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Chapter 3 *TOURISM ATTRACTION*

1. *Introduction*

The CLTMP envisions to provide "*A Well Spring of Diversity*" to tourists, both domestic and foreign. This diversity of attraction is well-defined in each slogan adopted by its provinces and major cities. + Bataan : A Living Monument of Valor, Gallantry and Heroism + Bulacan : Birthplace of Heroes and Sites of Historic Events + Nueva Ecija : The Agricultural Haven of Central Luzon and Gateway to the Mountains + Pampanga : The Culinary Capital North of Manila - Angeles City : The City that has Risen from the Ashes - Clark Field : A Sound Investment for Business in the Future + Tarlac : The Sugarlandia of Central Luzon + Zambales : A Perfect Gateway where Sun, Sea and Sand combine for an Unforgettable Vacation - Subic Bay : Asia's Resort Suburb- A Great

Base to Be - Olongapo City : Where Cleanliness is a Way of Life These slogans enable the people of Central Luzon to manifest a vision that combine every attribute each province has: *_VISION_* "WE, IN CENTRAL LUZON REGION, HOME OF SELF-RELIANT AND GALLANT PEOPLE, BOUNDED BY ITS BEAUTY, RICH NATURAL RESOURCES, CULTURAL HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL LANDMARKS AND CENTER OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WITH GLOBAL STANDARDS, ENVISION CENTRAL LUZON AS: A WORLD CLASS TOURIST DESTINATION; CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL EDUCATION; INVESTMENT HAVEN.; AND FOOD BOWL AND CULINARY CAPITAL OF LUZON."

These slogans are well-anchored to the leading concept of the Central Luzon Development Program of which tourism is a part which is "One Region-One Vision." It embodies the concern to integrate potentials and prospects not only among the six provinces of the region but also among cities. This vision jives with the Tourism Master Plan of the Philippines that sets the role of the Luzon cluster as " a multi-faceted destination based on a full range of markets and products." 2. *Attraction*

1. *Cultural Attractions*

Region III otherwise known as the Central Luzon Region is very rich in cultural resources. The diversity of the region's cultural resources is evident on the existence of festivals, folk arts and crafts, cuisine, historical and archaeological sites, and its indigenous people. The provinces of Pampanga and Tarlac for example, are noted for its special and exotic cuisine aside from its being famous for its neo-classic wood carvings. Centuries old churches and ancestral houses, as well as other historical monuments, are significant landmarks depicting the rich cultural heritage of the region. Region III is also known for its secular and religious festivals. The most famous of these festivals are found in the province of Bulacan, such as the Carabao Festival in the municipality of Pulilan and the fertility rites in the municipality of Obando, Bulacan. Festivals in Region III are always associated with religious rites and celebrations that relate to the region's lifestyle and to its cultural traditions. Central Luzon also hosts a major concentration of Aetas, the only Indigenous People (IPs) that are found in the region. The Aetas are said to be the earliest inhabitants in the Philippines. They are semi-nomadic, subsisting through hunting gathering and swidden

cultivation. The Aetas are also known for its basketry, mat weaving and other forms of artistically-made handicrafts. Other ethnolinguistic groups that are found in the region are the following: Sambals, Kapampangans, Tagalogs, Ilocanos and Pangasinans.

2. *Archaeological Attractions*

Central Luzon has rich archaeological resources. The prehistory of the region spans the Old Stone Age period (approximately 500,000 years ago) to the Age of Contact Period (9th to 18th centuries A.D.). Noteworthy was the discovery of stone tools attributed to the Old Stone Age period in the municipality of Marilao, Bulacan. The physical setting of the region is such that the river systems surrounding the Mt. Pinatubo may have provided in-land navigation that provided access for travel and migration during the prehistoric and historic periods. The adjoining banks of these major river systems provided an ideal setting for prehistoric habitations of the region as indicated by pre-Spanish habitation sites found in the municipality of Porac, Pampanga. Porac, Pampanga has remarkable archaeological attractions and these are found in the old or former Hacienda Ramona in Barangay Dolores. An extensive "Porcelain Age" site dated to the Sung Dynasty Period (960-1279 A.D.) was discovered in this location. A large quantity of burial jars and smaller ceramic pieces of various forms and sizes was excavated. Equally significant archaeological findings were discovered along the coastal areas of Zambales and Bataan. The sheltered bays of Zambales and Bataan coastline provided safe refuges for colonial shipping and the Manila's Trans-Pacific economic lifeline, the Galleon Trade between the Philippines and Acapulco. Numerous tradeware ceramics attributed to the Sung and Ming Dynasty periods were found along the coastal areas of Samal and Limay, Bataan. Similar cultural materials were also found along the coastal areas of Zambales which include prehistoric habitation sites and shipwrecks in the municipalities of Iba and San Antonio. Pre-. Spanish habitation sites were also discovered in the municipalities of San Marcelino and Masinloc, in the province of Zambales. The presence of a large volume of tradeware ceramics from these archaeological sites in the provinces of Zambales and Bataan indicated an active thriving tradewark during the pre-Spanish colonial periods. The province of Bulacan contains practically all known archaeological horizons in the Philippine prehistory, ranging from the Old Stone Age period to the Age of Contact Periods. In Marilao, Bulacan, several crude cobble and pebble stone tools attributed to the Old Stone Age period were found, indicating the presence of Early Man in the region.

The most remarkable prehistoric site in Bulacan can be found at the

upper reaches of Santa Maria River. Polished stone adzes dated to the Neolithic period (approximately 10,000 to 2,500 years ago) were discovered in Ginyug Site, near the junction of Tilaok Creek and Santa Maria River. In Nueva Ecija, the municipalities of Laur, San Leonardo and Rizal, were known for the extensive distribution of tradeware ceramics in burial sites. Chinese tradeware ceramics that were excavated in these municipalities consisted of burial jars and other ceramic pieces that were used as funerary goods. The tradeware ceramics are attributed to the Ming Dynasty period. Table 3.1 provides the listings of archaeological sites found in Region III. 3. *Heritage and Historical Attractions*

Central Luzon was among the first to be colonized in the Philippines under the Spanish regime. The colonization led to the establishment of mission stations, resettlement areas, fortresses, churches and other structures that are now considered as historical landmarks of the region. Likewise, the American and Japanese occupations of the region also left numerous landmarks depicting very significant historical events. Most of these landmarks are found in the provinces of Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, Bataan, and Nueva Ecija. 4. *Resort and Leisure*

The region is bestowed with natural attractions that are developed into resorts by resourceful businessmen. These resorts provide both a lodging and leisure to tourists who are visiting the region either exclusively for leisure or on business trips. 5. *Business/Industrial*

The region also offers opportunities to businessmen and industrialists who are interested to invest in <http://invest.in>the area. They can be interested on existing industrial centers or can explore new ones. 6. *Ecology Attractions*

Visitors to the region can also be interested to visit beautifully constructed Water Impounding Dams located strategically in the region. These attractions are primarily educational but also scientific.

