Annyeonghaseyo chingu (Hello friends), Maya is here again. Have you already read my last blog? if not, you can visit my recently post.
Today's blog is about the place where I am right now, a place where I grow up. As what I have mentioned in my introduction I live in the small town called Murcia. Now let me tell you a short history about my home town and let me tour to you the home of Tinabuay Festival.
Murcia is a municipality located in the province of Negros Occidental in the Philippines. It was established on January 16, 1846, by virtue of a royal decree issued by the Spanish government during the colonial period. The Municipality of Murcia is a first class Municipality having a land area of 28,455 hectares and consisting of 23 Barangays.
Murcia originally a part of Bacolod, Murcia became an independent municipality due to its growing population and economic importance. The town was named after a city in Spain, possibly to honor Spanish origins or settlers.
Throughout its history, Murcia has primarily been an agricultural area, known for its vast sugarcane plantations and rice fields. The fertile lands and favorable climate have contributed to the town's prosperity and development.
Immaculate Conception Parish
The Augustinian Recollects evangelized Murcia as early as 1856, through Fr. Juan Miro, OAR, established the church in 1860. Juan Miguel Alvarez, OAR, was the matriz of several local churches, including Granada, Alegria, and Kumaliskis.
Fr. Alvarez did not meet the same fate as other Spanish religious leaders during the Philippine Revolution in 1898. However, the Recollects had to abandon their mission in Murcia and were able to resume after the revolution. Fr. Jacinto Alberdi initiated church-building work but it was disrupted by World War II. WordPress.com
Murcia Public Plaza
The Murcia Public Plaza has been a witness to many
historical events that shaped the political landscape of the Province of Negros Occidental. Its century-old trees heard the strong call of our people to gain freedom and equality.
Today, many children run around freely, a daily scene that Murciahanons always relate to how our forefathers sacrificed their lives to achieve liberation.
Tourist Spots
Twin River Resorts
Buro-Buro Resort
Magtahos Falls
Mambukal Resort
Gracos Resort
Uncle Book's Camping & Hiking Site
Here in Murcia you can find different tourist spots like the Mambukal Resort, Twin River Resort and Magtahos Falls where located at Brgy. Minoyan, Gracos Resort and Buro-Buro Resort where located in Brgy. Sta. Cruz. You can also go to Uncle Bok's where you can do hiking and camping it is also located in Brgy. Minoyan. Actually, there's so many tourist spots here but it's too many to mention that's why I choose the best among those tourist spots here.
Over the years, Murcia has seen progress in infrastructure, education, and commerce. It has become a vibrant community with a mix of rural and urban characteristics, attracting visitors and investors alike.
Today, Murcia continues to thrive as a center of agriculture and commerce in Negros Occidental, while also preserving its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
So, what are you waiting for? Come and experience the nature's beauty with this different Mountain, Rivers and Falls where you can relaxed.
You've already reached the end of my blog, I hope you like it, thank you for reading and have a nice day everyone. 💙🫡