Land of Beauty and Bravery

Population census of Batangas

Year Pop. ±% p.a.

1990 1,476,783 —

1995 1,658,567 +2.20%

2000 1,905,348 +3.02%

2007 2,245,869 +2.29%

2010 2,377,395 +2.09%

Source: National Statistics Office[2]

• Batangas, famous for its “kapeng barako”, was once known as the world’s coffee capital. The development of Batangas City into an international port induced multinational firms to invest in the area. It is becoming a suite of several large scale manufacturing industries, petroleum refineries, sugar centrals, food and beverage companies, to name a few. Batangas has magnificent beaches and there are dive resorts sprinkled throughout the province.

• The dialect of Tagalog spoken in the province closely resembles the Old Tagalog spoken before the arrival of the Spanish. Hence the Summer Institute of Linguistics called this province the heartland of the Tagalog Language. A strong presence of the Tagalog culture is clearly visible to the present day.

• Linguistically Batangueños are also known for their unique affectation of often placing the particles eh or ga (equivalent to the particle ba in Filipino), usually as a marker of stress on the sentence, at the end of their spoken sentences or speech; for example: "Ay, oo, eh!" ("Aye, yes, indeed!"). Some even prolong the particle 'eh' into 'ala eh', though it really has no meaning in itself.

• Batangas City is the principal port for ferry access to Mindoro, Tablas, Romblon, and other islands. Montenegro Lines is the largest of a number of passenger shipping companies operating out of Batangas. Condensate tankers offload at Batangas in sizeable quantity.

• Barradas Airfield in Tanauan City

• Calatagan (Hacienda Zobel) Airstrip in Calatagan

Jeepneys, Tricycles are also available for land transportation

• MAN-MADE ATTRACTIONS

• ♦ Lago de Oro (Calatagan) ♦ Batangas Racing Circuit (Rosario) ♦ Fantasy World (Lemery) ♦ Batangas Country Club (Batangas City) ♦ Malarayat Golf and Country Club (Lipa City)

• NATURAL ATTRACTIONS

• ♦ Anilao diving spots (Mabini) ♦ Calatagan Mangrove Forest Conservation Park (Calatagan)

• ♦ Mt. Batulao (Nasugbu) ♦ Mt. Malarayat (Lipa City)

• ♦ Taal Lake and Volcano

• ♦ Tingloy shoreline (Tingloy)

• ♦ Verde Island Passage

• ♦ Pico de Loro

• Via Sta. Rosa – Tagaytay – Nasugbu route (Western Side) Drives you to the scenic view of Taal Volcano, and to the resorts and hotels in Nasugbu, Lian, Calatagan, Lemery and Balayan.

• Via Star Highway – Lipa route (Eastern Side) Brings you to diving sites of Anilao and Laiya, and the resorts and hotels in Lipa City, Bauan, San Juan and Mabini.

• 3-4 hours trip to Batangas from Cubao.

• Batangas Bulalo

• Batangas Lomi

• Batangas Goto

• Taghilaw

• Adobo sa Dilaw

• Deep fried Tawilis

• Tinapa

• Sinaing na Tulingan

• Tapang Taal and Longganisang Taal

• Kalderetang Kambing

• Canyon Cove Hotel and Spa - ₱3,380 - ₱8,627

• The Suites of Mount Malarayat - ₱2,045 - ₱2,979

• Hotel La Corona de Lipa - ₱2,045 - ₱2,535

Historical Capital of the Philippines

Land Area: 1,574.17 km2

Capital: Imus

Barangays: 829

Municipalities: 17 Spoken Languages: Tagalog, Chavacano

• The name "Cavite" comes from the Hispanicized form of kawit or it may be a corruption of kalawit, Tagalog words for "hook", in reference to the small hook-shaped peninsula jutting out to Manila Bay. The name originally applied to the peninsula, Cavite La Punta (now Cavite City) and the adjacent lowland coastal area of Cavite Viejo (now Kawit).

• Another theory proposes that the name is a Hispanicized form of kabit, Tagalog for "joined", "connected", or "attached", referring to the peninsula's topographical relation to the mainland. Edmund Roberts, in his 1821 memoir, stated that the "natives" called it Caveit due to the "crooked point of land extending into the sea."

