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by Jane Dacumos on July 12, 2012 Jose Rizal's life as the Philippine's national hero has made such an impact on our consciousness, as he was able to change the course of history for Filipinos striving for independence. From the day he left Manila until July 31, 1896, Dapitan became witness to one of the most fruitful periods in Rizal's life. His stay in the province was more than living in exile – it was the period when Rizal had been more focused on serving the people and society through his civic works, medical practice, land development and promotion of education. There are numerous places in Dapitan where Rizal spent some of the best moments in his life. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on June 29, 2012 The province of Capiz becomes filled with revelry, dance and song as different towns take turns in showcasing the festive side of the people, and everyone is welcome to come join in the fun. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on November 16, 2015 Rodriguez is a first-class, urban municipality in the province of Rizal, Philippines. It is the northernmost town in the province and comes after San Mateo, Rizal, and Quezon City coming from Metro Manila. The town is located on the slopes of the Sierra Madre mountain range and features many resorts; it is also the largest town in Rizal province. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on November 8, 2012 Piko, patintero, taguan, tumbang preso, siato, sipa and luksong tinik are some of the famous and favorite traditional games in the Philippines. Kids gather in the streets or the neighborhood playground to play these Pinoy games. They are popular and well-liked pastimes for many Filipinos, especially those of previous generations. Traditional Filipino Sports are games that are being played by Filipino kids with the use of native materials and instruments. In spite of having a limited resource of toys, Filipinos don’t lose the joy of childhood because of the games being developed by their Filipino ancestors. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on June 25, 2012 Mayohan is a time for giving tribute to the mother, a season for remembering the mother’s sacrifice. Mayohan sa Tayabas is a program of the city government that aims to facilitate the process of conscious recollection among community members. Through a 10-day celebration, from May 6-15, the Tayabanse is guided to honor the glory and bless the wounds and sacrifices of the past. » Read More
by Rosevie Decio on May 29, 2012 aguna is known for its fine cuisines, products, and delicacies like espasol, buko pie, and cassava cake. Anilag Festival is the major and most colorful festival in Laguna. Through the festival, Laguna citizens celebrate the fruitful success of their land and give thanks to the mighty Provider for their bounty. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on July 19, 2012 The Marikina-Infanta Highway, also known as the Marcos Highway or MARILAQUE Highway (MARILAQUE stands for Marikina-Rizal-Laguna-Quezon), is a scenic mountain 44-kilometer highway that connects Metro Manila with Infanta, Quezon in the Philippines. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on May 7, 2015 Limawasa, an island municipality in Southern Leyte, is a small yet flourishing town being the site of the First Christian Mass in the country and in Asia. The First Cross and the First Mass Shrine are some of the frequently visited spots that give tourists a rare experience of retracing the historic footsteps of the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521 who paved the way for the beginning of Christianity in the country. » Read More
by Cecil Abundo on January 13, 2015 Our culture is a big reflection of our great and complex history. It is influenced by most of the people we have interacted with. A blend of the Malayo-Polynesian and Hispanic culture with the influence from Chinese, Indians Arabs, and other Asian cultures really contribute to the customs and traditions of the Filipinos. » Read More
