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3rd Yr | 1st Sem - TOUR 101 Calabarzon Report
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REGION IV-ACALABARZON
Calamba City, Laguna (Regional Capital)
CALABARZON Provinces
Cavite
Capital: Trece Martires City
Languages and Dialects:
Pilipino, English, Chavacano
Geographic Location:
Located on the Southern Shores of Manila Bay in the Calabarzon Region within 30kms South of Manila.
Cavite
Cavite was once a mooring place for Chinese junks trading. This place is formerly known as “Tangway.”
Cavite got its name from the Filipino word “Kawit”, which means hook.
How to get there?
From Vito Cruz, Harrizon St., you can take buses or taxis from 5am to 10pm daily. They usually take Roxas Boulevard or Costal road passing Bacoor, Imus, Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Naic and Tanza.
Buses found in Baclaran passes Tagaytay and Trece Martires.
Main Attractions
Puerto Azul Beach Resort
It is located in Ternate. The plushiest resort in the area. It is equipped with modern and varied facilities and offers a wide range of
sports and recreation from golf to a number of water sports. It has been the site of many
international aquasports competitions.
Natural Attractions
The City of Tagaytay is a component city in the province of Cavite, in the Philippines. It is one
of the country’s most popular tourist destinations because of outstanding scenery
and cooler climate provided by its high altitude.
Natural Attractions
Cabag Caves in Silang Cavite.
The place could be found at the bottom of the slope which runs down a steep angle to a brook.
Lush greenery surround this little valley where at its bottom corner one could find the Cabag Cave
where clear water strongly flows out.
Natural Attractions
Balite Falls (Amadeo)
Two falls could actually be seen in the area, one which flows naturally, gushing strong clear water
while the other one is outfitted into a pool of water with a deep part for the adults and the
shallow for the children.
Natural Attractions
Malicbilic Falls.
A valley borders the Malicbilic Falls, where a boulder strewn river cuts across the middle made
by the gushing water from the falls. A large pool of water forms at the base of the falls while coconut trees, shrubs and other greenery flank its sides.
Natural Attractions
Pico de Loro
Mountaineers who discovered after the 4 hour climb that it is as enchanting as its
name. High on Cavite’s highest point, they could behold the rocky tower that the
Spanish sailors once saw as the parrot’s beak, and they could gaze towards South China Sea where the galleons once sailed, all the way to
the historic island fort of Corregidor.
Man Made
The Japanese Garden of Peace
It is a memorial made for the Japanese soldiers who died during the World War II. Some of them committed suicide as a
sign of pride and honor. It was built during the late 70's or early 80's.
Man Made
Tagaytay Sky Ranch
The Tagaytay Eye, officially known as "Sky Eye", is the Tallest Ferris Wheel in the country at 63 meters (207 ft) with 32 gondolas, beating the MOA Eye at 55
meters (180 ft) with 36 gondolas, and the Enchanted Kingdom's Wheel of Fate at
130ft.
The Entrance Fee is P100.
Man Made
Picnic Grove and Livelihood Complex
Located at Sungay East, 3 km. away from SilangCrossing, it is run by the Philippine Tourism
Authority (PTA). It is suitable for picnics, horseback riding, and sightseeing. It also offers
services for seminar accommodations, overnight stay, and others.
Cultural/Historical
President Museum (Aguinaldo Shrine)
The Aguinaldo Shrine is the national shrine located in Kawit, Cavite in the Republic of
the Philippines, where the independence of the Philippines from Spain was declared on
June 12. The house is now a museum.
Historical
Imus Historical Marker
Located at the town plaza, the marker can be seen near two vintage artillery pieces situated across the Imus Catholic Church and the Imus Municipal Hall. The province also claims that is was the birthplace of the nation, and Imus was the site of the first successful revolution.
Historical
Corregidor
During World War II, Corregidor played an important role during the invasion and
liberation of the Philippines from Japanese forces. Heavily bombarded in the latter part
of the war, the ruins left on the island serve as a military memorial to American, Filipino
and Japanese soldiers who served or lost their lives on the island. Corregidor is one of the important historic and tourist sites in the
country.
Historical
Andres Bonifacio’s Trial House
The Bonifacio Trial House is located in Maragondon, a town of Cavite. The house is open from Tuesday to Saturday at 8:30 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m.*
Religious
St. Mary Magdalene Church of Kawit
Also known as Kawit Church is the parish church of the municipality of Kawit, Cavite in the Philippines. The Roman Catholic church is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines,
construction of the present church was started in 1737. The church was last restored in 1990 by
the citizens of Kawit.
