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TOURIST ATTRACTION IN BUTUAN CITY, SURIGAO AND SIARGAO

This museum is the

repository of historical and
cultural materials and
artifacts that proves
Butuan’s prehistoric
existence and rich cultural
BUTUAN heritage. There are two
NATIONAL exhibit galleries. The
MUSEUM Archaeological Hall and
Ethnological Hall
Specimens of stone crafts,
metal crafts, woodcrafts,
potteries, goldsmithing,
burial coffins, and other
archaeological diggings are
exhibited. At the
Ethnological Hall are
exhibits of contemporary
cultural materials the
Butuanon or every Filipino
for matter used for a living.

The museum is several

BALANGAY kilometers east of
SHRINE downtown Butuan City-
MUSEUM more or less 5 minutes
tricycle ride. The exact
location of the excavation
site /shrine museum
is Sitio Ambangan,
Libertad, Butuan
City where the 320 AD
dated boat is now on
display. The first boat was
discovered in September
06, 1976 and dating was
conducted by Gakushuin
University of Tokyo Japa
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It is the largest and least

disturbed freshwater
AGUSAN MARSH wetland in the country. The
WILDLIFE marsh plays an important
SANCTUARY ecological role in Caraga
Region and has a complex
network of marshes, rivers,
lakes and ponds

Reaching the Banza

Church Ruins is relatively
straightforward. From
Butuan City's center, head
southwest towards
BANZA CHURCH Barangay Banza. The ruins
RUINS are conveniently located,
making it an accessible
attraction for tourists. Many
local transportation options,
such as tricycles and
jeepneys, can take you to
the site. Navigating the
narrow streets of Barangay
Banza will lead you to this
historical treasure.
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Magellan's Anchorage,
nestled in the quaint city of
Butuan in the Philippines,
offers a serene beach
experience steeped in
MAGELLAN’S historical intrigue. This
ANCHORAGE beach, while not renowned
for its extensive length or
pristine white sands,
captivates visitors with its
deep cultural and historical
significance. Activities here
are more reflective and
subdued, focusing on the
tranquility and the scenic
beauty of the surroundings
rather than high-energy
beach sports. At Magellan's
Anchorage, the emphasis
is on relaxation, casual
strolls along the beach, and
soaking in the rich
historical aura of the place.

This is the portal for the

Battle of Surigao Strait
Museum, a historical
museum established in
BATTLE OF Surigao City. It will officially
SURIGAO STRAIT open on the 70th
MUSEUM anniversary of the Battle of
Surigao Strait Museum on
Oct 25, 2014. It is the only
museum in the world that
has a complete display of a
"fired" WW2 Japanese
aerial torpedo which did not
hit its target and instead
dived into the sand, only to
be found 70 years after.
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Silop Cave is located at
Brgy. Silop, Surigao City. It
is a 20 minutes ride from
the city center. You can
SILOP MULTI- either take a jeep bound to
CAVES arellano then alight at the
barangay Silop junction or
you can hail a habal-habal
that would take you directly
to Silop Barangay Hall
where the registration
process takes place.

Lake Mainit, located on

the border of Surigao del
Norte and Agusan del Sur
provinces,
northeastern Mindanao, Ph
LAKE MAINIT ilippines. The country’s
fourth largest lake, it has
an area of 58 square miles
(150 square km). Its outlet
is the Tubay River, which
flows southward before
entering Butuan Bay of
the Mindanao Sea. Lake
Mainit is skirted on the east
by the Philippine-Japan
Friendship Highway,
connecting Surigao and
Davao. The area has
secondary forests, and
rice, corn (maize), and
bananas are grown.
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Siargao is a teardrop-
shaped island located on
the northeastern coast of
Mindanao. It is best known
for its reliable surfing
SIARGAO conditions all year round,
ISLANDS which have earned it the
title of the "Surfing Capital
of the Philippines." Thanks
to its reliable surfing
weather, it has become a
great surfing spot for both
veterans and beginners.

the Battle of Surigao Strait

Museum commemorates
the 1944 naval battle
between U.S. and
Australian warships and
BATTLE OF the Japanese Southern
SURIGAO STRAIT Force. It is located between
MUSEUM Visayas and Mindanao and
features artifacts from the
battle, such as
photographs and
documents. The museum
also provides educational
programs and interactive
exhibits to help visitors
learn more about the past
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TOURIST ATTRACTION IN BATAAN
Las Casas Filipinas de
Acuzar is the Philippines’
first-ever heritage resort
located in Bagac, Bataan. It
LAS CASAS is also one of the
FILIPINAS DE most unique hotels in the
ACUZAR Philippines.
This 400-hectare
picturesque luxury resort in
the Philippines showcases
over 30 heritage homes
from different parts of the
Philippines fully-restored
brick-by-brick to their glory
days, making it one of the
popular Bataan tourist
destinations. Pet parents
will be happy to note that it
is also one of the pet
friendly resorts near
Manila.