• Buses from Cubao and Pasay

• Jeepneys from Baclaran and Alabang

• FX and Vans

• Via Cavitex or Coastal Road

• Kalayaan Festival-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.

• Regada Festival-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

• Tagaytay

• Cabag Cave

• Balite Falls

• Gat Andres Bonifacio Memorial Shrine

• Corregidor

• Thirteen Martyrs Centennial Plaza

• Aguinaldo Shrine

• Carmona Racing Circuit

• Golf Courses

• Malls

• Bitchokoy/bibingkoy-bibingkoy- a rice cake, rice batter surrounding sweetened monggo, cooked then served with a sauce made of a mixture of sweetened coconut milk thickened with rice flour, and sweetened with langka (jackfruit) and sago.

• Pansit Pusit-sotanghon noodles made black with squid ink garnished with chicharon (pork crackling) and sliced kamias (bilimbi) on top.

• Tamales-full of peanuts and egg on top of the steamed rice base

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The Palm State

• 191.1 km southeast of Manila

• Neighboring Provinces

• West: Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna and Batangas

• Southeast: Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur

• Capital: Lucena City

• In terms of land area, Quezon is one of the biggest provinces in the Southern Tagalog region. It spreads over 870,660 hectares

• Population : 1,679,030

• Municipalities:40

• Language : Tagalog is widely spoken by the populace, with the characteristic lilt common to the locate.

• At one time, Quezon was under the jurisdiction of various provinces. In 1858, the central portion was under the authority of Batangas. The northern portion was divided between Laguna and Nueva Ecija while the other portion was divided between the provinces of Mindoro, Marinduque, and Camarines.

• In 1591, Tayabas was created into a province under the name of Kalilayan. On 12 March 1902, the civil government was established in Tayabas with Lucena as its capital. On 12 June 1902, the district of Principe, formerly under Nueva Ecija, and the district of Infanta, including Polillo, was annexed to Tayabas.

• Tayabas was among the first provinces to rise up in arms against Spain. At the close of Filipino-American hostilities, a civil government was established in the province in 1901, and Lucena was appointed the capital.

• On 7 September 1946, Tayabas was renamed Quezon Province in honor of President Manuel L. Quezon, president of the Philippine Commonwealth, who hailed from the town of Baler. Later, in 1951, a northern municipality, Aurora, was created into a subprovince, and named in honor of the President’s spouse, Doña Aurora Quezon.

• 2h and 54 min trip from Quezon City to Quezon Province.

• JAC Liner offers bus trips from Cubao to Lucena

• There exists a Lucena Airport, but no commercial flights come to the city.

• Pahiyas Festival-During the Pahiyas Festival in Lucban all the homes in the procession’s itinerary are decorated with fruits, vegetables, agricultural products and kiping. The kiping is a leaf-shaped wafer made of rice (similar to tacos of Spain) and dyed in bright colours. No one really eats kiping anymore and it is solely used as a decoration.The celebration is a form of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest and in honour of the patron saint of farmers, San Isidro de Labrador.

• Candle Festival-This is the celebration of the ritual purification of Mary, which, as required by Jewish law, took place forty days after the birth of her child. Candle Festival is February 2. The first celebration took place in the late seventh or early eight centuries. The custom of blessing the candles that were carried in processions gave the day its popular name of candle Festival.

• Claro M. Recto Shrine

• Gintong Yaman ng Quezon Museum

• Lucban Church

• San Antonio de Alcala Fortress

• Lamon Bay

• Mt. Banahaw

• Tikub Lake

• Pinais-a dish made from grated coconut meat, apta, and kamamba leaves, and wrapped in banana leaf.

• Hardinera-a famous meatloaf dish that originated in Quezon Province

• Pinagong-True to its name, it’s shaped like a turtle, and has an exterior that’s tough to crack. But once you bite into the hard shell, buttery flavors will overwhelm your taste buds

• Unday-unday-a popular Christmas delicacy made from grounded sticky rice, its powder kneaded like balls and cooked with coconut milk and caramelized sugar.

