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lionunion · 6 months

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Cabanatuan City: Thriving Hub in Central Luzon’s Real Estate Market

Cabanatuan City, nestled in the heart of Nueva Ecija, Philippines, stands as the most populous urban center in the province and ranks fifth in population throughout the Central Luzon region. This city is famously dubbed the “Tricycle Capital of the Philippines” due to the significant number of tricycles plying its streets. With a dynamic economy and an active real estate scene, Cabanatuan is a sought-after location for those seeking to purchase residential properties, be it a house and lot or condominiums.

The city is organized into 89 barangays, the smallest unit of government in the Philippines, which are further categorized into four distinct districts—each represented in the city council. Notable barangays include Aduas Centro, Bangad, Bantug Norte, and Kapitan Pepe, to name a few, each contributing to the city’s diverse community fabric.

Cabanatuan spans 282.75 square kilometers, representing nearly 5% of Nueva Ecija’s total area, and houses a population of 327,325 according to the 2020 census. With a density of 1,158 residents per square kilometer, the city is a melting pot of cultures, predominantly inhabited by Tagalogs, with significant numbers of Ilocanos, Kapampangans, and others, all contributing to a rich cultural tapestry. The primary languages spoken here are Filipino and English, supplemented by Ilocano, Kapampangan, and Pangasinan dialects. Roman Catholicism is the predominant faith, with a presence of other Christian denominations and Islam.

Cabanatuan’s economy is robust, centered on agriculture and complemented by industries such as food processing, furniture, metalworking, and crafts. Malls like SM City Cabanatuan and Robinsons Place Cabanatuan, alongside supermarkets, hotels, and other commercial entities, mark its status as a commercial hub for the province and its neighbors.

The real estate market in Cabanatuan is flourishing, with developers offering a range of affordable and premium residential options. Housing projects like Camella Nueva Ecija and Amaia Scapes Cabanatuan provide a variety of housing models suitable for different lifestyles and budgets, from single-family homes to townhouses and condominiums.

Education is a cornerstone of the city, with institutions such as Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology and Wesleyan University-Philippines providing comprehensive education. The city is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools catering to the foundational education of its youth.

Transportation in Cabanatuan is diverse and well-developed, with the city being accessible by land via the Cagayan Valley Road, by air through its domestic airport, and even by sea in proximity to the Pantabangan Dam. A network of tricycles, jeepneys, taxis, and vans facilitates local commute, highlighting the city’s connectivity.

Cabanatuan City represents a harmonious blend of rural charm and urban amenities, making it an attractive destination for living, working, and investing. It’s a city that honors its historical roots while forging ahead towards a promising future. For those in search of a home in Cabanatuan, whether a house and lot or a condo, the city is an exceptional choice, offering a lifestyle filled with enjoyment and opportunity.

Source: Lionunion Real Estate

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cathmunoz · 11 months

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EASY TO OWN HOMES IN LUMINA CABANATUAN | AIMEE

Enjoy living in this historic and well-balanced city as Lumina Homes bring its line of affordable yet built-to-last rowhouses, townhouses, duplexes, and single firewall home units to Cabanatuan City!

With 5 house-type models for you: Aimee Rowhouse, Angeli Duplex, Armina Duplex, Armina Single Firewall, and Angelique Townhouse, you'll surely find a unit that fits your needs perfectly.

Each house model can have features like a living area, dining & kitchen, 1 to 3 bedroom provisions, 1 toilet & bath, 1 carport provision, and a really nice service area as well.

In addition, residents have access to amenities and Cabanatuan City is in support of a work-life balanced living that almost all of us are after. Hence, if you're looking for a residential site that offers an affordable house and lot in Cabanatuan, Lumina Cabanatuan is your best pick.

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luminalesty · 1 year

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Affordable House and Lot In Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecijah

Lumina Homes' Armina Sinle Firewall Model is a 42 square meter home on a regular 54 square meter lot. Its features include a living area, dining & kitchen, 3 bedroom, 1 toilet & bath, 1 carport provision, and service area.

