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Daet
Mampurog River is located at  Mercedes, Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines.  The most popular river resort in the province because of its crystal-clear water, long-span hanging bridge and with lush foliage inherent in the place. Best of all the place is well visited because of its proximity in the capital town of Daet.  Source:VisitMyPhilippines.com

Manabo
Manabo Irrigation Project is located in Manabo, Abra, Philippines.  It is a project jointly undertaken by the Miserdor, an association of German Catholics, the Bavarian Ministry of Agriculture, and the people of Manabo. With its Roman-inspired aqueducts, spacious swimming pool, and one-kilometer tunnel, the place is ideal for educational trips. Source:Flyphilippines.com.ph

San Vicente (CN)
All noted scenic spots of the province cannot equal or surpass the Mananap Falls of San Vicente. Its distinctive beauty, its cascading crystal and its breathtaking panoramic view can hold spellbound tourist enthusiasts. It is approximately 2,000 feet above sea level.  Source:Camarinesnorte.gov.ph  

Kidapawan
The Mandarangan Geological Site is an educational tourism site within the Mount Apo Natural Park known to the locals as gamay nga bulkan (little volcano). Source:RDC XII Official Website 

Banga
Manduyog Hill is where the an annual pilgrimage of Manduyog is conducted on Good Fridays(Catholic Holy Week) visiting the 14 Stations of the Cross  praying the rosary and placing candles at each stop while climbing towards the peak where a large(approx. 40m) and sometimes lighted Cross is located and is visible from due north to Kalibo and the sea beyond. The hill is named after the A valiant datu that ruled Aklan. The hill then served as a watch tower to warn the natives against invading Moro pirates. Source: Wikipedia   

Kabayan
Manenchen is located in Kabayan, Benguet, Philippines.  The site of the massacre of Eddet residents by the Japanese Imperial Army during the WW II.  Source:Benguet.gov.ph

Carmen (Cebu Province)
Mangitngit Falls is a popular landmark in Carmen. A visit to Carmen is not complete without a visit to Mangitngit Falls and its free-flowing waters. The falls is a favorite destination for those looking for a short dip in the freshwater and picnickers. Source:Cebu Province Official Website 

Boracay Island
The Island of Maniguin located south of Boracay, known to locals as Maningning, the island is also called Hammerhead Island.  The trip takes 2 to 3 hours from Boracay on a speedboat. Because of its deep waters, the place is regularly visited by large pelagic species of jacks, tuna, napoleon wrasse, turtles, barracudas, and of course, hammerhead sharks.  The place is perfect for snorkeling. If you're lucky, you might even see dolphins.  Source:Boracay Nation

Manila
Considered the finest harbor in the Far East, where the famous "Mock Battle" occured. This was the battle between the Americans and the Spaniards in 1898.Many historians believed that the Manila-Acapulco Galleon Trade between Philippines and Mexico thrived principally because of the strategic location of Manila Bay. The Galleon Trade lasted for 244 years.Source:Flyphilippines.info

Manila
Plaza Roma, Intramuros, Manila (across Palacio del Gobernador) The seat of the Catholic Archdiocese of Manila, is presently the 6th cathedral to rise on the site since 1581. Previous structures were destroyed by typhoons, earthquakes, fire and the last war. Rebuilt on the second half of the 50's through the efforts of architect Fernando Ocampo and Archbishop Rufino J. Santos. The cathedral incorporated the stone carvings and rosette windows of the old cathedral. Stained glass windows celebrating the Christianization of the Philippines light up with its clerestory. Mosaic artwork decorate three of its side chapels.  How to get thereFrom Mabini and Pedro Gil Sts., ahil a PUJ bound for the pier and get off at Bonifacio Drive Intersection. the Manila Cathedral is a 10-minute walk going towards Aduana St. As an alternative route, take any pier-bound jeepney in Quezon City and get off at Aduana Street. Source:Flyphilippines.info