Festivals
Pahimis Coffee Festival of Amadeo
PAHIMIS is the Amadeo word for thanksgiving. In the olden times, as a sign of thanksgiving the coffee farmer gave away his
last can of harvest, believing that by doing so, luck and abundance will come on the next
harvest season.
In keeping with this tradition of thanksgiving, Pahimis is now a coffee festival
named after this cultural practice, held annually in Amadeo, Cavite.
Festivals
Regada-Water Festival
Regada is a water festival held primarily at Cavite City every June 24th of the year. That date is also the date of the celebration of San Juan Bautista
festivity. Regada started in 1996 during the tenure of the Mayor Tim Encarnacion. This week-long
celebration is a mirror of Cavite City’s culture and tradition, combined with fun and merryment.
Festivals
Kawayan Festival
The Kawayan Festival is celebrated every December 2nd. "Kawayan" is the term for
bamboo and is the major source of livelihood in Alegria aside from fishing and farming. The
Festival is in honor of St. Francis Xavier.
Festivals
February – Sorteo Festival
February 1-3 – Sumilang Festival
2nd week of February – Pahimis Festival
February 14 – Pista ng mga Puso Festival
March 13 – Kabutenyo Festival
May 1-31 – Hijas de Maria
May 29 – Wagayway Festival
June 12 – Kalayaan Festival
June 22-24 – Regada Festival
August 20 – Sapyaw Festival
September 7 – Kawayan Festival
September 29 – Tahong Festival
October – Tinapa Festival
November 30 to December 2 – Irok Festival
December 24 – Maytinis
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Laguna
Capital: Sta. Cruz
Language and Dialect: Tagalog and English
Geographical Location:Southeast of Metro ManilaSouth of RizalWest of QuezonNorth of BatangasEast of Cavite
Laguna
“Lago” = “lagoon”
"La Provincia de la Laguna de Bay"
How to get there?
Via South Superhighway:
1-2 hours drive
From EDSA-Mandaluyong: 1. Bus going to Tanay, Rizal
2. Jeepney to Siniloan, Laguna
Main Attractions
Caliraya Lake
It is actually situated in the three towns of Laguna: Lumban, Cavinti,
and Kalayaan. It is a man-made mountain lake complete with coves
and sand bars.
Main Attractions
Enchanted Kingdom
(Sta. Rosa)
The park was conceptualized by the Landmark Entertainment Group and
modelled after Knott’s Berry Farm. It was built at a cost of P1.2-billion.
Photo from: travelphilippinesnow.com
Natural Attractions
Mt. Makiling
It is an inactive volcano, rising to about 1,109 meters above sea level. It is ideal for
all types of nature tripping- from trekking, to bird and butterfly watching,
and even camping.
Photo Credits: Kate Castañares
Natural Attractions
Pagsanjan Falls (or MagdapioFalls) / Shooting the Rapids
Located at Cavinti, the falls has been known as Pagsanjan Falls because of
the trip to the falls, referred to as shooting the rapids.
Photo Credits:drealsays.files.wordpress
The boat ride to Magdapio Falls a.k.a Pagsanjan Falls
Cultural
Entymology Museum
(Los Baños)3F Institute of Biological Science Bldg.,
College of Arts and Sciences, U.P. LB
The entymology museum features the different species of the insect world from
the smallest bug to the biggest moth.
Photo from: lagunaphilippines.weebly.com
Cultural
Museum of the Wildlife Collection
(Los Baños)Ground F, College of Forestry Bldg., U.P.
LB
The museum showcases the personal collection of mammal and bird species of
Dr. Dioscoro Rabor in the course of his scientific study.
Photo from: keamistry.blogspot.com
Historical
Japanese Garden
(Caliraya, Lumban)It is a shrine created by the Japanese
government in memory of the many Japanese soldiers who died during the bloody encounter between the Japanese troops and the Filipino-American troops at the close of World War II.
Photo from: trekearth
Historical
Underground Cemetery (Nagcarlan)
The tombstones are embedded on the brick walls of the cemetery. At the crypt of
the cemetery, according to history, is where the Katipuneros plotted against
Spanish rule.