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malabanan25 · 1 year

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bryantcahigan · 2 years

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Palawan Massacre Survivor

In August 1942, the Japanese sent 346 American POW's from the Manila area to compound known as Camp 10-A on Palawan to build an airfield at Puerto Princesa City. These 346 American soldiers were routinely beaten, starved and abuse and forced to work. Glenn "Mac" McDole is one of the soldier that was sent to Palawan. Before the Japanese sent the POWs to Palawan, McDole first was sent to the infamous Cabanatuan No. 1, where he quickly decided that it was nothing but a death camp. Ten to 15 men died every day of malnutrition, vitamin deficiency, and a variety of contagious diseases. He stated that “I never saw so many fellows dying each day,” McDole recalled. “No medicines or anything.” McDole knew that it was only a matter of time until the same thing happened to him, and he searched a way to get out of the camp. One day the Japanese need more men to build an airstrip, they shouted "Need men, Need men" "Three Hundred go to Manila" McDole didn't even hesitate and raised his hands despite the old Corps adage. On August 12, 1942 McDole was sent to Palawan, his home for the next two-and-a-half years. Upon their arrival, the prisoners were met by the commander of the 131st Airfield Battalion, Captain Nagayoshi Kojima, nicknamed “the Weasel” by the POWs. “Kojima stood on a little pedestal so he could look down on us,” McDole remembered. “In a squeaky voice, he would say, ‘Americans Today we build roads. But McDole knew that it was a lie, "we were to build an airstrip" and they worked there for almost 3 years. On December 14, 1944, Commander Tomoyuki Yamashita Imperial ordered the Japanese to annihilate the remaining POWs at the camp "Due to change the sudden change of situation". U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Glenn “Mac” McDole saw the Japanese soldiers coming from the entranceway of his trench air raid shelter. “I saw five [Japanese] soldiers go up to one of the air raid shelters and throw buckets of gasoline into the entrance,” Private Sawa stated. “This was followed by two men, who threw lighted torches into the opening.” McDole watched his allies in agony and pain. Glenn McDole escaped the trench with one of his ally and was evacuated on January 21, 1945.

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ieltscoachphil · 2 years

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innspubnet · 2 years

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Diversity and species composition of mangroves species in Pilar | Research Paper By JBES

Fig. 1. Map of selected quadrats in a sampling area Mr. Krystel Grace V. Padilla, Joey G. Martizano, and June Alexis Santos from the institute of the Chemistry and Environmental Science Department, College of Arts and Sciences, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines wrote a research paper entitled “Diversity and species composition of…

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#Conservation status #diversity #Dominance #jbes #Journal of Biodiversity #Mangroves management

