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Discover content about Albay, a province in the Bicol Region of the Philippines, renowned as the home of the iconic Mayon Volcano. This section features news, travel guides, and stories from the area surrounding one of the world’s most famous perfectly cone-shaped volcanoes.
Legazpi City is gearing up for the much-anticipated Ibalong Festival 2026, a vibrant celebration of Bicolano culture, history, and identity rooted in the ancient Ibalong Epic. The festival, which has become one of the most iconic cultural events in the Bicol Region, is scheduled to run from August 21 to September 6, 2026, with the…
Legazpi City is alive with energy as Palarong Bicol 2026 officially opens, bringing together nearly 10,000 athletes, coaches, officials, and visitors from across the Bicol Region. The multi-day competition, one of the biggest regional sporting events in the country, features 280 gold medals at stake across multiple disciplines. Athletes from provinces including Albay, Sorsogon, Camarines…
Communities across the Bicol Region and neighboring provinces have come together to extend assistance to thousands of families affected by the recent massive ashfall from Mayon Volcano in Legazpi City and surrounding areas of Albay province. The ashfall, triggered by ongoing volcanic unrest at Mayon, has impacted at least 44 villages and displaced over 28,000…
Legazpi City has once again proven that it is one of the most attractive destinations in the Philippines. According to the latest World Travel Index (WTI) 2026 report, the City of Fun and Adventure secured the 9th spot among the best cities to visit in the country. The ranking places Legazpi ahead of many well-known…
The Diocese of Legazpi has launched an urgent relief appeal after the latest eruption of Mayon Volcano displaced thousands of families across Albay province, with Legazpi City at the heart of the crisis response. The Legazpi Social Action Center is actively seeking donations of cash, food, clean water, and face masks for evacuees who were…
Legazpi City and surrounding areas in Albay province are receiving a surge of support from neighboring provinces and government agencies as communities continue to grapple with the aftermath of massive ashfall from Mayon Volcano. The ashfall, which blanketed at least 52 villages across Albay, displaced thousands of families and disrupted livelihoods in the region. In…
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – Eight local government units in Albay province have been placed under a state of calamity as Mayon Volcano continues to exhibit heightened activity, including recent pyroclastic density currents. The official declaration enables local governments to quickly deploy resources for disaster response. Provincial administrators are coordinating with national agencies to streamline relief…
Legazpi City serves as a central hub for disaster response as communities across the Bicol region and neighboring provinces extend assistance to families affected by Mayon Volcano. The volcano continues to exhibit signs of unrest, blanketing surrounding municipal zones with thick volcanic ash. Local government units cooperate with volunteer groups to coordinate the distribution of…