Luneta Park

Luneta Park or Rizal park, consider as the National Park on the Philippines, located along the center of Manila, fronting world famous natural harbour known as Manila Bay. Luneta was established to honor our National hero, pacist Jose Rizal, the location mark by Rizal monument as the exact location of Rizal's execution. Since the Spanish colonial period, the park is a favorite destination for family picnics and unwining during Sundays and Holidays. The Luneta park is just adjacent to Manila City Hall and Intramuros, old walled city of Manila.

 The Luneta park is bounded by Roxas Boulevard, Taft Avenue, Padre Burgoz, and T.M. Kalaw. It is 40 minutes away from Manila International Airport depending on the volume of traffic, it is accesible by Public Utility Jeepney , Taxi cab and Light Rail Transit from Baclaran (Southern part) and Monumento (Nothern).

Place of Interest on Luneta:

Luneta is a popular tourist destination in Manila as there are a lots of place of interest with in its vicinity. Manila Bay is one of the busiest harbour in the world is just a walking distance from Luneta, the bay is popular with its sunset scenic view. The park is also adjacent to Manila Hotel, a popular 5 star Hotel right on the heart of Manila. You could also always visit Intramuros while in Luneta as it just adjacent on the area. Manila Ocean Park is another place of interest when visiting Luneta, the ocean park is located just across the Quirino Grandstand and along Manila Bay. Manila Ocean Park is comparable with Hongkong Ocean Park as it features different sea species and creatures on its life size aquarium. National Library, Philippines premiere public library is also accesible along with other historical places such as Manila Cathedral, National Museum of the Philippines.The park also open to the public a raised map of the Philippines, it is a scale map of the country located on the center of man made lake.

Mindanao Travel Guide

Mindanao is the second largest Island in Philippines, located in the Eastermost part of the country. It is also known as one of the three main Island of  the country,  the other 2 namely Luzon and Visayas, Mindanao is compose of the main Island along with its smaller Island. Mindanao is the only place in Phillipines where there is significant Muslim people.

Mindanao is blessed with natural resources along with its best tourist destination, but due to some insurgency along with peace and problem on some isolated area of the Island that is often attached to the island of Mindanao. As I have said the problem is just isolated on some remote area of Mindanao and those conflict ridden area must be avoided. In reality Mindanao is a big area and majority of those places are inhabited by peace loving Christian and Muslim aswell, and some of those area was blessed and offers so much for travel aficionado. Mindanao is called the land of the promise for its vastness of natural resources and wonderful tourist spot destination.

I have here top local attraction in Mindanao for both foreign and Local tourist guest:

Cagayan de Oro : Birth place of my father, Cagayan de Oro (CDO) is a major entranced to some landlocked major tourist destination in Mindanao province. Cagayan de Oro City is very accessible for tourist from Manila as it has its own Domestic Airport and Seaport aswell, Both opens Cagayan de Oro to its neighboring province for trades and commerce that makes it as one of the most progressive area in Mindanao. The area is known for white water rafting adventure. Increase your bodies adrenalin with wild river ride, be cautious because the adventure is not for the faint of heart because you have to navigate the river from a small rubber boat while strong current of water threatens to overtun your boat. When leaving Cagayan de Oro, don’t forget to buy the cities original sweet delicacy known as Pastel along with roasted peanuts.

Camiguin Island : Camiguin Island is known for its active volcano known as Hibok-Hibok, for its amazing white sand beaches and its underwater cementery. Be amazed with the natural beauty of the area while and feed your mind with its astounding natural sceneries.

Bukidno : Bukidnon is known as the largest pineapple farm in the Philippines, the area is known for its vast plain and mountain allows the well of to own herd of farm animals within their haciendas, want to see real life Filipino style cowboy, visit the province.