7. *Trainings/Conferences*

A good number of these types of facilities are available in the region especially on provincial capitals. Companies can hold their annual convention in these facilities catering to both work and leisure. 8. *Attractions Along Tourism Loops*

Each province has two or more loops as guide for tourists in visiting the attractions of the region. The attractions are grouped into themes. A loop will assure a tourist of visiting different places/attractions without repeating his route. This system will optimize his time and avoid redundancy of site visitation.

*LOOP 1 - Dinalupihan-Hermosa-Orani-Samal-Abucay* *Pilar Balanga-Bagac-Morong (BATAAN)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Bankal Settlements *Description*

2. Mt. Malasimbo

3. Tomas Pinpin Monument

4. First Abucay Catholic Church

5. Maria Canon Statue

6. Philippine-Japanese Friendship Tower

7. Battle of Toul Pocket Marker

8. Fall of Bataan Marker

9. Surrender Site Marker

10. Catholic Church Belfry Abucay Dinalupihan

Abucay

Abucay

Abucay Bagac

Bagac

Balanga

Balanga

Balanga A barangay created for the Aetas to maintain their traditional customs and practices. A conical-shaped mountain considered as a weather forecasting area predicting a coming typhoon when its summit is covered with dark clouds. A landmark built in memory of the first Filipino printer. It was in Abucay Church where Tomas Pinpin co-authored and printed the earliest books in the country with Fr. Blancas de San Jose in 1610. On this site a fierce battle between the Dutch forces and the natives took place on 23 June, 1647. The church is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines. It housed the first printing press in the country which outdate any single press in the U.S. This tower was erected for the many who died during World War II. Landmark symbolizing peace, friendship and reconciliation between the Philippines and Japan. The monument tower was found in 1952 by the Risho Kosekei Group. This marks the significant pocket where a battle ensued as a prelude to the final defense of Bataan. The series of fights to eliminate these Japanese forces known as the Battle of Pockets were fought from January 27 to February 17. A landmark which commemorates the Fall of Bataan in memory of the war veterans during World War II. The marker symbolizes the courage and the enduring commitment of a Filipino soldier to his country. The place where the last defense of Bataan was given up during World War II. On 9 April 1942, Maj. Gen. Edward King, Jr., commander of the U.S. forces in Luzon officially surrendered to Col. Hakaru Haf at the compound of Balanga Elementary School under a mango tree.

Place was used as the observation site for Japanese bombardment of Mt. Samat where both Filipino and American Forces took their last stand.

*Name* *Location*

*Description*

11. First Line of Defense Marker

12. Democracy Marker Dinalupihan

Hermosa It marks the strong line of defense of combined Philippine/USAFFE troops against Japanese invasion during World War II. Situated at the provincial boundary between Pampanga and Bataan which depicts the role of Bataan in the fight for freedom and peace in the preservation of democracy.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Sibul Spring

2. Pasukulan Fall

3. Mt. Silangan

4. East West *Beach* Resort

5. Fine Sand

6. Little Miami *Beach*

7. Aspire *Beach*

8. Oro Grande *Beach*

9. Big Splash Resort & Country Club

10. Anjoline's Resort

11. Paran Hills Mountain Resort

12. Joyous Fishpond Resort

13. Villa Valdecanas Resort & Restaurant

14. Dunsulan Falls

15. Morning Breeze Resort

16. Sun Moon *Beach*

17. Fajardo's *Beach* Resort

18. La Playa *Beach* Resort

19. Crystal Water *Beach* Resort

20. Montemar *Beach* Resort

21. Seaside Resort

22. Raven Resort Abucay

Abucay Morong Morong Morong Morong Morong Morong Orani Orani Samal Balanga Balanga Pilar Bagac Bagac Bagac Bagac Morong Bagac Morong Abucay

A natural spring that has a sulfuric swimming pool for therapeutic effect and a wide area for recreation. A natural wonder at the valley of Mt. Natib which has lush vegetation and unexplored area. Has an 80-ft. high waterfall fed from numerous springs. At the foot of the waterfall is a medium-sized water pool where visitors can bath in its refreshingly cool but heavy downpour

3. *BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Bataan Technology Park (former Phil. Refugee Processing Center)

2. Hermosa Agro-Industrial Estate Morong

Hermosa A temporary settlement area and processing center for Indo-Chinese refugees migrating to Europe, America and Pacific countries.

4. *CONVENTION/TRAINING CENTER*

1. Roosevelt National Park

2. NPC Training Center Dinalupihan Bagac A forest reservation ideal for picnics; has camping area for hunting.

*Loop 2 - Pilar-Orion-Limay-Mariveles (Bataan)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Death March Marker *Description*

2. Lamao World War II Marker

3. Mt. Samat

4. Flaming Sword

5. Dambana ng Kagitingan (Shrine of Valor)

6. Zero Kilometer Marker Limay Limay

Pilar Pilar

Pilar

Mariveles A landmark commemorating the infamous death march. World War II exempted no place in the province than this town overlooking Manila Bay and Corregidor. Was the scene of the most heroic defensive battle during World War II. A symbol of the Filipino courage and gallantry in the face of external threats to the nation's democracy and peace. A national shrine atop Mt. Samat which immortalizes the agony of the Filipino and the Americans against the forces of aggression and articulates the commitment of the Filipino people to freedom and human dignity. A marker symbolizing the start of the infamous Death March.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Talaga *Beach*

2. Villa Imperial

3. Bay Spring Resort

4. Villa Eden

5. Baranda Farm Mariveles

Mariveles Mariveles

Orion Limay An enchanting cove and a perfect hideaway from the madding crowd, where lies the presidential guest house of the former President Ferdinand Marcos. 3. *BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Bataan Export Processing Zone

2. Petrochemical Industrial Estate Mariveles

Limay Site of hundreds of foreign-based factories and companies producing items from dolls to automobiles for export.

