This southern town got its name from a plant called, "badyang", which was once abundant in the area. However, the Spaniards found it difficult to pronounce the name so eventually the "g" was dropped and the "y" was changed to "i" and the town came to be known as Badian, a generally mountainous and hilly area where locals and tourists go around in jeepneys and tricycles.
Badian was separated as a parish from Barili in 1825 under the advocacy of Santiago de Apostle. Its church is unique compared to the others in the island province with its squat and unusual porticoes facade with four quadrilateral columns supporting a triangular pediment. Simple floral bas relief's decorate these and four jar shaped finials are found at each corner.
The original belfry, now built at its side, used to sit atop the pediment but was taken down in 1990 upon the advice of NHI to ease pressure on the two free columns. The church still has its original and beautiful wooden retablo.
Badian is a third-class municipality that lies in the southwestern part of Cebu and has a population of 37, 912 people, according to the 2015 census. It is bounded by Moalboal on the north, Alegria on the south, Tanon Strait on the west, and Dalaguete and Argao on the east. The municipality has 29 barangays, and the main barangay is Poblacion which is found on the center most part of Badian town. Poblacion is the most populous barangay and the only urban area in Badian.
If you're not from Cebu Philippines you cant take a plane from your airport to reach Mactan Cebu International Airport in Cebu, Philippines. If you're Cebu based you can skip this step.
From Mactan Cebu International Airport or if you're just from cebu, you can take a taxi to Cebu South Bus Terminal.
Once you arrive at the Cebu South Bus Terminal look for Ceres Bus Liner via Barili, you can also take Librando Trans.
Kawasan has many waterfalls. The first one is the largest of the three, and is usually the most crowded. An uphill climb for fifteen minutes will take you to the second falls, and another, and another. Its a good idea to bring in your own food, the resort’s restaurants are not cheap and prices are not marked. We ran into problems with the prices getting higher as the day went on. Cottages (1,500 to 2,500 php) and tables (500php) are also available for rent, the rooms are for overnight stay. You can rent a raft (300 php) to take you around the “pool” or for a refreshing “shower massage” under the falling water. Life vests are also available for rent. The pathway back is very dark once the sun sets so its best to bring a flashlight. You should be extra careful in going down the slope especially the one descending from the second or third falls to avoid mishaps or accidents. Kawasan Falls is a great get-away destination in the southern part of Cebu for family’s and gatherings. Here are some photos of kawasan Waterfalls Cebu Philippines.
A walk on a sunny beach is also an ideal thing to do when you are in the town. Lambug Beach is the best place to hang-out and watch the sunset, the place is open to public. Few small tents for rent are available in the area for your shelter. You can also bring some of your outdoor equips and enjoy the place at no extra cost. The place is situated at Barangay Lambug, a walk away from Cebu International Golf and Resort. Enjoy a day of snorkeling and lazing at the beach.
Exploration, traveling, and traversing canyons involve an extreme sport called canyoneering. In canyoneering, participants use various techniques that include several other outdoor activities such as hiking, scrambling, swimming, climbing, rapelling, and jumping. In many cases, ropework, technical skills and specialized gears are required to successfully traverse a canyon.
Exploration, traveling, and traversing canyons involve an extreme sport called canyoneering. In canyoneering, participants use various techniques that include several other outdoor activities such as hiking, scrambling, swimming, climbing, rapelling, and jumping. In many cases, ropework, technical skills and specialized gears are required to successfully traverse a canyon.
The course sits about a five minute ride away from the national highway and extends an area of about 8 hectares right down to lambug beach. The main attraction is the golf course which an 18 hole par 72 course with very well maintained greens and beautifully manicured grasses and of course golf carts are there for rent. Located 97 km from Cebu City the course spans and area of 8 hectares of open space. Its excellent atmosphere and beautiful surrounding provide guests with breathtaking views. Holiday vacationers and newly Weds will find the resort relaxing in its own surrounding the room brisk stroll to the beach. Special Holidays Packages are designed to fit your budget for all occasion, Golfers and Non Golfers, Group Tours, Wedding Couples, Families or individual travellers who wants to explore the various amenities, 18 holes Golf Course, Diving Shop, Island Hopping. The resort offers many diving areas for divers who wish to explore the undersea world. However, the special package design will fit your budget comfortably. The resorts offers 3 Meals a day menu caters a wide varieties of Korean and Philippine foods, for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Are you a fan of scuba diving or snorkeling? Badian Dive Center located at the beachfront of Badian Island Resort and Spa offer diving courses for beginners and other specialty courses. They operate all year round and are equipped with high standard equipments. Badian Dive Center offers 14 dive spots including the famous and one of the primary dive spot in the Philippines, The Pescador Island Relax at the resorts natural SPA or enjoy the island’s water sports such as scuba diving, hobby cat, jet blast, aqua cycle, banana Boat, windsurfing or paddle-boats. Badian Resort has its own private white sand beach as well as a swimming pool in which guests can swim or just chill under the sun. The resort’s latest attraction are the Thalasso POOL VILLAS with its own, private, ionized seawater pool and a spectacular view a favorite among the guests!
Are you a fan of scuba diving or snorkeling? Badian Dive Center located at the beachfront of Badian Island Resort and Spa offer diving courses for beginners and other specialty courses. They operate all year round and are equipped with high standard equipments. Badian Dive Center offers 14 dive spots including the famous and one of the primary dive spot in the Philippines, The Pescador Island Relax at the resorts natural SPA or enjoy the island’s water sports such as scuba diving, hobby cat, jet blast, aqua cycle, banana Boat, windsurfing or paddle-boats. Badian Resort has its own private white sand beach as well as a swimming pool in which guests can swim or just chill under the sun. The resort’s latest attraction are the Thalasso POOL VILLAS with its own, private, ionized seawater pool and a spectacular view a favorite among the guests!
Technically Osmena peak is already inside the municipality of Badian, but it is often considered to be part of Mantalongon, Dalaguete because it is more accessible via Mantalongon. The peak is approximately 1,000 meters above sea level making it the highest peak in the island of Cebu. Osmena peak is part of the Mantalungon mountain range, which is unique from other mountain ranges in the Philippines because of its multiple jagged hills grouped together that overlook and stretch as far as the Badian shorelines. The highest of these hills is the Osmeña Peak named in honor of the famous Osmeña clan in Cebu. The visual appearance of the Mantalungon range is almost similar in form to the Chocolate Hills of Bohol but the peaks of the ranges are thinner, sharper-pointed and rocky. Unlike the Chocolate Hills, the peaks of the Mantalungon ranges cluster quite near each other and give the impression of being formed from rocks that have survived through time.
