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by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 Bolikewkew Rice Terraces is one of the most popular destinations in the province of La Union. Every visitor who has seen this wonder have been amazed at this feat of human ingenuity in the backdrop of rugged terrain. Indeed, Bolikewkew Rice Terraces stands out as the pride of the region. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on August 17, 2012 Set in the rugged lands of northern Luzon, Bauang Beach is a piece of paradise in the town of Taberna in the beautiful province of La Union. The province of La Union is steadily gaining reputation as one of the premier swimming destinations in the Philippines for local and foreign tourists, as well as being the surfing capital north of the Philippines. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 12, 2012 The Chico River, formerly known as Rio Chico de Cagayan, is one of the streams connected to the large river of Cagayan. It can be found in the province of Kalinga. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 10, 2012 The Katipunan is arguably the best-known proponent of the the Filipino struggle for independence against Spanish rule. The Katipunan is founded by Filipino mutineer that consists of Andres Bonifacio, Valentin Diaz, Teodoro Plata, Ladislao Diwa, Deodato Arellano and a few others. We now regard them as national heroes, and their memories are kept alive in the Museo Ng Katipunan. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on August 9, 2012 Founded by the Dominican priests in 1596, Binondo Church or Minor Basilica of St. Lorenzo Ruiz is one of the oldest places of Christian worship in the Philippines. It was administered by secular priests in 1768, returned to Dominican administration in 1822 and back to secular priests in 1898. The maintenance is largely funded by the Catholic Chinese community, many of whom reside or operate businesses in neighboring Chinatown. Masses are held in Filipino, in Chinese dialects (Mandarin, Hokkien), and in English. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 9, 2012 The Manila Yacht Club (MYC) is a member-only yacht club based in Manila, Philippines, and located in Manila Bay. The club is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Asia.The club is located in one of the major yachting hubs of Southeast Asia, the Philippines, consisting of over 7,100 Islands. The club organizes numerous competitions internationally and regionally. It also co-organizes events. Its members frequently join major international as well as Philippine yacht racing events. This list includes the China Sea Race, begun by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club in 1962. The other Asian regattas that MYC sailors join include the King's Cup of Thailand and Rajah Muda of Singapore. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on August 9, 2012 Malate Church is a Baroque-style church which faces a small park just beyond Manila Bay dedicated to Nuestra Senora de Remedios ("Our Lady of Remedies"), the patroness of childbirth. The patron saint is a revered statue of the Virgin Mary in her role as Our Lady of Remedies. It was brought from Spain in 1624 and till this day stands at the altar. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 9, 2012 Roxas Boulevard, formerly known as Dewey Boulevard, is a boulevard in Metro Manila in the Philippines. The boulevard, which runs along the shores of Manila Bay, is well known for its spectacular sunsets and stretch of coconut trees. The divided roadway has become a trademark of Philippine tourism, famed for its yacht club, hotels, restaurants, commercial buildings and parks. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 9, 2012 The San Beda Chapel is formally known as the Abbey of Our Lady of Monserrat located inside the San Beda College in Mendiola, Manila was built in 1925. Its titular patron is the Sto. Niño de Praga. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on August 9, 2012 With a fairly good balance of educational and entertainment attractions, Manila Zoo does its best to appeal to everyone. Located along Adriatico St., Manila, the zoo also has canteens, souvenir shops, boat rentals at the lagoon, and several playgrounds that cater to children and tourists. » Read More
