Cagsawa Ruins Park

Cagsawa Ruins Park is a heritage park in Barangay Busay, Daraga, Albay, Philippines, preserving the belfry ruins of a 16th-century Franciscan church destroyed by Mayon Volcano's eruption on February 1, 1814. Set in a landscaped park with views of Mayon Volcano, it features the iconic bell tower remains, the Cagsawa National Museum, and open grounds. It is Albay's most visited historic landmark and a symbol of the region's volcanic history.

Visitors can expect an open landscaped park centered on the standing belfry ruins of the former Cagsawa Church with Mayon Volcano as a backdrop on clear days. The grounds include manicured lawns, photo spots, souvenir and food stalls, and the Cagsawa National Museum which displays photographs and artifacts of Mayon eruptions. Areas are walkable with paved paths, viewing decks, and open spaces for sightseeing and photography.

The site preserves the ruins of the Cagsawa Church originally built in 1587 by Franciscan friars and rebuilt in 1724. It was destroyed during the catastrophic eruption of Mayon Volcano on February 1, 1814, which buried the town of Cagsawa and killed approximately 1,200 to 2,000 residents. Only the church belfry and parts of the convent walls remained. The ruins are recognized as a national cultural treasure and historic landmark.

The ruins serve as a enduring symbol of Albay's history, resilience, and relationship with Mayon Volcano. It is a major cultural and heritage landmark for Bicolanos, a site for education on volcanic history, and one of the most photographed heritage sites in the Philippines.