4. *CONVENTIONITRAINING CENTER*

1. Hilltop Hotel

2. Luzon Baptist Camp Mariveles Mariveles

*LOOP 1 Malolos-Guiguinto-Balagtas-Bocaue-Marilao-Meycauayan-Obando-Bulacan (BULACAN)*

1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Barasoain Church *Description*

2. Casa Real

3. Instituto de Mujerres

4. /Bahay na Tisa/

5. Gat. Ciriaco Contreras Marker

6. Obando Church

7. Old Malhacan Church

8. /Kamistisuhan/ Houses

9. Barasoain Museum

10. Siar Tree

11. Bocaue Museum Malolos

Malolos

Malolos

Balagtas

Meycauayan

Obando Meycauayan Malolos

Malolos

Malolos

Bocaue A national shrine, site of Constitutional Convention of the First Philippine Republic. In its convent the University of the Philippines was first housed. Today, it has become the symbol of the province's glorious past and the site of great events. Printing press during the Malolos Republic. It was restored in 1832 and converted into a municipal library. Presently, it is a museum used as the final repository of still existing memorabilias. The place where the Women of Malolos conduct classes. It is the address used by Dr. Jose Rizal in his famous letter to the Women of Malolos. One of the oldest known tiled-roof house in the province. Constructed in 1840 with exhibits mixture of /mestiso/, Spanish and native Tagatog designs. A monument in memory of the Commander who fought in a fierce battle against Spanish soldiers in Brgy. Bangkal. Venue of the famous fertility dance and numerous miracles. A 400-year old edifice, a mute witness to the history of Meycauayan. Located at the pariancillo of Malolos. They typify the intricate architectural designs of Spanish buildings during that time. An example is the house of Don Jose Bautista which was built in 1877. It was the first House of Interiors during the First Philippine Republic. A museum managed by the National Historical Institute where religious artifacts of the province are displayed. Now known as the "/Kalayaan Tree/" that was planted by Pres. Aguinaldo during a lull in the Malolos Convention. Houses a collection of municipal antiques and priceless array of artifacts.

2. *RURAL TOURISM* *Name* *Location* 1. Liputan Island *Description*

2. Sto. Nino Fiesta

3. Marilao Catholic Church

4. Obando Town Fiesta

5. Hanging Bridge

6. Fluvial Festival of Bocaue Meycauayan Malolos

Marilao Obando

Marilao

Bocaue Surrounded by fishponds and accessible only through water transportation. Every last Sunday of January, Malolos hosts a colorful Sto. Nino procession dedicated to the infant Jesus. The festivities begin with an exhibit of "ninos" and culminate in a grand procession of hundreds of folk, antique and new statues of the Holy Child in different manifestations as shepherd boy, as keeper of the world, as a sleeping child, etc. A 17th-century Roman Catholic Church. Celebrated from May 15-19. Couples who are childless can take this occasion to appeal for heavenly intercession and dance to please the Virgin of Salambao, St. Pascual de Bailon and Sta. Clara. Maiden and bachelors who want husbands and wives can dance for their mates. Farmers also thank the Virgin for bountiful harvests. A wooden hanging bridge connecting Barangays Lambakin and Sta. Rosa. It offers a serene atmosphere of the surrounding for the people who want to be close to nature. A festival held on the first Sunday of July. Observed in honor of the Holy Cross of Wawa Mahal na Krus sa Wawa) which is said to have saved the life of an old woman who was drowning. The main feature of this fiesta celebration is the Pagoda which glides along the Bocaue River. The Pagoda is gaily decorated structure riding on a huge banca. People from all walks of life enjoy the ride on the Pagoda. Feasting on sumptuous food while the music plays.

3. *ECOLOGY TOURISM*

1. Prenza Dam

2. Ipo Dam Marilao Norzagaray Serves as the checkgate to prevent water overflow from destroying rice crops in the area. Its name is synonymous to gallantry, bravery and heroism.

4. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Domingo Resort

2. Evangelista Resort

3. Maglalang Resort

4. Cafe Valenzuela Resort Center Bulacan Bulacan Bulacan Guiguinto Swimming pool and cottages. Swimming pool, cottages, fishing grounds. Swimming pool and cottages. Offers sports facilities such as bowling, tennis, swimming pools, restaurants and accommodations. *Name* *Location* *Description*

5. Golden Shower Resort

6. DJ Paradise Resort

7. Fantasy Island Resort

8. Lucky Garden Resort

Guiguinto(Bgy. Tabe) Malolos (Bgy. Dakila) Guiguinto (Bgy. Tiaong) Malolos It has one big swimming pool, a wide picnic area and parking space. A class-A resort with 5 swimming pools, slides, cottages, recreational facilities, tennis and basketball courts. Offers food and accommodation, fine scenery with swimming pools. Playgrounds, swimming pools, accommodations.

5. *TRAININGS/CONFERENCES & MEETINGS*

1. Hiyas Museum Malolos Houses a collection of valuable relics and momentos, articles, documents and handicrafts of the Philippine Revolution in Malolos. Aims to promote the cultural heritage and tradition of Bulacan.

*Loop 2 - Malolos-Calumpit-Paombong-*Hagonoy* (BULACAN)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Calumpit Bridge *Description*

2. Calumpit Church

3. Calumpit Town Fiesta Calumpit

Calumpit

Calumpit Site of the first battle between Filipinos and American soldiers during the retreat of Aguinaldo to the Ilocos Region. Built in 1575. It has a built-in tunnel where revolutionaries and Spaniards were buried during the war. This was also Gen. Tanaka's (of the Japanese Imperial Army) last battle field. San Juan, the town's patron saint, is honored with a gay fluvial parade during the celebration.

2. *RURAL TOURISM*

1. Col. John Strotsemberge Marker Plaridel Death marker of Col. Stotsenberge of Nebraska Volunteer Infantry and Captain of the 6th US Cavalry. He was the prominent casualty of the Philippine-American War. He was defeated and killed by the forces of Gen. Gregorio del Pilar.

3. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. *Aroma* *Beach* *Hagonoy* Sandy *beach* with *aroma* plants.

*Loop 3 - Pulilan-Baliuag-Bustos-Angat-Pandi-Sta. Maria (BULACAN)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Site of Kakarong Battle

2. Sta. Maria Church

3. Angat Church

4. /Baras Bakal/

5. /Huseng Batute/ Marker

6. Old Municipal Building

7. Pulilan Fiesta Carabao Festival Pandi Sta. Maria

Angat Angat

Sta. Maria Baliuag Pulilan This is the site of the Republic of /Real de Kakarong de Sili/ of 1896. An ancient 18th-century church, part and parcel of Bulacan's era that resisted the American regime. A 400-year old church. A stone cave which was the first choice of the Katipunan as a hideout before they finally selected Biak-na-Bato. Now a popular summer picnic place. A simple marker in honor of the country's King of Balagtasan. A 200-year old building, now converted into a Municipal Museum and Library. Thousands of work animals, mostly carabaos, are led on a parade on the streets of the town every May 14-15 to honor its patron saint, St. Isidro Labrador . The carabaos genuflect or kneel in front of the church and are decorated with garlands and shaved for the occasion.

2. *ECOLOGY TOURISM*

1. Bustos Dam

2. Grotto Central Church

3. Angat Hydroelectric Plant Bustos

San Ildefonso

Angat The longest "sectors gate" in the world. This is the huge reservoir of the Angat Hydroelectric plant at Barrio Hilltop. It serves as the source of electric power in the province and Metro Manila. The place is memorable because of the Grotto and statue of the Virgin Mary, the beautiful landscape and the natural scenery. One of the largest dams in the country which supplies water to the Greater Manila Area. It facilitates fishing and boating in a man-made lagoon and hunting in the nearby area.

3. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Miracle Resort and Picnic

2. Summer Place Resort

3. Denverland Resort Bustos (Bgy. Tibagan) Bustos

Sta. Maria (Bgy. San Gabriel) It has two swimming pools, picnic huts with good parking space. Located in front of Miracle Resort. It has two swimming pools for children and adult, picnic huts and parking space. It has two big swimming pools for adults and two swimming pools for children, bowling lanes, atari and a good parking- area. *Name* *Location* *Description*

4. Long Meadows Resort

5. Pandi Mineral and BathSpring Resort

6. Villa Lorenzo Sta. Maria Pandi Pulilan Aside from swimming, they also offer lodging services. Famous for its mineral water which is found to have medicinal and curative effect. Swimming pool and cottages.

*Loop 4 - San Ildefonso-San Miguel (BULACAN)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Don Felipe BuencaminoMarker

2. Doha Narcisa B. de LeonHouse

3. Lipana House

4. Mosesgeld House

5. San Miguel CatholicChurch

6. Siojo House

7. Viola House San Miguel

San Miguel

San Miguel

San Miguel

San Miguel San Miguel

San Miguel A marker honoring the leading cabinet member of Aguinaldo. As a student of UST, he led the first student activist demonstration in 1869 and put

up wall posters along the Puente de Espana. Owned by Doha Sisang of LVN Pictures', two of her grandchildren are film director Mike de Leon and Ambassador Narcisa "Ching" de LeonEscalar. Originally owned by Damaso Sempio, a nephew of Gen. Gregorio del Pilar. General Pilar slept here once. The house is now owned by Dr. Marcelo Lipana, nephew of the wife of Don Damaso Sempio. Originally owned by the father of Jose Mosesgeld Santiago y Fonte. He won the first prize in the Enrico Caruso International Singing Competition in New York, USA and the first Filipino to have sung at the La Salle de Milan, Italy. The house is now owned by his nephew, Judge Ignacio. A church built by the Agustinian friars more than 200 years ago. Owned by Siojo Family of which former NBI Director Alfredo Siojo Lim (now Manila Mayor) is a member. The original owner is Dr. Maximo Viola, a companion of Dr. Jose Rizal in Europe by the time he was writing his two famous novels - El Filibusterismo and Noli Me Tangere.

*Name* *Location* 8. Madlum Cave

*Description*

9. Bulusukan

10. Aguinaldo Cave

11. Ancestral Home of Former Cong. Jose "Boji" Cabochan

San Miguel

San Ildefonso San Miguel

San Miguel Characterized by three grand portals leading to 50 m long cavern, large pinacled vertical rocks abound the banks of a nearby Madlum River. To the right of the first portal is the statue of Mother Mary to whom residents pay homage on a regular basis. It is believed to be the place where St. Michael, the town's patron saint, was found. A scenic spot where stalagmites and stalactites delight excursionists and nature lovers. A garrison of "/insurrectos/" during the Spanish regime. The exact place where the late hero Emilio Aguinaldo once took refuge while leading the resistance movement against the Spanish and American colonizers. It contains "palisades" or rows of columns which developed into wall partitioning the cave area into several rooms known as "/cuarto-cuarto/" caves. The grandfather of the former congressman Don Felix de Leon and a close friend of Dr. Jose Rizal.

2. *ECOLOGY TOURISM*

1. Tilandong Falls San Miguel A natural falls which is now tapped as a source of electric power as well as irrigation.

3. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Francis Resort The rivershore has nipa sheds and narra chairs.

*LOOP 1 - Gapan-San Isidro-Sta. Rosa-Zaragosa (NUEVA ECIJA)* 1. *ECO-TOURISM* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Minalungao National Park Gapan Declared as a National Park, it features a breathtaking view of the narrow but deep Penaranda River. On both sides of the riverbank one looks up to 16 meters high limestone wall. During the summer months, when the heat becomes unbearable for the lowland people, young and old folks flock to the park to enjoy bathing in temptingly cool and clear water of Minalungao. It is an hour drive from Cabanatuan City.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Hayner's Resort

2. Rose Garden Resort

3. Irish Ville Resort

4. Villa Rizza Resort

5. Allen Ville Resort Gapan San Isidro

San Isidro Sta. Rosa Sta. Rosa

*Loop 2 - Cabanatuan-Palayan-Laur-Bongabong-Llanera-Talavera * *(NUEVA ECIJA)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Camp Pangatian *Description*

2. General Luna Statue and Marker Cabanatuan City

Cabanatuan City The shrine now honors the brave rescue of 512 allied prisoners of war by Filipino guerrillas led by the late Governor Eduardo L. Joson.. The camp is a popular tourist destination area for veterans of World War II and their families who visit our country under the Reunion of Peace Program. A statue of General Luna astride a horse stands at the plaza of Cabanatuan City in front of the Cathedral. Gen. Luna was assassinated in the city which subsequently adopted him.

