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islands groups:
Luzon Island Group
NCR: National Capital Region
CAR: Cordillera Administrative Region
Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga,
Mountain Province
Region 1: Ilocos Region
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union,
Pangasinan
Region 2: Cagayan Valley
Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva
Vizcaya, Quirino
Region 3: Central Luzon
Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, Zambales
Region 4A: Calabarzon
Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal
Region 4B: MIMAROPA / Southwestern Tagalog
Marinduque, Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Palawan, Romblon
Region 5: Bicol Region
Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, Sorsogon
Visayas Island Group
Region 6: Western Visayas
Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo, Negros Occidental
Region 7: Central Visayas
Bohol, Cebu, Negros Oriental, Siquijor
Region 8: Eastern Visayas
Biliran, Eastern Samar, Leyte, Northern Samar, Samar, Southern Leyte
Mindanao Island Group
Region 9: Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay
Region 10: Northern Mindanao
Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Orientalr
Region 11: Davao Region
Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Occidental, Davao Oriental
Region 12: Soccskargen
Cotabato, Sarangani, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat
Region 13: Caraga Region
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur
Barmm: Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi
Maps of region
Provinces
Region 1 or the Ilocos Region is composed of four provinces and a city—Ilocos Norte,
Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan,
Ilocos Norte
Facts and history about region.
Ilocos Norte is a province in the northern Philippines. In the capital Laoag City, grand
Paoay Church is a fusion of local and baroque architecture. Farther north, Cape
Bojeador Lighthouse and the dramatic Kapurpurwan Rock Formation offer panoramic
ocean views. At the province’s northern tip, the town of Pagudpud is known for its
beaches, like Blue Lagoon, plus bell-shaped Timmangtang Rock and towering Kabigan
Falls.
Long before the coming of the Spaniards, there already existed an extensive region
(consisting of the present provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Abra and La Union)
renowned for its gold mines. Merchants from Japan and China would often visit the area
to trade gold with beads, ceramics and silk. The inhabitants of the region, believed to be
of Malay origin, called their place "samtoy", from "sao mi toy", which literally meant "our
language here".
Capital-Laoag City
Patron-Paoay Church (St. Augustine Church) – named a UNESCO World Heritage Site
in 1993.
St. William’s Cathedral in Laoag – famous for its Sinking Bell Tower
St. Monica Parish Church in Sarrat – documented to be the biggest church in the Ilocos
Region.
Festivals
Bacarra- Bac-bacarra Festival, Paoay- Guling-guling Festival, Laoag City-Pamulinawen
Festival, Pinili- Bawang Festival, Batac City- Empanada Festival, Marcos- Pinakbet
Festival, Banna- Panagabuos Festival, Dingras- Ani Festival, Solsona- Gameng
Festival, Sarrat- Binakol Festival, San Nicolas- Damili Festival, Currimao- Dinaklisan
Festival, Badoc- La Virhen Milagroa Festival, Nueva Era- Tadek Festival, Piddig- Basi
Festival, Pagudpod- Kangayedan Festival, Bangui- Amian Festival, Burgos- Saniata
Festival, Pasuquin- Panagsana Festival, Vintar- Siwawer Festival, Adams-
Ginginubatan Festival, Carasi- Magdadaran Talip Festival, Dumalneg- Panagwawagi
festival
Tourist spot Agustin Church of Paoay, Bangui Windmills, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse,
Cities and municipalities. (9) cities namely: Dagupan City, San Carlos City, Alaminos
City and Urdaneta City in Pangasinan; Candon City and Vigan City in Ilocos Sur; Batac
City and Laoag City in Ilocos Norte; and the regional capital is the City of San Fernando,
La Union. There are 116 municipalities and 3, 265 barangays.
Ilocos Sur
Facts and history about province
Ilocos Sur is a province of the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region in Luzon. Vigan
City, located on the mouth of the Mestizo River is the provincial capital.