• Pansit Habhab-made from dried flour noodles or miki. It is called habhab because of the way it’s eaten. The noodles – topped with sauteed vegetables, chorizo and quail eggs – are served on a banana leaf where you can eat them directly without using spoon and fork.

• Chami-a traditional dish in Lucena composed of stir-fried flat miki noodles and sauteed meat and vegetables

• Longganisang Lucban-famous for its distinct garlic flavor that is made richer by its coconut vinegar dip

• Queen Margarette Hotel Downtown – 2,000 PHP-7,000 PHP

• First Quezon Premier Hotel – 1,000 PHP-5,000 PHP

Home of our National Hero

Named after Laguna de Bay

• Meaning: lake of bay

• The body of water that forms its northern boundary

Conquered for Spain by Capt. Juan de Salcedo in 1571

• started the Christianization of the province

Became a bloody battleground several times

• 1603 and 1639: Chinese Revolt

• 1762-1764: British Invasion

• 1840: first Filipino uprising against the Spanish misrule led by Hirmano Pule

1 of the first 8 provinces to rise in revolt against the Spanish rule

1917, the Manila Railroad Company extended its line to Laguna as far as Pagsanjan.

Location

• 30 kilometers south of Manila

• Bounded by: • North: Rizal

• East and South: Quezon

• West: Cavite and Batangas

• 17,597 sq km Land Area

• 1, 900, 000 Population

• Climate is cool in the mountainous parts while the plains are somewhat warmer Climate

• Tagalog

• A small percentage speak Ilocano, Bicol, or Waray Language

• Sta. Cruz Capital

• n/a Air

• Two hours south of Manila via the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX).. Land

• n/a Sea

• Shorts/Jeans and T-shirts

• Sandals/Rubber Shoes Summer

• Raincoats and/ Jackets

• May also bring umbrellas Rainy Months

• Jogging pants/ Jeans and outdoor shoes

• Bright long sleeved shirt Trekkers

• Sun block, insect repellant, swim wear and flotation devices Optional

The Rizal

Shrine

• Located in Calamba

• the birthplace of the Philippines' national hero

• An average of 270,000 tourists visit this shrine annually

• a replica of the original ancestral house of Rizal's family; the old house was destroyed during World War II.

Underground

Cemetery

• The only one of its kind in the Philippines

• A burial site located beneath a church

• Used as a secret meeting place in 1896 by Filipino revolutionaries or Katipuneros, members of the KKK

Pagsanjan Falls

• 91-meter cascade

• To get to the falls, take the scenic one-hour boat ride that takes you up the Bumbungan and Balanac Rivers.

• The river ride back down is a thrilling ride that passes 14 rapids.

Mt. Makiling

Mt. Famy

Laguna Lake

San Pablo

• City of 7 lakes • Biggest: Sampaloc lake

Caliraya Lake

• Man made

Enchanted Kingdom

• Located in Sta. Rosa, Laguna

• A world class theme park that competes globally

Buko Pie

Espasol

Makapuno

Kesong Puti

Puto Binan

Coconut Fesitval

• San Pablo Laguna

Pineapple Festival

• Calauan Laguna

• Held in May

Bangkero River

Festival

• Held in March

Paete’s Paetaka

Festival

Liliw’s Tsinelas

Festival

Banamos Festival

• In Los Banos

• Held in September

• To celebrate its status as a “Nature and Science City”

Caliraya Resort

Club, Inc.

• Brgy. Lewin, Lumban, Laguna

Dona Jovita

Garden Resort

• Km 57 National Highway Bagong Kalsada, Calamaba, Laguna

Lagos Del Sol

Resort

• Lake Caliraya, Cavinti, Laguna

Montreal Garden

Resort

• Brgy. Masico, Pila, Laguna

El Cielito Inn-Sta.

Rosa

• National Highway Bo. Pulong Sta. Cruz

• 1571 – Spanish Era • Spaniards founded the district of Morong

• 1898 • Antipolo became the capital of Morong

• June 11, 1901 • the first Philippine Commission united parts of the old province of

Manila and the district of Morong to form a new province

Location

• 25km away from Manila

• Bounded by:

• North: Bulacan

• Southwest: Laguna

• East: Sierra Madre Ranges and Quezon Province

• West-northwestern: Metro Manila

• South-southwestern: Laguna de Bay

• 1, 303 sq km Land Area

• 1, 100 000 Population

• November-April: Dry

• May-October: Wet Climate

• Tagalog

• But also uses English widely Language

• Antipolo City Capital

• n/a Air • The province of Rizal is some 25

kilometers east of Manila, accessible via the Marcos Highway or Ortigas Avenue.