*Name* *Location*

*Description*

3. Mt. Olivete

4. Barrio Labi Bongabong

Bongabong Pilgrims of the Adarnista Spiritual Community built their churches on a hilltop which can be reached through a hundred step stairs carved in stone. An outdoor overnight stay promises a firefly-lit night, enchanting its visitors and in the morning, one wakes to cascading waterfalls whose view adds to its lush sceneries. Olivete is most famous for its medicinal springs where pilgrims bathing and drinking are an everyday sight and every visitor is most welcomed. Located in the town of Bongabong, along the national highway going to Baler, Quezon, this is the death place of Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon, the wife of the late Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Talon Kalikasan

2. BSP Jamboree Site

3. GSP Josefa Llanes Escoda Campsite

4. Batyawan Park

5. Pahingahan Darn

6. Agul Rainbow Resort

7. Kalamandarin Resort

8. Sta. Vista Resort

9. RP Domingo Resort

10. Joey's Picart Grove

11. St. Nicholas Resort

12. La Parilla Inn

13. Village Inn

14. Manria Hotel Palayan City

Palayan City

Palayan City

Palayan Fort Magsaysay Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan Cabanatuan A natural water falls from the springs of Sierra Madre mountains just about a kilometer from the Aetas resettlement. The largest jamboree site in Central Luzon where the national jamboree was held in 1968 dubbed as the "Jamboree of Experience and History". A 12-hectare camping and jamboree site for GSP. A garden park with open amphitheater and a grotto. A rest area for military personnel located in a natural lake within the camp

*Loop 3 - Talavera-Llanera-Rizal- Pantabangan-San Jose-Munoz * *(NUEVA ECIJA)* 1. *RESORT/LEISURE* *Name* *Location* 1. Diamond Park *Description*

2. Pantabangan Dam

3. Hot Spring of Rizal

4. Venus Resort

5. Diadem Hotel

6. Flomar Hotel

7. Corinthian Hotel

8. Travelers Hotel

9. Hotel Tierra San Jose City

Pantabangan

Rizal

Talavera San Jose San Jose San Jose San Jose San Jose This park is strategically located at the gateway of the Cagayan Valley. A haven for picnickers and sight-seers, it features a natural panoramic view of an invigorating and refreshing environment of numerous park and garden landscapes on its hills. The river running its foothills is a summer destination. Climbing its hundred step stairs, one reaches lamp-lit pagodas on hill tops offering a panoramic view of northern Nueva Ecija. Considered to b e a mainstay among tourist spots in Nueva Ecija, the Pantabangan Dam continue to draw foreign and local tourists and Balikbayans because of its scenic ambiance and the awesome engineering wonders which anyone can appreciate. It is located at barrio Gen. Luna in Rizal town. This natural spring is proven to be medicinal. Visitors go to this place for this purpose. The eastern barrio of Rizal which is nestled uphill on the foot of the Sierra Madre Mountain ranges boasts of one of Central Luzon's hidden treasure; a towering waterfall more than a hundred feet high descends widely across mountain wall.

2. *EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING CENTER*

1. Central Luzon State University

Munoz Located in the outskirts of the town of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, the 658 hectares main campus of CLSU is famous for its old and shady trees, its model farms, its vegetable and ornamental plant garden. It also has facilities for swimming, basketball and pelota. Oftentimes, Nueva Ecija is referred to as the "Agricultural Center of Lu'zon" because of the presence of CLSU.

2. Philrice Maligaya, Munoz The Philippine Rice Research Institute at Maligaya, Munoz, Nueva Ecija is the Central Agricultural Experiment Station all over the country, it was created to develop and implement a natural rice research and development program, sustain the gains mode in rice production and solve location-specific problems of the whole rice industry.

*Loop 4 - Munoz-San Jose-Lupao-Talugtug-Carranglan (NUEVA ECIJA)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Diamond Park *Description*

2. Dalton Pass San Jose City

Carranglan This park is strategically located at the gateway of the Cagayan Valley. A haven for picnickers and sight-seers, it features a natural panoramic view of an invigorating and refreshing environment of numerous parks and gardens landscape on its hills. The river running its foothills is a summer destination. Climbing its hundred step stairs, one reaches lamp-lit pagodas on hill tops offering a panoramic view of northern Nueva Ecija. Located in Capintalan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija the place is about 5 hectares and accessible to any kind of transportation along the Maharlika Road. The place has a monument of General Dalton with the historical accounts of World War II.

2. *RURAL TOURISM*

1. Barrio Puncan Carranglan Located in the town of Carranglan, the cool breeze atmosphere of this town is likened to Baguio City thus earning the title "Little Baguio." However, tourist facilities are yet to be developed.

*LOOP 1 - San Fernando-Mexico-Sta. Ana-Arayat (PAMPANGA)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Death March Marker *Description*

2. Cutud Lenten Rites

3. Archdiocesian Museum & Archives San Fernando

San Fernando (Cutud, San Pedro)

San Fernando The start of the horrendous train ride of "Death March". Marches were at the town's railroad station now appropriately marked by a shrine at the station. This marker is set at the San Fernando Railroad Station commemorating the heroics of the Prisoners of War (PO\Ns) of World War II who took part in the horrendous Death March. A re-enactment of Christ's passion and death is done every year during the lenten season. The re-enactment is complete with the passion play and culminates with the actual nailing of at least three flagellants on wooden crosses atop a makeshift cavalry. Contains antiques and exquisite works of art depicting cultural heritage, inclination to humanities, artistic skills and Roman Catholic inspiration of the Pampangos. The museum is at the second floor of Guerero building in the University of the Assumption. The archdiocesan archives can be found at the ground floor of the Mother of Good Counsel Seminary. The museum and archives are both found in San Fernando.