On December 2, 1999, Vigan became part of the UNESCO World Heritage List because
of its unique Spanish colonial history in Asia, well-preserved Spanish monuments and
edifices, and thriving cultural heritage.
Vigan known as heritage village is unique for having preserved much of its Hispanic
colonial character, particularly its grid street pattern and historic urban lay out. Its
significance also lies on how the different architectural influences are blended to create
a homogenous townscape.
GEOGRAPHY: Ilocos Sur is bordered by Ilocos Norte and Abra to the north, Mountain
Province to the east, La Union and Benguet to the south, and the South China Sea to
the west. Ilocos Sur has an area of 2,579.60 square kilometers occupying about 20.10
percent of the total land area of the Ilocos Region.
Festivals
Sinait Garlic Festival, Ilocos Sur Philippines, Viva Vigan Festival, Ilocos Sur Philippines,
Longaniza Festival, Ilocos Sur Philippines, Pinakbet Festival, Ilocos Sur Philippines,
Tabako Festival, Ilocos Sur Philippines
Tourist spot
Calle Crisologo, Vigan Cathedral, Bantay Church Bell Tower. Baluarte Resort and Mini
Zoo, Archbishop's Palace, Syquia Mansion Museum, Pagburnayan Jar Factory, RG Jar
Factory.
La Union
History and facts about province
The province of La Union was formed in 1850 when the Spanish colonial government of
Governor-General Antonio Maria Blanco merged the southern towns of Ilocos Sur, the
northern towns of Pangasinan, and the western towns of Benguet to the east. Source:
PIA The natives of what is now La Union were already trading with the Japanese
Spaniards came to the Philippines; the area of Agoo was then known as "Puerto de
japon." Captain Juan de Salcedo explored the region in 1572, followed by Augustinian
missionaries who founded the towns of Balaoan, Bauang, and Agoo in the late decades
of the 16th century. The province was created on March 2, 1850 out of towns then
belonging to Ilocos Sur and Pangasinan. Luciano Almeda headed the provincial
government for a time during the Philippine Revolution while General Manuel Tinio
occupied San Fernando in May 1898.
La Union is a province in the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region in the island of
Luzon. Its capital is the city of San Fernando, which also serves as the regional center
of the whole Ilocos Region. Wikipedia
Languages: Ilocano; Pangasinan; Kankanaey; Ibaloi; Tagalog; English
Capital: San Fernando City
Their products and delicacies
Halo-Halo de Iloko, Kilawen,Naguilian Basi,Sabong Fried Chicken,Filipino-inspired
Flavored Ice Cream.
Festivals
Dinengdeng Festival. This is a festival associated with the much-loved Ilocano Culinary
dish that is famous like pinakbet and bagnet.
Feast of Our Lady of Caysasay,Tabacco Festival, Baggak Festival, Pinadangan
Festival, Sillag Festival.
Tourist spot: Tangadan Falls, Gapuz Grapes Farm, Ma-Cho Temple (Taoist Temple),
Cities and municipalities.Vigan City
• Municipalities(19)Agoo, Aringay, Bacnotan, Bagulin, Balaoan, Bangar, Bauang,
Burgos, Caba, Luna, Naguilian, Pugo, Rosario, San Gabriel, San Juan, Santo Tomas,
Santol, Sudipen, Tubao
Petron: Patron Saint of San Fernando, St. William the Hermit.
Tourist spot
Top Pangasinan Tourist Spots Mount Balungao. Bolinao Falls. ... Cape Bolinao
Lighthouse ( Pangasinan Tourist Spot ) ... Lingayen Beach. ... Hundred Island National
Park. ... Lingayen Capitol Complex ( Pangasinan Tourist Spot ) ... Oceanographic
Marine Laboratory. ... James Parish.