Man made
Hidden Valley
(Alaminos)Some of the attractions of the resort are: the hidden falls, amlang tree, lover's pool, soda pools, the hanging bridge, and the lanzones
trees. They also offer horseback riding occasionally.
Photo from: shore2shore-travel-services
Man made
Villa Escudero Waterfall Restaurant villa and Coconut Plantation
(San Pablo)
This whole resort sits on land that is still almost wholly in touch with its roots–
formerly farm land and coconut plantations.
Photo from: palaro2014laguna
Special Guest: Angelica Baraoidan
Festivals
Pandan Festival (Luisiana)
The 13th Pandan Festival in Luisiana, Laguna was held last April 3-7. The five-day long celebration of the pandan crop and its products coincides with the Independence Day of Luisiana (from Majayjay town) on April 3.
Photos from: lagunatravelguide
Festivals
Turumba Festival (Pakil)
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.
Photo from: pinoytravelblog
Festivals
January
• Cabuyao - Batingaw Festival
• Lumban - Feast of San Sebastian the Martyr
• Mabitac - Three Kings Celebration
• Magdalena - Kawayan Festival
• Paete - Salibanda (Sto. Nino Festival)
• San Pablo - San Pablo Coco Festival
• Santa Rosa - Santa Rosa Expo
February
• Los Baños - The War of Our Heroes
• San Pedro - Sampaguita Festival
• Provincial Government of Laguna - National
Arts Month
March
• Biñan - Sumbrero Festival
• Provincial Government of Laguna - ANILAG
Festival
• Santa Cruz - Kesong Puti Festival
April
• Liliw - Liliw Gat Tayaw Festival
• Los Baños - Los Baños Flower and Garden Show
• Luisiana - Pandan Festival (Feast of San Isidro)
• Pagsanjan - Bangkero Festival
• Pakil - Turumba Festival
• Santa Rosa - Summer Festivities
May
• Calauan - Pinya Festival
• Pakil - Turumba Festival
June
• Calamba - Rizal Day
July
• Paete - Chef Culinary Festival
• Pila - Araw ng Pila
August
• Calamba - Foundation Day
• Famy - Araw ng Famy
• Siniloan - Guiling-Guiling Festival
September
• Los Baños - Bañamos Festival
• Lumban - Burdang Lumban Festival
• Majayjay - Kabukiran Festival
• Pakil - Grand Turumba Festival
• Santa Maria - Kalakal Festival
October
• Alaminos - Coramblan Festival
• Los Baños - Los Baños Flower and Garden Show
• Mabitac - Araw ng Mabitac
• Nagcarlan - Ana Kalang Festival
• San Pablo - Market by the Lake
November
• Victoria - Itik Festival
December
• Calamba - Ube Festival
• Pangil - Bandana Festival
Source: Laguna Provincial Office
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Photos from: lagunatravelguide
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Photos from: lagunatravelguide
Batangas
Capital: Batangas City
Language and Dialect: Batangas TagalogSpanish, English
Geographical Location:North by the provinces of Cavite & LagunaSouth by the Verde Island PassageEast by the provinces of Quezon & LagunaWest by the South China Sea
Batangas
Founded in 1581, Batangas used to be a bigger province composed of the present Batangas, Mindoro, Marinduque, and the southeastern
portion of Laguna. It used to be called Balayan, with this town as the capital.
How to get there?
Bus lines with routes going to and from Batangas are DLTBCo, ALPS, SUPREME Bus Lines, Dela Rosa Transit, JAC Liner, and Batangas Starexpress.
Batangas Seaport Terminal, located in Brgy. Sta. Clara in Batangas City, is where you can reach the other half of Southern Luzon.
You can also enjoy the Ro-Ro trip from Batangasstraight to Caticlan port which is just minutes away from Boracay.
Main Attractions
Natural Attractions
Anilao diving spots (Mabini)Batangas is where diving in the
Philippines was born. Diving spots in Anilao became world famous because of the magnificent underwater photo opportunities and the ‘natural high’ it
offers for scuba divers.
Photo from: islandsofthephilippines.com
Natural Attractions
CalataganMangrove Forest
Conservation Park (Calatagan)
Locally known as “AngPulo”, 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 plus a species
of birds.
Man Made
Malarayat Golf and Country Club (Lipa City)
A cluster of first-class low-rise condominiums within the Golf & Country Club and Residential
Estates envisioned for successful individuals with a sporty and leisure lifestyle.
