HISTORY OF MANITO, ALBAY
The M unicipality of Manito, Albay is a 4 th class municipality composed of 15 barangays and a land area of 10,740 hectares. It has a population of 25,547 as of 2018 CENSUS . The people of Manito depend on farming and fishing as a source of their livelihood. Tourist Destinations and more to explore! M anito is known for its boiling lake or Nag-aso Lake and other tourist spots that draw influx of both foreign and local tourists visiting the municipality. It is famous for its rich cultural heritage and festivals that are distinctly Maniteños. It is also home of people known for their hospitality, generosity and deep sense of spirituality. Contrary to the people of this small town's belief, the first settlers in the area came from Bacon, Cagraray Island or Casiguran which are geographically situated near Manito. In prehistoric time, the B...