Cities and municipalities
Alaminos,San Carlos,Urdaneta
Agno, Aguilar, Alcala, Anda, Asingan, Balungao, Bani, Basista, Bautista,
Bayambang, Binalonan , Binmaley , Bolinao , Bugallon , Burgos , Calasiao ,
Dasol, ,Infanta, Labrador , Laoac , Lingayen , Mabini, ,Malasiqui , Manaoag ,
Mangaldan , Mangatarem , Mapandan , Natividad , Pozorrubio , Rosales , San
Fabian , San Jacinto , San Manuel , San Nicolas , San Quintin , Santa Barbara ,
Santa Maria , Santo Tomas , Sison , Sual , Tayug , Umingan , Urbiztondo ,
Villasis
Patron saints-Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag,
Region 2
Region 2 is composed of 5 provinces, namely, the valley provinces of Cagayan and
Isabela, the mountain provinces of Quirino and Nueva Vizcaya, and the island province
of Batanes. (https://www.dti.gov.ph/regions/region-2/profile/)
Cagayan
History and facts about province
Cagayan was one of the early provincias that existed during the Spanish Colonial
Period. Called La Provincia de Cagayan, its borders essentially covered the entire
Cagayan Valley, which included the present provinces of Isabela, Quirino, Nueva
Vizcaya, Batanes and portions of Kalinga and Apayao.
(https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cagayan)
Cagayan is a vast bio-diverse expanse of plains and valleys, bordered by mountains,
running north to south both on its east and west ramparts. It is crisscrossed by rivers
and creeks, the largest of which is the Cagayan River, which originates from Quirino,
and traverses the Province from south to north. The larger tributaries of the Cagayan
River are the Pinacanauan River in Peñablanca in the southeast; the Dummun River in
Gattaran and the Pared River in Alcala, both in central Cagayan; and the Zinundungan
River in Lasam and the Matalag River in Rizal, both in the west. The other rivers in the
Province are the Chico River in southwest Cagayan at Tuao, the Pata River and Abulug
River in the northwest, River in the northeast. These rivers drain the plains and valleys
of the Province, and provide water for domestic and irrigation purposes, as well.
(http://www.cagayan.gov.ph/about-cagayan/)
Capital- Its capital is the city of Tuguegarao. It is about 431 kilometres (268 mi)
northwest of Manila, and includes the Babuyan Islands to the north.
(https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cagayan)
Tourist spot
Callao Caves Resort Tourist Zone, Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat, Baggao Cave
and Water system
http://www.cagayan.gov.ph/investments/related-information/tourist-attractions/)
Isabela
History and facts about the province
Isabela is in the middle of Cagayan Valley in the northeastern Luzon. It is
bounded on the north by Cagayan, on the east by the Pacific Ocean, on the west
by Kalinga, Apayao, Mountain Province, and Ifugao; on the south by Nueva
Vizcaya, Quirino and Aurora.
The eastern and coastal areas experience moderate rainfall evenly distributed
throughout the year. The western part has a wet and a dry season.
The province was carved by royal decree from the provinces of Cagayan and
Nueva Vizcaya on May 1, 1856. It was named after Queen Isabela II of Spain.
Palanan, Isabela became a historical place when General Emilio Aquinaldo was
captured by the American forces led by General Funston on March 23, 1901.
Capital-Ilagan
Product and delicacies
Aling Belen Longganisa,Lechon Cordero, Pinataro
Festival The province of Isabela celebrates these farmer’s helpers — known in
the province as bambanti — with a festival every fourth week of January.