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margarettejay2004 · 2 years

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THE BIOGRAPHY OF GENERAL GREGORIO H. DEL PILAR

This is the biography of General Gregorio H. Del Pilar aka Going. He was born in 1875 in Bulacan, Philippines. Her Mother’s name is Felipa Sempio and His Father’s name is Fernando H. Del Pilar. Going parents were just simple people who lives in Bulacan. Going was a nephew of Marcelo H. Del Pilar who was a propagandist. A sharpshooter and an intrepid officer, Goyo’s to begin with major battle were within the Fight of Kakarong in Bulacan. From that point, he was advanced time and once more until he was made full common at the age of 23. He was called “Boy General” because at the age of 23 he became general. And he was also the youngest general. As one of the youngest generals in the Revolutionary Army, he was known for the successful assault on the Spanish barracks in the municipality of Paombong, his victory on the first phase Battle of Quingua, and his last stand at the Battle of Tirad Pass during the Philippine–American War. He was also known as a lady’s man and was described by National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin as the "Byron of Bulacan". General Del Pilar has badass childhood, for General Del Pilar because he was famous for women. Many women love her because of the glamorous face that almost every woman is obsessed with. As a child, he completed his essential instruction beneath Maestros Monico Estrella and Romualdo Sempio sometime recently being sent to think about in Manila. He was selected at the Ateneo Metropolitan de Manila at the age of 15, where he was evaluated great in Latin, Greek, Spanish, and French, average in logic, and amazing in math and polynomial math. Amid his ponders within the Ateneo, he remained within the house of his fatherly close relative, Hilaria H. del Pilar, and her spouse, the advocate Deodato Arellano. He made a difference in his uncle conveying progressive handouts and other materials. There was one occurrence in Malolos, where del Pilar stole duplicates of the book Cuesteones de sumo intrigued from the area cleric, Father Felipe García, who had a propensity of conveying counter-revolutionary materials after mass. These books were set to be disseminated after the mass. Del Pilar evacuated the book covers and glued the flyer's interior sometime recently disseminating them after. Del Pilar wrapped up his single man of expressions in Walk 1896. And In June 5, 1899 in Cabanatuan City Nueva Ecija. Del Pilar At the age of 31, he was shot dead. in an attack led by a disgruntled Filipino Sergeant. If until now General Del Pilar was still alive, I think he will be famous for most young best general in the Philippines. Back in their life, I think General was so happy because if he did not die I think he is married now to the love of his life Remedios Nable Jose. General Del Pilar will remember when I see young soldiers who fight for our country I will say that he was like General del Pilar at his age.

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keiyoomi · 4 years

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Weather Bulletin from PAGASA as of 8PM

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal no. 4

AFFECTED AREAS

Luzon - Catanduanes and the eastern portion of Camarines Sur (Siruma, Tinambac, Goa, Lagonoy, San Jose, Garchitorena, Presentacion, Caramoan)

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal no. 3

AFFECTED AREAS

Luzon - Camarines Norte, the rest of Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Burias and Ticao Islands, Marinduque, and the southern portion of Quezon (Atimonan, Pagbilao, Padre Burgos, Agdangan, Unisan, Plaridel, Gumaca, Pitogo, Macalelon, Lopez, General Luna, Catanauan, Mulanay, San Francisco, San Andres, San Narciso, Buenavista, Guinayangan, Tagkawayan, Calauag, Quezon, Alabat, Perez)

Visayas - Northern Samar

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal no. 2

AFFECTED AREAS

Luzon - Pampanga, Bulacan, the southern portion of Nueva Ecija (Cabiao, San Isidro, Gapan City, General Tinio, Peñaranda, San Antonio, Jaen, San Leonardo, Santa Rosa, Cabanatuan City, Palayan City, Laur, Gabaldon, Bongabon), the southern portion of Zambales (San Marcelino, San Felipe, San Narciso, San Antonio, Castillejos, Subic, Olongapo City), Bataan, Metro Manila, Rizal, Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, the southern portion of Aurora (Maria Aurora, San Luis, Baler, Dingalan), the rest of Quezon including Polillo Islands, the rest of Masbate, Romblon, Oriental Mindoro, and Occidental Mindoro including Lubang Island

Visayas - The northern portion of Samar (Catbalogan City, Jiabong, Motiong, Paranas, Hinabangan, San Sebastian, Tarangnan, San Jorge, San Jose de Buan, Matuguinao, Gandara, Santa Margarita, Calbayog City, Santo Nino, Almagro, Tagapul-An), the northern portion of Eastern Samar (San Julian, Sulat, Taft, Can-Avid, Dolores, Maslog, Oras, San Policarpo, Arteche, Jipapad), the extreme northern portion of Antique (Pandan, Libertad, Caluya), and the northwestern portion of Aklan (Buruanga, Malay, Nabas, Ibajay)