2. *SPECIAL INTEREST*

1. Paskuhan Village

2. Mt. Arayat

3. Clark Field Ecozone

4. Candaba Swamps San Fernando

Arayat Mabalacat Candaba The first of its kind in Asia and the world's third. It has all the elements of traditional Filipino heritage under one roof, aiming to depict Philippine Christmas all year round. It is projected to be a major trade and tourism center not only in the region by throughout the country.

3. *RURAL TOURISM*

*Name* *Location*

*Description*

1. Mountain Trekking/Biking

2. Giant Lantern Festival

Magalang (Mt. Arayat)

San Fernando Mountain trekkers/bikers and eventual campers at Mt. Arayat start at Magalang and end at the other slope of Arayat where they can refresh at the National Park where at least five swimming pools await them. Days before Christmas, giant lanterns made of colored crepe and Japanese paper with frames of intricate tinwires skeleton containing electrical mechanism and a thousand bulbs highlight the San Fernando Giant Lantern Festival. The lanterns dance, blink and brilliantly twinkle in kaleidoscopic pattern in cadence with the band music.

4. *CONVENTION/TRAINING CENTER*

1. Pampanga Agricultural College Magalang Located at the scenic foothills of Mt. Arayat, it is one of the state-owned agricultural colleges in Central Luzon. Its conference pavilion and natural swimming area were developed by the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA).

5. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Mimosa

2. Holiday Inn Clark Clark

*Loop 2 - Angeles City-Mabalacat-San Fernando-Guagua-Sta. Rita-Porac (PAMPANGA)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Kamikaze East Airfield

2. Marcos Santos Residence

3. Marcos Village

4. Angeles City Hall AnnexBuilding Mabalacat

Mabalacat Mabalacat Angeles City It is from this airfield where the first Kamikaze pilots took off for their last mission as the official human bombs on October 24, 1944. This served as the headquarters of Kamikaze pilots during World War II. An authentic Negrito Village whose people still practice tribal rituals and customs. General headquarters for Maj. Arthur Me Arthur in May 1899 - Seat of the First Philippine Revolutionary Army under General Emilio Aguinaldo.

*Name* *Location* 5. Apo Fiesta

*Description*

6. La Naval Fiesta Angeles City

Angeles City Celebrations begin with consecutive masses at the Holy Rosary Cathedral after which the faithful kiss the feet of the image of the reclining Christ. In commemoration of the Virgin of the Holy Rosary whose intercession saw the victory of the Spanish fleet over the Dutch invaders.

2. *BUSINESS PARK/INDUSTRIAL CENTER*

1.Casino Filipino Angeles City Located at the Century Resort Hotel Complex in Balibago, Angeles City. This casino is operated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation.

*LOOP 1 - Capaz-Bamban-Concepcion (TARLAC)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Sto. Domingo Death March Marker

2. Capas Death March Monument

3. Camp O'Donnell Capas

Capas The site where about 60,000 Filipino soldiers cramped like sardines in closed box-cars were unloaded to start the second phase of the tragic Death March which was about 1.5 km. north from Capas town proper. Even from the "disembarkation" point, more than 30,000 of these defenders of democracy perished from the inhuman treatment they were subjected to during the trip from Abucay arid Mariveles, Bataan to San Fernando, Pampanga. This monument is a historical marker of the infamous concentration where nearly 30,000 Filipino and American soldiers who participated in the Death March perished in 1942. It depicts the endurance and heroism of valiant soldierdefenders three kilometers from the town proper along the highway. A name that rings a familiar if sad chord in the hearts of World War II veterans and orphans. O'Donnell is a sentimental must in the itinerary of History. A Concentration camp and subsequently serving as burial grounds for thousands of Filipino soldiers who perished during the last World War II. The site was the ultimate destination of the infamous Death March.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Bueno Hot Spring Capas A rich source of tourism revenue once fully developed is the Bueno Hot Springs of Capas located within the reservation area of the former Clark

Air Base. The terrain is mountainous and the place can be reached only by trail. The natural geography around rolling terrain traversed by the newly built Capas-Botolan Road and a full view of the reservation makes the place truly attractive to both domestic and foreign tourists. Since this phase is part of the large tract of hectares to be turned over the Philippine Government, the opportunity is ripe for either government or private sector to develop the place.

*Name* *Location* 2. Paradise Island

*Description*

3. O'Donnel River

4. Crow Valley Target Rays

5. Malasa Water Falls

6. Lahar Trek Concepcion

Capas Capas Bamban Capas A veritable paradise true to its name "Paradise Island" is all of half a hectare in the middle of a five-hectare man-made lake in Hacienda Tinang, Concepcion, Tarlac. The place can be reached in two ways: thru the Murcia-VOA route or thru the CAT in San Miguel (Concepcion via Tinang road). To reach the island itself is by boat. The lake is teeming with catfish, mudfish and flapia in addition to Japanese carp. Fishing is allowed anywhere in the lake. All kinds of fruit trees abound in the island such as Tahiti lime (an aromatic version of the local calamansi), mangoes, atis, lychees, champoy, coconut and figs. To make it more colorful are all kinds of flowering plants. The thick foliage in the area is the natural sanctuary of bords and wild ducks. However, hunting is not allowed in order not to deplete the supply.

3. *EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING CENTER*

1. Camp Concepcion L. Planas Concepcion About 11 kilometers from Tarlac town proper going west thru the newly constructed paved road is the GSP Campsite, Camp Concepcion L. Planas named after late mother of the donor, Atty. Rosario L. Planas, well known civicminded lady. The local GSP council aims to develop the place into an ideal campsite patterned after those in Manila and or other fully developed camps all over the country. Already the place is thriving with trees and shrubs

which were planted by sponsors, girl scouts and their leaders.

*Loop 2 - Tarlac-Mayantoc-Paniqui-Camiling-Gerona (TARLAC)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Tarlac Provincial Capitoland Maria Cristina Park

2. Camiling Church

3. Maria Clara Museum

4. Japanese Memorial Park

5. Kumpil ng Bayan/AlimudinFestival

6. Carlos P. RomuloMemorial Library Tarlac

Camiling

Camiling Sta. Ignacia Paniqui Tarlac An imposing historical landmark in the province is the seat of the provincial government, the Capitol Building. Constructed atop a hill, it commands a panoramic view of the town of Tarlac and its surrounding environs. Right infront of the building itself are ornamental plants abloom during most of the year. The construction of this edifice work was initiated by Governor Manuel de Leon in 1906 and it was completed under the governorship of the late Hon. Jose Espinosa in 1909. True to the vision of its founders, the CAPITOL today is a must in the provincial travel itinerary of domestic and foreign institutes. The Catholic Convent of Camiling was the death place of General Pedro Pedroche and its men in the hands of Francisco Makabulos and his revolutionary troops in order of General Luna on charges of rebellion. Two great sons of Camiling who have proven their statesmanship, diplomacy and legal brilliance are Carlos P. Romulo and Cesar Bengson.

