set foot in Surigao in 1904 and were met some active resistance. But fighting died out after
1598-492: The river in the modern Cantilan. Caraga is obviously named after the old, historic Caraga, an extensive landmass covering several provinces, in the northeastern seaboard of Mindanao whose existence outdated the arrival of the Spaniards in this country. The people of the old Calagan were originally from Ilihan (now Panikian), Calagan (now Calagda-an), Parasao (now Palasao) and Bayuyo (now Union, Manga and San Antonio). 1521 – For
1645-414: The satellite municipalities of San Agustin , Marihatag , and Barobo . Lianga is a relatively urbanized area where 13,830 or 55.30% of the total population live in the three urban centers of Barangays Poblacion, Saint Christine, and Diatagon [Jiatagon] and 11,175 or 44.70% lives in the remaining rural barangay with a municipal population density equivalent to 98.70% person/km. The economic situation in
1692-407: The sea coast. The Spanish arrived and established a settlement at "Daan Lungsod" (Old Town) in the early 1700s and (Cantilan was separated from Tandag in 1791). The Spanish introduced Christianity and a governmental administration headed by a priest. Compulsory taxation was later featured from Spanish rule. Other legacies of the Spanish time were the Spanish name given to the local inhabitants and
1739-478: The south and the other in the north. A little distance from the shoreline, the landscape started to rise until it reached its peak in the west, which is one of the ranges of the enchanted Mount Diwata. The place was thickly forested, blanketed with big trees, varieties of wild flowers, aerial plants, and vines. On the ground, wild animals of different species roam around the area. White, colorful birds and other winged creatures flit from tree to tree. Nature's music, like
1786-493: The towns near Lake Mainit , Agusan del Sur and Davao Oriental . Surigaonon refers to the people and the language of the people of Surigao del Sur and del Norte. It is composed of ethnic languages of Surigao the mix version of Surigao's ethnic language and Cebuano. It has been heavily influenced by Cebuano due to the influx of many Cebuanos in the region. However, most Cebuano speakers can hardly understand Surigaonon speakers, except for Cebuanos who have been living in
1833-484: The trading centers with most of the commodities coming from Davao , Butuan , and Surigao . The poor road condition limits the economic activities in the area. Lianga is politically subdivided into 13 barangays . Each barangay consists of puroks , while some have sitios . Lianga has a tropical rainforest climate (Af) with heavy to very heavy rainfall year-round. Poverty incidence of Lianga Source: Philippine Statistics Authority Inatu Festival – "Inatu"
1880-400: Was a rich source of income. The town of Lianga, too that time started to gain a breakthrough not only in the infrastructure projects such as roads and government buildings but also in income derived from taxes especially from forest products used by the wood processing plant of LBLCI. Barangay Saint Christine has become the minor urban center and Lianga was classified as the influence center of
1927-411: Was also part of the Cantilan area that time. Prior to the Spanish regime, inhabitants of Cantilan were Bagani Bankayan Sandigan people, who descended from Malay immigrants. At times the early settlers were forced to join and fight marauding bands who came for slaves and plundered. In the process, they built stone walls and a watchtower as can be shown on some ruins of these structures which still exist on
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1974-518: Was appointed to rule the district of Surigao and Parasao (Cantilan), an encomienda. the Northeastern portion of Mindanao to be raised to the status of a province. This "distrito" was called "Provincia de Caraga" with Tandag as the capital. Cantilan has existed as a settlement for more than three centuries on the two barrios of Bayoyo and Kalagda-an which was then included in the Spanish administration of Tandag as early as 1709. The settlement of Ilihan
2021-473: Was created by virtue of the Spanish Royal Decree of 1768 known as Maura Law. Another source states however, that Fr. Valerio de San Agustin implemented it in 1782 at " Daan Lungsod, " the old town in the coastal area. It was populated with people from Bayuyo, Ilihan and Calagdan. They constructed a fortification, a "Kuta", (Fort) made of limestone later named as Baluarte de Señor San Miguel, located across
2068-414: Was rivalry as to who would own which pieces of land. Whenever disputes over land ownership and quarrels among themselves occurred, they were settled in a duel alongside the river in the north. Whoever won was proclaimed a "Daugan" or "Mananaog" by the chieftain (datu). The place became popular; hence, the river was named Pananag-an. People going to the other side of the river have to wade across it slowly as
2115-452: Was signed in 2012 by then-Secretary Armin Luistro . 2015 Lianga Massacre On September 1, 2015, executive director of ALCADEV was killed right inside the school premises while two other Lumad leaders, Dionel Campos, and Datu Bello Sinzo were killed in front of the community by the paramilitary group Magahat-Bagani. National Literacy Awards These Lumad schools in Lianga have been awarded
2162-579: Was the name of the place, then people started calling the whole settlement "Langan". Later, with the influence of the Spanish "Li" alphabet, Langan was pronounced "Liangan". As generations passed, the final "N" in Llangan was dropped, and the "Ll" sound was changed to "Li", hence saying that is how Lianga got its name. Lianga is one of the oldest towns of the province of Surigao del Sur by virtue of Executive Order No. 27 on October 17, 1919. The municipality of Lianga
2209-551: Was told that there were three – Ceylon (Leyte), Zzubu (Cebu) and Calagan, but that Zzubu was the largest and had the most traffic." March 31, 1521 – The celebrated " Primera Misa ", an Easter Sunday Mass, was held in the Philippine Territory on the order of Ferdinand Magellan. Two of its prominent attendees were the Butuan brother kings: Rajah Kolambu of Butuan and Rajah Siagu of Calagan. January 25, 1571 – Garcia Sierras Chacon
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