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Nueva Valencia, Guimaras
Pulang Pasayan in Pandaraonan, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras is also known as Tiniguiban Islet in the maritime charts is home to the rare species of scarlet-colored shrimps.  Locals believe that the scarlet-colored shrimps found in the island are enchanted and refrained from consuming the brightly colored crustaceans. Fisher folks would warn visitors from pointing the shrimps to spare them from being harmed by enchanted beings.  Together with the island's sweet mangoes and pristine beaches, Pulang Pasayan's mysterious red shrimps has been a must-see attraction to local and foreign tourists. Read more about the mysterious Pulang Pasayan.

Pulilan
Held during May 14-15 | Pulilan, Bulacan, Philippines.   Hundreds of work animals, mostly carabaos, are led on a parade in the streets of the town every 14th and 15th of May to honor its patron saint. San Isidro Labrador. The carabaos decorated with garland and shaved for the occasion, genuflect or kneel in front of the church. Witness the colorful Carabao Festival and religious activities of the town. On the 14th of May, farmers all over the town pay tribute to their patron saint. San Isidro Labrador, in glorious thanksgiving for a year-long bountiful harvest. The celebration is manifested by hanging all sorts of fruits, candies, food crops and multi-colored kipings on bamboo poles. The affairs is highlighted by kneeling of carabaos in front of the church and the symbolic floats. Every year, a sea of frolicking humanity comes in droves to witness this showcasing inate talents of the carabaos. Source:Bulacan.gov.ph

Zamboanga Sibugay
The provincial government maintains a sea snake sanctuary within the island of Pulo Laum. The island is located in the municipality of Olutanga.  Source:philtravelcenter.com 

Lopez
Pulong Niugan is located in Lopez, Quezon, Philippines.  The biggest of the three islands near the shore of the municipality of Lopez and the neighboring towns of Calauag and Gumaca. Theach area is gradually sloping and the water is clear. Its best assets are the nearby colonies of corals about 50 meters from the islands.  Source:Tourism.qzn.ph

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Puning Cave is located in Barangay Bayabas, Dona Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan, Philippines.  A magnificent and well-preserved cave, also has a spring running down from a mountain.  Source:Wowphilippines.com.ph

Buenavista
Punta Blanco Target Range is located in San Roque, Buenavista, Guimaras.  This military facility was constructed during the American regime, under the leadership of Gen. Douglas MacArthur. It covers 4000-square meter of land with three trails: one in Tinadtaran, in Nazaret and in the Supang located in Camp Jossman.  The construction of Punta Blanco started in 1909 by the 29th Infantry Regiment of the US Army. They used it to hone their firing skills during their free time. In fact, it was the favorite practicing area of General Douglas Mac Arthur from 1903 to 1904.  Today, the area is considered as a historical site in the Municipality of Buenavista. Its facades and remains will forever be a part of the legacy that was left by its history which will be passed on to the next generations. Source:guimaras.gov.ph

Maribojoc
The watchtower was built in 1796 as a lookout for Muslim raiders. While similar watchtowers can be found in other places in Bohol, the Punta Cruz Watchtower is the most intact.  The tower provides an excellent view of the sea. One can see Cebu, Siquijor, and Mindanao through its windows. The site also has a small stall that sells snacks making it perfect for picnics. HOW TO GET THERE The Punta Cruz Watchtower is located in Maribojoc. It can be reached by riding a bus at the Tagbilaran Integrated Bus Terminal. Tell the driver to drop you off at the watchtower. Source:Bohol Philippines 

Batangas
Punta de Santiago Lighthouse is located in Calatagan, Batangas Philippines. Punta de Santiago Lighthouse is believed to be one of the earlies lighthouses in the country. Built in 1890, it remarkably still functions up to this day.  Source: PhiltravelCenter.com

Puerto Galera
The beach is far from the busy areas of Puerto Galera; thus, it is ideal for those who seek privacy and retreat. It is located in Puerto Galera, Occidental Mindoro, and can be reached by taking a 10 minutes' jeepney ride from the town proper, to about one kilometer on the beach mark. The distance left will have to be covered on foot. Source:Wowphilippines.com.ph

Antique
Located in the Province of Antique, Punta Nasog is cited as one of the region's main natural attraction.  Punta Nasog is a bare mountain of solid rock with three peaks resembling a cock's comb. The mysterious natural formation is believed to be rich in mineral deposits. Not far from the mountain lies pristine beaches of Rendon and Bantique.  How to Get to Punta NasogSan Jose de Buenavista(the capital town) is accessible via passenger plane, Asian Spirit, three times a week from Manila, and from the major cities of the country through Iloilo City.  From Iloilo, it's a two-hour ride by bus or van. If you are coming from Boracay Island, the province can be reached through RORO buses from Boracay terminal in Malay, Aklan and regular buses plying Nabas, Aklan to the northern part of the province down to the capital town of San Jose de Buenavista.    Source:www.geocities.com