Davao City : The province is known for its commercial and economic importance in Mindanao with its Domestic airport and seaports that open the city on its neighboring places. Davao is known for its pungent smelling Durian fruit but once the fruit is tasted it seems that you were in heaven. Davao is also a major producer of sweet sour Pomelo and export quality tasty Marang and Banana. Along with its fruits, Davao is also known for its fascinating tourist destination and to name some are Pearl Farm, White sand beaches of Samal Island that offers variation of lodges that will surely anybodies budget, Mount Apo as the highest peak in the country is aso located at Davao province. The province is also known for its wildlife preservation with its crocodile farm and Philippine eagle sanctuary.

Siargao Island : The area is now recognized as the best surfer destination in the Philippines for its huge rolling waves, The island is starting to established a name as one of the best in the world nowadays as it host international surfing events every month of October.

The destination is just a handful list as a Mindanao travel guide.Please come back for more Philippine tourist attractions and see best place where to travel to while in Philippines.

Vigan Tours

Vigan- The capital city and a fifth class cities in the province of Ilocos Sur, it is situated in Western coast of Island of Luzon, fronting West Phil. Sea. The city is consider as one of World Heritage Site, Vigan is known as one of Hispanic towns left on Philippines, it features cobblestone streets and architectural design that fuses Philippines and oriental building designs and construction.

Vigan tours and travel from Manila usually takes 8-9 hours, but sometimes it takes ten hours to reach the city depending how frequent a travel stop over, the distance between Vigan and Manila is approximately 408 Km, almost double the distance between Manila- Baguio. There are several bus companies that cater transportation for local and foreign guest and visitor when visiting Vigan, Partas is one of the leading bus company that provides transportation, the terminal is situated within the heart of Quezon city, Cubao. Farinas, Dominion, Maria De Leon, Philippines Rabbit, Viron Transit are other Bus company that cater such trasportation. Other means of transportation is by domestic airplane, the travel usually takes an hour from Manila Domestic Airport to Laoag Airport, from Laoag it usually takes 1 1/2 hours travel to reach Vigan proper.

 Vigan Tours and Place to Visit :

Baluarte : Baluarte, is an interactive wildlife animal sanctuary and facility. Unlike with the tradional Zoo, guest and visitor are given a chance to play and interact with the animal. The area was established to educate people, conserve and protect endangered species and animals, the area also features natural boulder on the center of green and trees.

Calle Crisologo : Calle Crisologo, "kameztizoan Districy of Vigan" , it features ancestral houses with ancient construction design pattern with Spanish- Chinese - Mexican Architectural design. Calle Crisologo brings back memories of Spanish era due to Kamestizoan District in Vigan is replete with ancestral houses with ancient tile roofs, massive hardwood floorings, ballustrades and azoteas in varying Spanish-Mexican-Chinese architectural styles.
Calle Crisologo brings back the old Spanish atmosphere starting with the cobblestone streets, the beautiful eaves of the ancient houses against the shadows of each other houses, and  the clacking noise of kalesa, a horse driven carriage.The street is the most popular site in the city and a visit is not complete unless you experience and walked though this street.
The street is also known as the only surviving street in World War II because of a loved. It is believe that a Japanese General that fell in love with a Filipina made an agreement with the parish priest that he will protect and avoid damaging Calle Crisologo in exchange that the priest will take care for his family.

St. Paul Metropolitan Church :  The chuch was constructed on 1790-1890 by Augustinian, the church was built on Earthquake Baroque style to secure the church from earthquake and typhoon, The church was supported by thick beam (butresses) for durability. A separate bell tower is located 15 meters away from the main structure so just in case the main building was damage by an eartquake there is another bell tower structure remain.

Where to Stay in Vigan (Vigan Hotels) : There are a lots of decent and unexpensive accomodation when staying in Vigan, among them are;

• Aniceto Mansion Hotel
• Casa Teofila Lodge
• Codillera Inn
• El Juliana Hotel
• Godion Inn Bed and Breakfast
• Grandpa's Inn
• La Feliza Tourist Inn
• La Fernandina Hotel and Restaurant
• Mom's Courtyard
• Paraiso ni Don Juan Beach Resort
• Playa de Oro Resort Hotel
• Socio Pastoral Center
• Taj Hotel Resort and Bowling Lanes
• UNP Guestel
• Vigan Heritage Mansion
• Vigan Plaza Hotel
• Villa Angela Heritage House

Are you ready to experience Vigan now, It is time to visit one the of the most popular tourist spot in Philippines, Vigan.

