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The Fantasy World theme park sits alone and quietly in Lemery, Batangas Province, and is known as the supposed Disney World as well as one of the Philippines’ biggest, grandest, and best theme parks. There is no doubt that this
Originally known as the Baguio Flower Festival, the Panagbenga Festival is a month-long annual flower festival held every February in Baguio City, that celebrates and honors the beauty and beauty of the city’s flowers as well
In the past, the Olongapo’s Subic Lighthouse, also known as the Subic Old Light Parola, served as a guiding light for ships, predating the establishment of the famous Lighthouse Marina Resort. Located near Gordon Park in Subic Bay, Zambales, this historic site graces Kalaklan Point.
The Mount Pulag is considered as the highest mountain in Luzon Island and it sits on the border of three provinces entwined at its summit. This mountain boasts its beauty for visitors, hikers, and climbers.
Located in the heart of the Taguig City, the Venice Grand Canal is a lifestyle mall development under the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Located inside the 50-hectare (120-acre) McKinley Hill township of Megaworld Corporation in Taguig City.
The Manila Abbey San Beda, or formally known as Abbey of Our Lady of Montserrat, is a Benedictine men’s monastery located along the streets of Mendiola, Philippines, and serves as both an abbey and a school at the same time.
Near Pundaquit in Zambales, two islands are calling to be explored. Camara Island, the closer one, sits just off Pundaquit’s shores and is easily reachable. It’s only a short 20-minute boat ride from the nearby resorts, depending on the ocean’s flow. Rising like a huge rock in the middle of the sea, Camara Island has lovely white sandy beaches and impressive rock formations.
Originally built in 1880, the Manila Cathedral is the current version of the longstanding Church of Manila. It is a masterpiece of architecture that was constructed between 1954 and 1958, in the wake of the destruction of the
You and your family and friends can experience the beauty of San Narciso Beach in Quezon Province. This stunning beach offers plenty of activities and attractions for everyone to enjoy. The beige-white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters of San Narciso Beach make it an ideal spot for a day out. Whether you want to take photos of the beach, enjoy a picnic in one of the cottages, or take in the scenery of the rock formations, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The Bonifacio Monument, also called Bonifacio Monumento or Monumento, proudly stands in Caloocan City, Metro Manila. It is a powerful symbol created by the National Artist of the Philippines for Sculpture, Guillermo Tolentino, paying tribute to Andrés Bonifacio, a pivotal figure in Philippine history, renowned as the founder and leader of the Katipunan. Bonifacio courageously led the fight for independence, vehemently opposing Spain’s oppressive colonial rule.
Are you ready to experience some of the most unique and vivid festivities in the Philippines – Dinagyang Festival? This vibrant celebration is one of the largest and most celebrated festivals in the country and is dedicated to the devotion to the Holy Child, more commonly known as Sr. Sto Niño. Held every fourth Sunday of the year, it commemorates the legendary barter of Panay Island between its native inhabitants and Malay settlers.
It is also known as the Walled City, and during the Spanish Colonial Period it was synonymous with the city of Manila. Intramuros was also the seat of government and political power when the Philippines was a component rea
The San Agustin Museum is located adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, San Agustin Church. It is located in Intramuros—the walled city of Manila—and houses most historic religious artifacts, books and statues inside its walls.Â
UST, also known as the University of Santo Tomas, is a private Roman Catholic university located in Sampaloc, Manila. It was founded on 28 April 1611, by Miguel de Benavides, Archbishop of Manila, to be the oldest extant
The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta in New Clark City offered a spectacular showcase of aviation prowess and cultural celebration, leaving attendees captivated by the array of aerial displays and ground-based activities. The event’s triumphant return after a pandemic-induced hiatus reaffirmed its status as a must-visit destination for aviation enthusiasts and families alike.
The Polo Church, formally known as the San Diego de Alcala Church, resides in the Polo neighborhood of Valenzuela, Manila. This church has a captivating history deeply intertwined with the local community.
It is considered to be one of the world’s great harbors, the Manila Bay, and it serves as the Port of Manila, Philippines. Having once been extremely overpolluted and lacking maintenance, the bay has since then improved as a
Cebu’s Sinulog Festival is celebrated every 3rd Sunday of January, and is the most popular festival of the country. The feast honors the Holy Image of the Santo Niño of Cebu. As one of the most celebrated Cebu festivals, Senyor Sto. Niño is widely re
This celebration of the “Candle Festival” takes place from the 31st of January to the 2nd of February each year and is held in order to reflect the devotion of the people in Candelaria, Quezon to the Virgin of “Nuestra Senora de Candelaria”, better known as the Virgin of Candlemas. In accordance with the town’s patronal fiesta, which is held every February 5th in honor of San Pedro Bautista, it is a celebration of the town’s patron saint. This festival has been held every year since 2005 and is one of the longest-recurring festivals in the Municipality of Candelaria and has been celebrated by the community every year since then.
Calumpit Church or St. John’s Church has been recognized as the oldest church in Bulacan Province and the first site of Augustinian evangelisation in the Northern Luzon region. Throughout t
Known as the main post office of Manila and the head office of the Philippine Postal Corporation, the Manila Central Post Office is the main hub of the country’s mail sorting and distribution operations for the whole country.
In the Niyogyugan Festival, which is named after the words “niyog” and “yugyog,” all the colorful fiestas of the Quezon Province are combined, such as the “Pahiyas” in Lucban, the “Arana’t Baluarte” in Gumaca, the “Tagultol” in
It is always a surprise for buildings, parks and houses to survive such wars as it is almost inevitable that everything will be brought down to bricks and ashes, and the Luneta Hotel is
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