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal no. 1

AFFECTED AREAS

Luzon - The rest of Zambales, Tarlac, the rest of Nueva Ecija, the rest of Aurora, Pangasinan, La Union, the southern portion of Ilocos Sur (Quirino, Gregorio Del Pilar, Salcedo, San Emilio, Candon City, Galimuyod, Santa Lucia, Cervantes, Sigay, Santa Cruz, Suyo, Tagudin, Alilem, Sugpon), Mountain Province, Benguet, Ifugao, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, the central and southern portions of Isabela (Mallig, Quirino, Ilagan, Roxas, San Manuel, Burgos, Gamu, Palanan, San Mariano, Benito Soliven, Naguilian, Reina Mercedes, Luna, Aurora, Cabatuan, San Mateo, Cauayan City, Dinapigue, San Guillermo, Echague, San Agustin, Jones, Angadanan, Alicia, San Isidro, Ramon, Santiago City, Cordon), and Calamian Islands

Visayas - Biliran, the northern portion of Antique (Sebaste, Culasi), the rest of Aklan, the northern portion of Capiz (Jamindan, Mambusao, Sapi-An, Ivisan, Roxas City, Panay, Pilar, Sigma, Dao, Panitan, Pontevedra, President Roxas), and the northern portion of Iloilo (Carles, Balasan, Estancia, Batad)

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janjanenrico · 3 months

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Luzon Cisco Transport Inc. 968

Bus builder: King Long United Automobile Industry Co., Ltd. Model: King Long Eurostar XMQ6118JB Coach Transmission: Manual Area of operation: Provincial operation Fare type: Airconditioned Plate No.: AWA 165 Country of origin: Mainland China Route: Cabanatuan City Nueva Ecija - Cubao Quezon City via Gapan Nueva Ecija

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gorofellatravelblog · 4 years

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Region 2 : Cagayan Valley

The Captivating “Callao Cave”

Callao Cave is located in the Barangays of Magdalo and Quibal in the municipality of Peñablanca, about 24 km (15 mi) northeast of Tuguegarao City, the capital of Cagayan province.

The Callao Cave is the leading attraction in the Peñablanca Protected Landscape and Seascape. The Callao Cave is composed of seven chambers which are The Column, Chapel, Skeleton, Elephant’s Head, Praying Angel, Rocket, Lion’s Head and Dog’s Head Formations. The place draws a dramatic picture and each natural narrow above that the streams of light coming from the sun gets into the cave, serving as illumination of the wall through its opening.

How to get there?

From Manila ride a bus bound to Tuguegarao, from terminals located in Cubao or along Buendia Avenue. The travel time is about 10 to 12 hours and the fare are around Php 600.00 per head. From Tuguegarao City rent a trike for at least Php 400.00 round trip. Or otherwise if you were alone you can take a shared ride at Peñatoda (tricycle station in Tuguegarao Riverside to Callao Caves Resort) approximately the fare would be Php 40.00 per head then, a 2 minutes boat ride to Callao Caves for Php 20.00 per head.

What to do in Callao Cave and nearby places?

Callao Cave is relatively easy to explore or what we called spelunking, it is about 184 steps staircase that lead to the cave entrance, showcasing different kinds of its seven chambers and the conditions inside the cave have caused the formation of stalactites and stalagmites, and many other formations.

You may want to maximize your exploration by experiencing riding a boat for only Php 300.00 a boat to explore the one of the largest tributaries of the Cagayan River, the “Pinacanauan River” the longest, widest and most powerful river in the Philippines. Activities that can do river rafting or boating, kayaking, fishing, and swimming while the mountains are perfect for trekking and mountaineering

Cuisines

Batil Patung is a Tuguegarao original. Batil means mix and patung means top or topping. The noodles in Batil Patung are the flat kind. The topping consists of sautéed beef or, I guess, carabeef, bean sprouts, sliced leeks, julienned carrots, crushed chicharon, meat loaf slices and fried egg. It comes with a cup of egg drop soup meant to be sipped or mixed with the pancit. Chopped red onions, calamansi and chili peppers are also served.

Every place has their own distinctive type of cuisines, and the way they prepare and cook it and the way it represents their own unique place and culture.

