Sumlang Lake in Camalig Albay, A must see surprise..

So you think you had enough of Albay, You might have circumnavigated the Mayon loop stopping at every spot .( Cagsawa Ruins, Mayon Skyline Hotel, Lignon Hill, Mayon rest House ), well, stop.  There'r this place worth dropping by in Camalig Albay.

The best things in life are free. Just like Sumlang Lake. You can visit this fast rising tourist destination in Camalig Albay free of charge. (Though there's a donation box to all those who want to try water rafting at the lake)

Camalig Albay is home to the famous delicacy "Pinangat". But hey, there is more that Camalig has to offer. Situated in Camalig is Hoyop Hoyopan Cave, Rolling Hills in Quitinday  and of course Sumlang Lake.Camalig is Albay's next big thing in eco tourism. It is being promoted as a heritage town backed up by natural  beauty and  its gentle people.

My wife and I did not miss the chance of visiting Sumlang Lake. Thanks to my Auntie Myrna  who had taken us for our Mayon Loop expedition last December 29 2016. Sumlang Lake was our First Stop.

Sumlang lake is best visited in the afternoon when the majestic Mayon's reflection is seen in the lake, indeed a picture perfect view. I highly recommend to take sidetrip for those who have very limited time as the place is very accessble. From the National Highway , a signage that says Sumlang lake can be seen, if you are coming from Ligao, you can turn right just after the signage, volunteers are on standby along the thoroughfare to give directions.

Things to do in Camalig:

1. Visit the 17th Century church of Saint John the Baptist
2. Spelanking at Hoyop Hoyopan Cave
3. Visit the Green Rolling Hills at Quitinday
4. See a cluster of Spanish Ancestral Houses
5. Visit Sumlang lake and do water rafting
6. Eat Pinangat at any of the Local Shops that sells the towns delicacy.