The Legacy of the Cagsawa Ruins to the People of Albay.

Mayon Volcano

Albay …the province that is bounded by the province of Camarines Sur on the north and by the Province of Sorsogon on the south is known worldwide as the land of the world’s most perfect cone- the Mayon Volcano. A visitor’s stay in Albay would not be complete if the majestic beauty of Mayon Volcano is not seen. But as in most cases, the peak would be covered with clouds, very much in character with the coyness of the “daragang magayon” (beautiful maiden) it is likened to. The mystery and tantrums of this volcano however, has left a trail of countless deaths and destructions to property.

It’s summer vacation. The temperature is soaring high in that summer heat and the family needs some cool breeze air or a dip in the water or better just a simple relaxation viewing the nice scenery of Taal Volcano and the country side. Tagaytay City is a third class city in the province of Cavite, that is about 60 miles south of Metro Manila. A very popular tourist destination for its excellent cool breeze of air, mountainous treks of nature, green pastures of land that is perfect for horseback riding, and of course the view of the popular and historical Taal Volcano.

Typhoon Islands, the Home of the Winds, the Land of Ivatans, The Northern Gateway to the Philippines…these are the distinct names given to the Batanes archipelago. The ten islands and islets that composed this northernmost frontier of the Philippines are considered to be one of the undiscovered unique tourist destinations.

Batanes - Paradise Philippines

The City of Pasig was founded on July 1573. The original Pasig was a vast territory of mountainous and grass field trek extending as it did from Montalban 20 kilometers to the North (being in olden times a barrio of San Mateo) and as far south as Bai more than 50 kms. as the crow flies. The early known settlers when the Spaniards came to Pasig were called – Remontados. The name was derived from the Spanish verb “remontar,” meaning, “to flee from the hills,” ”to frighten away,” or “go back to the mountains.” This indigenous peoples are said to be the descendants of lowlanders who opted to live in the mountains to avoid subjugation and persecution by the occupying Spaniards.

Pasig City Hall

A province in the northeastern corner part of Luzon facing the Pacific Ocean, Cagayan Province is home and the regional center of the Cagayan Valley Region. Derived from the word “tagay” a kind of plant that abundantly grows in the province it was subsequently named “Catagayan” which means where the plant comes from. ( Don’t mistake the word for its street traditional term “Tagay” which means “Your turn for the shot of drink” in a drinking session.) Cagayan Province is bounded by the Pacific Ocean on the east, on the southside Which is Isabela Province, on the west is the Cordillera Mountains, and on the north by the Balintang Channel and the Babuyan Group of Islands. About a few kilometers from the northeastern tip of the province is the Palaui Island, and to the west is Fuga Island. The Babuyan Group of Islands, which includes Calayan, Dalupiri, Camiguin, and Babuyan Claro, is about 60 nautical miles north of Luzon mainland.

Cagayan Provincial Capitol

Indulging into one of the many paradise beaches in the Philippines provides a well deserve break from all the haggles in life. May it be for scuba diving, snorkeling, boating, fishing, a walk in the beach or just even as simple as family outing would bring the greatest pleasures in life. Should you be looking for a great escape into a well deserve vacation the mystical world of Pagudpud is one of the many paradise destination one can savor.

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