2. *RURAL TOURISM*

1. Stacca Resort/Gossood

2. San Isidro Farmhouse Tarlac

Mayantoc Provides an interesting insight into rural life; very picturesque idyll setting which offers potential for development as tourist attraction.

3. *RESORT AND LEISURE* *Name* *Location* 1. Dolores Springs *Description*

2. Ranig Palace Resort

3. Grandma's Hotel & Restaurant

4. Inn on the Park

5. Asiatic Pension Homes

6. Del Rosario Resort

7. Sta. Rita Resort

8. Wonderland Resort Dolores

Paniqui Tarlac San Miguel Tarlac Tarlac Tarlac Bamban Seven kilometers away from Tarlac town is Dolores Springs. Its water is believed to be medicinal and for this, a good number of excursionists old and young frequent the place. However, as of now, there are no facilities to give physical comfort to the travelers, like lodging quarters or waiting sheds.

4. *BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL* *Name* *Location* *Description*

1. Luisita Industrial Land and Park

2. Cat Sugar Mills and Paniqui Sugar Mills San Miguel, Tarlac

Tarlac/Paniqui Hacienda Luisita is growing into the 21st century. It started with the progressive evolution of 12,000 hectares of agricultural lands in San Miguel, Tarlac, Tarlac acquired by Don Jose Cojuangco in 1958. Luisita Land is a well planned center for gainful enterprises in agriculture, industry and services away from the congestion of Metro Manila. It fully integrate urban and rural components. A park-like city Where residential, business and social centers are close to each other. With a profusion of trees to enhance the environment and parkways to ensure privacy and feel of country. The development is geared to quality and diversity appealing to mixed wide-based markets. It is people-oriented with the flexibility to preserve the, ecological balance. The plan draws from the latest and the most appropriate technology in land planning and site development, for the maximum benefit of investors and their work-force. Luisita is right in the heartland of Luzon, conveniently linking produce from country to the centers of trade and leisure. An easy 1 112 hour drive from Manila or Poro Point in La Union and 2 hours from Subic in Zambales and Baguio. All-day transport via the North Expressway and railway traversing the estate. Light plane or helicopter shuttles from Luisita's private airstrips to Manila (20 minutes flight) and elsewhere. More accessibility with the reopening of Laoag's International Airport and the commercial conversion of nearby Clark Air Base. The province has two sugar mills that help boost its economy. One is in Tarlac and the other is in Paniqui. CAT is presently under Rehabilitation. Both are educational and aesthetic areas for package tours for student populace. Paniqui Sugar Mills is 2 kilometers from the town proper which is accessible by all means of transportation. CAT Sugar Mills in San Miguel, Tarlac located in sprawling plantation of about four thousand hectares. Privately owned the areas can be reached thru a network of good roads and helicopter.

*LOOP 1 - Subic-Castiilejos-San Antonio-San Narciso-San Felipe* *Cabangon-Botolan (ZAMBALES)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Mt. Mabanban *Description*

2. Mt. Pinatubo

3. Caracol Boat

4. Binabayani

5. Kalighawan

6. Magsaysay Ancestral House

7. Port Paynawen

8. Botolan Church San Antonio

Botolan

Subic

Subic

Subic

Castillejos

Botolan

Botolan An ideal setting for summer camping and mountaineering. A magnificent vista of Subic Bay area while one is at its peak. Made famous for its catastrophic eruption in 1991, now a source of travel and study among tourists and travelers visiting Central Luzon. Among the. travel destinations covered by Mt. Pinatubo include Botolan Resettlement Sites in Taugtog, Loob-Bunga and Baquilan where one may indulge in community immersion with the culture-bound native Aetas; Bucao River, now completely covered with lahar, where one may engage in a walking Safari towards the foothills of the dreaded volcano; Pinatubo lake in San Marcelino, Zambales to see a panoramic vista of the volcano and an opportunity to walk up to the Pinatubo crater. This is celebrated every second Sunday of May during the Barangay Fiesta of Calapandayan, Subic, Zambales, wherein the patron Saint, San Roque is paraded in the sea through basnig or big boat with banda. Zambales version of Ati-atihan. This is a war dance between the Christians and the aetas, and is being celebrated every 30th of November during the feast of San Andres, patron saint of Masinloc. People believe that with Binabayani they are assured of bountiful harvest. Kalighawan, which means happiness,. is a province wide festival of Zambales where in all the thirteen (13) municipalities participate. It include cleanliness and beautification contest and some other projects. It is celebrated every 2nd week of February at the capital town of Iba. An old house of late President Ramon Magsaysay that is found in Castillejos, Zambales. It is in need of being restored as a historical landmark and probable museum for Zambales. The famous fortress, whose walls still stand on the bank of Bancal River in Barangay Parel, Botolan was once the most formidable garrison in Central Luzon. An old catholic church built in 1700 out of coral blocks.

*Name* *Location*

*Description*

9. Saint Augustine Cathedral

10. Birth Marker of latePresident Magsaysay

Iba Catholic church built in 1700 out of corallimestone. A historical place where the late PresidentRamon Magsaysay popularly known as "TheGuy" or "Man of the Masses" was born on August 31, 1907 located beside the Philippine Independence Church along Magsaysay Avenue, Iba, Zambales.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. Snake Island

2. Balon Falls

3. Silanguin Bay

4. Capones Island

5. Roma's *Beach* Resort

6. Miami *Beach* Resort

7. Paradise *Beach* Resort

8. Playa Del Sol *Beach*Resort

9. White Rock Quality ResortHotel

10. The Subic *Beach*

11. Villa Garcia *Beach* Resort Subic

Subic

San Antonio

San Antonio

Calapandayan, Subic

Cawag, Subic Matain, Subic Kabitaogan, Subic Matain, Subic

Purok I Calapacuan, Subic Brgy. Pundakit, San Antonio An island with complete recreational facilities very ideal place for relaxation. Include swimming, scuba diving, boating and other water sports such as regatta, water skiing and wind surfing. A perfect paradise for nature lovers with crystalclear water fresh from the falls, where fragrance of wild flowers and trees surrounds the whole place, and only the sound of the birds and wild animals breaks the tranquillity of the place. Endowed with abundant marine resources and wild animals, it is one of five causes soon to be developed into a fish sanctuary. Naturally, an ideal place to visit for scuba diving and snorkeling. It is where the light house is located. It has almost complete facilities for thrill lovers. Ideal place for fishing and boating.

