Batangas and Cavite Festivals and Culture

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What year was the Immaculate Conception Church established as the first Catholic Church in Dasmariñas?

1866 (correct)

2005

1986

1609

Which structure was constructed by the Spanish Military for protection in Cavite?

Tagaytay Ridge

Bastion (correct)

Malinta Tunnel

Dasmariñas Church

What is the main purpose for which the Malinta Tunnel was originally built?

An escape route

A bomb-proof storage and personal bunker (correct)

A public hospital

A military command center

What is celebrated during the Kalayaan Festival?

Philippine Independence Day Signup and view all the answers

Where is Tagaytay located in relation to Taal Lake?

Overlooking Taal Lake Signup and view all the answers

How many lateral tunnels branch off from the main tunnel of Malinta Tunnel?

24 Signup and view all the answers

What type of festival is the Regada Water Festival?

A traditional water festival Signup and view all the answers

When is the Sumilang Festival held?

February 1-3 Signup and view all the answers

What festival celebrated in Batangas City culminates on July 23?

Sublian Festival Signup and view all the answers

Which festival involves a parade of lechon in honor of St. John the Baptist?

Lechon Festival Signup and view all the answers

What is the ancestral home of Emilio Aguinaldo known as?

Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Balsa Festival?

To promote bamboo beach radmft Signup and view all the answers

In which province is the Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine located?

Cavite Signup and view all the answers

Which delicacy is NOT typically associated with Batangas cuisine?

Sinigang Signup and view all the answers

What is Cavite sometimes referred to as due to its historical significance?

Land of the Brave Signup and view all the answers

What is celebrated during the Lomi Festival in Lipa City?

A delicacy called Lomi Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Wagayway Festival celebrated on May 29th?

To honor the Philippine flag Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is associated with the Rizal Shrine in Calamba, Laguna?

Jose Rizal Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the Underground Cemetery in Laguna?

It exclusively houses Spanish Friars Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of Mt. Makiling?

It is sacred to many pilgrims Signup and view all the answers

What is the method of reaching Pagsanjan Falls?

By riding a traditional dugout canoe Signup and view all the answers

When was the National Art Center in Laguna inaugurated?

1976 Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest lake in the Philippines, located in Laguna?

Laguna de Bay Signup and view all the answers

How many cities and municipalities are there in Laguna?

6 cities and 23 towns Signup and view all the answers

What event is celebrated every 15th of May in Quezon province?

Pahiyas Festival Signup and view all the answers

How many steps must a visitor climb to reach the Statue of Christ at Kamay ni Hesus?

305 steps Signup and view all the answers

What is the total area of Quezon National Park?

9,830,765 hectares Signup and view all the answers

Which festival in Quezon is associated with the harvest of coconut?

Niyogyugan Festival Signup and view all the answers

Which city serves as the capital of Rizal province since 2009?

Antipolo City Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary significance of Pinagbanderahan in Quezon National Park?

Place where Filipinos planted the flag Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a food or delicacy mentioned from the Quezon region?

Sinigang Signup and view all the answers

What notable geographical feature borders Rizal province?

Sierra Madre Mountain range Signup and view all the answers

What significant event happened on July 7, 2020, in relation to the region discussed?

A change in administrative boundaries occurred. Signup and view all the answers

Which artists are specifically recognized in Angono, Rizal, for their contributions to art?

Carlos 'Botong' Francisco and Lucion San Pedro Signup and view all the answers

What is the historical significance of Calinawan Cave?

It was a refuge for both the Japanese and Filipino forces. Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the new Antipolo Cathedral completed following its destruction during World War II?

1954 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Masungi Georeserve?

A conservation area and tourist destination. Signup and view all the answers

What architectural style does Bahay na Bato represent?

Architectura Mestiza from the Spanish Colonial Period. Signup and view all the answers

Which municipality is recognized as the Art Capital of the Philippines?

Angono Signup and view all the answers

What elevation is Masungi Rock located at?

640 meters Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Batangas

The Verde Island Passage is a 1.14 million hectare passage known for its rich marine biodiversity.
The Sublian Festival, celebrated in Batangas City, is a two-week long festival culminating on July 23rd.
The Sublian Festival honors the town's patron saints: the Holy Cross in Bauan and Agoncillo, and the Sto. Niňo in Batangas City.
The Lechon Festival, a religious and cultural festival in Balayan, Batangas, is held annually on June 24th.
The Lechon Festival honors St. John the Baptist and includes activities like a lechon parade and water dousing.
The Balsa Festival, celebrated on May 8th at Matabungkay Beach, is an annual festival to promote bamboo beach rafts (balsas) and help the community restore the town's identity.
The Lomi Festival, celebrated on June 20th in Lipa City, showcases the local delicacy, Lomi.

