Angono Petroglyphs Archaeological Site
Prehistoric rock carving site in Rizal province
An open-air collection of prehistoric rock carvings in Rizal province, complemented by a small museum and local art scene; visitors come for the petroglyphs and regional history.
Angono Petroglyphs at a Glance#
About Angono Petroglyphs#
The Angono Petroglyphs are a sheltered rock panel of incised figures on a cliff face in Angono, Rizal province, east of Metro Manila. The panel contains a large assemblage of stylized human and animal images that are widely regarded as the oldest known rock art in the Philippines.
Scholars generally date the carvings to the late Neolithic or early Metal Age. The panel was brought to wider attention in the mid-20th century and is now a protected cultural site with a covered viewing area to prevent direct contact with the rock surface.
The petroglyphs sit within the municipality of Angono, on the western edge of Laguna de Bay and within easy driving distance from Metro Manila. The site is visited for its archaeological importance and its role in the Philippines’ prehistory.
- Number of figures: The rock panel contains well over one hundred individual figures, commonly cited as around 127 carved motifs, and is considered the Philippines’ oldest known rock-art site.
- Access and preservation: Public access is controlled at the site - a protective shelter and viewing platform are in place and touching the carvings is prohibited to preserve the surface.
What to See#
- Main petroglyph panel: A single sheltered cliff panel with carved and pecked figures incised into volcanic tuff; the panel contains a large group of stylized human and animal motifs and is displayed with a raised viewing platform.
Weather & Climate near Angono Petroglyphs#
Angono Petroglyphs's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2327 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 21° - 28° | 24° | 32 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Excellent | 21° - 29° | 25° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Excellent | 22° - 31° | 26° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 279 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 412 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 425 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.5h |
| September | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 354 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 264 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 183 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Very Good | 21° - 28° | 25° | 119 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.2h |
