Cauayan was an original town of the Province of Cagayan. It was transferred to Nueva Vizcaya when it became a province in 1839. Upon the creation of Isabela as a province by a Royal Decree issued in May 1856, it was reverted as a town of the new province. The town site was first located in a place called Calanusian along the Cagayan River, but after a series of disastrous floods, the town site was transferred to its present location.
Where To Go?
MATARA BEACH
Matara Beach offers its white sand and shady trees, cool and refreshing sea breeze. It is favorable to boat riding and swimming in its shallow waters over the coral reefs. There are kubos constructed by the Barangay Council of San Jose to be used by visitors at minimal rental cost. Algae, corals and shells abundantly cover the coral reef. Walking barefoot is extremely exciting. You feel the fineness of the sand and proximity to nature’s reality.
JACKPOT CAVE
The Jackpot Cave is currently the second deepest cave in the country with a surveyed depth of about 115 meters and a surveyed length of 355 meters. The cave is recommended for professionals and with assistance from the Sierra Madre Outdoor Club (SMOC).
