In Butuan City in Mindanao is the Caraga Branch of the National Museum . This museum is right across the Butuan City Hall to the east, and to the southwest is the museum’s lagoon and park.
This regional branch of the National Museum houses important artifacts relating to the history of Butuan and the Caraga Region. The musuem’s collection includes archaeological specimens like stone and metal craft, burial coffins, gold jewelry, and pottery. One of it’s attractions is the Golden Tara, a Hindu-influenced statue dating back to the Srivijayan era of Southeast Asia.
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Hello,
We are looking to buy the book “Patterns of the Past, ethno archeology of Butuan,” by Margarita Cembrano, director of the National Museum for Caraga.
Could someone indicate where we can acquire this book for the collection of Cornell University Library in Ithaca, NY, USA.
I would be very obliged if you could help me.
Best regards
What a view! Also try to visit http://www.insidecaraga.uk.to for news and updates in Caraga.
Been there, during our field trip way back in high school. The place is actually just 2 hours away from our place though. =D