Isabela holds the Bambanti festival in thanksgiving for the previous year’s
harvest. The celebrations includes a trade fair, parades, street dancing, and
competitions.(https://www.bworldonline.com/bambanti-festival-2019-from-aliw-
awards-to-a-guinness-world-record/)
Tourist spot The top attractions to visit in Isabela Province are: Queen Isabela
Park Our Lady of the Pillar Parish Church Fuyot Springs National Park Abuan
River Dicotcotan Beach (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attractions-g6090415-
Activities-Isabela_Province_Cagayan_Valley_Region_Luzon.html#)
Cities and municipalities – Alicia, Angadanan,Aurora, Benito Soliven, Burgos,
Cabagan,Cordon, Delfin Albano, Dinapigue, Divilacan, Echague, Gamu, Jones,
Luna, Maconacon, Mallig, Naguilian, Palanan, Quezon, Quirino, Ramon, Reina
Mercedes, Roxas, San Agustin, San Guillermo, San Isidro, San Manuel, San
,Mariano, San Mateo, San Pablo, Santa Maria, Santo Tomas, Tumauini
Nueva Vizcaya
History and facts about province
The Province of Nueva Vizcaya used to be a territory of the vast Cagayan Valley
Region, which was once an integral political unit with one governor. In 1839 then
Governor Luis Lardizabal issued an order creating Nueva Vizcaya into politico-
military province upon the advice of the alcalde mayor of Cagayan. The order
was approved by a royal Decree on April 10, 1841.
The present territory of Nueva Vizcaya was the result of changes emanating
from the formal creation of the province of Isabela in May of 1856, wherein a
great portion of its northern area was ceded to the newly- born province.
(http://www.region2fun.ph/nueva-vizcaya/)
Capital- Bayombong
Festival
The Panagbenga or Baguio Flower Festival celebrated every February. The
festival highlights are the flower exhibits, garden tours, floral competition, and
parade of floats. Other festivals in the region include the Ulalim Festival in
Kalinga, Lang-ay Festival in Mountain Province, Banaue Imbayah Festival, and
the Tabuk Matagoan Festival.(http://car.da.gov.ph/regional-profile/)
Tourist spot
Dumli-ing FallsBalete Pass National ShrineImugan FallsCapisaan Cave System
People’s Museum and LibraryMount UgoLower Magat Eco-Tourism ParkMount
PalaliDumli-ing Falls San Vicente Ferrer ChurchSaint Dominic Cathedral
(https://touristspotsfinder.com/nueva-vizcaya-tourist-spots/)
Batanes
History and facts about province
The Batanes group of islands came in late into the folds of Spanish colonial
power. “Freedom had been the Ivatan experience for as long as they existed.
That ended on June 26, 1783, with the annexation of Batanes by the Spanish
Colonial State in the Philippines.
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-cultural-
communities-and-traditional-arts-sccta/northern-cultural-communities/the-
batanes-islands/
It is the smallest province in the Philippines.Batanes is made up of 10 volcanic
islands. https://www.zenrooms.com/blog/post/facts-about-batanes/
Tourist spot
The three largest islands, Batan, Itbayat, and Sabtang, Basco Lighthouse, Basco
(Batanes Tourist Spot), Mahatao Church, Mahatao (Batanes Tourist Spot)House
of Dakay, Batan Island (Batanes Tourist Spot)Radiwan Point, Sabtang (Batanes
Tourist Spot) https://www.tripzilla.ph/batanes-sights-must-visit/3817
Region3 comprises with the seven provinces in the central plain of Luzon
namely; Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac and
Zambales.
Aurora
History and facts about province
In 1571, Juan de Salcedo first explored Aurora Province. When he reached
Casiguran and Baler from Laguna in 1609, a Franciscan mission was founded in
Baler. In 1735, Baler was destroyed by a tidal wave from the Pacific Ocean,
which they called “Tromba Marina”. The surviving inhabitants managed to reach
the Hill of Point Baja for safety.
https://aurora.gov.ph/about/history/
Capital Baler
Products and delicacies
Baler suman, Tapol suman, Suman tapol – a suman in Baler using glutinous
purple-black rice called tapol; wrapped in buri palm leaves
Pakumbo – “strips of young coconut meat simmered for four hours in coconut
water, brown sugar, vanilla and pandan leaves;” the way it is presented appears
to be different from the usual discs in Batangas or thereabouts
http://glossaryoffilipinofood.blogspot.com/2015/09/aurora-specialties.html?m=1
Festival
Suman Festival and Sabutan Festival
http://www.traveltothephilippines.info/2012/10/20/special-events-and-festivals-in-
aurora/
Tourist spot
Natural attractions include picturesque waterfalls, lush greenery on
mountainsides, and panoramic beaches. Surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving,
mountain climbing and trekking are only some of the activities a tourist can enjoy
in Aurora.
