Midterm Flashcards
(123 cards)
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The region contains the largest plain in the country and produces most of the country’s rice supply, earning itself the nickname “Rice Granary of the Philippines” or Rice Bowl of the Philippines.
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Region III
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It covers a total land area of 18,230.8 km2 and occupies the central portion of the island of Luzon.
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Central Luzon
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The region is landlocked by __ on the north; ___ on the south; __on the east and __ on the west.
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Pangasinan and Nueva Vizcaya
Metro Manila, Cavite and Rizal
Aurora and Dingalan Bay
Palauig Bay and Subic Bay
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It is bestowed with a combination of towering mountains, extinct and active volcanoes, lush verdant farmlands, and natural sea harbours.
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Region 3
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Region 3 is composed of __ provinces, __ cities, __ municipalities, and __ barangays.
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7
14
116
3,102
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Languages of Region III
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Tagalog Ilocano, Kapampangan Sambal English
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Seven provinces
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Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Tarlacand Zambales.
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The “super” region is a short ride away from Manila and an hour by plane from the rest of the country.
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Region 3
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___ is located north of Manila, the nation’s capital.
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Central Luzon Region
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There are fourteen cities in Region 3 which include:
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Balanga in Bataan
Malolos, Meycauayan and San Jose del Monte in Bulacan
Cabanatuan, Gapan, Muñoz, Palayan and San Jose in Nueva Ecija; Angeles, Mabalacat and San Fernando in Pampanga
Tarlac in Tarlac
Olongapo in Zambales.
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Regional center in Region III
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The City of San Fernando, in Pampanga
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It was transferred from Region IV by Executive Order No. 103.
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Aurora
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Eighty percent (80%) of the population of Central Luzon is __ Other religions represented are ____In this region also where the ___headquarters is located in Apalit, Pampanga where most members are. There are also other denominations such as ___
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Roman Catholic
Protestants (including Evangelicals), Islam, and Iglesia Ni Cristo.
Members Church of God International (also known by many as Ang Dating Daan)
Jesus Is Lord, Pentecostal Missionary Church of Christ, Jesus Miracle Crusade, United Methodist Church and others.
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It is also one of the earliest areas converted into Christianity by the Spanish 50 years after conquistador Hernando Magallanes first stepped on Philippine soil. Not without a fight though.
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Central Luzon
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___whose original lair extended almost the entire Region 3, was once part of the Kingdom of Tondo, dating back to a bygone era when Rajas ruled. These provinces further gave birth to noble heroes who fought for freedom against oppressors—all three major world super powers in the span of 500 years.
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Pampanga
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A 17th century building that served as the last Spanish bastion in the Philippines.
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Baler Church
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An earthquake baroque structure honed from adobe and lime, it saw the signing of the Fist Philippine Republic and the first democratic constitution in Asia
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Barasoain Church in Bulacan
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Culture here is number one and there are incredible fiestas that reflect each town’s distinct culture:
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Giant Lantern Parade in San Fernando, Pampanga
Fertility Rites in Obando, Bulacan
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It has a stunning 328-kilometer coastline where beach and surf rule.
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Province of Aurora
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In ___experience whitewater kayaking in Bulsa river
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San Jose Tarlac
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Mt. Pinatubo, which straddles ___ is quite a sight, especially when you get to the neon-blue caldera lake via ___
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Pampanga, Zambales, and Tarlac
Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac.
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Top 5 Events in Region 3
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Bataan Birdwatching Aurora Surfing Cup Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul) Ibon-Ebon Festival Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Festival Monasteries de Tarlac
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An administrative division or region of the Republic of the Philippines.
primarily serve to organize the 7 provinces of the vast central plain of the island of Luzon (the largest island), for administrative convenience.
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Region III
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Scuba dive or snorkel in the clear waters of one or all of the tres reyes islands:
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Melchor, Gaspar, Baltazar. (Marinduque)
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Explore the caves of ___. Get a local guide and roam the spunky damp cave where bats and python dwell. There is a little climbing involved.
Bathala in Sta. Cruz (Marinduque)
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Dip into the therapeutic water of the hot spring in __. It is known to cure health condition such as migraine and skin asthma
Malbog, Buenavista (Marinduque)
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Walk the old town of ___ and basked in culture with old stone houses, locally known as “__”. There are also several old churches around the island with __being an important national historical landmark.
