Malvar, Batangas - Attractions

Attractions

Calejon Falls, consists of two major water falls and two smaller ones. One of the biggest falls is about 10 feet (3.0 m) high with a great volume of clear water gushing down to a shallow pool. One of the two smaller falls is shower-like, while the other one forms a series of small cascades. All the falls are located in an area of about 300 square meters.

Calejon Falls is located in Barangay San Gregorio, (formerly called Calejon). The spot is easily accessible via STAR Tollway Bulihan Exit. From Manila, take a bus bound for Batangas City or Lipa City then drop at town of Malvar. Jeepneys and tricycle service Barangay San Gregorio from the town proper. The 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) stretch of road is well-paved and smooth even for small cars. Upon reaching the area, a series of 300 concrete steps going down the river will have to be taken.

San Juan River, is the longest river in Batangas connecting Lipa and Tanauan and Sto Tomas. Thus the river also serves as water sources for watering the vegetables near the small fish areas and crablets. There is a pollution of the river, people are throwing garbage at its creek or on the water, and even poultry and piggeries near the river are contaminating the natural habitat of its environment. The local government is not yet pushing the pertinent laws against these environmental degradation. Immigration from different provinces who had no houses and relatives to stay with is marking the river banks with property.

Another local revenue that has recently emerged in the humble province of Malvar is the mango farm/events. Only 45 minutes away of Alabang, it is located near the plant of C-Joist Concrete Ventures Group, Inc. Currently, very little is known about this establishment, as it is not yet fully operational. Residents and visitors alike have been astounded with this new development, together with a proposed horse race track. Once these establishments are fully operational, it will increase the number of visitors coming from Manila.