Antequera

IJsselstein, Monday, 14 February 2011 (updated: Sunday, 15 January 2012)

Antequera is an interior town located 19 kilometers from Tagbilaran City and lying northeast of Maribojoc.

History

Antequera used to be a barrio of Maribojoc, known as Agad, meaning 'hope'. In 1876, Agad, together with some barangays of Cortes was made into a municipality. At that time, it was named after the birthplace a high Spanish official, Antequera, a city in Spain. Simeon Villas, one of the early settlers of the place became its first gobernadorcillo (as the mayor was called in Spanish time).

What to See

Antequera Market

Antequera is well known for its native basketware. Every Sunday morning (make sure to arrive before noon), you can visit the market of native products.

Mag-Aso Falls

After your visit to the market, it is a small walk down to the Mag-Aso falls for a refreshing dip in one of Bohol's famous falls. Be aware though, that in the rainy season, the normally peaceful stream can become quite rough.

Diving in Dahonog Cave

The town is further known for its many caves. Some of these caves can only be accessed if you bring scuba diving gear. Interested people can read this article by Doc Amores.

Hospital

The Antequera Community Hospital has 24 beds capacity. Dr. Hidelgardo Labado, Jr. - Medical Director

Fiesta

Antequera celebrate its town fiesta on the last Saturday of October in honor of Virgin of the Most Holy Rosary.

(Based on figures from the census of 2000)

Links

Wikipedia article on Antequera.

Jeroen Hellingman and Rodelyn Gallo Hellingman

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