Marinduque
bahay na bato
Cathedral of Boac
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Indulge in the luxury of Santorini inspired ___ built on the Elephant Island. First class amenities such as golf, spa, yoga, infiniti pools, and various water sports are available. Finally,
Bellarocca
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Shop for souvenirs or “pasalubong” at the local handicraft makers and famous uraro at __.
Rejano's (Marinduque)
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Capital of Quezon Province
Lucena City
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BATANGAS is a name formed from the word "__" which mean logs (trunks or large branches of trees)
batang
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It is where diving in the Philippines was born.
Anilao diving spots (Mabini) Batangas
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Locally known as “Ang Pulo”, the park is home to about 20 species of mangroves 15 of which have been identified, a wide variety of shellfish and crustaceans and other marine life.
Calatagan Mangrove Forest Conservation Park (Batangas)
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Mt. Batulao
Nasugbu, Batangas
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Mt. Malarayat
Lipa City
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is the third largest in the country (240 sq km) and it cradles a 23 sq km island with a 1.2 sq km crater lake within.
Taal Lake and Volcano
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It is a unique geological masterpiece and a major landmark considered to be the heart of the province of Batangas.
Taal Volcano
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Tingloy shoreline
Tingloy, Batangas
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It is now more popularly known as the center of the center of marine biodiversity
Verde Island, Batangas
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Lago de Oro (Man-made)
Calatagan, Batangas
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Batangas Racing Circuit (Man-made)
Rosario, Batangas
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Fantasy World (Man-made)
Lemery, Batangas
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Batangas Country Club (Man-made)
Batangas City
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Malarayat Golf and Country Club (Manmade)
Lipa City
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It is designated as CALABARZON
Region IV-A
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Regional Center of CALABARZON
Calamba City, Laguna
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Region IV-A is composed of 5 provinces namely:
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Cavite
Laguna
Batangas
Rizal
Quezon
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CALABARZON is formally named as
Southern Tagalog Mainland
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It is located on the southern shores of Manila bay in the Calabarzon Region on Luzon island.
Cavite
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It is one of the most industrialized and one of the fastest growing provinces in the country because of its close proximity to Metro Manila, located just 21 kilometers (13 mi) south of the capital.
Cavite
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It is a highland area in Tagaytay where Palance in the Sky (now called as People’s Park in the Sky) is located.
Tagaytay Ridge
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It is a rest house of a former Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos. Tagaytay Ridge will offer you a majestic view to the smallest volcano in the Philippines, Taal Volcano.
Tagaytay Ridge
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It's a place is found at the bottom of the slope which runs down a steep angle to a brook. Lush greenery surrounds this little valley below it is found.
Inside the cave, an underground river runs for about 50 meters inward A pool of water is formed immediately off the mouth of the cave which leads to the brook.
Cabag Caves
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It hugs the southern shores of __, the largest lake in the country.
Laguna
| Laguna de Bay
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It is notable as the birthplace of Jose Rizal, the country's national hero. It is also famous for attractions like Pagsanjan Falls, theUniversity of the Philippines .
Laguna
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Is a place that has a thriving 'sampaguita-industry' in the Philippines
Laguna
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Take a half-mile walk on the bluffs of Laguna Beach to see spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Stop by the gazebo and look down to the tide pools below. You might come across a plein air painter capturing the scenery, see surfers catching waves at Rockpile Beach, or if you are lucky, catch a glimpse of a pod of dolphins swimming offshore.
Heisler Park
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It is one of the oldest museums in California, it has deep ties to the history and culture of Laguna Beach.
Laguna Art Museum
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It focuses on works created by California artists, and represents the life and history of the state, with one of the most comprehensive collections of California art from the 19th century to present day.
Laguna Art Museum
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It is abbreviated as EK is a theme park in the Philippines. It is located in ___ about 39 kilometers from Manila. It has a land area of 17 hectares. The park is managed and operated by Enchanted Kingdom Inc.
Enchanted Kingdom
| Santa Rosa City, Laguna,
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It is a first class province of the Philippines.
Batangas
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It is the second most active volcano in the Philippines with 33 historical eruptions.