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/aurora/
Patron/saints
Patron Saint San Luis Obispo De Tolosa
Bataan
After the April 9, 1942 U.S. surrender of the Bataan Peninsula on the main
Philippine island of Luzon to the Japanese during World War II (1939-45), the
approximately 75,000 Filipino and American troops on Bataan were forced to
make an arduous 65-mile march to prison camps. The marchers made the trek
in intense heat and were subjected to harsh treatment by Japanese guards.
Thousands perished in what became known as the Bataan Death March.
https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/bataan-death-march
Montey’s Buko Pie, Busilak’s Cashew Prunes, Dennis Ube De Leche Halaya,
Beakris Tamarind Ball, Cashew Nuts, Ina Gloria Dayap Cookies, Amanda’s
Smoked Bangus and Smoked Gigi.
https://www.traveltripsters.com/2017/10/bataan-top-pasalubong.html?m=1
Festival
Kapistahan Festival (April) Samal, Bataan, Araw ng Kagitingan (April)
Entire Bataan, Banga Festival (April) Balanga, Bataan, Alimango and Sugpo
Festival (March) Orani, Bataan, Kabuhayan Festival (February) Mariveles,
Bataan, Ibong Dayo Festival (December) Balanga, Bataan, Pawikan Festival
(November) Morong, Bataan, Kasinagan Festival (October) Pilar, Bataan,
https://philippinefestivals.com/festivals-in-bataan/
Tourist spot
Things To See And Do In Bataan :Mount Samat National Shrine, Zoobic Safari,
Pawikan Conservation Center, Balanga Wetland And Nature Park, Tarik Ridge,
Mt. Mariveles, Beautiful Beaches of Bataan, Corregidor, Las Casas Filipinas De
Acuzar .Where To Stay In Bataan: Best Hotels and Resorts: Camaya Coast
Beach Properties, Crown Royale Hotel, Sunsetview Resort
https://www.shopback.ph/blog/bataan-travel-guide-things-to-do
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bataan
Patron/saints
Domingo de Guzman is the patron saint. The Church of Samal, with Saint
Catherine of Siena as patron saint, follows at 422 years.
https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles.
Bulacan,
Capital Malolos
Products and delicacies
The Province of Bulacan is known for the following industries: Marble and
Marbleized Limestone, Jewelry, Pyrotechnics, Leathercraft, Aquaculture, Meat
and Meat Products, Garments, Furniture, High-Value Crops, and Sweets and
Native Delicacies.
https://bulacan.gov.ph/generalinfo/industriesproducts.php
Festival
Singkaban Festival – September 8-15
Kneeling Carabao in Pulilan – May 14-15
Fertility Dance in Obando – May
Baliwag Lenten Procession – Holy week
Calumpit Libad Festival – June 23-24
Feast of the Holy Cross of Wawa in Bocaue – 1st Sunday of July
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/bulacan/#:~:text=History%20of
%20Bulacan&text=Bulacan%20started%20with%20small%20fishing,to
%201750%20(San%20Rafael).
Tourist attraction
Barasoian Church
Biak na Bato National Park
Meyto Shrine
Divine Mercy National Shrine
Vervidia Falls
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/bulacan/#:~:text=History%20of
%20Bulacan&text=Bulacan%20started%20with%20small%20fishing,to
%201750%20(San%20Rafael).
