Balilihan

The place is a panorama of verdant hills, rugged mountains and green fields. It is said to have been so named because of the grass “balili” which grew in abundance in the locality. Balilihan means a place where plenty of “balili” grows.

Before the beginning of the 19th century, Balilihan was a barrio of the town of Baclayon and an old settlement where the families of Orig, Dangoy, Racho, Maniwang, Lacea and Pongase were the first inhabitants. When the Dagohoy revolt was suppressed by the Spaniards, the authorities established a garrison in Datag (one of its barrios) to discourage and stamp out further uprisings on the part of the natives.

Top things to do in Balilihan

Explore the beautiful falls

One of the major attraction of the town is Camugao Falls together with Kawasan Falls and Niluksoan Falls.

Visit the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish

The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish stands in the heart of Balilihan Town, about 22 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. It is a place of worship, a center of faith, of the people of Balilihan which are very pious and religious. The church prides itself of decorative frescoes on its ceilings, replicas of famous ancient artworks that are wonderful to behold.

Visit the Mt. Carmel Hill

The Mt. Carmel Hill can be found right in the heart of Balilihan Town, about 24 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. A view of the Balilihan Spanish belfry on Our lady of mount Carmel hill in Balilihan. This monument was built in 1836 and completed and inaugurated in 1846. The materials used for this monument were taken by the locals from the nearby coastal.