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Which term is commonly used to refer to the attractions and activities industry?
Where is the Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden located?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of human-made attractions in the text?
How many animals were housed in the Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden as of 2007?
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Which location offers an enriching marine life experience that is compared to Asia's best marine parks?
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What is the main attraction at Manila Ocean Park mentioned in the text?
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Which historical site in the Philippines is known as the 'rock' and served as the headquarters of allied forces during World War II?
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Where is Fort Santiago located, which is one of the oldest Spanish fortresses in the Philippines?
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Which mountain in Luzon has an elevation of 2,922 meters and is part of the Cordillera Range?
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Where can we find the Banaue Rice Terraces, a significant archaeological wonder in the Philippines?
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Which heritage village in the northern part of the Philippines is known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial buildings from the 18th century?
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What is the significance of the Edsa Shrine in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
The Philippines: A Tropical Paradise
- Located at the eastern edge of Asia, with 7,107 to 7,641 islands occupied by sociable locals and indigenous tribes.
Attractions and Activities Industry
- Also referred to as the recreation, entertainment, or leisure time industry.
- Includes natural attractions, human-made attractions, museums, cultural villages, disco houses, and dining centers.
Natural Attractions
- Botanical and Zoological: Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden, a 5.5-hectare zoo in Manila, home to over 832 animals from 100 species.
- Seaside parks: Manila Ocean Park, offering an exciting marine life experience, comparable to Asia's best marine parks.
- Mountains: Mount Apo in Davao and North Cotabato, with an elevation of 2,954 meters; Mount Dulang-Dulang, Kitanglad Range in Bukidnon, with an elevation of 2,941 meters; Mount Pulag, Cordillera Range in Luzon, with an elevation of 2,922 meters.
Historical Sites and Pre-History
- Paco Park - Manila, a 4,000-square meter historical site with a garden and open-air amphitheater, used for wedding receptions, live shows, and musicals.
- Fort Santiago or Fuerza de Santiago, one of the oldest Spanish fortresses in the Philippines, built in 1571, featuring artifacts from different eras, including the Japanese era and World War II.
- Vigan, a heritage village located in the northern part of the Philippines, preserving Spanish colonial history and monumental buildings built in the 18th century.
- Corregidor, known as the "rock", a small island at the entrance of Manila Bay, serving as the headquarters of allied forces during World War II, featuring big guns, ruins, museums, and memorabilia.
- Edsa Shrine: A Shrine of Peace and Remembrance, established in 1989 to commemorate the People Power Revolution of 1986, dedicated to Our Blessed Mother Mary.
Exploring the Philippines' Archaeological Wonders
- Banaue Rice Terraces, carved into the mountains of Ifugao, a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the Filipino people.
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Explore the diverse beauty of the Philippines, from its pristine beaches to its historic sites and indigenous tribes. Learn about the attractions and activities that make this country a tropical paradise for tourists.