Taal Volcano
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It presents one of the most picturesque and attractive views in the Philippines. It is located about 50 km (31 mi) south of the capital of the country, the city of Manila.
Taal Volcano and Lake
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It is one of the first class provinces of the Philippines located in the CALABARZON region, just 16 kilometers east of Manila.
Rizal
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It was named after the country’s national hero, Jose Rizal.
Rizal
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The provincial capital boasts of a wonderful view of Metro Manila and it is where ___, a waterfall popular with tourists can be found.
Antipolo City
| Hinulugang Taktak
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The province was named after Manuel L. Quezon, the second President of the Philippines
Quezon
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It is southeast of Metro Manila and is bordered by the provinces of Aurora to the north, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna andBatangas to the west and the provinces of Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur to the east
Quezon
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Considered as one of the most important heritage sites in this city, it is now closed to traffic after the new bridge across Dumacaa river was completed. Among the eleven stone measonry bridges that can be found in Tayabas City, it is said to be one of the oldest and longest stone arched bridge
Malagonlong Bridge
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It is the only park that has stairs ot go down not go up. Has a 4 squere. Place in the big City of Lucena City
Perez Park
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we passed by the __ AKA __ from Manila going to Tagkawayan. The park is situated after the core part of the "bituka"(intestine) like road.
If you really have a lot of time, you're not in a hurry and the sun is still out, you might want to stop by and stay for 5-10 minutes to relax and be one with nature. But the place isnt advisable to visit when darkness
Quezon's ZigZag Road
| Bitukang Manok
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It is a Roman catholic basilica located in Tabas, Quezon, Philippines under the Roman Chatholic of Dioses of Lucena.
St. Michael the Archangel
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Its titular is Saint Michael the Archangel, whose feast is celebrated annually on __.
September 29
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Second largest aisle
St. Michael the Archangel
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The church is the largest in the province of Quezon, and is built in the shape of a key. Locals often refer to the church as Susi ng Tayabas "The Key of Tayabas“ The church's 103-metre (338-foot) aisle also has the longest nave among Spanish Colonial era in the Philippines
St. Michael the Archangel
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It is designated as MIMAROPA
Region IV-B
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It is one of two regions in the country having no land border with another region, the other being Eastern Visayas.
Region IV-B
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MIMAROPA is an acronym combination of its constituent provinces, which are:
Mindoro (divided into Occidental Mindoro and Oriental Mindoro), Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan.
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Its main islands include Tablas which is the largest and where there are nine municipalities and followed by Sibuyan with its three towns. Corcuera, Banton, Concepcion and San Jose
Romblon
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The province lies south of Marinduque and Quezon, east of Mindoro, north of Aklan and Capiz, and west of Masbate.
Romblon
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Earning its name from its warm waters, it is a three-tiered cascade that forms three deep pools ideal for bathing. Visitors are advised to bring their own food, drinking water, and gear as the area is secluded and undeveloped.
Mainit Falls, Romblon
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It rise 2,075 meters above sea level in the middle of Sibuyan Island. Wild and unexplored, it is a challenging mountain for seasoned climbers. Before hiking, hiring experienced guides is a must. Wild ferns, orchids, and bonsai dot the rocky trails. The entire island and neighboring Romblon and Marinduque can be seen at the summit of the mountain.
Mt. Guiting-Guiting
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is an island province of the Philippines that is located in the MIMAROPA region. It is the largest province in the country in terms of total area of jurisdiction. Its capital is Puerto Princesa City, but it is governed independently from the province.
Palawan
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It is one of the famous Filipino meriendas Celebrated on June 9.
Sinukmani Festival, Rosario Batangas
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It puts the spotlight on the hardworking bakers or panaderos of Cuenca, The festival includes bread-making contests and festive parade to present the finished products of the bakers and celebrated sometime in June.
Tinapayan Festival
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It originated from the word walis (broom) and the Tagalog slang for incredible (walastik).
Walistik Festival, Lipa City
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It is famous for its white sand beaches and the Malabrigo lighthouse. this town boasts of abundant produce such as tamarind (Lobo is the proud producer of tamarind wine), rice, custard apple (atis), corn kernels, and buli fabrics to name a few.
Anihan Festival, Lobo
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It is part of the week-long celebration of the city’s founding anniversary, July 23. Which is a ceremonial dance to worship the Holy Cross.
