HISTORY
On the northern water of the Surigao del Norte mainland lies Dinagat Island dubbed by Gen. Douglas MacArthur as one of the "three sentinel-islands guarding the Central Philippines from the enemies in the Pacific." Together with Dinagat as the first class established municipality in this island were four other towns, among which was Loreto, originally called "Mabua" because of the ever-foaming river that runs right into the heart of the community. Boholano settlers first established Loreto as early as 1847. In 1881, its name metamorphosed into its present name, Loreto, in honor of the wife of the governor at that time.
BARANGAYS
CARMEN
ESPERANZA
FERDINAND
HELENE
LIBERTY
MAGSAYSAY
PANAMAON
SAN JUAN
SANTA CRUZ
SANTIAGO
EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
ARAW NG LORETO This event will be participated in by different municipalities in Dinagat Island i.e. Tubajon, Libjo. There will be "sinulog" (street dancing) competition and sports. FIESTA CELEBRATION
HISTORICAL CELEBRATION
RELIGIOUS CELEBRATION
NOTABLE PLACES
LINAW|Esperanza Spring Resort
POLO Island
BLACK BEACH
CAMBILIW RIVER
MT. RIDONDO
SEAWALL & PLAZA
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LOCATION
Loreto lies on the northern most part of Dinagat Island. It embraces the tiny twin islets of Kayasa, the impressive island of Polo and the rich island of Gibusong. The town is comprised of ten small communities called "Barangay"- Panamaon, Esperanza, Santiago, Sta. Cruz, Carmen, San Juan, Ferdinand, Liberty, Helene and Magsaysay.
GIBUSONG KAJASA PEOPLELoretonhons' ancestry came from different origins which explains why they speak different dialects. The residents of Panamaon and Gibusong Island speak Waray as their origin came from the island of Homonhon. The majority's ancestry is from Bohol and Leyte hence, they speak Boholano dialect. Boholano dialect is widely spoken in this town. However, Loretonhons understand and speak Filipino (the national language) and of course English as this is the medium of communication in school.Loretonhons are generally friendly, warm and hospitable. They have strong family ties, family reunions are often celebrated to strengthen family bonds. FOODFood is so rich in this town. Rice, fresh seafoods, vegetables, fruits, root crops, sweets and bread are always available. Native food is very much loved by the Loretonhon, to mention:- tinuwang isda (fish soup) - vegetables (boiled camote tops, ginataang nangka, papaya pickle) - kinilaw (raw fish salad) - sinugba isda or karne (grilled fish or meat) - pinaksiw (stewed fish with vinegar & salt) - dinuguan (blood stew) - lechon baboy (roasted pig) - ginamos isda (salted fish) - daing (dried fish) - puto, lidgid, moron, salvaro, hihon, turon, banana cue, pawa etc.. (sweets made from cassava, rice, banana) MEANS OF LIVINGThe majority's means of living are farming & fishing. The presence of Krominco Mine (chromite mine) has given a number of residents the opportunity to work. Small enterpreneurs are also making it good. Some of the residents work for the government offices. But the majority of the young Loretonhons is working in big cities and overseas.EDUCATIONLoreto has a high percentage of literacy rate, excellent educational record and a huge number of its young people are in colleges and universities. Amazingly Loreto has a large number of successful professionals. Loretonhons attach a big importance to education, as they believe this is the best way to a bright future. Loreto has three secondary schools: Liberty Barangay High School in Gibusong Island, the Loreto National High School and a private non-sectarian institution - the Loreto Academy both in the town proper.All barangays have primary schools and only the big barangays have complete intermediate classes. RELIGIONLoreto has various religions: The Roman Catholic and the Philippine Independent, United Church of Christ in the Phils. (UCCP) followers are majority. The others are the Iglesia ni Kristo, the Seventh Day Adventist , the Body of Christ, the Grace Gospel, Things to Come and Born Again.Religious activities are regularly being celebrated such as Fiesta, Lenten Season & Easter, Christmas, All Souls & Saints Day. TRANSPORTAIONThere are various ways of going around Loreto. There is a reasonable number of public transports to service passengers both by land and by sea. Within the town proper & neighboring places people use sidecars, motor bikes, bicycle, tricycles, multi-cabs and jeepneys. To cross to the islands, row boats, motor boats and motor launch are widely used.MEDICAL
Loreto has municipal hospital & a clinic. The Loreto Municipal Hospital is located 1 km from the town proper. The current residence physician is Dr. Domingo Abuyme Jr. However, the municipal clinic is in Brgy. Carmen town proper. There is also a private clinic in Brgy. Carmen owned by Dr. Constantino Gupana.
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