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Province in Bicol, Philippines
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Albay (pronunciation: ahll-BIGH) is a province in the Bicol Region in the island of Luzon, Philippines. It is bordered by the provinces of Camarines Sur in the north and Sorsogon in the south. Its main draw is the active Mayon Volcano, an almost perfect cone-shaped volcano where the province is best known for. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it blends natural wonders with rich Bicolano culture, cuisine, and adventure.
By bus
Many bus companies have daily trips to Legazpi or Tabaco from Manila via the Maharlika Highway., Philtranco and Superlines, with air-conditioned and luxury buses.
By car
The main highway traversing Albay is the Asian Highway 26. From Camarines Sur, you can also take the Tigaon-Sagñay-Tiwi road (Rte 630) which follows a scenic route along the Pacific coast.
By train
The only available services are the Bicol Commuter trains that come from Camarines Sur, but they are slow local services that only operate on weekdays.
By ferry
Roll-on/roll-off ferries connect Albay with nearby Masbate and Catanduanes.
By train
The PNR Bicol Commuter Line serves Legazpi, Daraga, Guinobatan and Ligao, but services are limited and somewhat slower than the buses.
By car
Most of Albay's cities and towns are linked by national roads of decent quality, like the Maharlika Highway (Rte 1/AH26), Legazpi-Tiwi Coastal Road (Rte 630), and Sabloyon Road (Rte 636).
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The provincial capital dubbed as the "City of Fun and Adventure".
Small city to the northwest of Mayon
Has ferry terminal to Catanduanes
Fishing town with beaches, islands and caves
the closest to Mayon Volcano and offers scenic countrysides
known for the picturesque ruins of Cagsawa Church
has a shrine for General Simeon Ola, the last general who surrendered under the Americans
Jovellar Underground River is the main attraction
Agricultural town at the border of Camarines Sur
known for having two mountains that protect the town against volcanic eruption
a laid-back town with water falls
a secluded town with a boiling lake as the main attraction
has a delicacy called Putong Bigas
The ferry port to Masbate
Small tourist town and is the safest place to view Mayon during its dangerous eruption.
an island municipality off Legazpi City.
its resorts offer a wonderful view of the black beach; the birth place of the Bicolano song 'Sarung Banggi'
The location of Tiwi Geothermal Power Plant and with pottery industry
an awe-inspiring volcano famous for its nearly perfect cone shape.
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