Economy

The Cagayan Valley’s major industries are agriculture with rice and corn as main crops, livestock production of cattle, hog, carabaos and poultry, furniture making of rattan and other indigenous materials, fishing especially along the coast of Cagayan, Isabela and Batanes and Magat Dam in Isabela and also exportation of fruits, fruit preserves and vegetables.

Culture

The friendly Ivatans of Batanes, they are considered as “True Insulares,” they can be found greeting their visitors and tourists walking along the streets of the island province. The Ivatan's culture have been largely influenced by the climate of Batanes. Due to the severe climatic disruptions to their agriculture, they have developed some successful strategies to protect their food supply and their way of life.

One of the endemic clothing of the Ivatans is the vakul. A vakul is a headgear designed to protect the wearer from sun and rain. It is made from vuyavuy palm fiber. The ivatan people are given opportunity to showcase their uniqueness in culture, structure of their houses and other traditions.

Author: Ella Mae Ubana

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Region 3: Central Luzon

Where is the best tourist attraction in Central Luzon?

Let’s go to Minalungao National Park!

Minalungao National Park is a protected area of the Philippines located in the municipality of General Tinio, Nueva Ecija in Central Luzon. The park covers an area of 2,018 hectares centered along the scenic Peñaranda River bordered on both sides by up to 16-meter high limestone walls in the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range. The park is considered as one of the few remaining natural environments in this region north of Manila. It is promoted by the local government as an ecotourism destination offering breath-taking scenery of green pristine river and unique rock formations. A system of unexplored caverns has also been identified as potential attractions. Facilities for picnics, swimming, fishing, raft riding and cliff diving have likewise been put up to draw more visitors.

How to get there?

Ride a bus bound to Gapan / Cabanatuan thru ES Terminal at Cubao. Travel time is 2 hours (depending on traffic) for P200 pesos per way. Alight at Gapan Puregold . From Gapan, ride a tricycle going straight to Minalungao National Park. Travel time is 1 hour and 15 minutes. There are so many tricycles in Gapan that could lead you straight to Gapan (there is no standard rate, but the cheapest we got was P600 for 4 pax for 2 way already). The booked tricycle will take you straight to Minalungao and fetch you at a certain time you prefer.

What to do?

There are plenty activities to do in Minalungao National Park. First, Bamboo Rafting and Swimming, you can rent a bamboo raft and go through the blue-green Peñaranda River surrounded white limestone. Second, Hanging Bridge, thrill-seekers will love to cross in the steel hanging bridge overlooking the narrow natural passage of Minalungao National Park. Third, Hiking or Trekking, from the hanging bridge, you can also hike a thousand steps to a grotto and glass cross. Fourth, Zipline, adventurers can zip line across the river. Fifth, Cliff Diving, and Sixth, Spelunking or Caving, further on a park trail is a cool cave waiting to be explored.

Cuisine

Every province seems to have its own version of longganisa and Nueva Ecija is no exception. For breakfast, be sure to try Cabanatuan garlic longganisa, a very savory variant of the well-loved sausage typically made of ground pork and spices. If you prefer your longganisa on the sweet side, try batotay, a beef-based longganisa coated with a distinctive sweet sauce. You can also pass by the wet market to buy strings of longganisa to take home.

Economy

Central Luzon is a major contributor to the Philippine economy. It accounted for 8.98 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2013. GDP grew by 4.30 percent. Agriculture, Hunting, Forestry and Fishing sector comprised 16.97 percent of the regional economy and it was 5.37 percent in 2013. Central Luzon contains the largest plain in the country with its agricultural plains accounting for about 40% of the region’s area. It produces most of the country's rice supply, earning itself the nickname "Rice Bowl of the Philippines or Rice Granary of the Philippines". Excess rice is delivered and imported to other provinces of the Philippines. Although rice is the major crop, its vast and fertile plains are highly suitable for growing almost all agricultural crops. It has long coast lines rich with marine fishing grounds in Bataan, Zambales and Aurora. About 45 percent of the region’s area is devoted to forestlands. Gold, silver, chromite, limestone, marble, clay, sand and gravel abound in either Zambales or Bulacan.

