Bugabuga Hill - The Historical Landmark of Villaba Leyte
Buga-buga hill is one of the fascinating site in Leyte and declared as historical lanmark located in Barangay Bugabuga, Villaba. During the Japanese occupation in Leyte (1942-1945), the place was known as Mt. Canquipot and was heavily involved in the tragic history of the Second World War. Serves as one of the strategic locations of the Japanese imperial soldiers, military camps are built in and around the towering landmark where many soldiers, American, Japanese as well as defenseless Filipino had lost their lives during the intensive crossfire during the year 1943 to 1945. In Leyte, the most gruesome fight between two forces happened here in the last stronghold of Japanese soldiers led by General Suzuki. Until now some family members and relatives of the fallen Japanese soldiers would still visit the site to commemorate the somber days of their loved ones. Today, this is a remarkable destination that totally depicts a 100% true adventure. Aside from that imposing ro