St. Vincent Ferrer Parish
by Kheem Caparas on May 23, 2012Nueva Vizcaya possesses wonders both natural and man-made, shaping this wonderful land into the vibrant and majestic province that has drawn visitors from all over the Philippines. One of its wonders is the St. Vincent Ferrer Parish Church in Dupax del Sur, a marvelous structure made of brick which has survived from its founding in 1775. Although damaged by earthquakes, it has been restored and preserved and was declared by the National Museum of the Philippines as a National Cultural Treasure.
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Bataan Day: The Day of Valor
by Kheem Caparas on May 23, 2012Bataan Day, alternatively called Day of Valor, or Araw ng Kagitinganan in Filipino, is the national observance commemorating the “Fall of Bataan” during World War II. It is celebrated on April 9. The monument called the Mount Samat Shrine, Shrine of Valor, or the “Dambana ng Kagitingan” in Pilár, Bataan is where formal rites are held. Built in 1966, it was erected to commemorate the battles of Filipinos and Americans against the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II.
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Abuan River: Mother Nature's Washing Machines
by Jhaypee Guia on May 22, 2012The beautiful Abuan River is situated in Ilagan, Isabela Province. It is part of the Northern Sierra Madre National Park. It has an average elevation of 82 meters above sea level. This great Abuan river is offering whitewater rafting and endorsing ecotourism in the province to save the Sierra Madre.
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Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat
by Jhaypee Guia on May 14, 2012The town of Piat in the province of Cagayan has been called the “Pilgrimage Center of the North” because of the multitude of faithful, devotees, and tourists who have come far and wide as the town is home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat, a source of faith, inspiration, and some say, miracles, for people for literally centuries.
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Pinacanauan River: The Largest Tributary of Cagayan River
by Jhaypee Guia on May 14, 2012The Cagayan Valley is said to be one of the most fertile lands in the Philippines, owing this distinction to its many rich and beautiful rivers like the serene and crystal clear Pinacanauan River, which is truly a sight to behold.
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