Palawan Travel

Situated on Southern Tagalog , region IV of the Philippines, Palawan is one of the biggest province in the Philippines in terms of total area covered. The islands of Palawan expand from Mindoro in the northeast to Borneo in the southwest. It was situated between South China sea and Sulu sea .

 Palawan Island is measuring 450 kilometers long and 50 kilometers wide. Palawan is generally considered one of the best tourist spots in Philippines  due to its scenic and natural landscapes that sorrounds the place. The Island is less than an hour travel by air from Manila Domestic Airport to Puerto Princesa International Airport, the airport is the major getway to Palawan and other tourist spot destination.

Palawan economy depends on its rich bio-diversity as well as progressive ecotourism. Aside from its famous beach resort and natural wildlife, Province of Palawan is globally recognized for preserving 2 top tourist attraction, The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park also  known as the Palawan Underground River (PPUR) and the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Sanctuary, which is also honored to  be part of the World Heritage Sites of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization or UNESCO.

Palawan travel  is also known for its to various international heralded and extremely distinctive and remarkable tourist destinations , among them are white sand Palawan beach,Coron Reefs, Calawit Game Preserve, and El Nido Marine Reserve Park to name some. Although each one of these amazing sites have their individual distinctive lineaments and features, all of them play a role in the truth that Palawan possesses one of the most prosperous and best conserved natural environments in the whole world. On top of that, environmentalists from all over the world have absolutely nothing but admiration to the men and women responsible for this rich and prosperous natural preservation of the wildlife despite a considerably developed economy.

El Nido Marine Reserve Park is known for its coves and islets and amazing white sand beach resorts which will surely impress every one of the fascination as well as passionate tourist out there. In addition to the natural beauty and glamour of El Nido, it also offers a vast collection of Philippine wildlife  such as cockatous and giant clams aswell.

 Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR) or also known as St. Paul Subterranean River National Park is located about 50 km North of City proper, Puerto Princesa. The entrance leading to subterranean river is a short hike from town of Sabang. The main attraction on PPUR is the Underground river cave, the length of the underground river is within 24 kilometer long that includes a 8.2 Km long section of underground Cabayugan river, the river flows directly to West Philippine Sea where Spratly Island is located. The area is also known as a habitat for biodiversity conservation and was inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage SIte. On Nov. 11 , 2011 Puerto Princesa Underground Riverwas provisionary chosen as one of Worlds New Seven Wonders of Nature. On January 28, 2012 PPUR was officially included as One of World's New Seven Wonder of Nature along with Amazonia, Halong Bay, Iguazu Falls, Jeju Island, Komodo Island and Table Mountain.

El Nido Park also known as one of the most thrilling and exciting diving spots not just in Palawan but probably everywhere, it feature sunken Japanese warships which were used during Second World War. Palawan local government issued and implement some guideline to safeguard the site and its wildlife  from abusive guest and visitor.

Another Palawan’s popular destination for touist and travelers is Coron Reefs that are situated on Coron Bay, Busuanga Island on Norther part of the island, Coron reef also features sunken warship of Japanese imperial army during Second World War, the sunken ship has become a haven and habitat of unlimited sea creatures that adds excitement during the visit. Coron Reef is best for scuba diving, snorkeling, and dive safaris.

Calauit Game Preserve and Wildlife Sanctuary houses some of the country endangered species that makes this sanctuary a haven for wildlife lover.

