Mt. Pinatubo
Posted by Lakwatsero in Destinations, Luzon on 11. May, 2009 | 8 Comments
In 1991, a dormant volcano north of Manila discharged millions of tons of sulfur dioxide in the air when it was awaken after more than 600 years of nap, on what is considered as the largest and most catastrophic volcanic eruption in the recent years. Ashes covered the entire Luzon landmass and even reached Vietnam, [...]
Jomalig Island
Posted by Lakwatsero in Destinations, Luzon on 16. Apr, 2009 | 113 Comments
On the easternmost part of Polilio Group is an unknown and unspoiled paradise of Jomalig, an island municipality of Quezon Province. Jomalig (pronounced as humalig) is a sixth class municipality, consisting of five barangays and with a population of 6,111 based on 2007 census. The locals, “Jomaligins”, being so kind, are the pride of the [...]
Calaguas Islands
Posted by Lakwatsero in Destinations, Luzon on 21. Mar, 2009 | 99 Comments
On the northernmost part of Bicolandia is an unknown paradise that can rival the white sand beach of Boracay and the serenity of Pagudpud, still virgin and unspoiled- the beautiful and enchanting islands of Calaguas. Calaguas is a group of islands in the Pacific under the jurisdiction of the town of Vinzons, Province of Camarines [...]
Bangaan (Ifugao)
Posted by Lakwatsero in Destinations, Luzon on 29. Sep, 2008 | 8 Comments
In the heart of Luzon are the provinces of Cordillera, famous for their unique architectural masterpieces that can be traced back thousand years ago – the Rice Terraces. These are carefully hand carved mountainsides that look like giant steps forming stairways to the sky. The most famous of them are concentrated in the province of [...]
Coron
Posted by Lakwatsero in Destinations, Luzon on 31. Jul, 2008 | 3 Comments
Coron, a second-class municipality in northern Palawan is a paradise blessed with rich marine life, endemic flora and fauna, and magnificent landscape. With its stunning limestone cliffs, pristine white sand beaches, picturesque lagoons and lakes, and wonderful underwater scenery, the place imprints an indelible beauty to everyone who fall to its distinctive charm. It is [...]