Sublian Festival, Batangas City
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Matabungkay beach is famous for the bamboo beach raft or balsa.
Balsa Festival
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Lambayok stands for the three main products of San Juan – lambanog (coconut wine), lambat (fish net), and palayok (clay pot). Celebrated on the second week of December,
Lambayok Festival, San Juan
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This is one of the most notable festivals in the region and I must say, another world-class event, with a Wild Wild West vibe to it.
Kabakahan Festival, Padre Garcia
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It a festival you must see in Balayan Batangas. The celebration is held annually on June 24, and the feast day of San Juan (Saint John the Baptist).
The Parada ng Lechon (roasted pig parade)
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It was also part of the week-long festivity. It was derived from the town’s main products – mais (corn), halaman (plant), gulay (vegetables), niyog (coconut).
The MAHAGUYOG Festival, Batangas
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It which characterizes the union of all the municipalities and cities of this one great province. This festival is in celebration of the province’s foundation anniversary held every December 8th
Ala Eh Festival,Batangas
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A favorite location shooting area of most local and international movies and advertising outfits in the country.This 14-meter high falls is truly a refreshing site.
Daranak Falls, Brgy. Tandang Kutyo, Tanay, Rizal
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Further up the mountain, a smaller yet enchanting falls called __will transport you to another natural paradise.
Batlag Falls, Tanay Rizal
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It is the island where 17 coastal barangays of the municipality of Binangonan are located.
Talim Island, Binangonan, Rizal
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An area on top of a hill along Sumulong Highway where one can have a splendid view of the metropolis.
Overlooking View, Antipolo City
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Located along the a winding mountain road stretching 2 kilometers along Sitio Bugarin,
Pililla View Area, Sitio Bugarin, Pililla, Rizal
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A 200 meter-high mountain which is considered by the locals to be shaped like a lady’s breast.
Susong Dalaga, Brgy. Sapang, Talim Island, Binangonan, Rizal
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Owned by Rafael Pacheco where he conducts his art workshops, demonstrations and lectures.
Uugong Arts and Cultural Park, Brgy. Bombongan, Morong, Rizal
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The town of Antipolo is well-renowned as the host of this mountain resort has picnic cottages, a swimming pool, artificial paths and steps to view the environs and the waterfalls.
Hinulugang Taktak, Taktak Road, Antipolo City
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It is where Andres Bonifacio, together with other 8 katipuneros declared independence from Spain on April 12, 1895
Pamitinan Cave and Wawa Dam, Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
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The festival tends to show the talents of Rizalenos in terms of wood works (hamba) sewing machine (makina), garments designs (kasuotan).
Hamaka Festival
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It is a local word which means “to sway incessantly”. Also, the festivity is also a reenactment of Jesus Christ’s funeral for the said festival is celebrated every Good Friday.
Giwang Giwang Festival, Rizal
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an acronym for Suman, Mangga, Kasuy at Hamaka
Sumakah Festival, Rizal
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It is celebrated on the feast day of San Isidro Labrador (St. Isidore the Worker), the farmer's patron saint from May 15 to 16 as tribute to the water buffalos or carabaos in the farming town of San Isidro, Nueva Ecija, Pulilan, Bulacan, and Angono, Rizal. The carabao or (kalabaw) is the national animal of the Philippines.
Carabao Festival, Rizal
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It commemorates the seven sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is held 7 times each year between the months of April and May. The first is held on the Friday before Palm Sunday and the last falls on Pentecost Sunday
Turumba Festival, Rizal
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Adding color and gaiety to Angono town fiesta, celebrated early the 23rd of November, are the "Higantes", paper to mache to giants measuring four to five feet in diameter and ten to twelve feet in height.
Higantes Festival, Rizal
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It is a 2 week-long province wide event held annually from May 28 to June 12. As its name suggests, the series of events for the festival are held to celebrate the independence day season. The festival was launched in 2005 with a variety of activities such as street dancing, float parade, beauty pageant and trade fair.
Kalayaan Festival, Cavite
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Also called the "Water Festival", the festival is comprised of games, street dancing, photo exhibit, trade fair, concert and water splashing. The festival is done three days from June 22-24 done in celebration of St. John the Baptist.
Regada Festival, Cavite
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- is about celebrating the national flower of the Philippines- the sampaguita flower.
