Written on the Stones

At last! The trip that was cancelled twice finally pushed through. We had a hard time planning the trip because we cannot find any direction getting to the Angono Petroglyphs. It is easy to get there if you have a private vehicle. For commuters, the jeep or FX going to Angono or Binagonan is the main mode of transportation.

Private vehicles just need to follow the signs going to Thunderbird Resort. For commuters, you need to go down at Scrapyard Restaurant then hire a tricycle that will bring you to the caves. Luckily for us the tricycle driver was very kind enough to offer his service and is willing to wait for us. 

Petroglyphs are considered rock art. The figures are engraved on rocks making it susceptible to weathering and damage. Good thing the Angono Petroglyphs was declared as a national cultural treasure. A team led by National Museum in 1973 created the view deck to protect and preserve the petroglyphs.

A panoramic view of the Laguna Lake and nearby provinces can be seen going up to the Angono Petroglyphs. Visitors must enter a short tunnel to reach the place. From the tunnel is just an ten minute walk to the museum and view deck. A fee of P10.00 for children and P20.00 for adults is charge to enter the place.

Inside the museum are artifacts of stone carvings and China wares. Just outside the museum is the pathway up to the view deck of the petroglyphs. Most of the figures look like stick drawing of man and different kinds of animals.

The Angono Petroglyphs is a place to remind us of the ingenuity of our ancestors.