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Quiapo Church (Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene)

Quiapo Church (Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene)

by Jhaypee Guia on January 9, 2014
The Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, also known as Saint John the Baptist Parish and informally known as Quiapo Church, is a prominent Roman Catholic church Latin-rite Basilica located in the District of Quiapo, Manila.
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The Historic Plaza Miranda - A Freedom Park

The Historic Plaza Miranda - A Freedom Park

by Jhaypee Guia on January 8, 2014
Plaza Miranda is a public square bounded by Quezon Boulevard, R. 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 in the City of Manila, and is considered as the center of Quiapo as a whole. Inaugurated in its current form by Mayor Arsenio Lacson in 1961, it is named after José Sandino y Miranda, who served as the Philippines' Secretary of the Treasury between 1833 and 1854.
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Mount Tapulao: The Tallest Peak of Zambales

Mount Tapulao: The Tallest Peak of Zambales

by Jhaypee Guia on January 8, 2014
Mount Tapulao, known as “High Peak”, can be found in the beautiful province of Zambales. It is the tallest peak in the Zambales Mountain Range.
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Bantay Abot Cave

Bantay Abot Cave

by Jhaypee Guia on January 7, 2014
Aside from the very popular beach in Pagudpud and the Bangui Windmills, Ilocos Norte is the place where you can find a beautiful rock formation – The Bantay Abot Cave located along the shore of the little town of Baloi in Ilocos Norte.
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Mount Samat: The Historic Mountain of Bataan

Mount Samat: The Historic Mountain of Bataan

by Jhaypee Guia on January 6, 2014
Mount Samat is a historic mountain that can be found in the town of Pilár, Bataan. Situated near the summit is the Mount Samat National Shrine, a national shrine dedicated to the fallen Filipino and American during World War II.
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Vayang Rolling Hills

Vayang Rolling Hills

by Kheem Caparas on January 4, 2014
Vayang Rolling Hills is located in Basco, Batan Island, Batanes. The hills are also called as Vayang Ranch.
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Tagaytay City: The Country’s 2nd Summer Capital

Tagaytay City: The Country’s 2nd Summer Capital

by Jhaypee Guia on January 4, 2014
The City of Tagaytay is a component city of the province of Cavite. It is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations because of its outstanding scenery and cool climate provided by its high altitude.
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Mt. Apo Coffee Inc.

Mt. Apo Coffee Inc.

by Christian Mack on December 28, 2013
Filipinos have come to enjoy coffee and have made drinking it a part of their everyday lives. No longer just a breakfast beverage, Filipinos love drinking it throughout the day either hot or cold, and enjoy it through its many brews, combinations and preparations, making it a fun and delightful drink of choice for most people.
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Road Trip through Bitukang Manok

Road Trip through Bitukang Manok

by Jane Dacumos on December 21, 2013
If Baguio has its famous winding Kennon road, the province of Bicol also has its unique “zigzag road” known as Bitukang Manok. Like Kennon, Bitukang Manok also offers an adrenaline-pumping experience to anyone who passes through this steep road. Besides that, it offers a wonderful view from way up as well.
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Extreme Adventure at Ugong Rock

Extreme Adventure at Ugong Rock

by Jane Dacumos on December 12, 2013
Ugong Rock is a geologically significant landscape that will delight mountaineers, rock climbers and nature enthusiasts. Trained guides must be available when exploring these sites. St. Paul Park rangers can likewise assist adventurous travelers. It's located at Baranggay Cabayugan and Baranggay Tagabinet.
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