Facilities: Volleyball court, stand-by generator Services Offered: laundry Dining room, Lounge room with TV, Piped-in Music, Bar & KTV, Multi-purpose hall & function rooms, curio-souvenir shops and sports facilities. Services offered - laundry, bell, telegraph/telex, sauna massage, shuttle & foreign exchange counter.

*Name* *Location* 12. Hi-way Resthouse

*Description*

13. Big Four Resthouse

14. Capones *Beach* Resort

15. Sabina *Beach* Resort

16. Crystal *Beach* Resort

17. Fil-Aussie *Beach* Resort

18. Arle *Beach* Resort

19. Tropical *Beach* Resort

20. Balitok *Beach* Resort

21. La Playa del Norte

22. Colico *Beach* Resort

23. Ednest *Beach* Resort

24. Sand Valley

25. Rama *Beach* Resort West Dirita, San Antonio West Dirita Brgy. Pundaquit La Paz, San Narciso La Paz, San Narciso Binoclutan, Botolan Binoclutan, Botolan Porac, Botolan Amingan. Iba

Amingan, Iba Amingan, Iba Bangatalinga, Iba Bangatalinga, Iba Bangatalinga, Iba

Dining room and bar. Dining room and bar, lounge with TV, piped-in music, curio-souvenir shops & sports facilities like surfing, diving, boat trips & mountain walks.

Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, pipe-in music, multi-purpose hall & sports facilities (basketball).

Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, nightclub, multi-purpose hall, curio-souvenir shop & sports facilities (darts, table tennis, billiards, etc.) Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, nightclub/disco, multi-purpose hall & sports facilities (scuba diving, fishing, volleyball).

3. *SPECIAL INTEREST*

1. Subic Freeport Zone

2. Olongapo City Subic Olongapo

4. *BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL*

1. La Sirena *Beach* Resort & Hotel

2. MamaDear Hotel Cabatingan, Subic Palanginan, Iba Facilities: Dining room and bar sports facilities Services Offered: Laundry & bell service

*Loop 2 - Palauig-Masinloc-Candelaria-Sta. Cruz (ZAMBALES)* 1. *HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL* *Name* *Location* 1. Sto. Nino Cave *Description*

2. Sagrada Familia Cave Candelaria

Sta. Cruz Carved out of a fissure on the earth's crust, this cavern measures about 50 by 75 meters. At its central wall sits an altar with the images of the Holy Family. The weird cross in the background is a makeshift of

human femur bones. The unique charm of the cave is the presence of petrified giant clam (taklobo) measuring all two feet in diameter imbedded in the rocky stratum of the cave's ceiling. Found along the cliff side of the Zambales mountain ranges, the Sagrada Familia Cave is typical of others except that a mysterious formation of the image of the Holy Family was caused by a continuous dripping from the apex of the cavern. Evidence of coral fragments along the cliff side point to the fact to the area was part of an ocean bed millions of years ago.

2. *RESORT AND LEISURE*

1. San Salvador Island

2. Baloc-Baloc Spring

3. Trigon *Beach* Resort

4. Paynauen *Beach* Resort

5. Manang Piecing *Beach* Resort

6. Sunset View *Beach* Resort

7. Herra *Beach* Resort

8. Ti-Umoc *Beach* Resort

9. Vicar *Beach* Resort

10. Luming *Beach* Resort Masinloc

Sta. Cruz

Sto. Rosario Lipay-Dingin do

Amungan, Iba Bangatalinga, Iba do

Amungan, Iba Bangatalinga, Iba Its abundance in marine resources has made it most famous as scuba divers paradise in Central Luzon. Divers would certainly love feasting their eyes on seeing the largest Manta Rays rich in fruit bearing trees like mangoes, clear water, smooth beaches coupled with powdery white sand cool sea breeze. After a brief but aeduos trek thru rocky path, one is rewarded with a magnificent spectacle; a waterfall right inside this cave. From a height of about 10 meters, naturally cool spring water oozes out of the cavernous ceiling and to the cave's grotesque rocky walls. Down under a

nature-formed swimming pond awaits the exhausted trekker.

*Name* *Location*

*Description*

11. El Czar *Beach* Resort

12. White Sand *Beach* Resort

13. Isla Vesta *Beach* Resort

14. Chilsea *Beach* Resort

15. Cire *Beach* Resort

16. Sgt. Juan *Beach* Resort

17. Dawal *Beach* Resort

18. Happy *Beach* Resort

19. Taklobo Lodge

20. Hidden Paradise *Beach* do d o

Uacon, Candelaria Libertador, Candelaria do

do

UaCOn, Candelaria Longos, Sta. Cruz Lipay, Sta. Cruz Bolita, Sta. Cruz

3. *Arts and Handicrafts*

Central Luzon is known for the highly intricate designs of its folk arts and handicrafts. The artistry invested in the production of these arts and handicrafts, particularly from the provinces of Pampanga and Bulacan, is such that, these cultural resources can be made into high value tourism resource-assets. There are backyard industries in the province of Pampanga that manufacture export-quality woodcrafts and handdesigned furnitures and when technically and financially supported can be made into major income-generating activities of local residents. The stone carvings out of the volcanic debris from the Mt. Pinatubo eruption, show the resourcefulness and the artistic craftmanships of the people of Pampanga and Tarlac. The industry has high potentials for tourism development. However, because of the very limited support (technical and financial), very few people are encouraged to engage in this income-generating activities. Likewise, the Aetas produce good quality baskets and bamboo mats and these indigenous crafts may be developed into resource-assets of the region.

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