Photo from: malarayat.com
Man Made
Fantasy World (Lemery)
It was constructed by a Japanese business man as an amusement, theme park, and water park with condominiums inside though construction of the theme park
halted due to financial problem.
Photo from: casaveneracion
Cultural
Taal Heritage VillageThe village conforms to the old town
layout combining municipal hall-school-church and houses.
Photo from: tours.wowbatangas.com
Cultural
Marcela Mariño AgoncilloMuseum and Monument
This ancestral house belonging to Marcela Agoncillo, the distinguished Taaleña matron, is
now a public viewing place.
Photo from: pamana.ph
Historicals
Mabini ShrineThe Shrine houses the remains and
personal belongings of Apolinario Mabini. He wrote fiery articles against Spanish atrocities in revolutionary papers. His
wrtings and memorabilia are kept here. His tomb lies at the middle of the site
where a replica of the house where he was born also stands.
Photo from:marilil.wordpress.com
Historicals
Punta de Santiago LighthouseBuilt in 1890, it is one of the earliest lighthouses
that still function up to this date. Since it was constructed, no running ship has ever ran
aground.
Photo from: thepoortraveler.net
Festivals
Parada ng mga Lechon(Balayan)
After the parade, the townspeople and guests partake in the feast. The roasted pigs are
dressed in accordance with the theme for the fiesta, while the townspeople engage in water-
dousing.
Photo from: thephilippinesbestplaces.blogspot
Festivals
Subli-an sa BatangasHeld every July 23, originally started as a
religious devotion to the Holy Cross, which later developed into the Subli dance. Subli is danced to the accompaniment of a song in four voices: the first voice is sung by the performer, the second voice extolls the Holy Cross of Bauan
and narrates the history of Batangas, the third voice is the "Subli" proper which combines poetry, dance and music, while the fourth
voice features the observer in his search for the lost self.
Photo from: balita.net.ph
Sublian sa Calaca Batangas
Festivals
February
• Sto. Tomas – Mahaguyog Festival
March
• Ibaan – Dagit
April
• Mabini – Yamang Dagat Festival
May
• Balete – Pabitin Festival
• Bauan – Sublian Festival
• Cuenca – Piyesta ng Tinapay
• San Pascual – Pastulan Festival
• Lian – Balsa Festival
• Maria Paz, Tanauan – Regatta
• Aligtagtag – Tapusan Festival
• Agoncillo – Grand La Paz
June
• Rosario – Sinukmani Festival
• Balayan – Parada ng Lechon
July
• Batangas - Sublian
August
• San Nicolas – Maliputo Festival
• Tuy – Kambingan Festival
• Lemery – Sigpawan Festival
September
• San Nicolas – Bancaton
• Lipa – Lomi Festival
• Lobo – Anihan Festival
October
• San Jose – Eggstravaganza
• Calaca – Calacatchara Festival
December
• Padre Garcia – Kabakahan Festival
• Nasugbu – Mardi Gras
• Batangas – Ala Eh Festival
• San Juan – Lambayak FestivalSource: lifesomundane.net
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Rizal
Capital: Antipolo City
Languages and Dialects:
Pilipino and English
Geographical Location:
Rizal Province sits immediately east of Metro Manila. Located 20 kilometers east of Manila. Generally hilly and mountainous in terrain, most of the province's southern towns lie in the shores of Laguna de Bay, the country's largest inland body of water.
Rizal
With the organization of Tondo and Laguna during the Spanish regime, Rizal province was composed of 26 towns. Some of the towns, including Pasig, Paranaque, Taytay and Cainta were already thriving because long before the Spanish conquest the Tagalog settlements had already carried on trade
with the Chinese Merchants.
How to get there?
Located 20 kms east of Manila. Commuters take approximately an hour to reach the provinicial set.
Natural Attractions
Daranak Falls
Daranak falls is a popular summer getaway for locals, neighboring towns and tourists alike. Convenient to get to, about twenty
minutes or so from the town proper then a scenic five to ten-minute route into the
mountain side from the main road.
Natural Attractions
Batlag Falls
Just a short trek upwards from DaranakFalls, another natural beauty welcomes
you - Batlag Falls, a privately owned resort, which offers everything Daranakhas, same rates, complete with the same amenities except for an overnight stay for
a small additional extra fee which Daranak does not offer. Batlag Falls is
more quieter and more solemn, maybe it’s the trek up that minimizes its patrons or
maybe its just paying another fee. For whatever reason, Batlag just seems more
laidback, a different kind of grace.
