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Introduction
Located to the south of Manila, Batangas province is a place many travellers pass through on their way to Mindoro and Puerto Galera. However, there are plenty of worthwhile attractions to visit if you are willing to take a closer look.
From a brooding volcano to the biggest cathedral in Asia, you’ll wonder why this place isn’t more popular with foreigners.
Cultural Attractions
Begin your adventure in Batangas province by taking a few hours to explore
Taal Heritage Village. A great alternative for those unable to find time to travel all the way north to visit Vigan, this settlement has scores of amazing Spanish Colonial architecture to discover.
Sailing the Philippine Islands: A Cruising Guide
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The Republic of the Philippines are a scattering of islands in the north Pacific Ocean often said to resemble a man kneeling in prayer. South of Taiwan, north of Indonesia and east of Vietnam they have been a popular stopping point for boats and yachts sailing to and from mainland Asia for many decades. A great destination for long distance bluewater cruisers to come explore and spend time island hopping, the Philippine Islands occupy approximately 116,000 square miles ranking the small country the 72nd largest in the world. However, the nation boasts over 7,100 islands, making it a diverse and exciting destination.
Published March 12, 2021, 9:16 PM
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) recognized local colleges in Mimaropa (Mindoro provinces, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan) after meeting the standards set by the commission and for their achievements. CHED on Friday, March 12, bestowed the “Gawad Parangal” award to the City College of Calapan and Baco Community College.
City College of Calapan
The award comes with the institutional recognition where the recipients are given a certificate of eligibility to receive funds from CHED as provided by Republic Act 10931 or the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act.
During a virtual press conference, CHED Chairman J. Prospero De Vera III commended the colleges.
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat has clarified that most major tourist destinations in the country at least those that have reopened still require travelers to present a negative swab test result before going there.