BORACAY ISLAND, AKLAN

Boracay Island is a small island located in the Philippines located approximately 300 km south of Manila. Boracay Island and the beaches of the island has gained so much fame and even awards from many numerous travel publications and agencies.

BANAUE RICE TERRACES, IFUGAO

One of the major appeal of Banaue rice terraces to the local and international tourist are the many hiking trails in the area. There are many young locals, mostly college students who serve as guides. But with or without a guide, you will find the friendliness and warmth of the Ifugao people endearing.

MAYON VOLCANO, ALBAY

Classified as a stratovolcano (a volcano made up of layers of lava alternating with cinder and ash) Mount Mayon or Mayon Volcano is very much active and is located in the in the Bicol Region, in the province of Albay, on Luzon Island, Philippines.

CHOCOLATE HILLS, BOHOL

The most famous tourist spot of Bohol which marked the symbol of this Province is in the Municipality of Carmen. These unique landform known as “Chocolate Hills” was formed ages by the uplift of coral deposits and the action of rainwater erosion. The hills are scattered throughout the towns of Carmen, Sagbayan and Batuan, and consist of 1,268 of the same general shape.

TUBBATAHA REEF, SULU

The Tubbataha Reef Marine Park covers 130,028 ha, including the North and South Reefs. It is a unique example of an atoll reef with a very high density of marine species; the North Islet serving as a nesting site for birds and marine turtles. The site is an excellent example of a pristine coral reef with a spectacular 100-m perpendicular wall, extensive lagoons and two coral islands.

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Friday, January 9, 2015

Kapitan Moy, San Roque, a Spanish Ancestral house

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KAPITAN MOY, SAN ROQUE, A SPANISH ANCESTRAL HOUSE

I recall from our History subject that Marikina was just a town during 1700s and declared a pueblo under the Spanish colonial government. Thus this reflected at some houses in Marikina most especially in the town of San Roque where they are still very well preserved.

Because of their influence, I once planned of traveling to Mallorca, Spain, a place known for its outstanding diversity. Keep in mind that driving is the best way to see its Spanish countryside, so the best idea is to hire a car in Mallorca and here’s why.

Originally, I thought of availing Mallorca sightseeing tour package but upon checking the tour information, they allot tourists of 20 to 25 mins for each destination which was just unfavorable on my end. HEY, I love taking a lot of photos and that duration isn’t enough!

Just look at the main tourist attraction in Mallorca which is the Castle de Bellver; and see how huge and beautiful it is. There’s a courtyard and a vantage point in this castle where you can see the breath taking view of the city. You’ll see, 20 mins isn’t enough in this handsome Gothic style castle. Thus, driving around Mallorca will give you time flexibility and awesome experience to savor each tourist destination of the island.

The Kapitan Moy ancestral house is the product of architectural evolution. The steep, hip roof, the post and lintel construction, the seemingly light and quite airy structure, and the elevated quarters are features derived from the Philippine style, the "Bahay Kubo". However, its sense of grandeur and solidity the dramatic arrangement of space, the use of masonry and simple ornamental system are its heritage from European architecture.



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