Module 5: Region IV-A (Calabarzon) PDF

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WCC AERONAUTICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT North Manila Campus I [email protected] MODULE 5: REGION IV-A (CALABARZON) Location CALABARZON, formally known as the Southern Tagalog Mainland, is an administrative region in the Philippines, designated as Region IV-A. The region is situated southeast of Metro Manila, and is bordered by the Manila Bay to the west, Lamon Bay and the Bicol Region to the east, the Tayabas Bay and Sibuyan Sea to the south, and Central Luzon to the north. CALABARZON is composed of the following provinces: Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon. THRIVING INDUSTRIES Laguna is dubbed as the automotive capital or “the Detroit City of the Philippines” because most of the automotive assemblers in the country—Ford, Honda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Nissan, and Toyota are located here. CAVITE Location: CALABARZON Capital City: City of Imus For over 300 years, the province played an important role in both the country's colonial past and eventual fight for independence, earning it the title "Historical Capital of the Philippines". It became the cradle of the Philippine Revolution, which led to the renouncement of Spanish colonial control, finally culminating in the Philippine Declaration of Independence on June 12, 1898, in Kawit. The old provincial capital, Cavite City also hosted docks for the Manila galleon, becoming an essential part of commerce between Asia and Latin America. FAMOUS TOURISM DESTINATIONS Boracay de Cavite Boracay de Cavite is one of the go-to weekend destinations and sought-after holiday spots. This famous Cavite beach features powdery fine gray sand and clean waters overlooking the Corregidor Island and Mount Mariveles in Bataan. Museo De La Salle The province of Cavite is also home to various cultural and historical attractions. One of which is Museo De La Salle, the official museum of the De La Salle University System in Dasmariñas, Cavite. It aims to showcase the extravagant lifestyle of Ilustrados during the Spanish colonial period. Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine and Museum One of the top historical tourist spots in Cavite is Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine and Museum, the site of the first unfurling of the Philippine flag. Former president Emilio Aguinaldo officially proclaimed the Philippine Independence from Spanish colonization on June 12, 1898, on the balcony of his home in Kawit, Cavite.  WCC AERONAUTICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT North Manila Campus I [email protected] LAGUNA Location: CALABARZON Capital: SANTA CRUZ Laguna is a Spanish word translated as a lagoon or a large body of water near a river. Laguna is notable as the birthplace of José Rizal, the country's national hero. FAMOUS TOURISM DESTINATIONS Pagsanjan Falls Pagsanjan Falls or Cavinti Falls is originally named Magdapio Falls. It is one of the earliest attractions after an American missionary discovered this three-drop waterfall in 1902. He called it Pagsanjan Falls, which is derived from the Filipino word Pinagsangahan or where it branches. Bahay ni Rizal Just a hundred meters away from Calamba’s town plaza, you can find the Museo ni Jose Rizal, also known as the Rizal Shrine in Calamba. This 2-story stone house is the replica of the birthplace of the Philippine national hero Jose Rizal. Its structure is made of hardwood, bricks, and sliding windows with capiz shells. It is one of the must-visit historical tourist spots in the Philippines. Enchanted Kingdom If you're seeking fun and exhilarating adventures near the metro, you may want to visit the Enchanted Kingdom in Barangay Balibago, Santa Rosa City, Laguna. It is considered the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines. BATANGAS Location: CALABARZON Capital: BATANGAS CITY FAMOUS TOURISM DESTINATIONS Taal Volcano Taal Volcano is one of the most visited tourist spots in Batangas. Standing 311+ meters above sea level, it is considered as the smallest active volcano in the Philippines located within a lake, Taal Lake. Inside the volcano there is another lake, Taal Crater Lake. Visitors can ride a boat to reach the foot of the volcano and from there one can either trek or ride a horse to reach the top. It is not advisable though to swim in the Taal Crater Lake.  