Natural Attractions
Uugong Arts and Cultural Parks
Located in Morong, Rizal and now owned by a guy name Rafael Pacheco, a famous
painter. It is used to be popular by its breath taking view of rice fields but now
even falls can’t be used anymore.
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Natural Attractions
Hinulugang Taktak
Hinulugang Taktak is a waterfall in the Philippines found in the province of Rizal
on Luzon island. The waterfall area has been designated as a National Park by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources[1] and is one of the two most popular tourist spots in Antipolo City.
Man Made
Wawa Dam
The vicinity of Wawa Dam is not only home for a few local residents but was
already transformed into a bamboo rafting, swimming, hiking and picnic areas that’s not too commercialized compared to other resorts and recreational spots.
Man Made
Avilon Zoological Park
Avilon Zoo is a 7.5-hectare (19-acre) zoo located in Barrio San Isidro, Rodriguez,
Rizal. It is operated by the Avilon Wildlife Conservation Foundation, which also
operates the Ark Avilon Zoo.
Man Made
Pinto Art Gallery
Pinto Art Museum is a space in Antipolo City that houses present day arts worked by different local artists. If you're wondering where does its name comes from, well, "pinto" is a
Tagalog word for door as this place is open for all types of contemporary art
form.
Man Made
Club Manila East
Located in the highly urbanized municipality of Taytay, Rizal, this inland
resort is ideal for anyone looking for a quick out-of-town get-away. For those who
live in nearby Metro Manila cities like Pasig, Marikina, Manila, San Juan,
Mandaluyong, or Taguig, traveling to and from the nearby provice of Rizal shouldn't
take more than 1 or 2 hours.
Religious
Boso Boso Church
The Boso-boso church is a remnant of a centuries-old church which was
destroyed during the Second World War. It stands in the grandeur of old
stone with wild vines and plants growing on top of the church.
Religious
Tanay Catholic Church (San Ildefonso de Toledo)]
The baroque church of San Ildefonso de Toledo recently celebrated its 400 th year anniversary on November 12, 2006. The
parish was established in 1606, originally from a town now known as Inalsan, it
moved to its present site in 1640.
Religious
Antipolo Church
Antipolo Church also known as NatinalShrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good
Voyage in Antipolo, Rizal was first administered by the Jesuits from 1591 to 1768. Built by Rev. Juan de Salazar. The
Church was greatly damaged during the Chinese uprising of 1639 and from the
earthquakes of 1645, 1824 and 1863. It was declared as a national shrine in 1954. It houses the image of Our Lady of Peace
and Good Voyage.
Festivals
La Torre
Cardona, Rizal celebrates "La Torre Festival" every 6th of October. The bells
are housed in “La Torre” meaning the tower of the church belfry. Folks and children look
up to “La Torre” often awed with different sizes and sounds of the bells housed therein.
Festivals
Sumakah Festival
Sumakah festival is an acronym for Suman, Mangga, Kasoy and Hamaka which is used before as a means of transportation. The
festival is created to promote these specialty products of Antipolo. The festival is
celebrated every 1st of May. The festival organizes different activities and one of
which is the Alay Lakad.
Festivals
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Quezon
Capital: Lucena City
Languages and Dialects:
Pilipino and English
Geographic Location:
Located in the Southeast of Metro Manila and surrounded by the provinces of Aurora (north), Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna and Batangas west) and Camarinesprovinces (east).
Quezon
Originally, Quezon was made by different provinces of Batangas, Laguna, and Nueva Ecija.
It was first explored by Juan de Salcedo in 1571-172, during his expedition from Laguna to CamarinesProvinces.
The province was created in 1591 and called Kaliraya or Kalilayan. In the middle of the 18th
century, the capital was transferred to the town of Tayabas, from which the province got its new name.
How to get there?
Various bus lines such as Batangas-Laguna-Tayabas-Bus Co. (BLTB), Tritran, JAM, JAC Liner, Philtranco and Superlines are usually the public transportations that you can take on going to the province of Quezon.
Natural Attractions
Puting Buhangin Beach
Puting Buhangin is best known for its spectacular yet seemingly unique land
features, like the majestic Kwebang Lampas, that usually catch every adventurer’s urge for
quests to conquer. With formed rocks complementing the clear seas and scenic
landscapes.
