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by Jane Dacumos on July 25, 2013 The Philippines is a world-famous tourist destination. Aside from its beautiful places and scenic tourist spots, it is also rich in history and culture. Filipinos built different landmarks and places to remember the outstanding sacrifices of national heroes and to beautifully exhibit the country’s heritage. These popular works of architecture can capture not only the eyes but also the hearts of the viewers. » Read More
The Philippines is dotted with towering mountains that are perfect for hiking and trekking. So, to all mountaineers out there, gear up and visit these 10 highest mountains in the country!
by Xtian Mack on December 10, 2013 Filipinos love to eat, especially food that are sweet. This is probably why our ancestors have come up with a bewildering array of traditional snacks and sweets that truly cater to the tastes of the young and old alike. Being in a pleasantly tropical country, it should come as no surprise that rice, sugar and coconut make up the list of ingredients for the many snacks and sweets we have labeled as distinctly Filipino. Be it for merienda, dessert or pasalubong to loved ones, these traditional food are a delight to have, and, of course, eat. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on August 27, 2013 Spelunkers unite! Here is a list of the most thrilling, most exciting, and most adventurous venues for spelunking in the Philippines. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on December 27, 2013 Although rice makes up the main meals of most Filipinos, bread in its many forms still make up a portion of our diet as Filipinos enjoy nibbling on all things soft, sweet and sugary. Although the concept of baking bread has not been a native concept and was brought over by Europeans and our other neighbors, Filipinos have come to love eating bread. Local bakers, adjusting to the tastes of their clientele and even creating unique breads of their own, have helped create a whole line of treats that are Filipino in their own way and have been enjoyed by many generations. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on January 17, 2013 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage governments and people from across the globe to recognize and preserve places which show a deep cultural heritage by recognizing these places as World Heritage Sites. Here are ten heritage sites in the Philippines recognized by the UNESCO World Heritage Centre: » Read More
by Angel Bonifacio on March 11, 2015 Mountaineers have a variety of reasons why they should climb a certain mountain. For adventure-seekers and professional climbers, the main reason is the level of difficulty of the hike. The more challenging the ascent is, the better. History-lovers climb mountains because of their rich past intertwined with their present state. There are some people who visit mountains that are mysterious and mystical, relative to their belief and religion.Because of its geography, the Philippines is interspersed with mountain ranges that make it an ideal destination for hikers. Listed below are the top ten must-climb mountains in the Philippines. » Read More
by Red de Vera on October 31, 2014 It’s Halloween season again, the perfect time for horror flicks to be shown in cinemas all over the metro. It is also the ideal season to share scary experiences and stories with your colleagues. So here’s the list of five places in Metro Manila that are purportedly haunted » Read More
by Xtian Mack on January 12, 2015 Dealing with the cold air of January or just a particularly damp, rainy day can be a challenge for most Filipinos. Living in a tropical country, there are some Filipinos who just can't bear really low temperatures. This is probably why Filipinos over the years have developed an amazing variety of culinary delights especially for these occasions, created, developed and passed on to generations to bring warmth to the shivering Filipino. So when the temperatures hit the low end, expect Filipinos to seek these out to warm their bellies and their bodies. Other just make the cold a reason to indulge a craving for something different. It is undeniable that these Filipino food have brought us warmth, comfort and ease whenever we needed them. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on November 30, 2013 It is no secret that the typical Filipino has a weakness to sweetness, and because of the myriad of ingredients that abound in our pleasantly tropical country, generations of Filipinos have invented, created and adopted many recipes for pastries that truly satisfy the cravings of even the most discerning of palates. » Read More