Culture

Sinukwan Festival is a weeklong festival that captures the soul of San Fernando City. It is best described as the essence of the Kapampangan Spirit. Sinukwan is a cultural festival, so you would expect that most of the events are steeped in the traditional culture of the natives. A festival of this magnitude in the Philippines is incomplete without the spectacular street dances that bring locals together in a remarkably fluid manner.

Author: Rofe Mae Lugatiman

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Region 4A: CALABARZON

Tagaytay Picnic Grove

Tagaytay Picnic Grove is located in Tagaytay City province of Cavite. Known as having a panoramic or scenic view of Taal Lake and Taal Volcano which claims the title for being the world’s smallest volcano. A recreational place where tourist can relax in the pavilion picnic huts and feel the cool Tagaytay weather, sight-seeing, picture taking at the view deck, stroll through the eco trail, enjoy horseback riding and ziplining activities. Tagaytay Picnic Grove is managed by the city government.

How to get there?

Picnic Grove is located along the Tagaytay-Calamba Road, approximately 10 minutes away from Olivarez Plaza, Emilio Aguinaldo Highway.

1. Bus: Take a bus ride from Uniwide Coastal Mall in Paranaque. Make your way to the Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), also called South West Integrated Provincial Terminal. Board a bus bound for Tagaytay, Mendez (neighboring town), or Nasugbu.

DLTB Terminal at LRT Buendia area (near LRT Gil Puyat Station), Pasay City. Board the bus bound for either Nasugbu or Calatagan. This will be taking South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and Carmona Exit and will pass through Tagaytay.

Fare would be around be Php 87.00. and the travel time is 2-3 hours, (depending on traffic conditions.) Might be much longer during rush hour.

2. Private Car or Van: From Olivarez Plaza, head south towards the Tagaytay Rotonda and merge into the Tagaytay-Calamba Road. Follow along the stretch of the road. Along the way, Discovery Country Suites Tagaytay, Tagaytay South Ridge Estates and the Development Academy of the Philippines. Picnic Grove is on the right side of the road.

Entrance fee is php 50.00

Parking Fee: P35, cars; P50, vans or jeepneys.

Zipline & Cable Car Rates:

Weekdays: 1-way ride, P200; 2-way ride, P300.

Weekend/Holidays: 1-way ride, P300; 2-way ride, P400.

Hut/Cottage Rental: P100, P150, P300, P500

Cuisine

Bulalo is a traditional Filipino soup that is prepared by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until the fat and collagen dissolve into the broth, resulting in a robust flavor of the dish. The soup is a specialty of the Luzon region, where it is traditionally consumed during cold weather, when it is usually served for dinner. It’s main ingredients are Beef, cabbage, chinese cabbage, corn, fish sauce, garlic, onion, potatoes, lemon.

Economy

The region’s natural resources and its history plays a major role in regional economy. Cavite and Laguna are homes to various historical sites, such as the Rizal Shrine in Calamba City, the tallest Jose Rizal Statue in the World, that is located in Calamba City and the Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite.

Culture

The region 4A CALABARZON is rich in history, is also rich in cultural traditions. There historical landmarks, monuments, old churches, and shrines got the region’s landscape. Laguna is known for embroidery, wood carving, and papier-mâché (locally known as taka). Quezon has harvest festivals and flamboyantly decorated houses. Rizal has artisan villages and art galleries.

Author: Ella Mae Ubana

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Region 4B: MIMAROPA

Where is the best tourist attraction in MIMAROPA?

Let’s go to Palawan Island!

