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Moog Old Spanish Fort

Moog Old Spanish Fort is a Registered Property, Province of Misamis Oriental located at Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, Region X.

Safety situated on a rock momentary facing the Macajalar Bay is the ruins of the Old Spanish Fort, a silent witness that once Spaniards were present and roamed the forested sea coast of Laguindingan. Stories abound about the port being the silent protector of the inhabitants against pirate attacks and Moro marauders. It was said the tower was used to warn people of the impending danger and enemies.

The name of its ruins is totally known as Cuta sa Punta Sulawan and is owned by Ayala Corporation. The ruins were constructed on top of the limestone cliff overlooking the Macalajar and Iligan Bays.

The structure was made of dressed coral stones bonded with mortar. It has a rectangular formation and the remains of the walls have an average thickness of 70-80 cm with a maximum height of 2-25 m. The area has a dimension 0? 9m-5.5m.

Totally, the Cuta sa Punta Sulawan or much known now as Moog Old Spanish Fort had surely drawn the interest of local sight seers because of the stunning view sunrise that could be enjoyed on the site with its surrounding landscape. The presence of this Old Spanish Fort at Punta Sulawan manifest the claim that before the settlers came is Laguindingan, the place was the hideout of robbers, pirates and bandoleros because of the once thick forest cover of the Municipality. The fort is not yet touched for restoration but the owner which is the Ayala Corporation is planning to restore it and make it as one of the historical site of Laguindingan.

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