By preserving wildlife and its natural remarkable environment, Palawan has emerged as one of the most visited Philippines by local and foreign tourist,

Tagaytay Highlands

Tagaytay highlands is one of the most popular tourist destination in Philippines for local visitor and foreign aswell, Tagaytay highlands is situated 2,100 feet above sea level and known as the highest area of Province of Cavite. The city is known for its cold weather and just 2 hours away from Manila, the route of transportation is by land, there are a lots of tourist bus company that caters transportation requirements for touist, the route is by South Luzon Expressway or by Coastal Road. The area is also known for its high end subdivision as a lot of wealthy Filipino opted to construct their rest houses due to its natural scenery and cold weather aswell. Aside from different tourist destination it offers, Tagaytay is also popular with its quality beef meat on Mahogany market.

Popular Tourist Spot in Tagaytay Highland:

Tagaytay is well known for its over looking view with Taal lake and volcano and provide one of the iconic views, Taal volcano is known as one of the most smallest active Volcano in the world but in reality the visible are of the volcano is just the crater and the body is widely covered by taal lake water, Taal volcano are situated on the center of Taal lake and seems to be an Island, Taal Lake is also known as one of the 12 most beautiful lakes in the world

Picnic Groove : It is a place where you rent places for overnight stay, it is a small park with rentable horse back riding for visitors enjoyment. It is located along Emilio Aguinaldo Highway going to city proper.

Palace in The Sky: It is a unfinished mansion house of Former Philippine President Ferdinand Edralin Marcos to host Former U.S. President Ronald Reagan state visit, but due to the unrest during that time President Reagan decided to cancel his Philippines visit. The mansion is known for its scenic view on Taal lake and Volcano.

Considering the small distance between Metro Manila and other popular tourist destination adjacent to Tagaytay, Tagaytay city is truly a haven for foreign and local visitor.

Bohol Tours and Resorts

Bohol Province is a Visayan Island situated on Central Visayan Region, it has an area of 4,117.26  square kilometer and has a coast line 261 Km long that makes it a popular tourist destination for its beaches and resort. There are 3 method of transportation going to Bohol from Manila, the most common mode of transportation are by plane. It usually take less than an hour through air travel from Manila Domestic Airport to Tagbilaran Airport, Tagbilaran is the capital of Bohol. Aside from air travel from Manila, bus is another means of transportation when prefering a land travel , but in my own opinion it is not advisable to travel by land because it usually took 1 1/2 day for the travel. Travel by land is just for sightseers as there are a lots of other tourist spot destination along the way, among them are the Mayon Volcano of Bicol, San Juanico Bridge that join Samar and Leyte. The last method of transportation is by sea, there are 4 regular schedule when travelling by commercial from Manila to Bohol, aside from from ship travel from Manila there are 9 daily routes from Cebu and others from, CDO, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Iligan. The major Pier that is known as Tagbilaran City Tourist Pier but there are still small port that cater small traveller and RORO transportation.

Tourist Spot in Bohol:


Chocolate Hills : Is an unusual geological formation, there are 1,776 hills that are scattered with in 50 square km. The hills was covered by grass that change to brown during summer season that  name it Chocolate Hills, it was declared as Philippine third National Geographic Monument.


Panglao Island: Panglao island is a popular tourist spot in Philippines during summer for beach resort goer, the Island is popular with its white sand, the destination includes Gak-ang, Pontod, and Balicasag.

Travel Bicol- Destination For Vacationer

Bicol region also known as Bicolandia (Region V) is one of the 17 region situated on Southern part of Luzon, Bikol is comprise of six province, Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon, and the island of Catanduanes and Masbate. It has a total land area of 17,632.5 square km. Primarily the area is a agricultural region, their primary products include Copra or other coconut product along with other agricultural goods such as corn, rice, jackfruit, etc... Aside from agriculture, Bicolanos are also involved in Fishing as Bikol was bounded by ocean and seas. Bicolanos are known for their fondness with spicy food that usually prepared with coconut milk as an ingredient, the place are also known for religious festivities that attracts a lot of devotee and tourist, among them are Our lady of Penafrancia also known as the Queen Patroness of Bikolandia., it is a week long festivities to honor Virgin Mary.

Destination When Travel in Bicol

Bicol are known for some of top tourist destination in the Philippines, among them are Mayon Volcano, recorded as the most active Volcano in Philippines, Mayon has become a promonient landmark  because of its prefect symetrical conical shape. Mayon is 2,462 above sea level and rising from the gulf of Albay.

