Culture and Arts
Cultural tourism in Puerto Galera allows visitors to experience the town beyond its beaches by discovering its rich heritage, traditions, and way of life, especially that of the Mangyan communities. It highlights local history, indigenous art, crafts, and community traditions that make Puerto Galera culturally unique.
Van Viannen Art Space
Van Vianen Art Gallery is deeply rooted in community development.
Muelle Cultural and Heritage Park
The Muelle Cultural and Heritage Park is a waterfront heritage site that showcases the history, culture, and maritime traditions of Puerto Galera.
Escarceo Point Lighthouse
The Escarceo Point Lighthouse is a historic coastal landmark that serves as a navigational guide for ships entering the waters of Puerto Galera.
Birhen Maria Ina ng Kalikasan Grotto
The only grotto in Oriental Mindoro dedicated to nature & environment.
Immaculate Conception Church
A pilgrimage church for Catholics.
Ambang Mangyan Community
This is a Mangyan village where one can also witness the Mangyan’s way of life.
Iraya Mangyan Village
This has similar type native houses, school, health and livelihood centers, maintained and sponsored by Ayala Foundation.
Black rice and the Cross with two Canyons
These structures memorialized the El Canonero de Mariveles, which sank off the channel
Baclayan Mangyan Settlement
This is the home of Iraya Mangyans where one can witness their way of life.
Excavation Museum
It exhibits Yang, Ming and Tsung dynasties artifacts. This is located in the Immaculate Conception Church.