Buayang Bato

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Was an ancient crocodile really turned to stone in Buayang Bato? Buayang Bato, a small barangay nestled on the southeastern shoreline of Mandaluyong, holds a captivating tale. Buayang Bato, meaning “stone crocodile” in Filipino, whispers a legend of a stubborn old Chinese man. He clung to his traditional beliefs, even as his fellow Chinese in Buayang Bato embraced Christianity. One day, while crossing the Pasig River, he mocked the new faith. The Devil, hearing his scorn, transformed into a crocodile and began to pursue his boat. Terrified, the old man, realizing the distance to his gods in China, cried out to Saint Nicholas. He had seen the saint’s statue in the Guadalupe Church across the river. Miraculously, the crocodile turned to stone, and the old man, shaken but saved, converted to Christianity. Buayang Bato’s name forever commemorates this petrified reptile. It’s said that during low tide, near the old ferry station, the stone crocodile can still be glimpsed. Buayang Bato offers a captivating blend of legend and history, adding a touch of magic to the bustling city of Mandaluyong.

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