- it is celebrated from February 13-21
Sampaguita Festival, Laguna
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- honors the holy cross, and is celebrated May 31 every year.
- The parade is one of a kind that Floats garlanded with flowers including the image of the Virgin Mary, parade the streets of the town.
Tapusan Festival, Batangas
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- The province of Rizal prides itself with the waterfalls that are considered among the most beautiful natural formations of the Philippines. Not far from Manila,it can be reached by private or public transportation in about 2-3 hours. For less than $1,you can gain entry to the park,and experience an exciting adventure in an enchanting place.
- it is also popular for rock balancing
Daranak and Batlag Waterfalls
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It means "decor" and the May 15th festival showcases a street of houses adorned with fruits, vegetables, agricultural products, handicrafts and kiping, a decoration made from rice flour, which afterwards can be grilled or fried for eating. The houses compete to be declared the best decorated. Tourists visit Lucban every year in May to see the decoration of the houses. There is also a procession for the saint that concludes at the town's beautiful church.
Pahiyas Festival
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Celebrated in Boac town during the town Fiesta (Dec. 😎. This festival celebrates the life cycle of butterflies, the butterfly farming industry being one of the town's more unique industries. This street dancing festival promotes government efforts to make Marinduque the butterfly center of the Philippines.
Bila-Bila Festival, Marinduque
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The agricultural town of Mogpog in the northeastern portion of the island is indebted to their patron saint San Isidro Labrador for their annual harvests. To pay tribute to the saint and to the farmers whose tools labored the land for many months, the local government adopted this which is celebrated annually to coincide with San Isidro Labrador’s feast day of May 13.
Kangga Festival, Marinduque
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“Kangga” in Marinduquenian Tagalog is a sled made of bamboo usually drawn by carabao and is used by farmers to transport tools or harvests from their homes to the fields or to the market. On the day of the festival, holy mass is celebrated in the local church in thanksgiving to San Isidro Labrador.
Kangga Festival, Marinduque
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"Tuba" is the native drink obtained from the coconut tree by the "mangangarit", "tuba" gatherers. A festival in honor of the "mangangarit" and "tuba" drinking, a pastime has been developed in the Brgy. Bagacay, Buenavista. Choreographed street dancing utilizing props of bamboo and coconut materials accompanied by drum and lyre bands.
Tuba-Tuba Festival
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A street dancing festival in Gasan town similarly inspired by the Moriones and the Sinakulo, passion plays. Accompanied by the beat of festival drums, contingents from the different barangays compete for the best in costume and choreography. The drama revolves around the morion tradition and the Resurrection and takes place on Easter Sunday.
Gasang-gasang Festival, Marinduque
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It is a contraction of two Tagalog words, "kalesa", a local horse-drawn vehicle and "kasayahan", festivity. A festival celebrating kalesas in Gasan town during the past decade to generate interest in this form of local transportation and to preserve the few existing ones, has been successfully undertaken in the month of August of every year. This is timed with the town's celebration of its founding anniversary.
Kalesas and horses are decorated gaily with indigenous materials, carrying a young couple dressed up in 'Filipiniana' attire. Photos here show samplings of the village folks ingenuity shown in various expressions of their creativity in decorating, a community project involving men, women and children. Winners often receive cash and livelihood projects for their barangay, village.
Kalesayahan festival
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The abundance of seafood in Sta. Cruz is underlined by this festival celebrated in May during the town fiesta celebration. Costume designs inspired by the likeness and colors of crabs and shrimps are worn by the participants engaged in choreographed movements along the town streets.
Seafood Festival
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Ang Bulating ay idinaraos mula Ash Wednesday hanggang katapusan ng Semana Santa. Nagsimula ito noong 1900 sa Bgy. Malbog bilang ayuno o pamamanata ng pamilyang Ogayre na kilala sa pagkakaroon ng anting-anting. Sina Lolo Julian Ogayre at kapatid niyang si Simplicio ang nagpasimula ng panatang ito ng paglalagay ng "burak" o latik na galing sa buratik sa katawan. Sa loob ng maraming taon, ang pamilya Ogayre at pinamanahang kamag-anakan ng tradisyong ito ang tanging nagsasagawa ng pagbubulating.
Baluting Festival, Marinduque
