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by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 Katipuneros respectively wounded their wrists and used their blood to sign a document that formally expressed their grievances symbolizing their revolt against the Spanish authorities, which happened at Sitio Kuntang, Ochando, New Washington. From then on it is remembered as one of the historical places in the country. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 A combined word of “Pasalamat Pinaagi sa Sayaw” (a thanksgiving through dance). This Pasayaw expresses the joys and jubilations in praise and thanksgiving to the Almighty God through the intercession of St. Joseph. The “Pasayaw Street Dancing & Parade” is participated in by 12 contingents from the 12 barangays. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The Pintados de Pasi Festival, in Passi City, central of Iloilo province, is perhaps one of the best known and established festivals of the Visayan region that have evolved through the years. It has played a big part in the lives of most Passinhons. It is the most popular spectator cultural event and the most popular for the community that has a large following. Theatrical-like street dancing performances are a celebrated part of the Pintados festivity that is characterized by heavy and aggressive body movements. Here, performers adorned in traditional body tattoo with elaborate geometrical designs in their body, including their arms, legs and torso dramatizes stories in which the towns’ ancestral beings laid down every feature of the area, especially, their way of life. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The inhabitants of Puerto Princesa celebrate their foundation day every fourth day of March with a variety of exciting events. It is said that it started as a humble thanksgiving for the blessing received by the people of the city, among whom were simple merchants, brokers, traders, farmers and fishermen. From a simple occasion filled with feasts and street dancing, it has become a grand celebration of the many achievements of the city. It now features a week-long showcase of dancing, singing, trade fairs and expos, parades with large, colorful floats, and various competitions. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The Alimango Festival is a colorful and fascinating celebration in the town of Lala in the province of Lanao del Norte held around March 22 every year. It is in line with the thrust of the National Leadership and the Department of Tourism to promote and enhance a community-based development and sustainable tourism. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 Amidst this bounty of nature, the province of Nueva Ecija is also blessed with the fantastic scenery of Gabadon Falls. Named after the town of Gabaldon where it can be found, the ten-feet falls are surrounded by huge rock formations and rippling ice-cold water. It is located within the 200-hectare Sabani Estate Agricultural College. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The Santa Victoria Caves are more than 12 Philippine limestone caves that are found in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. The caves are known for their beautiful and unusual rock formations, their sparkling rocks, and their subterranean waterfalls. They are also of archaeological significance as they are believed to have been occupied by the nomadic Agta or Dumagat people in the past. The caves are located within the Isabela Sanctuary, which is part of the Fuyot Springs National Park (FSNP) in Ilagan, Isabela. This area is included in the Palanan Wilderness Area or Northern Sierra Madre National Park in the province of Isabela in Cagayan Valley. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The Magat Dam Tourism Complex is a Philippine tourism site that centers on the reservoir lake formed by Magat Dam, a hydro-electric power plant in Aguinaldo, Ramon, Isabela. Situated in the Magat Forest Reserve, it is a pleasant location for picnicking, fishing, and engaging in various types of water sports. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the province of Isabela. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 The Province of La Union is blessed with majestic waterfalls because of the continued protection of trees in its mountains that help keep our bodies of water flourish, constantly nurturing Mother Nature all year round, and an example of which is the enchanting Tuddingan Falls in the Municipality of Naguilian. Unlike other waterfalls in the province which have poor accessibility, visitors have the luxury of walking on a 700-meter cemented pathway with grills beside Bagulin Road up to the hill overlooking the waterfall, which has become a priceless treasure of La Union’s Basi capital. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 Situated on the northwestern coast of Luzon, La Union is the gateway to the Ilocos Region. With its strategic location, the province has become the business, education, and government center of the Ilocos. Not only is La Union the region’s center for trade, but it has also become the fastest-growing tourist destination because of its great natural wonders like Fagg Reef, which can be found between the Lingayen Gulf and the South China Sea. » Read More
