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In what year was the name of Malabon changed to Our Lady of Guadalupe?
In what year was the name of Malabon changed to Our Lady of Guadalupe?
What does the term 'Caracol' translate to in English?
What does the term 'Caracol' translate to in English?
What was the original name of Malabon?
What was the original name of Malabon?
In which year did the Caracol Festival become Makati's official festival?
In which year did the Caracol Festival become Makati's official festival?
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What significant role did the La Princesa Tabacalera tobacco firm play in the late nineteenth century?
What significant role did the La Princesa Tabacalera tobacco firm play in the late nineteenth century?
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Which municipality was established by the Philippine Commission Act No. 137 on June 11, 1901?
Which municipality was established by the Philippine Commission Act No. 137 on June 11, 1901?
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What was the main edible root that Malabon was once abundant in?
What was the main edible root that Malabon was once abundant in?
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What is the Tagalog phrase that Malabon’s name is thought to be derived from?
What is the Tagalog phrase that Malabon’s name is thought to be derived from?
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Which organization oversees multiple national museums in the Philippines?
Which organization oversees multiple national museums in the Philippines?
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What was Paco Park originally used for during the Spanish colonial period?
What was Paco Park originally used for during the Spanish colonial period?
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Which event is celebrated annually on January 9th in Manila?
Which event is celebrated annually on January 9th in Manila?
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What is one of the primary roles of the National Museum since 1998?
What is one of the primary roles of the National Museum since 1998?
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On which date is Araw ng Manila (Manila Day) celebrated?
On which date is Araw ng Manila (Manila Day) celebrated?
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What type of collections does the National Museum include?
What type of collections does the National Museum include?
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What is the significance of the Manila Hotel?
What is the significance of the Manila Hotel?
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Where is Paco Park located in Manila?
Where is Paco Park located in Manila?
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What significant legislative action was taken to rename the municipality of Mandaluyong?
What significant legislative action was taken to rename the municipality of Mandaluyong?
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Which location is situated to the northeast of Mandaluyong?
Which location is situated to the northeast of Mandaluyong?
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What major event occurred on February 9, 1945, in Mandaluyong?
What major event occurred on February 9, 1945, in Mandaluyong?
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During which period were many government infrastructures built in Mandaluyong?
During which period were many government infrastructures built in Mandaluyong?
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What is the geographical shape of Mandaluyong's land area?
What is the geographical shape of Mandaluyong's land area?
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What is the approximate size of Mandaluyong in square kilometers?
What is the approximate size of Mandaluyong in square kilometers?
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Which of the following facilities was NOT mentioned as being built in Mandaluyong?
Which of the following facilities was NOT mentioned as being built in Mandaluyong?
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Which establishment is described as the largest shopping mall in the Philippines?
Which establishment is described as the largest shopping mall in the Philippines?
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What year did Las Piñas become a city?
What year did Las Piñas become a city?
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Who was the Spanish missionary that contributed to the development of Las Piñas?
Who was the Spanish missionary that contributed to the development of Las Piñas?
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Which of the following industries developed in Las Piñas during its early years?
Which of the following industries developed in Las Piñas during its early years?
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In which year was the Las Piñas Church established?
In which year was the Las Piñas Church established?
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Which disease outbreaks caused significant loss of life in Las Piñas in 1880?
Which disease outbreaks caused significant loss of life in Las Piñas in 1880?
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Which geographical region does Las Piñas City serve as a gateway to?
Which geographical region does Las Piñas City serve as a gateway to?
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What was the population of the barrio when Fr. Diego Cera arrived?
What was the population of the barrio when Fr. Diego Cera arrived?
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What played a significant role in the establishment of industries in Las Piñas?
What played a significant role in the establishment of industries in Las Piñas?
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What is Ortigas Park known for?
What is Ortigas Park known for?
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Which location is a heritage structure in Pasig City?
Which location is a heritage structure in Pasig City?
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What is the area size of Arcovia?
What is the area size of Arcovia?
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Which festival is celebrated in honor of the Sto. Nino?
Which festival is celebrated in honor of the Sto. Nino?
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What does Araw ng Pasig commemorate?
What does Araw ng Pasig commemorate?
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What structure is housed within the Pasig Museum?
What structure is housed within the Pasig Museum?
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Which body of water does Bitukang Manok connect?
Which body of water does Bitukang Manok connect?
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What is a significant characteristic of the Pasig Museum?
What is a significant characteristic of the Pasig Museum?
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What was the old term used for Muntinlupa?
