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What is the main economic activity of Central Luzon?
Which dialect is NOT mentioned as part of the ethnolinguistic groups in Central Luzon?
What significant landmark is located in Central Luzon?
Which festival is celebrated in Pampanga in mid-December?
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Which of the following foods is associated with Tarlac?
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Study Notes
Region III: Central Luzon
- Total population: 12,422,172
- Geographic features: Contains the largest plain in the Philippines, known as the Rice Bowl of the Philippines or Rice Granary of the Philippines
- Administrative divisions: 2 highly urbanized cities, 12 component cities, 20 congressional districts, 116 municipalities, and 3,102 barangays
- Economic significance: Agriculture (rice production), marine fishing, and minerals are key industries
- Ethnolinguistic groups: Aetas, Sambals, Capampangangs, Tagalogs, Ilocanos, and Pangasinenses
Tourism Destinations
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Aurora:
- Sabang Beach
- Dicasalarin Cove
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Bataan:
- Bataan World War II Museum
- Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar
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Bulacan:
- Our Lady of Mt.Carmel Parish - Barasoain Church
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Nueva Ecija:
- Gabaldon Falls
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Pampanga:
- Mount Pinatubo
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Tarlac:
- Mount Pinatubo (also located in Zambales and Pampanga)
Key Events and Festivals
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Pampanga Lantern Festival (Giant Lantern Festival):
- Known as Ligligan Parul
- Held in mid-December in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga
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Obando Fertility Rites:
- Held in Bulacan
- Celebrated in May
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Mango Festival: Dinamulag Festival:
- Celebrated in Zambales
- Takes place in April
Food and Delicacies
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Nueva Ecija:
- Tupig
- Tinumis
- Buro or balao balao
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Tarlac:
- Capit roll
- Chicharon Camiling
- Adobong Tarlac
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Zambales:
- Ginipa
- Linga candy
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General:
- Pinatolang Baka sa Buho (beef dish typically cooked in bamboo)
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Explore the diverse tourism destinations and rich cultural heritage of Central Luzon, known for its agricultural significance and ethnolinguistic diversity. This quiz will cover key attractions, economic contributions, and notable festivals in the region.