Cavite - Imus

Cavite is renowned for its rich history and numerous national heroes, including Emilio Aguinaldo, the first President of the Philippines.
Cavite is one of the provinces that led the Philippine Revolution against the Spanish.
It is referred to as the "Land of the Brave" or the "History Capital of the Philippines".
Residents of Cavite are called Caviteños.
The province comprises 6 cities and 17 towns and municipalities.
The Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine, the ancestral home of Emilio Aguinaldo, was built in 1845 and served as the site of the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain in 1898.
Fort San Felipe, a military fortress in Cavite City, was built by the Spanish Military in 1609 as protection for the first port town of Cavite.
The Immaculate Conception Church, also known as Dasmariñas Church, is the first Catholic Church established in the city of Dasmariñas.
The Church and Covent was the site of bloodshed during the Battle of Perez Dasmariñas of the Philippine Revolution against Spain.
Malinta Tunnel, a complex built by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, was initially used as a bomb-proof storage and personal bunker.
Tagaytay Ridge, located in the city of Tagaytay, is a popular tourist destination due to its scenic views overlooking Taal Lake.
Corregidor Island is a historical site where various events related to the Philippine Revolution took place.

Festivals & Special Events (Cavite)

The Kalayaan Festival is a two-week long province-wide event held annually from May 28th to June 12th to celebrate Independence Day season.
The Regada Water Festival, a traditional water festival, is celebrated annually in the city of Cavite on June 24th in honor of St. John the Baptist.
The Sumilang Festival, celebrated on February 1st to 3rd in Silang, Cavite, celebrates the agricultural sector of the town.
The Wagayway Festival, celebrated on May 29th, commemorates the historic hoisting of the Philippine flag in the province.

Laguna - Santa Cruz

Laguna is a province located in the CALABARZON Region, situated southeast of Metro Manila.
It is home to Laguna de Bay, the largest lake in the Philippines.
Laguna is the birthplace of Dr. Jose Rizal.
The province has 6 cities and 23 towns and municipalities.
The Underground Cemetery, a national historical landmark and museum, was built in 1845 as a public burial site for Spanish friars.
The Rizal Shrine is a reproduction of the house where Jose Rizal was born on June 19, 1861.
Mt. Makiling, a dormant volcano, is a sacred place and was declared an Asian Heritage Park in 2013 as the "Mount Makiling Forest Reserve".
Pagsanjan Falls, one of the most famous waterfalls in the Philippines, can be accessed by dugout canoe (locally known as "Shooting the Rapids").
The National Art Center, a building complex in Mount Makiling, was inaugurated in 1976.
Quezon National Park, with an area of about 9,830,765 hectares, offers diverse landscapes and is known for its role in the Filipino Revolution.
Kamay ni Hesus Shrine is a popular pilgrimage site in Quezon, believed to be a healing church.

Festivals & Special Events (Laguna/Quezon)

The Pahiyas Festival, celebrated on May 15th in the province of Quezon, honors San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers, for a bountiful harvest.
The Niyogyugan Festival, held on August 15th, celebrates the bountiful harvest of coconut.
The Tay-Tsinoy Festival, part of the Chinese New Year celebration, serves as a bridge between the Chinese and Tayabense people.
The Boling Boling Festival, a week-long festival in Catanauan, Quezon takes place before Ash Wednesday and marks the start of the Lenten Season, where locals cover themselves in mud or grease.

Rizal - Antipolo City

Rizal, named after Jose Rizal, is a mountainous province located on the northern shore of Laguna de Bay.
It is situated on the western slopes of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range.
The provincial capital was transferred from Pasig to Antipolo in 2009.
The province comprises 1 city and 13 towns and municipalities.
The Antipolo Cathedral, an international shrine, was first built in the 16th century and rebuilt after being destroyed in World War II.
Angono, known as the "Art Capital of the Philippines", is home to many art museums and murals that honor local artists like Carlos "Botong" Francisco and Maestro Lucion San Pedro.
Masungi Georeserve, a conservation area tucked within Rizal's rainforests, features the geological formations of Masungi Rock.
Calinawan Cave was used as a hideout by refugees during the Philippine-American War and World War II.
The Bahay na Bato, a type of building originating during the Philippines Spanish Colonial Period, is a popular architectural style.

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Explore the vibrant culture and rich festivals of Batangas and Cavite, two provinces in the Philippines. Learn about unique celebrations like the Sublian Festival, Lechon Festival, Balsa Festival, and more, as well as their historical significance. Test your knowledge about local delicacies and community traditions that showcase the heritage of these regions.