Land

• n/a Sea

Petroglyphs of Binangonan & Angono

• Discovered in 1965 by Philippine National Artist, Carlos “Botong” Francisco

• The Petroglyphs were validated to have existed since 3000 BC

• Consists of 120 drawings of human and animal figures

• Named as one of the “100 Most Endangered Sites of the World”

Vicente Manansala Historical Shrine

• A historical landmark since 1978

• The former studio of National Artist, Vicente Manansala

• Now houses all his artworks

Angono Artists’ Village

• Hometown of extraordinarily talented painters and artists

• Birthplace of 2 National Artists

• Visual Arts: Carlos “Botong” Francisco

• Music: Lucio San Pedro

Blanco Family Museum

• Located in Angono

• A private museum of the Blanco Family

• Angono’s most famous family of painters

Uugong Park

• Located in Morong

• The sanctuary and studio of finger-painting artist and sculptor, Rafael Pacheco

• Open to public and has a swimming pools and picnic areas for rent

Nemiranda Arthouse and Gallery

• The gallery and coffee shop of Artist, Nemiranda

• Also offeres lectures, guided tours and workshops

Daranak Falls

• Located in Tanay

• 14m high cascade

• Often used as shooting location for movies, commercials, etc.

Wawa Dam and Pamitinan Cave

• Wawa Dam

• Lies at foothills of Sierra Madre

• Supplies water to Metro Manila

• Pamitinan Cave

• Where Andres Bonifacio staged his own declaration of independence from Spain in 1895

Hinulugang Taktak

• Located in Antipolo

• A mountain resort w/ picnic cottages, swimming area and a small waterfall

• Holds a Festival Month every May

• Offers stage plays and concerts

Angono Forest Park

• 1.5 hectare wooded parkland

• Ideal for camping and recreational activities

Talim Island

• Located in Binagonan

• Island of thriving fish villages

• Sells pandan mats and bamboo furniture

• Also offers a 200 m high trek over scenic Laguna de Bay

Sierra Madre VIewpoint

• Located in Tanay

• A high vintage point along the highway where one can view the slopes of the Sierra Madre Mountains.

The Shrine of Our Lady of

Peace and Good Voyage

• Antipolo City

Tanay Catholic Church

St. Jerome Church

• Morong

Boso-Boso Church

• Antipolo

Special Interests Area

The Valley Golf and

Country Club

• Antipolo City

The Eastridge Golf

Club

• Binangonan

The Feast of San

Clemente

The Higantes

Festival

• Highlighted by a parade of colorfu

Delicacies Antipolo

• Famous for mangoes, cashew nuts and suman sa ibos (coconut leaves)

Angono

• Serves exotic dishes like eel

Romeo’s Spice and

Steak

• Antipolo’s hilltop restaurant aling Sumulong highway

Balaw-Balaw Gallery

and Restaurant

• Located in Angono

• One of a kind local specialties

• Native duck

• Eel

• Monitor lizard

• Snake

• Snail

• Deer

• Amidst a fantastic display of paintings and sculptures

Crescent Moon Cafe

• Located in Angono

• A café within a potter’s studio

• Where ceramics and pottery are also for sale

Ciudad Christhia

Resort

• Earth Street Carrieland Country Homes Brgy. Ampid, San Mateo, rizal

Punta de Fabian

Resort, Inc.

• Sitio Hangan, Brg. Evangelista, Baras, Rizal

Thunderbird

Resorts Rizal

• Eastbay Arts Recreational and Toursim Zone (EARTZ)

Region IV-A Arrivals

2012: 1, 424, 749

2013(partial): 1, 912, 703

• Accessibility

• Rich in historical and cultural attractions

• Near Metro Manila

• Overpopulation

• Industrial Zones

• More jobs

• High crime rate