Cam Sur water sports complex has emerged as  top tourist spot in Philippines, it is a water sport park for wakeboarding, wake skating and water sking. It was situated on Pili, Camarines Sur.
Donsol, Sorsogon is also a popular destination for tourist especially with diver for whale shark spotter. Whale shark is considered as the most largest species, it usually grow more than  12 meters in length and weight 21 tonnes.

Route of Transportation :
There are several method of transportation going to Bicol region, it is by commercial airplane from Manila domestic airport to Southern Luzon Int'l Airport that usually take more than an hour. The alternative method of transportation for Bicol is by land, it usually took 6 - 12 hours depending exactly for your destination as Bicol is comprises of different province, Bicol has also become a major thoroughfare for transporting a product by land from Visayas to Manila or vice versa because of RORO operation.

Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park and Sanctuary

Tubbataha reef national park is marine sanctuary protected area situared in Sulu sea, 181 kilometer southeast of Puerto Princesa, Palawan. It is voted as #1 as natural park in Philippines in survey done by a television in Phillipines. Tubbataha reef is very popular diving destination not just for local tourist as well for foreign aswell for its coral “walls”  where the shallow coral reef ends. Tubbataha  is made of 2 coral atolls diveided by 5 mile channel, the southern reef which is 5 km in length and 3 km in width while the Northern reef which is 9.9 miles in length and 3 miles wide. Trips to Tubbataha are all vessel based, it takes about 10 hours of sea travel from Puerto Princesa city, The vessel depart at night time and usually arrived early morning, Puerto Princesa is just 5-10 minute drive from the airport and an hour flight from Manila domestic airport. Tubbataha is not just a haven for tourist especially to divers but also an untouched habitat for many species of fish, there are hammerheads sharks, barracudas, string ray, etc. There is also some sighting of tiger sharks and whale sharks as well. It is open to live-aboard diving excursion from April to June when the waves are mostly calm, the park entrance is at Php 3,000.00 which is affordable considering natural beauty that can be experience.

Manila Tourist Attraction

Manila or Maynila is the capital of the Philippines and one of the most visited tourist spot in Philippines, it is one of the 16 cities that comprise of National Capital Region or Metro Manila. It has an area of 38.55 square kilometer with a population of  approximately 1.8 million people that makes it one of most densely pupulated city in the world. The local dialect in Manila is Tagalog or Filipino language and majority of people in Manila are able to speak or at least understand basic English that makes it a foreign tourist friendly. Internetional in Philippines is situated in Manila but some portion are located in Pasay and Paranaque which are adjacent to Manila proper. The weather in Manila is warm and humid because it is just adjacent to Manila bay. The mode of transportation within Manila proper and its adjacent sities are Taxi cab,  Jeepney, tricycle, pedicab, kuliglig and there is some kalesa in some area in Manila particularly in Binondo area. Manila is very popular with local and foreign tourist for the reason that it is adjacent to some major tourist attraction in Philippines, it is nearby in International airport and domestic airport for easy travel in far away tourist spot destination in Philippines. Here is some Tourist spot in Manila.

             

Luneta or Rizal Park: It could be the most popular park in the Philippines because of its significant for Philippine history, Historically Luneta is known as Bagumbayan and known as a execution place for criminals and or some Filipino that are against with Spain politically, some of Them are the Gomburza ( Gomes, Burgos, Zamora) a filipino priest that accused by subversion arising from Cavite mutiny and off course Luneta is famously known as the execution place for our national hero in December 30, 1899 Dr. Jose Rizal. Aside from its historical value Rizal park is popular for sunset sightseeing in Manila bay.

Manila Cathedral : It is also known as Cathedral Basillica of Immaculate Conception, it is a popular manila tourist destination for the historical value it offers. It is established in 1581 using bamboo and nipa hut. Manila cathedral is located in Intramuros known also a historical place in Manila.