Patron /Saints
San Pascual Baylon, Saint Claire of Assissi, and Our Lady of Salambao
https://mb.com.ph/2020/04/07/obando-holds-procession-of-towns-three-patron-
saints/
Pampanga,
History and facts about province
It has been widely believed and theorized by many that Kapampangans are
linguistically distinct from the Tagalogs who surround them. Many said that they
are descendants from migrants from the Malang Region in Central Java in the
past.For two years, Pampanga was once the capital of the Philippines. It was
during the British violent behavior of Manila dating from 1762-1764. In fact,
during the Spanish colonial period, one of Pampanga’s functioning suitably well
and was rather economically adept insomuch that Manila and its surrounding
regions largely depend on the province. The province of Pampanga regularly
supplied agricultural products, fish and forestry products to neighboring areas.
https://www.alviera.ph/interesting-facts-and-tidbits-about-pampanga-you-
probably-did-not-know/#:~:text=HISTORY%20OF%20PAMPANGA&text=The
%20province’s%20name%20was%20from,Spanish%20province%20in%20the
%20Philippines.
Festival
Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta which is held on February of every
year at the Clark Field, the Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando during
Christmastime, the Sisig Festival held at SM Clark and the San Pedro Cutud
Lenten Rites on Good Friday.
https://www.alviera.ph/interesting-facts-and-tidbits-about-pampanga-you-
probably-did-not-know/#:~:text=HISTORY%20OF%20PAMPANGA&text=The
%20province’s%20name%20was%20from,Spanish%20province%20in%20the
%20Philippines.
Tourist attraction
1. Mt. Pinatubo
2. Sandbox
3. Mt. Arayat National Park
4. Sky Ranch
5. Aqua Planet
6. Nayong Pilipino
7. Clark Museum and 4D Theatre
8. Zoocobia Fun Zoo
9. Pradera Verde
10. Dinosaurs Island
Patron/saints
http://kaplistorian.blogspot.com/2016/07/6-22-patron-saints-of-pampanga-
towns.html?m=1
Nueva Ecija,
History and facts about province
Nueva Ecija was named by the Spanish colonizers after the city of Ecija, Spain.
Its indigenous names, such as Pinagpanaan, meaning the place where the
arrow hit – defining the precolonial artistry in archery in the area, were abolished
and changed by the government during the post-colonial period after World War
II, sparking outrage from scholars and indigenous communities. Nevertheless,
the name-change of some municipalities into colonial names during the post-
colonial period was continued by the national government.
Nueva Ecija
The Agricultural Haven of Central Luzon and Gateway to the Mountains
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Explore Nueva Ecija
Nueva Ecija was named by the Spanish colonizers after the city of Ecija, Spain.
Its indigenous names, such as Pinagpanaan, meaning the place where the
arrow hit – defining the precolonial artistry in archery in the area, were abolished
and changed by the government during the post-colonial period after World War
II, sparking outrage from scholars and indigenous communities. Nevertheless,
the name-change of some municipalities into colonial names during the post-
colonial period was continued by the national government.
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Brief History
Nueva Ecija was created as a military commandancia in 1777 by Governor
General Narciso Claveria, with the capital at Baler (present-day capital of Aurora
province). It was formerly part of the province of Pampanga. Spanish records in
the Philippines recognize two Spanish countries in the Pacific–Las Islas Filipinas
and Nueva Ecija. From 1777 to 1917, Nueva Ecija’s territory was however
subdivided to give way to the creation of other provinces. The province of
Tayabas (now Aurora and Quezon), including the Polillio Islands, the provinces
of Palanan (now Isabela), Cagayan, the province of Nueva Vizcaya, the territory
which became part of the province of Quirino, and the province of Manila, north
of the province of Tondo in 1867, and the district of Morong (now Rizal) were
among those created out of Nueva Ecija. The province was named after the old
city of Ecija in Seville, Spain. In 1896, Nueva Ecija became one of the first
provinces to revolt against Spanish rule, and one of the provinces which
declared its independence in 1898. Nueva Ecija is the largest province and the
biggest rice producer of Central Luzon, thus, often referred to as the “Rice Bowl
of the Philippines.”
