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The Reservoir
The reservoir rocks consist of andesitic lavas and flow breccias of Mt. Malinao
and the underlying Miocene-Pliocene Polangui Volcanics. The reservoir rocks
thicken from the east to west across the field as the basement rocks deepen
toward the volcano. Basement rocks below the reservoir are metasediments
from
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tourists,
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the
250,000-hectare
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Manito,
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Albay
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BAPTEU
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the
EDC
DOLE
regional
director
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Lacambra
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The waters emanate from separate underground sources located over 4,000
feet above sea level or almost half the height of Mayon Volcano.
One of the falls is of fresh, crystal-clear and clean water which the Bacman
Twin Falls Water Refilling Station uses while the other is sulfuric and unfit for
human consumption, but good for bathing as it bears therapeutic effects to
common skin illnesses. Both falls end on a 30-meter wide lagoon that has
become favorite bathing place for excursionists. It could be reached through
an over 10-kilometer winding road ascending from the Maharlika Highway in
Sorsogon City or about the same distance from the municipality of Manito. (PNA)
Gravel and Sand in Sto. Domingo
Sto. Domingo has a special charm all its own. It has a happy blend of relaxed
atmosphere and scenic view that soothes, mesmerizes and delights. Among
the towns in Albay it is only here in Sto. Domingo where Mayon Volcano can
be seen up close and at a vantage point imperious and magnificent in its full