What was the old term used for Muntinlupa?
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Which religious organization supervised Muntinlupa in the early 1800s?
Which religious organization supervised Muntinlupa in the early 1800s?
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In what year was the project to create a town out of the Barrios in Muntinlupa approved?
In what year was the project to create a town out of the Barrios in Muntinlupa approved?
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Which Act approved Muntinlupa's status as part of Rizal Province in 1905?
Which Act approved Muntinlupa's status as part of Rizal Province in 1905?
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Which of the following provinces is NOT adjacent to Muntinlupa?
Which of the following provinces is NOT adjacent to Muntinlupa?
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What infrastructure developments were initiated by the government after World War II in Muntinlupa?
What infrastructure developments were initiated by the government after World War II in Muntinlupa?
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What is the approximate distance of Muntinlupa from Metro Manila?
What is the approximate distance of Muntinlupa from Metro Manila?
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Which barangay is NOT part of District I in Muntinlupa?
Which barangay is NOT part of District I in Muntinlupa?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Course title: GTHPCGEO (Philippine Culture & Tourism Geography)
- Institution: College of Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Year established: 1900
National Capital Region (NCR)
- Also known as the Metropolitan Manila
- Located in the Southwestern part of Luzon
- Most populous region in the Philippines (13,484,462 as of 2020)
- Smallest region in the Philippines
- Area: 636 square kilometers
- Heart and soul of the nation
- Designated capital and seat of the Philippine government
- Center of trade, economic activities, culture, education, and arts
NCR Cities and Municipalities
- NCR contains 16 cities and 1 municipality
- The specific names of each are listed in page 4 of the document.
- Pateros is the lone municipality in NCR
Caloocan City
- Land area: 5,333.40 hectares
- Located in the Northern part of Metro Manila
- Divided into South and North Caloocan
- Bounded by Quezon City, Valenzuela City, Malabon City, and Navotas City
- Bounded by Bulacan, Valenzuela City, and Quezon City
How to get to Caloocan
- Air travel: Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines possible
- Land travel: LRT and Bus travel at Monumento station
Caloocan History
- First called Libis Espina or Aromahan
- Named by Spanish Colonizers
- Part of the lowland
- May have been named after Tagalog word "sulok" (corner)
- Founded in 1762
- Dissociated from Tondo and became an independent municipality in 1815
- Scene of the Philippine-American War (1899)
- Caloocan declared as city in 1961
Las Piñas
- Located south of Metro Manila
- Gateway to the Calabarzon areas (Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, Rizal, and Quezon)
Las Piñas History
- Early settlements on the outskirts of Manila
- Became part of the larger region of Parañaque in the 1790s
- Under Spanish rule
- 1897: establishment as a city
- Became an independent municipality in 1907
- Known for the iconic Bamboo Organ in St. Joseph Parish Church, built in 1824.
- Critical Habitat: Las Piñas–Parañaque Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area (Las Piñas–Paranaque Wetland Park).
Mandaluyong
- Located 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) southeast of Manila
- Area: 21.26 square kilometers (8.21 square miles)
- Neighboring cities: Makati, San Juan, Quezon City, Pasig
- Part of Metro Manila
Mandaluyong History
- Inhabitants recognized for business, tracing their ancestors to Emperor Soledan of the Great Madjapahit Empire.
- Elevated to a first-class municipality in the American occupation
- Merged with San Juan del Monte, forming the seat of administration
- Became an autonomous municipality on March 27, 1907
Mandaluyong Attractions
- MegaMall (Philippines' second biggest shopping mall and the 5th largest in the world)
- Dambana ng Alaala: memorial/landmark dedicated to the memory of Mandaluyong's gallant sons and daughters
- Kaban ng Hiyas: library named after the building that houses it, featuring a Congressman's Office and Museum (memorabilia of late Senator Nephali A.Gonzales)
- San Felipe Neri Church: one of the oldest churches in Metropolis
Las Piñas (Additional Info)
- Attractions: Plaza Rizal, St. Joseph Parish Church, bamboo Organ, Critical Habitat
- Water Lily Festival (July 27)
Other Cities
- Information about other cities, their locations, histories, and attractions (e.g., Makati, Pasig, San Juan, etc.) are also present in the documents. Specific details vary by city.
- Specific information (e.g., museums, festivals, religious sites) are also included for each particular city.
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Test your knowledge about the history of Malabon, including important events, translations, and the cultural significance of the region. Discover interesting facts about its name changes, festivals, and local produce that shaped its identity.
