Native Talisaynon during their Halad Inasal Festival by Mark Linel Padecio Exploring Talisay, Cebu: A Hidden Gem in the Queen City of the South Nestled just a few kilometers south of Cebu City in the Metro Cebu area, the component city of Talisay offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that makes […]
View of Ormoc from Ormoc Bay by ax-Flickr: Seaside view 2 Ormoc City: A Hidden Gem in Northern Leyte Nestled on the western coast of Leyte Island in the Philippines, is the independent component city of Ormoc which has a captivating blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and vibrant culture. With its 110 barangays it
Street performers carrying taklub on their backs by JinJian Exploring Tacloban: The Gateway to Northern Leyte Tacloban is highly urbanized independent city and the regional center of Eastern Visayas. It is a vibrant and resilient hub that offers a captivating mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. As the capitol city of Northern Leyte Tacloban has an
I would like to apologize for not having this written this Blog much sooner. But today it dawned on me that I am writing for people from all around the world, and not just Filipinos or their families. Therefore, here is a breakdown of the political systems for the country of the Philippines, ENJOY! Understanding
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Mandaue, Mactan view from Tops Lookout by Patrickroque01 Discovering Mandaue: A Hidden Gem in Cebu Nestled in the heart of Cebu Island, this highly urbanized city known as Mandaue is often overshadowed by its more popular neighbors, Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City, which together make up Metro Cebu. Having only 27 barangays and with a
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Iloilo Business Park in Mandurriao district, the new central business district of Iloilo City by Patrickroque01 Discovering Iloilo City: A Gem in the Heart of the Philippines Nestled in the Western Visayas Region of the Philippines on the island of Panay is Iloilo City although it is a Highly Urban City it is a vibrant
Lapu-Lapu monument at the Mactan Shrine by Budots2 Discovering Lapu-Lapu City: The Gateway to History and Adventure Nestled on Mactan Island in Cebu, Lapu-Lapu City is a Highly Urbanized City that stands as a vibrant hub of culture, history, and modern development. Known for its rich heritage, stunning beaches, and as a key economic player
Bacolod City Skyline by Xiaoling22 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=153799290 Bacolod City: The City of Smiles in the Heart of the Philippines Sitting on the coast, Bacolod City is a Highly Urbanized Independent City and the provincial capital of Negros Occidental which is part of the Negros Island Group and situated in the
Cebu City is a Highly Urbanized City (HUC) often referred to as the “Queen City of the South,” and is a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the Central Visayas Region of the Philippines. It is the provincial capital of the Cebu province and serves as the main hub for commerce, trade, and education in
Blogs of Cities: Discover the Hidden Gems of Western Samar, Philippines Western Samar (officially known as just Samar) is a province on the island of Samar. Its provincial capital is Catbalogan City. Brimming with natural beauty and cultural heritage, it is situated in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Known for its picturesque landscapes,