Libona

Welcome to Libona, a charming highland town in Bukidnon where rice fields meet red soil roads, and the scent of native coffee floats in the mountain air. Often overlooked by travelers rushing to bigger cities, Libona is a peaceful countryside escape known for its agricultural charm, friendly locals, and scenic farms. Whether you’re chasing nature, culture, or just a breath of fresh Bukidnon breeze – Libona has you covered.

Tucked on the edge of Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental, Libona is a gateway municipality with wide-open spaces, cool breezes, and rolling hills. It’s the perfect place to slow down, unplug, and enjoy simple pleasures and natural wonders.

• Kalasan Falls – A beautiful hidden gem with refreshing waters
• Barangay Crossing Viewpoint – See the mountains stretch into the horizon
• Agri-Eco Farms – Walk through vast corn and rice fields
• Red Soil Landscapes – Unique photo-worthy terrain
• Rural River Spots – Great for impromptu dips and nature hangouts

Libona is home to a mix of Cebuano-speaking settlers, Manobo groups, and rural farming communities. The culture is grounded in farming life, faith-based traditions, and community fiestas, where people celebrate harvests and local heritage with food, dance, and faith.

Majority of the locals speak Cebuano (Bisaya), while others speak Binukid, the native language of Bukidnon’s indigenous peoples. Filipino and English are widely understood, especially among the youth.

Libona’s dishes are simple, hearty, and full of love – usually made from what’s freshly harvested:

• Tinumis na Mais – A corn-based stew enjoyed during rainy days
• Kinilaw nga Baboy – Sour and spicy pork ceviche
• Inubaran na Manok – Chicken cooked in banana pith and coconut
• Kakanin made with Kalabasa and Cassava – Sweet snacks paired with coffee
• Bukidnon Highland Coffee – Strong, earthy, and best served with sunrise views

Libona celebrates its Araw ng Libona every October, a colorful gathering that features street dancing, sports events, farming contests, and community fairs. It’s a time when farmers, teachers, students, and visitors come together to celebrate progress and unity.

In Libona, music ranges from Visayan ballads played on guitars, to church choir harmonies, to tribal drumbeats during community celebrations. Fiestas are often filled with karaoke under the stars, and youth bands serenading barangay corners.

• Vast rice and corn plantations
• Highland weather and peaceful rural life
• Kalasan Falls and eco-river escapes
• Farming culture and community unity
• Red soil roads and scenic countryside