Natural Attractions
Mt. Banahaw
The mountain is considered by many as a "Holy mountain" and is popular among pilgrims along with mountain climbers.
Banahaw is a national park and a protected area in the Philippines since 1941, and is
now called Mount Banahaw-San Cristobal Protected Landscape covering 10,901
hectares.
Natural Attractions
Mag-asawang Bato
The 'Mag-Asawang Bato,' a couple of islands is being developed by the municipal tourism office of Padre
Burgos, Quezon as a new destination for local and foreign tourists. The sea
surrounding the islands is best for scuba diving.
Natural Attractions
Burdeos Coral Area
The Burdeos Coral Area, near KalotkotIsland, has one of Quezon's richest and
best-preserved marine areas.
Man Made
Zigzag Road
Zigzag road of Quezon Province is the gateway to Bondoc Peninsula. BondocPeninsula is a peninsula in southern Quezon. It is also the gateway to the
southern part of the country.
Man Made
Japanese Tunnel
A Japanese World War II tunnel, in Brgy. Matinik, was built as a shelter from
American and Filipino forces.
Cultural
Quezon Memorial Shrine Museum
The Manuel Quezon Memorial Shrine is the tallest structure in Quezon City
standing at 66 meters. It was built as a tribute to one of the Philippines' greatest statesmen, Manuel Quezon. The shrine is composed of three artistically conjoined towers which symbolizes birth, life and
death.
Cultural
Gintong Yaman ng Quezon Museum
The Gintong Yaman Ng Quezon Museum holds a collection of memorabilia by the late
President Manuel L. Quezon.
From pictures, to bronze statues to even actual clothes of prominent people from Quezon are available in this museum for the Quezonians
and the foreigners to educate their selves upon.
Historical
Malagonlong Bridge
Puente de Malagonlong or Malagonlong Bridge is a 445 foot-
long five-span bridge built in 1840. As described in the National
Historical Institute’s Historical marker, Malagonlong was the
longest bridge ever made during the Spanish colonial era with approximately 100,000 adobe
blocks used.
Historical
Kutang San Diego
The fort, built out of adobe and with a tiled roof, was named after St.
Didacus of Alcalá (Spanish: San Diego de Alcala), a Franciscan and
the town’s patron saint. In fact, Gumaca’s resident church is the
Cathedral of San Diego de Alcala. To the west of the fort lies the Gumaca
Baywalk.
Historical
Iskong Bantay Watchtower
Iskong Bantay Watchtower was built sometime in 1752. It has a good view of Lamon Bay and the
island of Alabat. The tower served as an observation and defense tower during the times when pirate raids were rampant in the southern
parts of Luzon. The tower also served as a weather observatory, which determines if the fishermen of the town could do their jobs or
not.
The watchtower was named after Francisco Tandas, fondly called Isko by the townsfolks. He
was the chief defender of the town during the vicious pirate raid of 1872.
Festivals
Laguimanok Festival
A celebration of the foundation of the town. A parade of floats, street dancing,
beauty pageant, kayak race and the longest chicken roasting competition
culminates the festival.
Festivals
Boling Boling Festival
It is an age-old practice particular to Catanauanins, which is celebrated
annually. Participants roam around the town garbed in any costume they may
fancy. Most of them wear colorful clown-like clothes while others imitate anybody
whom they want, be it somebody they idolize or somebody they despise, and
make fun of them. Boling-Boling comes from the Visayan word “ Boling “ which
means dirt. The festival reminds us of the vulnerability of a man and serves as
symbolic spiritual cleansing and signals the start of the Lenten season.
Festivals
Pasayahan Sa Lucena
A parade of floats with different motifs, the best of which is given an award; a
Mardi Gras is likewise presented while people eat, drink and dance on the
streets.
Festivals
Hambujan Festival
Since the early times, Sitio Hambujan was an eminent bathing place now called Sta. Lucia.
Hambujan to most is just getting wet or throwing water to each other. But to the
deepest essence of the word, it is the ceremony of acceptance of guests from other places who come to present themselves with gift of friendship and the proposal of unity. It
has now become the gateway to the strengthening of our brotherhood as a nation
through our tradition. And to this effect a Hambujan Festival was organized and being
held annually in the month of April
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