THE HIDDEN Mariveles, Bataan is

COVES AT FIVE getting a lot of social media
FINGERS attention thanks to its cove-
to-cove hopping. Aptly
named Five Fingers, these
hidden coves and points
look like five fingers on the
Bataan map.
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Even if Corregidor Island is

located in Cavite, people
associate it more with Bataan
THE RUINS AT because it’s just a short distance
CORREGIDOR away.
ISLAND You can walk among the ruins,
check out the tunnels and
cannons, and even go ghost-
hunting if you’re brave enough.
This and other historical places
in Bataan are included in many
Bataan tours.

The Bataan World War II

Museum in Balanga City stands
as a poignant tribute to the
courage and sacrifices of Filipino
BATAAN WORLD and American soldiers during
WAR II MUSEUM World War II, particularly
highlighting the infamous
Bataan Death March. Visitors to
the museum embark on a
journey through history,
encountering a wealth of
artefacts, photographs, and
exhibits that vividly depict the
harsh realities faced by soldiers
and civilians alike.

City of Balanga Wetland and

Nature Park hosts thousands of
BALANGA migratory birds almost every day
NATURE AND during the season. It is
WETLAND PARK considered as a natural outdoor
museum, showcasing the
magnificence of a well-
diversified bio network.
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Mount Samat National

Shrine stands as a top
attraction's poignant
MT. SAMAT SHRINE memorial honouring the
OF VALOR bravery of Filipino and
American soldiers who
defended Bataan during
World War II. Dominated
by a towering cross that
reaches 92 metres high,
the shrine symbolises
both peace and
sacrifice.

The Pawikan
Conservation Center is
one of the Morong,
Bataan tourist spots and
is a safe haven for
Philippine pawikan (sea
turtle). The species face
PAWIKAN several threats yearly,
CONSERVATION including egg gathering,
CENTER poaching, illegal fishing,
and slaughter.
The conservation center
provides protection as
well as facilities for
hatching and healing.
It’s best to visit during
the months of August
until February when the
female turtles make
their way to the shore to
lay eggs.
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Located in Orani, about

40 minutes from the
Bataan Highway, the
Bataan National Park is
the last remaining
BATAAN NATIONAL closed-canopy
PARK dipterocarp forest in the
whole Central Luzon.
It’s the home of several
wildlife species including
giant fruit bats, wild
monkeys, wild boars,
civet cats, eagles, and
pygmy woodpeckers.

Bataan, nestled in the

Central Luzon region of
the Philippines, boasts a
compelling blend of
historical landmarks,
natural wonders, and
DUNSULAN FALLS cultural treasures,
making it a versatile
destination for travellers
of all interests. For
nature enthusiasts
seeking tranquillity,
Dunsulan Falls offers a
secluded retreat near
Mount Samat.

Pantingan Peak,
situated in Bataan, is a
thrilling destination for
avid hikers seeking a
PANTINGAN PEAK challenging yet
HIKE rewarding adventure.
The trail winds through
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dense forests, across
rivers, and up steep
inclines, offering hikers
diverse terrain to
conquer.

TRAVEL DESTINATION IN LA UNION

The Franciscan priests

Fr. Juan Baptista
Lucarrelli and Fr.
Sebastian Baeza
established Agoo in
1578 when it was still a
BASILICA MINORE part of Pangasinan. The
OF OUR LADY OF Augustinians later took
CHARITY over the mission in
1598. Agoo was named
after a river whose
banks were lush with
pine-like trees called
agoo.
The Museo de Iloko,
(also called the Agoo
Museum or the Agoo
Presidencia), is a
heritage building and
museum located in
MUSEO DE ILOKO Agoo, La Union,
Philippines, known for
its collection of
"artifacts and other
pieces of cultural
importance to the
Ilocanos", and for being
one of few surviving
examples of American
Colonial Era
architecture in the
Ilocos Region.
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Saint William the Hermit
Cathedral, commonly
known as San
Fernando Cathedral, is
ST. WILLIAM THE the seat of the Roman
HERMIT Catholic Diocese of San
CATHEDRAL Fernando de La Union,
in the Philippines.

The Ma-Cho, Mazu or

Ma Cho Temple is a
Taoist temple to the
MA-CHO TEMPLE Chinese Sea-Goddess
Mazu located on
Quezon Avenue in
Barangay II, San
Fernando, La Union in
the Philippines.

Sacredly and holy, the

Pindangan Ruins stood
at Brgy. San Vicente,
San Fernando City, La
PINDANGAN RUINS Union. It is located near
Camp Oscar Florendo,
Police Regional Office
1, about 500 meters
from the national
highway.

