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Manila
The Chinatown which is located along the northern bank of the historic Pasig river symbolizes the long history of the presence of Chinese people in the Philippines; long antedating the arrival of the Spaniards. The Chinese had been much involved in business, especially the retail trade and have been absorbed into the Philippine lifestyle.How to get to ChinatownFrom Taft Avenue or Ma. Orosa St., hail a PUJ going to "Divisoria." Get off at the "Arch of Goodwill," which is the main gateway to Chinatown.Source:flyphilippines.info

Manila
The Chinese Cemetery in Manila highlights the belief and practices of the Chinese community that believes in ancestor worship. The tradition amongst them is that if the funeral rites are not done properly might lead to bad charms from the dead family member. On the other hand the spirits can act as guardians if they receive sacrifices in other words the fear of the deceased family member invokes ancestor worship.The Manila's Chinese Cemetery is nothing but a town of the dead that has streets, houses and many with furniture, hot running water and air conditioners. Every Sunday and on All saints Day (November 1) the Chinese come to honor the dead and is a time for lavish feasts and games where the dead is acknowledged.In the Chinese Cemetery of Manila one can locate extravagant mausoleums that are found in the Millionaire's Row and the Little Beverly Hills. Some of the mausoleums might have a cost of more than half a million dollars as a result they needed to be guarded round the clock. On the other hand the exterior wall contains grave- niches or the drawer tombs whose families were not wealthy.The Chinese cemetery in Manila is impressive and is situated 5 km from the center of Manila. The Manila Chinese Cemetery was founded by the Lim Ong and Tan Quien Sien around 1850. It was founded as a site for those whose last remains could not be brought to the Chinese mainland. On the other hand the Catholic Church also refused to accommodate the dead, as they were not Christians.The Chinese Cemetery in Manila with its splendid shrines is well connected and one could take a taxi or a Light Rail Transit. One can enter through the southern gate and can engage the caretaker as a guide. Source:Asiarooms.com

Carmen
Carmen, Bohol Chocolate Hills Complex in Carmen is 55 km from Tagbilaran City and the most famous tourist attraction of Bohol. There are thousand cone-shaped hills spreading out on a natural open plateau, looking like mystic mounds.They look like chocolate kisses during summer when the grasses, that cover the hills, turn into brown.The biggest hill has been developed into a resort with accommodations, restaurant and gift shop. 213 steps lead to the top where an observation deck is built and the view there is simply wonderful. How to get to Chocolate Hills ComplexPlenty of tourist guides and tour operators will be happy to bring you to the chocolate hills, either as a separate trip or as part of a day tour. However, if you want to go here on your own, from Tagbilaran, you will have to go the integrated bus terminal in Dao and catch a bus going to Carmen. If you look like a stranger, you will have a hard time not finding one. At the entrance of the bus terminal people will point you to the right bus. Make sure it is the first one to leave, and ask the driver to drop you off at the Chocolate Hills complex, about 4 kilometers before the town of Carmen. From there it is a 10 minute walk along a road winding up to the complex. To get back to Tagbilaran, you will have to walk back to the main road, and wait for a bus to pass by. The last bus from Carmen to Tagbilaran leaves at four P.M. Alternatively, you can use the services of the motorcyclists who often wait here for tourist, and ride 'habal-habal,' or motorbike taxi. If you're coming from Tubigon (arriving from Cebu by boat), a few buses go to Carmen daily, but sometimes you'll have to wait for some time for the bus to fill up. When you arrive in Carmen, you can catch the next bus or jeepney in the direction of Bilar, Loay or Tagbilaran, or ask a 'habal-habal' driver to bring you to the Chocolate Hills Complex.  Source:Bohol Philippines

Sibunag
Christelle's Farm is a citrus haven. The farm grows a variety of citrus fruits such as calamansi, pomelo, and oranges. A large portion of the farm is planted with calamansi, the farms major product. The farm also has coconut trees, rambutan, chico, and guava.  Christelle's Farm is in Barangay Oracon, Sibunag, Guimaras. It's best to visit the farm from October to December.  More about Christelle's Farm. 

Abucay
Church of Abucay is located in Abucay, Bataan, Philippines.  The spiritual ministration of Abucay was entrusted to the Dominicans in 1588. A fierce battle between the Dutch invaders and the Pampango defenders was fought in this court on June 23, 1647. Nearly two hundred Pampangos were put to death, and forty others, together with Spanish Alcalde mayor and two Dominican priests were taken prisoners to Batavia. The present church was badly damaged by the earthquake of 16 September 1852. One of the earliest printing press in the Philippines was operated in this town, where as early as 1610, Rev. Francisco Blancas de San Jose, O.P, and Don Tomas Pinpin printed several books in Spanish and Tagalog.  Source:Bataan.islandsphilippines.com

Orani
Church of Orani is located in Orani, Bataan, Philippines. Orani became an independent missionary center in 1714. The church and convent of Orani, repaired in 1792 and 1836, were badly damaged by the earthquake of September 16, 1852. They were built and improved under the supervision of the Rev. Bartolome Alvarez del Manzano, O.P. in 1891. They were destroyed by fire on March 16, 1938 which razed about three fourths of Orani including the town hall, the Tercena, former Bataan High School and later Orani Elementary School building. The church was reconstructed in September 1938. Source:Bataan.islandsphilippines.com   

Orion
Church of Orion is located in Orion, Bataan, Philippines.  The spiritual ministration of Orion belonged formerly to Abucay. Orion became an independent missionary center in 1667. Its first minister was Rev. Domingo Perez. The church and the convent were badly damaged by the earthquake of September in 1856, and were repaired in 1854. The Rev. Ulpiano Herrero constructed the beautiful sacristy and marble altars. In this town Cayetano Arellano, eminent Filipino jurist and statesman and first Filipino chief Justice of the Supreme Court was born on March 2, 1847. Francisco Baltazar (Balagtas), author of Florante at Laura, lived in this town from July 22, 1842 to Feb. 20, 1862. Source:Bataan.islandsphilippines.com

Batangas
The Church of Our Lady of Caysasay is located in Taal, Batangas, Philippines. Travelers flock to the Church of Our Lady of Caysasay, as it is known to hold some of the oldest and important religious relics of the Spanish colonial period.   Source: PhiltravelCenter.com

Plaridel
Church of Quingua is located in Plaridel, Bulacan, Philippines. The first church built in this old town by the Augustinian mission from 1580-1595. It was transferred to the town proper in 1605. The church was improved in 1722. The first Filipino parish priest Rev. P. Victorino Lopez joined the revolutionary movement as a leader under the command of Kapitan Jose Serapio. The convent was made the American headquarters in 1898. Source:Wowphilippines.com.ph

Ginatilan
The Church of Saint Gregory the Great in Ginatilan is an old church that was built even before the establishment of Ginatilan as a town. It is famous because of its longevity. The church stills stands firmly at Ginatilan's town center. Source:Cebu Province Official WebsiteWikipedya