Palawan is the largest island of the province of Palawan in the Philippines and the fifth largest island of the country. Much of the island remains traditional and is considered by some as under-developed. Abundant wildlife, jungle mountains, and some white sandy beaches attract many tourists, as well as international companies looking for development opportunities. As of 2016, the main island of Palawan was rated the "Most Beautiful Island in the World" as voted by respective readers of rival travel publications Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure. It is the second year running that Palawan has won the Conde Nast Traveller award, as well as the second time in four years that it has occupied Travel & Leisure's top spot (2013). El Nido, located at the northern tip of the island, is also currently rated the "Most Beautiful Beach in the World" by Conde Nast Traveller readers.

How to get there?

1. Flying from Manila to Puerto Princesa

Most tourists coming to El Nido land on Palawan Island in Puerto Princesa International Airport, through a direct flight from Manila. The two main companies operating daily flights between the two cities are Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines.

2. Taking a van from Puerto Princesa to El Nido

The journey usually continues with a van direct from Puerto Princesa airport up to El Nido bus terminal. Your van transfer will take between 4:30 and 6 hours, depending on the time of the day, and the price for a seat is around P600 to P700.

3. Riding a tricycle to get to El Nido town

Finally, your van will stop in Corong-Corong bus terminal. This is located just 5 minutes away from El Nido Poblacion (the proper town) with a tricycle. You’ll just have to ask you to one of the drivers to take your hotel or guesthouse. During the day, the normal price is P15 per person, but at night, the rates goes up and the tricycle drivers will ask you P50 minimum.

Cuisine

Mindoro's rich marine life strongly influences the local industry and cuisine. It is popular for Adobong Pugita, Octopus Adobo. Adobong Pugita is made with mature octopus that is cooked in soy and vinegar sauce. If cooked perfectly, the dish yields a very flavorful and succulent octopus that is well-matched with steamed rice. It is usually served as a main entree for lunch or dinner or as an accompaniment to beer in the Philippines.

Economy

The region’s economy relies mostly on agriculture, fishing and ecotourism, making it one of the strongest in the country. MIMAROPA is one of the Philippine’s top producers of rice, banana, coconut, mango, cashew, papaya and cassava, which are included among the country’s top export products. The region is the second top fish producer in the country, and its output makes up almost 14% of the Philippine’s total produce annually from 2002-2004. MIMAROPA also ranks as the second top producer of seaweeds, representing 21% of the country’s total output.

Culture

Palawan is not just an island of beauty and abundant resources but a place with colorful and creative culture. In these festivals, the people of Palawan would usually conduct colorful street parades and wear creative costumes. These street dances are one of the most awaited competitions during festivals. The people of Palawan are given the opportunity to exhibit their unique culture, each municipality’s delicacy, and products and many other things related to the festivity.

Author: Rofe Mae Lugatiman

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‘Rolly’ weakens into typhoon; another tropical storm enters PAR

#PHnews: ‘Rolly’ weakens into typhoon; another tropical storm enters PAR

MANILA – “Rolly” weakened into a typhoon while Tropical Storm Siony slightly intensified as it entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Sunday.

In its 11 a.m. weather bulletin, PAGASA said the eye of Typhoon Rolly was located over the coastal waters of Pasacao, Camarines Sur.

It is moving westward at 25 kilometer per hour with maximum sustained winds of 215 kilometers per hour (kph) and gustiness of up to 295 kph.

The weather bureau said catastrophic violent winds and intense to torrential rainfall associated with the region of the eyewall and inner rainbands of the typhoon is expected within the next 12 hours over the western portion of Camarines Sur, Marinduque, the central and southern portions of Quezon, Laguna, the eastern portion of Batangas, and Cavite due to Typhoon Rolly.

“Rolly” is forecast to slightly weaken as it exits the mainland Luzon landmass and emerge over the Philippine Sea between Sunday night and Monday earning morning, it added.