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/nueva-ecija/
Festival
Taong Putik Festival of Aliaga ,Kariton Festival, Sibuyas Festival
http://www.traveltothephilippines.info/2018/06/30/colorful-and-exciting-festivals-
in-nueva-ecija-part-3/
Tourist attraction
the NFA Museum,PMP Paradise Farm,Minalungao National Park,Camp
Pangatian War Memorial Shrine, Three Kings Parish,PhilRice,Camp Pangatian
War Memorial Shrine,the Ancestral Homes in Gapan
https://www.philippinebeaches.org/8-tourist-spots-for-your-nueva-ecija-
itinerary/
Tarlac
History and facts about province
Tarlac’s name is a Hispanized derivation from a talahib weed called in Ilokano
word “Malatarlak”. Tarlac was originally a part of the provinces of Pampanga and
Pangasinan. It was the last Central Luzon province to be organized under the
Spanish administration in 1874. During the Philippine Revolution of 1896, Tarlac
was one of the first eight provinces to rise in arms against Spain. It became the
new seat of the first Philippine Republic in March 1899 when Emilio Aguinaldo
abandoned the former capital, Malolos, Bulacan. This lasted only for a month, as
the seat was moved to Nueva Ecija in Aguinaldo’s attempt to elude the pursuing
Americans.
Tarlac Province
(Filipino: Tarlak) is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the Luzon
island. Its capital is Tarlac City. Tarlac borders Pampanga to the south, Nueva
Ecija to the east, Pangasinan to the north, and Zambales to the west. It is a part
of Central Luzon, which is composed of Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija,
Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales.
https://www.islandsproperties.com/places/tarlac.htm#:~:text=Tarlac
%20was%20originally%20a%20part,rise%20in%20arms%20against
%20Spain.
Festival
The Malatarlak Festival, celebrated every January, is the most common festival
in the city. In 2011, Mayor Ace Manalang changed the name of the festival to
Melting pot Festival. Although it is still remembered by its former name.
https://philippinescities.com/tarlac-city-tarlac/
Tourist attraction
Monasteryo de Tarlac, Tarlac Museum
Zambales.
History and facts about province
The province of Zambales was formally organized in 1572 after its exploration by
Don Juan de Salcedo, and originally included the towns of Alaminos, Bolinao,
San Isidro, Infanta, Anda, Bani, and Agno, which now belong to Pangasinan.
Masinloc, one of its earliest municipalities organized in 1607, was its former
capital. Its earliest inhabitants are the Malays from the Celebes Sea and the
kinky haired Negritos and Aetas, which are up to now present in the province,
and were then referred to as “Sambali” or “Zambals.” The name of the province
was derived from the Malay word “Samba” meaning to worship as the Spaniards
found the its inhabitants worshipping their “Anitos.”
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/zambales/#:~:text=The
%20province%20of%20Zambales%20was,1607%2C%20was%20its%20former
%20capital.
Capital Iba
Festival
Feast of the Ina Poonbato (Botolan) – 24 January Singkamas Festival and Town
Fiesta (San Marcelino) – 3rd week of February Town Fiest (San Narciso) – 19-25
February Pundakit Festival of the Arts (San Felipe) – February-July Zambales
Multi Sports Festival and Senakulo – 3 rd week of March Good Friday (Castillejos)
– March or April Foundation Day Celebration (Palauig) – 10 April Grand Fiesta
(Cabangan) – 21-25 April Zambales Mango Festival – March or April Paynawen
Festival (Iba) – 3rd Tuesday of April Sibit-Sibit Festival (Olongapo) – 28-30 April
Marunggay Festival and Town Fiesta (San Antonio) – last week of April
Domorokdok Festival (Botolan) – 04 May Laruk Laruk Festival (Candelaria) –
last week of October Ulo ng Apo Festival/ Mardi Gras (Olongapo) – 4 th
Friday/Saturday of October Binabayan Festival and Town Fiesta (Masinloc) – 30
November Kalgawan Ha Mayanan (Candelaria) – 29-30 December
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/zambales/#:~:text=The
%20province%20of%20Zambales%20was,1607%2C%20was%20its%20former
%20capital.
