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Batanes

February 16th, 2008 · 3 Comments

Batanes
Land area: 230 square kilometers, Population: 18,000
Major industry: Garlic and cattle
Language: Ivatan (an Austronesian language, with pidgin Spanish and Chinese accent)

Interesting Destinations In Batanes:

  • House of Dakay (1887) a UNESCO heritage building
  • Lighthouses of Batanes
  • St. Dominic de Guzman Parish Cathedral
  • Payaman - a pasture overlooking farm fields & the Pacific Ocean
  • Beaches - Chadpidan Beach, White Beach
  • Songsong Ruins
  • Nakaboang Beach, Ark & Cave
  • Sumhao Wind Power Plant
  • Burial Caves - Pre-historic burial caves in the town of Itbayat
  • Mahatao View Deck

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Tags: Islands · Mountains · Tourist Destinations

Tagaytay

November 4th, 2007 · 1 Comment

Next to Baguio, Tagaytay is paradise philippines’s 2nd summer capital with it’s cold temperature even in hot season. Around 1-2 hours drive from Manila, Tagaytay is certainly a top tourist destination with its majestic view of the Taal, world’s smallest volcano and the beautiful view of the lake sorrounding it.

Tagaytay is also know as a haven of the best tasting fruits wherein you can buy a lot along the major roads. Upon visiting, you can stay at the Taal Vista Lodge Hotel for the best rates and provides a great scenic view. It is also near The Gardens wherein you can have your picnic or buffet lunch.

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Tags: Philippines · Tourist Destinations