Malacañang Palace: The Most Historic Building of the Philippines
by Jhaypee Guia on July 18, 2012Malacañang Palace, from the vernacular "May Lakan Diyan" meaning "There lives a noble man", is considered to be one of the most historic structures in the Philippines. It has been the official residence of the highest chief executive of the country since 1863.
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Jones Bridge
by Jhaypee Guia on July 18, 2012Jones Bridge is a bridge that spans the Pasig River, connecting the districts of Binondo on Rosario Street (Calle Rosario, now Quintin Paredes St.) with the center of Manila.
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Jose Rizal's Many Monuments
by Rosevie Decio on June 9, 2012The Jose Rizal's monument in Camarines Norte is has been continually attracting visitors from all throughout the region and beyond. Visitors are given a tour and are fascinated at the various pictures, memorabilia, and written information about Rizal and the monumant itself. The people of Daet have remained steadfast in preserving the legacy of the Philippines' great hero.
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Feast of the Three Kings: A Tribute to the Three Wise Men
by Jane Dacumos on May 22, 2012Celebrated every January 6, the feast of the Three Kings marks the official end of the liturgical Christmas of the Philippines. The twelve days of Christmas end with the Feast of Epiphany also called the “The Adoration of the Magi” or the “The Manifestation of God”. It is also known as the Pasko ng Matatanda (Feast of the Elderly); the day specially honors senior citizens.
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The Mystery of the Black Nazarene
by Jane Dacumos on May 21, 2012The Black Nazarene, known to devotees in Spanish as Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno (Filipino: Mahal na Itim na Nazareno; English: "Our Father Jesus [the] Nazarene") is a life-sized, dark wooden sculpture of Jesus Christ carrying the cross, believed to be miraculous by many Filipino Catholics.
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