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Pilar (Cebu Province)
The Naukban Lagoon in Pilar is a calm site. According to locals, the lagoon serves as a symbol of love between two spirits. Source:Cebu Province Official Website 

Guimaras
The Navalas Church is located in Navalas, Buenavista, Guimaras.  Built in 1880, the Navalas Church is the oldest Roman Catholic church and the only existing heritage in the island of Guimaras.  The architecture of this church resembles that of the Jaro Cathedral in Iloilo. Morever, it has stone walls and a watch tower which used to make early warnings of impending attacks by pirates.  How to get to Navalas Church? From Parola, Iloilo City is a 15 minute ride to McArthur’s Wharf and from there one can arrange transportation through the Tourist Assistance Center in the wharf. From McArthur’s Wharf it is another 40-minute ride to Navalas Church. Source:  exploreiloilo 

Kiangan
Nayaradan Rice Terraces are found in Kiangan and these shows how forest management and rice terracing are complementary.  Source:nscb.gov.ph 

Pasay
The Nayong Pilipino Park is a cultural park that is oftenly labeled as the "Philippines in miniature".  Nayong Pilipino was intended to give both local and foreign tourists a glimpse of the country's famous landmarks and cultural heritage. Inside the park are six regions representative of the Tagalog, Bicol, Visayas, Cordillera and Ilocos.A presentation of regional houses introduce the architectural styles particular to each region. Samples of artworks and handicrafts are also displayed to showcase each of the region's creativity. The Tagalog Region is represented by a replica of the historical Aguinaldo House and the Tagalog Pavillion, a venue for social and political gatherings from the early Spanish period up to the present.The Bicol Region has a reproduction of Mount Mayon and the Cagsagwa Ruins. The Visayan Region is aptly represented by the replicas of Cebu's most famous historical landmark, Magellan's cross, and Bohol's picturesque Chocolate Hills.A Datu's house, Moslem Mosques, and Samal Houses can be found at the Mindanao Sulu Region.A replica of the Banaue Rice Terraces, also known as the Eight Wonder of the World, can be found at the Cordillera Region.An authentic Vigan House, one of the remaining vestiges of three hundred years of Spanish Colonization, highlights the Ilocos Region. Spread a feat for a family picnic on the grass. Glide with your loved one in a banca past the colorfully decorated Samal Houses. Those who prefer quiet relaxation can cast their lines into the lagoon for tilapia. Shoppers can visit the many souveneir shops selling handicrafts found only in the Philippines. There is also a mini-aquarium stocked with a variety of fish, shell and coral species indigenous to the Philippines. Exotic birds can be found in the aviary. Source: http://www.philtravelcenter.com/nayongpilipino/index.html

Angeles City
Nepomuceno Ancestral House is located along Sto. Rosario Street, Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines.  It was the home of Don Ciriaco de Miranda. Built in 1840, it was inherited in 1868 by Don Ciriaco’s niece, Dona Agustina Henson de Nepomuceno. The House is also considered the oldest and best-preserved ancestral house in the city, claimed to have been built in 1824 by the town’s founder, Don Angel Pantaleon de Miranda.  Sources:Wowphilippines.com.ph PampangaCapitol.com

Tagum
New Cathedral Christ the King is located in Sobrecary St., Tagum City.  In this new Catheral here you can see the World’s Largest Rosary. Weighing 2,815 kilos, this rosary at the Christ the King Cathedral in City of Tagum, Davao del Norte, Island Mindanao, Philippines, could make it to the Guinness Book of World Records as the Largest Roman Catholic Rosary in the whole world. This project of the Knight of Columbus. Christ the King Assembly has a length of 85.5 meters and is made of Magcono (Iron Wood), native to the mountain of Davao Oriental and Surigao. Felicisimo Luta, faithful navigator of the K of C – Christ the King Assembly, said “this project was in commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of the Diocese of City of Tagum in 2005.” The House of Prayer, This Temple of Worship, The Home in which the Faithful are nourished by God’s Word and Sacraments. The faithful of the Diocese, City of Tagum dedicated this mother church to the glory of the King of Kings, on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of the Diocese. The Cathedral stands in a two 2 hectare lot situated in the southern part. City of Tagum, a city located fifty-five 55 kilometers north of Metropolitan Davao. The heirs of the late Dr. & Mrs. Juan Gonzales donated the land.  How to get to New Cathedral Christ the King By air: Davao can be reached by air, sea, and land travel from Manila. Major local air carrier’s service the Manila to Davao route that takes around 90 minutes.  By sea: By Sea it is approximately 3 days from the Manila Harbor to the Davao Port.  By land: Land travel takes around 4 days, passing through a scenic route through the Pan-Philippine or Maharlika Highway that links the Philippines' three major islands. The city of Samal is only an hour's drive from the Davao International Airport and the SasaWharf in Davao City. The province is likewise accessible by land transportation from any point in Mindanao.

Anini-y
Nogas Island is located in Anini-y, Antique Philippines. This 24-hectare government naval reservation island is great location for water loving travelers. Just a few miles from Anini-y, Nogas Island is ideal for snorkeling, shell hunting and scuba diving.  Source: FlyPhilippines.com.ph

Borbon
Nonoc Cave is located in Cadaruhan, Borbon. It was once a hiding place for Japanese soldiers during the Second World War. Today, the site is frequented by tourists and picknickers. The surrounding foliage of trees also make the place a good venue for picture taking. Source:Cebu Province Official Websiteborboncebu.com 

Mogpog
Norada Falls is located in Sitio Paadyao, Barangay Bukbok, Mogpog, Marinduque, Philippines.  A series of gently cascading falls culminating in a 10-foot deep pool of crystal-clear water. It is an ideal place for picnicking or camping. Source:Visitmyphilippines.com 

Santa
Northern Luzon Heroes Hill National Park is located in the town of Santa, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. it was the stronghold of Gabriela Silang who continued the struggle for freedom from the Spaniards started by her slain husband, Diego Silang. A historical marker in her honor stands nearby. Source:Santa.gov.ph