Walled City of Intramuros (Fort Santiago): The wall was erected by the Spanish as a military defense structure from from Filipino freedom fighter. Dr. Jose Rizal was also inprisoned in Fort Santiago until the time of his execution Bagumbayan (Luneta).

Ocean Park Manila: It is situated just across of Rizal Park at the back of Quirino Grandstand.

Manila Bay: It is situated along Roxas Blvd and famous for sunset sightseeing.

Divisoria Market/ Tutuban Market: Famous for shoppers, find here anything you want at affordable price

It is just a partial list of popular tourist attraction in City of Manila as there still a lots of interesting places to visit.

Accomodation is also not a problem in Manila as there is a lot of hotel or inn that are available depending on your budget from the sophisticated Manila hotel situated in Roxaz Boulevard (Near Quirino grandstand) to low cost Manila hotel situated in Malate area. Whenever you decide to visit our Country Philippines, be assure to visit our historical tourist spot in Philippines particularly in Manila and discover a bit about our country Philippines.

Boracay Beach Resorts

Boracay beach resorts is a popular tourist spot for local or tourist in Philippines, it was situated approximately 200 miles south of Manila. In 1991 it is voted as one of the best beaches in the world according to BMW Tropical Beach Handbook and once again in 1996 as #1 tropical beach as the worlds  according to British publication TV Quick. Boracay Island is not only popular for foreign visitor aswell for local tourist especially during summer vacation.

Boracay island is situated off the north west corner of Panay Island and it is also part ok Aklan province with a land area of 10 square km. They spoke a local known as Aklanon, Visaya, and Filipino (Tagalog). There are 2 mode of transportation bound to Boracay, by air and by sea. By air there are 2 airports cater transportation for local and foreign tourist, Kalibo International Airport and Katiklan Airport. Secondly by land and seas as there are several Manila based bus company operate bus routes going to Caticlan via SRNH.

Accomodation:

There are a lots of accomodation scattered all throughout the perimiter of Boracay beach Resort, ranging from luxurious to budget type of accomodation. Pricing for Boracay hotels and resort varies depending on period of heavy tourism such as during summer season, or during lond holidays such as christmas holiday.

Outdoor Activities:

Leisure activities on Boracay Island Resort includes golf, snorkeling, scubadiving, kite boarding and off course swimming at the white sand and beach relaxation. It also has a lots of night club, bar and restaurant for Boracay nightlife.

Boracay island resort is so perfect that it offers everything that tourist are looking for that makes it as one of the most visited tourist spot in Philippines.

Baguio Tourist Spots Destination

Baguio city is a popular tourist spots destination  in the Philippines not only for foreign tourist but also for local tourist. Baguio city is 220 kilometer away or 5-6 drive from city of Manila with an altitude of about 1,500 feet from sea level. Because of its high elevation, Baguio city has become the summer capital of the Philippines for having the coldest temperature compare with other area in the Philippines, the city temperature is usually 8 degrees celsius lower compare to average temperature of the rest in the country. There are several  mode of transportation from Manila  to Baguio, by land and by air. If you are going  to Baguio by land there are a lots of public utility buses bound to Baguio, I think for the time being the transportation fare will cost less than Php 400.00 for a one way airconditioned bus. You have to passby on several province going to Baguio, they are Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Pangasinan, and La Union. From La Union there are three access road known leading to Baguio on a mountain trail, Kennon Rd, Marcos Highway, and Naguillan Rd.  The other means of transportation going to Baguio city is through airplane from Domestic airport in Manila to Loakan airport in Baguio, it will ontake you a maximum of 45 minute travelling by air. Where to stay in Baguio is not really a problem because there are a lots of transient house for cheap  Baguio accomodation that are capable for accomodating entire families in a reasonable price, you could always find guys with cardboard placard in bus terminal aswell in Burnham park Baguio offering transient house to stay with. The transient house is usually fully furnished, they even have pot, utensils, and gas stove to prepare food. Aside from transient house you could always find a lots of hotel in Baguio city, there are a lots of hotel to choose that will surely suit with your budget. Hotel Elizabeth Baguio, Venus Park View Hotel, Albergo Hotel, Hotel Venis to name. Baguio city is a great tourist destination for Filipino during summer, for the reason that it is not really  far from Metro Manila where local tourist mostly came from and of course for the ovbious reason that the temperature in Manila during that time is so warm. Taxi and jeepney is the main trasportation to visit tourist spot in Baguio city which is really affordable but if you want your travel become more convenient there are some car rental that are available for their service.