Christ the Redeemer is

located in Reservoir
Hill. It's a bit difficult to
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reach the place
CHRIST THYE because tricycle most
REDEEMER STATUE likely cannot take the
uphill climb. Most locals
climb the hill during
Lenten season after
they have visited the
church

CONVERTED INTO A
MOUNTAIN BASTION BACSIL
RIDGE CONSTITUTED THE EAST
FLANK OF THE JAPANESE LINE
ESTABLISHED IN MID-JANUARY
1945 AT THE NORTH SIDE OF
BACSIL RIDGE SAN FERNANDO , LA UNION.
MONUMENT SUBJECTED TO SEVERAL
CONCERTED ATTACKS BY
ELEMENTS OF THE 121ST
INFANTRY, UASAFIP, NL. BACSIL
WAS FINALLY TAKEN ON 21
MARCH 1945, AND THREE
DAYS LATER THE TOWN-PORT
OF SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION
WAS LIBERATED.

Flora and fauna at la

union? Why not. One of
the main tourist
destination in the
LA UNION BOTANICAL province. The Botanical
GARDEN and zoological garden is
located at cadaclan, San
Fernando with a very
affordable entrance fee
you can explore its
breathtaking landscape.
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The Poro Point Lighthouse is

one that the City of San
Fernando, La Union proudly
PORO POINT LIGHT boasts. Built during the
HOUSE
American occupation in
1905, it is a concrete tower
standing 27 feet high and
houses a gallery.

Located atop a hill in the

vibrant city of San Fernando,
La Union, Pagoda Hill is a
scenic gem that offers a
panoramic view of the San
Fernando City Bay. This
picturesque spot is
particularly renowned for its
PAGODA HILL
stunning sunsets, drawing
many visitors who come to
marvel at the natural beauty
of La Union as the day comes
to an end.
TRAVEL DESTINATION IN ILOILO CITY
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Islas de Gigantes (also
known as Gigantes
Islands), or “Islands of
Giants,” earned its name
from folklore about ancient
giant inhabitants whose
massive bones were
ISLAS DE
supposedly found on the
GIGANTES
islands. Located off the
coast of Carles town in
northern Iloilo province

Located in the town of San

Joaquin, Garin Farm is a
unique inland resort in
Iloilo province that
combines recreation,
spirituality, and agriculture
all in one. Here, you can
GARIN FARM enjoy a variety of outdoor
activities like kayaking,
swimming, fishing, and
zip-lining.

Iloilo province is home to

historical churches and
ancestral homes that
provide a glimpse into the
lives of its wealthy families
from centuries past. One
of the most unique
MOLO CHURCH
churches here is Molo
Church, also known as the
"female church" for its
collection of statues
depicting female saints.

Miagao Church stands in

the municipality of Miagao
in Iloilo and is known as
one of the most visited
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attractions in the province.
This historic church dates
back to 1786 when it was
constructed and features
baroque design elements
along with motifs of
Chinese and Filipino
MIAGAO CHURCH
aspects in its facade,
making it a unique place
of worship and one of the
most beautiful
architectural gems in the
Philippines.

Sicogon Island, which was

known as a resort hotspot
in the 1970s and 80s,
continues to be a stunning
getaway destination in
Iloilo province. With its
uniquely toned yellow-
orange sands, lush
SICOGON ISLAND forests, and vibrant marine
life, Sicogon Island offers
an enticing escape for
beachgoers and nature
lovers.

Concepcion, a scenic
town in Iloilo Province,
is known for its
collection of 16
picturesque islands that
dot the Concepcion Bay.
Although less popular
than the famous Islas de
Gigantes, Concepcion
town offers a quieter
island-hopping
CONCEPCION experience with
beautiful beaches and
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TOWN ISLAND crystal-clear waters

Nicknamed the “Little

Baguio” of Iloilo
Province, Bucari Pine
Forest is often
compared to Baguio, a
beloved highland city in
the northern Philippines
BUCARI FINE known for its cool
FOREST climate, pine-covered
hills, and refreshing
mountain air.

Built in the 1920s, the

Yusay-Consing Mansion
—better known as Molo
Mansion—once
belonged to a prominent
local family and now
serves as a popular
heritage site open to the
public. This beautifully
restored mansion
MOLO MANSION showcases Filipino
colonial architecture and
is home to stores
offering high-quality
Ilonggo-inspired
souvenirs and clothing.

The Iloilo River

Esplanade walkway is
a beautiful urban
retreat designed to
promote both
ecological awareness
ILOILO RIVER and an active lifestyle.
ESPLANADE This scenic riverside
WALKWAY walkway spans from
Diversion Road to
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Carpenter’s Bridge,
bridging the Molo and
Mandurriao
neighborhoods.

The enchanting
Bantigue Island is
home to a strikingly
long sandbar that
changes shape with
the shifting tides,
creating a surreal
BANTIGUE ISLAND landscape. For those
who love camping,
Bantigue is an ideal
spot, offering
breathtaking sunrise
and sunset views that
make for an
unforgettable
experience.