Manila, the bustling capital of the Philippines, designated as both the Capital District and District 1, is not just a city but a vivid tapestry of history, culture, and urban energy. Founded on June 24, 1571, by Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi, it has grown from a small colonial outpost to one of the […]
Blogs of a City and a Provincial Capital Town: Maguindanao del Norte is one of the newest provinces in the Philippines, located in the BARRM Region in Mindanao, its provincial capital is the municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat. The province was created following a plebiscite held on September 17, 2022, that split the former Maguindanao
Blogs of Cities: Discover Surigao del Sur: A Gem in the Philippine Archipelago Surigao del Sur is one of the hidden treasures in the Philippines, located in the Caraga Region in the northeastern part of Mindanao. Its provincial capital is Tandag City. This province is famous for its stunning coastlines, magnificent waterfalls, and rich cultural
Blogs of a City and a Provincial Capital Town: Discovering Agusan del Sur, Philippines Agusan del Sur is a landlocked province located in the Caraga Region of Mindanao, Philippines. It is known for its vast agricultural lands, rich cultural heritage, and natural beauty. Its province capital is the municipality of Prosperidad. This province offers a
Blogs of Cities: Misamis Oriental is a province located in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines. Its provincial capital and the regional center are the city of Cagayan de Oro. Cagayan de Oro is the business hub and the center of commerce, education, and government administration in the region, often referred to as the
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Santa Monica Church near Roxas City by Raniejosecastanda- Own work Capiz, often heralded as the “Seafood Capital of the Philippines”, is a province that boasts a deep connection with the marine bounty of the Sibuyan Sea. Situated in the Western Visayas region on Panay Island, Capiz is a destination that offers much more than its picturesque
Explore the Riches of Antique Province, Philippines Antique Province is a gem tucked away on the island of Panay in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Its provincial capital is the municipality of San Jose de Buenavista. Known for its pristine beaches, mountainous terrain, and rich cultural heritage, Antique is a province that boasts
Apayao is a landlocked province located in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) in the northern part of the Philippines. Known for its rugged terrain and rich culture, the province is a place of natural beauty and offers a glimpse into the traditions of the indigenous Isnag people. Its provincial capital is the municipality of Kabugao.
Abra Valley view from Casamata Hill by Iannekleina Abra is a landlocked province in the Philippines, situated in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) in Luzon. Its provincial capital is the municipality of Bangued. Abra from the Spanish “abre” meaning gorge, breach, or opening denoted Banaoang Gap from which the Rio Grande de Abra flows to