THE BEAUTY OF
Luzon
THE BEAUTY OF
Luzon
- Philippines
Luzon is the largest and most populous island in the Philippines. It is ranked 15th largest in the world by land area. Located in the northern portion of the archipelago, it is the economic and political center of the nation, being home to the country’s capital city, Manila, as well as Quezon City, the country’s most populous city. With a population of 53 million as of 2015, it is the fourth most populous island in the world, containing 52.5% of the country’s total population.
Luzon may also refer to one of the three primary island groups in the country. As such, it includes the Luzon mainland, the Batanes and Babuyan groups of islands to the north, Polillo Islands to the east, and the outlying islands of Catanduanes, Marinduque and Mindoro, among others, to the south.. The islands of Masbate, Palawan and Romblon are also included as well, though these three are sometimes grouped in the Visayas.
Luzon may also refer to one of the three primary island groups in the country. As such, it includes the Luzon mainland, the Batanes and Babuyan groups of islands to the north, Polillo Islands to the east, and the outlying islands of Catanduanes, Marinduque and Mindoro, among others, to the south.. The islands of Masbate, Palawan and Romblon are also included as well, though these three are sometimes grouped in the Visayas.
Sakuting Festival
The sakuting dance, originally performed solely by boys, portrays a mock fight using sticks. A sakuting stick is striped or bamboo and is about 1½ feet long and tapered at the end, like a candle. Its original use was for combat training. During the playful folk dance, …
Manila Central Post Office
Known as the main post office of Manila, Philippines and the head office of the Philippine Postal Corporation, the Manila Central Post Office houses the country’s main mail sorting distribution operations.
Plaza Miranda
Plaza Miranda is a public square bounded by Quezon Boulevard, Hidalgo Street and Evangelista Street in Quiapo, Manila. It is the plaza which fronts the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene (Quiapo Church), one of the main churches of the City of …
Subic Bay
Known for being visited often by the American Navy for military exercises as well its collections of shipwrecks from the past, Subic Bay is a bay situated on the west coast of the
Santa Ana Church
The Santa Ana Church, also known as the Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned, is a Spanish colonial period church located in the district of Santa Ana. The parish was established by the Franciscan missionaries in 1578 under the patronage …
Balitok Ti Alicia Festival
“Balitok” in Ilocano means gold, from which the festival BALITOK TI ALICIA drew inspiration as they gratefully celebrate the golden era of the town of Alicia, Isabela. Being one of the prime palay producers of the province, the festival honors rice as the golden …
Quezon City Circle
Known for being the capital of the Philippines from 1948 to 1976, the Quezon Memorial Circle is a national park located at Quezon City where its 66-metre (217 ft) tall mausoleum contains the remains of Manuel Quezon, the second official president…
Mines View Park
Have you ever wondered on what it’s like to visit a place—where you would witness a jaw-dropping view, along with its nature-filled atmosphere?
Natural History Museum
One of the many attractions in manila are the 4 national museums. These are the National Museum of Fine Arts, National Museum of Anthropology, National Museum of Natural
Manila Bay
A natural harbor that serves as the Port of Manila, Philippines and considered as one of the world’s great harbours, the Manila bay. Once extremely overpolluted and lacking
Luneta Hotel
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
Christ the King Seminary
Christ the King Seminary, also known as the Divine Word Mission Seminary is a Roman Catholic seminary in Quezon City, Philippines run by the Divine Word Missionaries, more popularly known as the Society of the Divine Word (SVD). This academic …
Binondo Chinatown
Known as the oldest Chinatown in the world and the centre of commerce and trade of Manila City, the Binondo Chinatown is a district and referred to as the city’s Chinatown.
Panagbenga Festival
A festival created to appreciate all the Baguio City’s beautiful floras and a symbol of strength and recovery from the devastation of the 1990 Luzon earthquake, the Panagbenga (formerly called Baguio Flower Festival) is a month-long
San Sebastian Church
The one and only church made of steel that features an excellent example of Neo-Gothic architecture in the Philippines, the Basilica Menor De San Sebastian or better known as San Sebastian Church, is sure to give you a medieval-Europe vibe.
Bato Art Festival
“Bato” symbolizes one of the major industry potentials and sources of income of Luna. The use of the waste extracts into “Bato Art” will not only enhance creativity and artistic potentials of interested residents but also to provide livelihood and additional family income.
Magat River
Dupax del Norte, situated on the south-eastern part of Nueva Vizcaya, has a total land area of 396 square kilometers. It is bounded by the town of Kasibu in the north, Alfonso Castañeda in the east, Dupax del Sur in the south, and Bambang in the west. ..
Meycauayan Church
Meycauayan Church, commonly known as the The Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church, is one of the oldest parishes in Bulacan which even predates the Malolos Cathedral established in 1580 and the Barasoain Church established in 1630. It is also the province’s…
Capones Lighthouse
Built in the late 1800’s and remained as one of the few historical lighthouses in the country, the Faro de Punta Capones or better known as Capones Island Lighthouse is located at Capones Island off the coast of Brgy. Pundaquit, San Antonio, Zambales.
Pinto Art Museum
A museum gallery showcasing works of art from paintings and sculptures of local artists. Pinto Museum is a sprawling property with well manicured gardens and fountains. A perfect backdrop for reflection and learning. The gallery also has a commanding view of Metro Manila.
Manila Abbey San Beda
The Abbey of Our Lady of Montserrat, or Manila Abbey, is a Benedictine men’s monastery located on Mendiola Street in Manila, the Philippines. The monastery was founded by monks from Spain in 1895, in the final years of Spanish colonial era in the Philippines and is dedicated to Our Lady of Montserrat.
Calumpit Church
Built in 1572, the St. John the Baptist Church is the oldest church in Bulacan. Constructed under the supervision of Augustinian priest Fr. Diego Vivar-Ordoñez, the church had been witness to the Filipino’s struggle against Spanish, American and Japanese…
Luneta Rizal Park
Located alongside Roxas Boulevard, Manila and next to the century-old walled city of Intramuros, the Luneta National Park or “Luneta” as many call it, is an historical urban park where the execution of national hero…
Panagbenga Festival
A festival created to appreciate all the Baguio City’s beautiful floras and a symbol of strength and recovery from the devastation of the 1990 Luzon earthquake, the Panagbenga (formerly called Baguio Flower Festival) is a month-long
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All photographs that appear on the site are copyright of Mariano Sayno. ©2017 Mariano Sayno.
All photographs that appear on the site are copyright of Mariano Sayno. ©2017 Mariano Sayno.
