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A touch of Africa at Calauit Island

A touch of Africa at Calauit Island

by Jane Dacumos on June 27, 2012
Calauit Island is a 3,700-hectare island in the Calamian Island Chain that lies off the coast of Palawan. The island is known for its wildlife sanctuary with a substantial population of African animals, including giraffes, zebras, impalas, waterbucks, bushbacks, gazelles, elands, and antelopes, as well as local fauna that all roam freely in a game reserve created by former president Ferdinand Marcos in the 1970s.
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Excavation Museum: Historical Facts of Puerto Galera

Excavation Museum: Historical Facts of Puerto Galera

by Jane Dacumos on June 27, 2012
Puerto Galera is not just famous for its beaches and dive sites, but also for its repository of priceless historical artifacts. Excavation Museum is one of the landmarks of the province, located near the town hall and within the grounds of the Immaculate Concepcion Church.
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Vinzons’ Shrine for the Only Bicolano Hero

Vinzons’ Shrine for the Only Bicolano Hero

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Vinzons’ Shrine is a two-storey house, the residence of Wenceslao Q. Vinzons, Sr., a hero during the Japanese War.
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The People’s Park

The People’s Park

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
People’s Park has a panoramic garden view with fountain, benches, and a monument of Rizal.
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Rizal Mini Park: Displayed the First Rizal Monument

Rizal Mini Park: Displayed the First Rizal Monument

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
The Rizal Mini Park is where the First Rizal Monument and Monument of the Martyrs of Camarines Norte were erected. It has a playground and benches.
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The Town's Park

The Town's Park

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Town Park is a park with panoramic garden view and mini sports complex.
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St. Peter the Apostle Church

St. Peter the Apostle Church

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Saint Peter the Apostle Church in Vinzons is the oldest church in the province of Camarines Norte. This town was established by the Franciscan priests in 1581 and named Tacboan.
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Lanton Shrine: Site of the First Filipino-Japanese Encounter

Lanton Shrine: Site of the First Filipino-Japanese Encounter

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Lanton is the site of the first ever armed confrontation between Filipino guerilla units and the Japanese Imperial Army in the Philippines as recorded in the annals of history.
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Capalonga Shrine: Shrine of the Black Nazarene

Capalonga Shrine: Shrine of the Black Nazarene

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Capalonga Shrine of the Black Nazarene is one of the famous tourist attractions of the province where all roads, it seems, lead to every May 13.
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Jose Maria Panganiban's Monument: To Honor the Brave Filipino

Jose Maria Panganiban's Monument: To Honor the Brave Filipino

by Kheem Caparas on June 27, 2012
Jose Maria Panganiban's Monument is a bronze statue (9 ft. tall) erected in honor of Jose Maria Panganiban.
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