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 4 is up in Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, the northern portion of Sorsogon (Donsol, Pilar, Castilla, Sorsogon City, Prieto Diaz, Gubat, Barcelona, Juban, Casiguran, Magallanes), Burias Island, Marinduque, Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon including Polillo Islands, Pampanga, Bulacan, the southern portion of Aurora (Dingalan), Bataan, the southern portion of Zambales (San Marcelino, San Felipe, San Narciso, San Antonio, Castillejos, Subic, Olongapo City, Botolan, Cabangan), the northwestern portion of Occidental Mindoro (Mamburao, Paluan) including Lubang Island, and the northern portion of Oriental Mindoro (Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, Baco, Calapan City, Naujan, Pola, Victoria, Socorro, Pinamalayan).

PAGASA said a very intense typhoon will affect the locality and winds of greater than 171 kph up to 220 kph may be expected in at least 12 hours.

Areas under TCWS No. 3 are rest of Sorsogon, the northern portion of Masbate (Mobo, Masbate City, Milagros, Uson, Baleno, Aroroy, Mandaon) including Ticao Island, the rest of Zambales, Romblon, the rest of Occidental Mindoro, the rest of Oriental Mindoro, Tarlac, the southern portion of Nueva Ecija (Cuyapo, Talugtug, Muñoz City, Llanera, Rizal, Bongabon, Gabaldon, General Tinio, Laur, Palayan City, General Mamerto Natividad, Cabanatuan City, Santa Rosa, Peñaranda, Gapan City, San Isidro, Cabiao, San Antonio, Jaen, San Leonardo, Zaragoza, Aliaga, Talavera, Santo Domingo, Quezon, Licab, Guimba, Nampicuan), and the central portion of Aurora (San Luis, Baler, Maria Aurora), and Northern Samar.

TCWS No. 2 is now up in the rest of Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Benguet, La Union, Pangasinan, the rest of Nueva Ecija , the rest of Masbate, northern portion of Samar (Catbalogan City, Jiabong, Motiong, Paranas, Hinabangan, San Sebastian, Tarangnan, Pagsanghan, San Jorge, San Jose de Buan, Matuguinao, Gandara, Santa Margarita, Calbayog City, Santo Nino, Almagro, Tagapul-An), the northern portion of Eastern Samar (San Julian, Sulat, Taft, Can-Avid, Dolores, Maslog, Oras, San Policarpo, Arteche, Jipapad), the extreme northern portion of Antique (Pandan, Libertad, Caluya), and the northwestern portion of Aklan (Buruanga, Malay, Nabas, Ibajay).

Mainland Cagayan, Isabela, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Abra, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, and the northern portion of Palawan (El Nido, Taytay, Dumaran, Araceli), Cuyo Islands, rest of the northern portion of Antique (Sebaste, Culasi, Tibiao, Barbaza, Laua-An), the rest of Aklan, Capiz, the northern portion of Iloilo (Lemery,Sara,Concepcion, San Dionisio, Batad, Estancia, Balasan, Carles), the northern portion of Cebu (San Remigio, Bogo City, Medellin, Daanbantayan) including Bantayan Islands, Biliran, the rest of Samar, the rest of Eastern Samar, and the northern portion of Leyte (San Isidro, Tabango, Villaba, Matag-Ob, Palompon, Ormoc City, Pastrana, Palo, Calubian, Leyte, Kananga, Capoocan, Carigara, Jaro, Tunga, Barugo, Alangalang, Santa Fe, Tacloban City, Babatngon, San Miguel) are under TCWS No. 1.

On the other hand, “Siony” is forecast to move generally northwestward at 30 kph with maximum sustained winds of 75 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 90 kph. It remains less likely to affect any portion of the country over the next two to three days, the PAGASA said. (PNA)

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References:

* Philippine News Agency. "‘Rolly’ weakens into typhoon; another tropical storm enters PAR." Philippine News Agency. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1120401 (accessed November 01, 2020 at 11:11PM UTC+14).

* Philippine News Agency. "‘Rolly’ weakens into typhoon; another tropical storm enters PAR." Archive Today. https://archive.ph/?run=1&url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1120401 (archived).

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