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Aringay
Centennial Tunnel is located in Poblacion, Aringay, La Union, Philippines. The 500 meter tunnel was made in 1913 during the American regime. Intended for the trains of the Philippine National Railways (PNR) bound for Baguio City, it was later abandoned by the Commonwealth Govenment because of the then impending Second World War. According to locals, the tunnel already exists during the Spanish era, it was only in the American occupation that it was developed and fortified, thus making it officially more than a century year old. During the Japanese occupation, the tunnel was used as headquarters of the Japanese Imperial Army because of its durability against US bombings, rising speculations that hidden treasures were buried in the area. Source:Launion.gov.ph

Manila
The Central Bank Money Museum was established on January 3, 1974 from the collection in the bank's possession and from the donations of illustrious collectors and dealers. It aims to collect Filipino coins and notes to trace the monetary history of the Philippines and assemble a fine collection of rare and unusual coins from all over the world.How to get to Central Bank Money MuseumFrom Baclaran, hail a PUJ bound for Mabini Street and get off at the corner of Vito Cruz St. where the Central Bank Building is situated. From T.M. Kalaw st., walk to Ma. Orosa St. and hail aPUJ bound for Baclaran. Get off at Vito Cruz and walk towards Roxas Boulevard.Source:Flyphilippines.info

Alaminos City
Century Cave is located in Alaminos, Pangasinan, Philippines.  This dome-shaped cave is home to thousands of various species of bats and other cave dwellers. It is rich in guano or bat manure and its dripstones are still intact except for some digging on the floors. Source:Alaminoscity.gov.ph

Pangasinan
Century Island is located in Hundred Islands National Park, Pangasinan, Philippines.   Cave enthusiasts or freestyle hikers can venture its huge domed cave, which is a welcoming nesting place for bats and an underground haven of rock formations. It has no beachfront, giving it the mildly challenging potential as an exploration site for people who want to sample an educational and cultural adventure. Source:Hundredislands.ph

Barcelona
Barcelona, Sorsogon  The old Barcelona Church, built in the 19th century by the Spanish colonizers, is perhaps the most well-preserved old church in the entire province, although there are already some alterations in its interior. The thick stone walls of the church, including its bell tower, are the original walls, still relatively intact and well-preserved. Fronting the church, facing the sea, are the ruins of a stone structure that was then known as the casa tribunal and baluarte, or fort, and a schoolhouse made entirely of stones.  During the Spanish period, it is believed that construction of stone structures used beaten egg whites mixed with tuba, the native coconut wine, and lime as binder. The huge slabs of stones were taken from the sea and arranged on top of each other to create a wall. Old folks also say that the place was called Barcelona by the homesick Spaniards because the place's topography reminded them of Barcelona of Spain. Source:Sorsogontourism.com  For photos of the church, click here: Travel Journals

Cebu Province
The Chapel of the Last Supper is located in Mandaue City, just off north of Cebu City.  The chapel features hand-carved life-size statues of Christ and his 12 apostles called Señor de Cena dating back to Spanish times. This is the only one of its kind in the country. This treasured relic is found in the San Jose Parish Church of Mandaue City that dates back to 1601. Source: Cebu Central

Basco
Chawa Cave is located in Basco, Batanes, Philippines.  Chawa is believed to be an enchanted cave. It has a natural salt bed and a mouth that opens to the South China Sea, which is also accessible through the boulders of Chawa Point in Mahatao. This cave lies about 4 kilometers from Basco. Source:e-philippines.com.ph1stphilippines.com

Davao City
Ditch the fine-dining and find cheap meals in Chicken Tsunami. You get a meal consisting of one cup rice and one-piece chicken for 25 pesos. You can have three pieces of fried lumpia for 10 pesos. That's not all. Buying six pieces of chicken costs only 99 pesos. How to get to Chicken Tsunami  Chicken Tsunami is behind Victoria Plaza and is just outside the Park n' Shop exit (Park n' Shop is Victoria Plaza's grocery store). Be prepared for long lines and crowded spaces as Chicken Tsunami tends to be crowded especially on lunch hours. The place is also very small for a restaurant. You can order food for take-out if you dislike crowds.

Kalinga
Chico River is located in Kalinga, Mountain Province, Philippines.  Mountain tops and sides provide a panoramic view of the winding Chico River meandering through ricefields, rocks, and sand as well as a good vantage point to the humble dwellings of the villagers. Source:Travelmart.net

Pangasinan
Children`s Island is located in Hundred Islands National Park, Pangasinan, Philippines.  It`s an island famed for its features ideal for family get-togethers, especially with children. Its waters near the beach are shallow enough for little kids to practice their budding swimming skills.Adults will have to swim a little further to stretch their limbs. With wooden cottages (with beddings), floating picnic shed, restrooms, tent rentals, camping, cooking and dining areas and amenities like linens and lighting – it`s indeed an oasis for single, family and big group vacationers. Panoramic views also await you as you snake around the island’s walkways and rock ladders leading to higher ground. Source:Hundredislands.ph  While on Children's Island, you may want to check out The Hundred Islands Resort Hotel.