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Palawan
Seacow is known locally as dugong, a unique animal, being the only herbivorous mammal in existence today. We probably owe our childhood fantasies of the mythical mermaid to the dugong, which, because of its fish-like tail, smooth brownish skin, mammary glands, and woman-like genitalia, was often mistaken by sailors, weary from long voyages, as a mermaid. The dugong can grow to more than three meters in length and can weigh more than 400 kg. Its body is torpedo-shaped with small short flippers and whale-like flukes. Its lip is shaped like a disk with thick hair. Source:Travelmart.net

Pilar (Cebu Province)
The Seaside Chapel located in Dapdap, Pilar, was the site of a bloody massacre which took place during the Japanese occupation. Around 300 innocent lives were murdered by Japanese soldiers during Christmas Eve. General Tomoyuki Yamashita, the one who started the massacre, was later on put on trial by American troops for what he did. Source:Point Cebu 

San Lorenzo
Ever wondered how salt is made?  A trip to Sebario Salt Farms in Sebario, San Lorenzo, Guimaras will enlighten you in the mechanics of salt-making. Get to see how this popular condiment is made by the locals of Sebario before it ends up in the shaker. Sebario Salt Farms is covered by the Guimaras Agritourism Circuit. More about Sebario Salt Farms.

Batangas City
Located on the south western part of Maricaban Island, Maricaban/Tingloy Island, Batangas City, Batangas, Philippines. Sepok Point has white sand and shores typical cove. A good place for swimming and snorkeling. Source:Philtravelcenter.com 

Cotabato City
 Third Week of December | Cotabato City, Philippines. Considered one of the most important celebrations in southern Mindanao, Shariff Kabunsuan Festival is held during December in Cotabato City. The annual event marks the arrival of Arab-Malay missionary Shariff Kabunsuan via Rio Grande de Mindanao. It is characterized by a colorful display of Muslim culture. A musical showdown, cultural presentations, a fashion show, and a photo exhibit are among the activities lined up throughout the Shariff Kabunsuan Festival.  Source: Lakbaypilipinas.com   

Pangasinan
Shell Island is located in Hundred Islands National Park, Pangasinan, Philippines.  The island is broken in half so you can watch the azure waves crash gently; break into silver sprays and race towards the tide pool. Or turn your attention in studying the ingenious limestone rock formations that make up the island. Or, maybe, just watch the flight of birds as you hide away from the sun and take refuge from their shade. But don`t miss the chance to lose yourself in collecting shells hidden or lying either on the shore or silently glistening under the shallow waters. The area is also subjected to flooding during high tide hence the common sightings of small reef fishes. Source:Hundredislands.ph

Agoo
Shrine of Our Lady of Charity is located in Agoo, La Union, Philippines.    The Agoo Basilica enshrines the miraculous image of Our Lady of Charity. This imposing structure of Mexican-Baroque architecture is the venue of religious rites foremost is the Semana Santa.    Source:Philtravelcenter.com

San Fernando (La Union)
Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan is located in San Fernando, La Union, Philippines.  The century-old church of St. Catherine in Luna, formerly called Namacpacan, houses the miraculous image of Our Lady of Namacpacan, patroness of Ilocano travellers. The shrine is located at the town proper of Luna, approximately 40 kilometers northwest of San Fernando. Source:Wowphilippines.com.ph

Gamu
The Shrine of Our Lady of the Visitation is located in Guibang, Gamu, Isabela City Philippines. Visitors flock the Shrine of Our Lady of the Visitation, as it holds the Miraculous Lady of the Visitacion, especially around July when locals and visitors trek the Shrine for thanksgiving and religious reverence.  Source: FlyPhilippines.com.ph

Davao City
One of the most famous tourist spots in Davao City is the Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague. Situated on top of Matina Hill is this quaint and serene place of worship.It is surrounded by rolling grass and spots of century mango’s (more than 30 years old), which makes this an ideal place to meditate and commune with the Lord. One other unique feature of the Shrine is that it has no four walls bounding it, but rather, it is a collection of different open air Chapels. It has to be noted also that dating in this place is frowned upon, as well as making it a destination for boiterous activity. There is no entrance fee when entering the Shrine but please, mind the silence. The Shrine isn’t open 24 hours so don’t try to go there at the dead of night (or at least past 6PM) and expect the gates to be open, unless of course there is Mass scheduled.How to get to Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of PragueIn order to reach this place, one can take a tricycle from the base of the Matina Hill or if one has a car, can either enter via the base or by the Diversion Road exit. Source: pinoytravelblog