Travel and Tourism Articles in the Philippines

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General Douglas MacArthur Landing Area

General Douglas MacArthur Landing Area

by Rosevie Decio on August 10, 2013

The return of General Douglas MacArthur to the Philippines during our fight against the Japanese invaders was one of the major turning points in our country's history. The dwindling hope of the Filipinos were rekindled. We were able to stand up again after numerous assaults to our losing forces. To this day, we live in gratitude to General MacArthur for the big role he played in our country's fight for independence.


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New Israel: The New Paradise

New Israel: The New Paradise

by Kheem Caparas on August 9, 2013
New Israel is also called the “New Paradise” by the migrant settlers, the Peace Mission Crusade of the Moncado Alpha and Omega (MAAO). During their arrival in February 9, 1939, these settlers were led by Rev. Maximino Sandot Guibernas, Founder and Director, together with his family, close friends, and associates of the organization.
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Globe Goes Google

Globe Goes Google

by Angel Bonifacio on August 7, 2013
Globe Telecom will start using Google business solutions and tools that will empower employees of the Philippine telecommunications company to serve its customers better.
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Let's Trek at Mount Kapugan

Let's Trek at Mount Kapugan

by Jhaypee Guia on August 7, 2013
Mount Kapugan is located at Barangay Ambabag, Kiangan, Ifugao. This is a place where Ifugaos hunt wild boar and collect native coffee beans.
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The Philippine War Memorial Shrine

The Philippine War Memorial Shrine

by Jhaypee Guia on August 6, 2013
In Ifugao province can be found the Philippine War Memorial Shrine, a tribute to the Filipinos and Americans who have given up their lives during the Second World War. It strives to be a remembrance of the heroism displayed by allies amidst seemingly insurmountable odds. The shrine has been painstakingly protected and maintained by the people of the province so that the spirit of camaraderie, courage and tenacity may live on with each and every visitor to the site.
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Lanao Lake: The Heart of Maranao People

Lanao Lake: The Heart of Maranao People

by Jane Dacumos on August 5, 2013
Have you ever seen a breathtaking creation? Lanao Lake is one of the most attractive sites in the Philippines. Surrounded by the artistic and graceful Maranao community, it is famed to be the second largest and deepest lake in the archipelago.
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Inspirational Stories at Vigattin Radio

Inspirational Stories at Vigattin Radio

by Angel Bonifacio on August 3, 2013
Today's Vigattin Radio Program is utterly inspirational and uplifting because our guests all shared their success stories with us. These are not your usual rags-to-riches stories; rather, these are the stories of our fellow Filipinos who have had their own share of difficulties, joys, challenges, and achievements that we can all relate to. These are stories that will touch our hearts because at some point in time, we know we also went through these kinds of hardship and survived them. And as you read on, you'll realize that these are not just their stories. These are your stories too!
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Ethnic Groups of the Philippines

Ethnic Groups of the Philippines

by Jane Dacumos on August 3, 2013
There are 100 or so different sea-based or highland-based tribal groups in the Philippines. Among Filipinos, they are ones least influenced by western or Islamic cultures. Some of the people in this category include the Cordillerano (Igorot), who live in the highlands of Luzon; the Mangyan of Mindoro; the scattered Negritos including the Aeta in Luzon and the Ati of Panay; the tribes of Palawan ; the Lumad of Mindanao (including the Manobo, Tasaday, Mamanwa, Mandaya, and Kalagan); and the Bajau of the Sulu Archipelago. While some tribal groups living in Luzon have been Americanized and Westernized--an example of which is the predominance of Protestantism in Cordillera Administrative Region—the tribal groups living in Mindoro and Palawanare still generally animistic, while many of those in Mindanao practice folk Islam.
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SM Mall of Asia: One of the Largest Malls in Asia

SM Mall of Asia: One of the Largest Malls in Asia

by Kheem Caparas on August 2, 2013

SM mall of Asia (MOA) is known as one of the largest malls in Asia because it is the second largest mall in the Philippines, the third largest shopping mall in Asia, and the fourth largest shopping mall in the world. It has a land area of 4.2 million square feet or 42 hectares.


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Top 10 Most Visited Museums in the Philippines

Top 10 Most Visited Museums in the Philippines

by Jane Dacumos on August 2, 2013

The Philippines is full of museums caring for the collection of artifacts and other objects of scientific, artistic, cultural, or historical importance which makes them available for public viewing through exhibits. The largest and most visited museums in the Philippines are located in major cities of Metro Manila, although there are also interesting museums in some provinces. Here is the list of the top ten most visited museums in the Philippines.


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