Popular Tourist Spot in Baguio:

Burnham Park : A park within the heart of city plaza, the park has a man made lake at the center where can rented boat for boating, they also have skating rink and biking area for tourist.

Mines View Park : It is popular place for tourist to shop and buy souvenir, explore and view scenery of an abandoned mine.

Camp John Hay : Is formerly a recreation place for United States Armed Foces in the Philippines dring the time that they have still a base in Subic and Clark, At present, the former American facility serves as a major tourist attraction in Baguio city. Among its current major attractions are the Par-69 golf course, several restaurants and shops, and the Manor a  Suites at Camp John Hay.

Wright Park : It is a park nearby Mines View Park, it main attraction is horse back riding for a tourist who wish with.

Mansion House : Official residence of President of the Philipppines in city of Baguio.

Baguio City Market : It offers different native handicraft for souvenir, you could find here fresh vegetable as baguio is a part of salad capital of the Philippines.

And a lots more...

About the Philippines

Philippines is an archipelago compose of 7,107 island with a land area of 300,000 square km. It is divided into three island groups: Luzon which also compose of different island, which includes the main island of Luzon, Mindoro, Palawan, Masbate, and Batanes island, Luzon is also the biggest island in the Philippines. Visayas is the second group and can be found in southern part of Luzon, it compose of Bohol, Cebu, Leyte and Samar and last is Mindanao which can be found on the Southern part of Visayas, it is the second largest island in the Philippines with an estimated area of 95,000 square km. Mindanao includes the main island of Mindanao and it also includes The archipelago of Sulu which consist of Basilan, Sulu island and Tawi-Tawi. Philippines is divided into hierachy of government known as Local Government Uniti (LGU). The entire Philippines is compose of 81 province which compose of different municipalities and cities and sub divided into small community known as Barangay.  Philippines is known as the only Christian nation of Asia as majority of Filipinos are inclined with their Catholic faith, aside from Catholicism there are also other Christian denomination that can freely practice their belief such as Iglesia ni Cristo, Protestantism, Born Again Christian and other Christian small Christian congregation. A lots of Filipino are also inclined with Islam faith especially for those Filipino on southern part of Philippines particularly in Mindanao, while there is some diversity with Filipino religious belief each of us are equally protected by Philippine law as guarantee by Philippine constitution.
Philippines is a tropical country, the air is humid as our country was sorrounded by seas and ocean, the temperature is warm.Philippines has three season, Summer (March to May), Rainy (June to November), and Winter season (November to February). The official language in the Philippines is Filipino (Tagalog) and majority of Filipino are English litterate too which make English our second widely used language. Aside from Tagalog and English, Filipinos also speak with their own local dialects such as Kapampangan, Bicol, Visayan, Ilocano and a lots more...

Best Tourist Spot in Philippines

Philippines is a great destination for every person who cherish relaxation in daily stressed life, You could find in Philippines the biggest mall in asia or probably in the world, that makes our country a shoppers haven for tourist but if you were looking for affordable Philippine product or souvenir, Divisoria is  best to visit as there are a lots of product which are not only affordable with a quality. Aside from being a shoppers destination you could also find some Historic places in Philippines particularly in Manila such as  Fort Santiago, Rizal Park, Manila Cathedral. Because Philippines is an archipelago and compose of different island our country is also popular for its beautiful beaches and the most famous among them is Boracay island in Aklan province, Panglao in Bohol, Pagudpod beaches and others. This is just a partial list of tourist spot in Philippines as there are still hundreds or thousand of amazing places which our country country can be able to offer.