Tourist attraction
Mt. Pinatubo; Mt. Tapulao; Anawangin Cove; Potipot Island; Capones Island and
Lighthouse
https://itsmorefunincentralluzon.com/provinces/zambales/#:~:text=The
%20province%20of%20Zambales%20was,1607%2C%20was%20its%20former
%20capital.
https://www.lakwatserongtsinelas.com/2014/02/province-of-abra-
philippines-best-kept.html?m=1
Festival
Tingguian Festival, Arya Abra Festival, Tingguian Festival, Raniag Ti Abra
Festival, Dapil festival (February 21-24), Abrenian Kawayan Festival (March 6-
9), Sakuting Festival (May 5-7).
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Treasures-of-Ilocandia-An-
Introduction-to-the-Festivals-of-Abra
Tourist attraction
Lusuac Spring Resort of Lagayan, Abra,
Bangued
Boliney
Bucay
Bucloc
Daguioman
Danglas
Dolores
La Paz
Lacub
Lagangilang
Lagayan
Langiden
Licuan-Baay
Luba
Malibcong
Manabo
Peñarrubia
Pidigan
Pilar
Sallapadan
San Isidro
San Juan
San Quintin
Tayum
Tineg
Tubo
Villaviciosa
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abra_(province)
Benguet,
History and facts about province
The name Benguet was first pronounced in La Trinidad, a thriving settlement at
the crossroads to the lowland trading sites during the period of Spanish
expeditions. La Trinidad then was a settlement around a lake alive with wildlife,
wallowing carabaos dotted with patches of taro, rice, gabi and camote. In one
ex pedition, a curious Spanish conquistador who saw this settlement noted that
the people wore cloth coverings wrapped around their head several times .
When he inquired about it, the native explained that the heavy head covering
which the peo ple wore as protection from the searing cold and winds is termed
“benget”. With the western accent of the colonizers “benget” was mispronounced
as “benguet”. I n time, it eventually become a general reference to the territories
of the Iggorotes peo pled by the Ibaloi, Kankanaey, Kalangoya, and other minor
tribes.
https://benguet.gov.ph/v4/?page_id=523
Capital La Trinidad
Products and delicacies
Potatoes, Baguio beans, peas, strawberries, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower,
lettuce, sayote and carrots , strawberry, Baguio Longganisa Dipasupil,
Strawberry Shortcak, Patatim, Ube Jam, Strawberry Jam & Peanut Brittle, Good
Shepherd, Kini-ing, Kiniwar, Binungor, Pinuneg or blood sausage.,
https://destinationseekerbenguet.wordpress.com/economy/
Festival
Panagbenga festival, strawberry festival, Adivay festival,
Tourist attraction
La Trinidad Strawberry Fields, Camp John Hay, Bell Church, The Valley of
Colors, Session Road,Burnham Park, Wright Park, Baguio Cathedral, Mines
View Park, The Mansion House, Atok Flower Farms, SM City Baguio, Mount
Pulag, Buguias Vegetable Terraces, Baguio City Hall,Mount Kabuyao View
Deck, Baguio Botanical Garden,Good Shepherd Convent,
https://www.detourista.com/guide/baguio-attractions/
Patron/saints
Ifugao,
History and facts about province
Capita
Festival
Tourist attraction
Patron/saints
Kalinga,
History and facts about province
Capita
Festival
Tourist attraction
Patron/saints
M Province
History and facts about province
Capita
Festival
Tourist attraction
Patron/saints
Apayao.
History and facts about province
Capita
Festival
Tourist attraction
Patron/saints