Albay is a province of the Philippines located in the Bicol Region in Luzon. Its capital is Legazpi City and the province borders Camarines Sur to the north and Sorsogon to the south. Also to the northeast is Lagonoy Gulf. Mayon Volcano is the symbol most associated with the province. This nearly perfectly-shaped active volcano forms a scenic backdrop to the capital city of Legazpi 15 kilometers to the south.

Mayon Volcano

Mayon Volcano, also known as Mount Mayon, is an active stratovolcano in the province of Albay. Renowned as the "perfect cone" because of its almost symmetrically conical shape, Mayon forms the northern boundary of Legazpi City. Local folklore refers to the volcano as Bulkang Magayon (Bikol: 'Beautiful Volcano'), after the legendary heroine Daragang Magayon(Bikol: 'Beautiful Lady'). It is the Philippines' most active volcano and is considered to be the world's most perfectly formed volcano for its symmetrical cone. It is a basaltic-andesitic volcano. The upper slopes of the volcano are steep averaging 35-40 degrees and are capped by a small summit crater. Its sides are layers of lava and other volcanic material.

The Cagsawa Church Ruins with Mayon Volcano as the backdrop

Cagsawa Lake with Mayon Volcano as backdrop

Spanish Galleon Wreck. This is a site which serves as a strong reminder of the rich Manila to Acapulco (Mexico) trade routes during the Spanish era.  Found along the shores of Buhatan beach at Sto. Domingo, Albay, this galleon relic was wrought by a strong typhoon on its way to Acapulco and crushed on the reefs of Albay Gulf.

Putsan Beach. The original source of ancient ceramics and potteries industry in Bicol Region until today.  Sweeping in long graceful curve, the beautiful white surging surfs of the ocean form a sharp contrast with jet-black volcanic sands.  Add to this natural wonder is the fishing venture of the villagers and the natural formations of the beach which invites photographers to display their skills.  Located at Tiwi, it is very accessible by any type of motor vehicle.

Tiwi Geothermal Plant. An electric generation project with geothermal energy as source.  It is designed to generate more than 227 megawatts, operated jointly by NPC/NEA and Union Oil (USA).  Located in Tiwi, mostly visited for its high educational values.

Palale Falls. This place is very luring to trekkers who are in search for a site that is situated in a serene and peaceful area. Hence, to reach the site, people should walk in challenging trails.

Corangon Island

Corangon is a word in the Philippine vernacular that means coral translated. The Corangon Island is literally an island made out of corals and this itself is a novelty that allows the Corangon Island to be placed in the top 5 dive sites in Bicol Philippines. The island offers great aquatic landscapes of nothing else but corals of course. This dive site is ideal for all certified diver levels and you will be able to see some tropical fish and invertebrates.