WCC AERONAUTICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT North Manila Campus I [email protected] Fortune Island Fortune Island is one of the beautiful places to visit in Batangas famous for its crumbling pillars called the “Acropolis” from the Acropolis of Athens in Greece. It was once a private luxury island resort but it is now an abandoned one due to lack of freshwater source and prone to typhoons. Anilao Dive Sites Anilao is a Marine Protected Sanctuary in Batangas which is being dubbed as the birthplace of scuba diving in the Philippines. There are around 50 dive sites in Anilao, that’s a variety of dive sites to choose from starters to professional divers. Visitors can witness beautiful corals and variety of marine life. RIZAL Location: CALABARZON Capital: ANTIPOLO CITY The province is named after José Rizal, one of the main national heroes of the Philippines. FAMOUS TOURISM DESTINATIONS Hinulugang Taktak Hinulugang Taktak is a 70-feet-tall waterfall that is nestled in Antipolo City. It is one of the nearest waterfalls from Manila and is about 84 feet in width. The stunning waterscape was named as such because a large bell (taktak) was dropped (hinulog) into it in the 15th or 16th century. The bell was thrown there because locals disliked how loud it was when it was rung. Wawa Dam Wawa Dam is another spot that is beloved by locals for the cool water that falls from it. The dam is in the Montalban Gorge along the Marikina River. It was originally built to provide water to Manila back in 1909 during the American colonial period. However, it was eventually abandoned in 1968 after the Angat Dam was opened. Since then, it has become a popular spot for swimming and hiking. Cloud 9 To get a panoramic view of Antipolo City, the province's capital, look no further than the Cloud 9 Hotel and Resort. This resort features three buildings that contain a total of 78 rooms and a swimming pool, but its most noteworthy attraction is its 360(degree symbol) View Deck. QUEZON Location: CALABARZON Capital: LUCENA  WCC AERONAUTICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT North Manila Campus I [email protected] FAMOUS TOURISM DESTINATIONS Kamay ni Hesus Kamay Ni Hesus Shrine (also called Kamay ni Hesus Healing Church) is one of Quezon's most prominent religious sites. The church and its surrounding structures cover 5 hectares of land. Local communities regard Kamay ni Hesus as a sacred and spiritual site. For many, it has become a pilgrimage site that welcomes devotees who wish to pray for healing or repent for their sins. Kamayan sa Palaisdaan If you are looking for a food-based attraction in Quezon, then consider Kamayan sa Palaisdaan. This name is derived from the Filipino way of eating seafood dishes using bare hands. Founders Rosauro Delos Santos and Evangeline Delos Santos started Kamayan sa Palaisdaan as a small fishpond and grilling spot in 1991. The business quickly grew and turned into a floating restaurant. Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort Villa Escudero started as a sugarcane and coconut plantation in Tiaong Quezon. In the 1980s, the owners transformed part of this property] into a resort. Over the decades, Villa Escudero has become a go-to spot for tourists who would like to understand and experience Filipino culture and heritage. FESTIVALS IN CALABARZON Regada Water Festival (June 22-21, Cavite City) Derived from the Spanish word “regar” which means to water or to sprinkle. Regada Water Festival is one of the most colorful, wildest, and possibly the “wettest” festivals in the province of Cavite. Anilag Festival (2nd week of March, Laguna) From the word “ani” meaning harvest and laguna. The festival is a week-long celebration which centers on thanksgiving for the prosperity their thriving agriculture has provided them. Lechon Festival (June 24th , Batangas) The Lechon Festival is a religious and cultural festival in Balayan, Batangas, Philippines held every June 24. The festival is celebrated in honor of St. John the Baptist. Numerous activities are performed such as lechon parade, and water dousing. Higantes Festival (4th week of November, Rizal) Higantes Festival is a local festival held annually In Angono, Philippines, where hundreds of giant papiermâché puppets are paraded, representing the common people's mockery of the bad hacienda owners of the past during Spanish colonial rule.  WCC AERONAUTICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT North Manila Campus I [email protected] Pahiyas Festival (May 15, Quezon) The word ‘pahiyas’ was derived from the word ‘payas’, which means decoration or to decorate. The reason behind such practice dates to the 15th century when farmers used to offer their harvests at the foot of Mount Banahaw. Over time, they brought their farm produce at the church in honor of the town’s patron saint – St. Isidore the Laborer, who is the patron saint of farmers, laborers, and peasants. FAMOUS DELICACIES IN CALABARZON Buko Pie - traditional Filipino baked young-coconut custard pie. Famous in Laguna. Uraro - traditional Filipino cookies originating from the Tagalog people of southern Luzon. Bulalo - traditional Filipino soup that is prepared by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until the fat and collagen dissolve into the broth, resulting in a robust flavor of the dish. Pancit Habhab - Pancit Habhab uses dried flour noodles which are also known as miki. It is eaten without using utensils. Famous in Lucban, Quezon. Tamales - Sariaya, Quezon tamales - eaten with vinegar. Quezon - cooked in a mold instead of steamed in banana leaves.