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The Philippines An archipelago of 7,107 islands, the Philippines stretches from the south of China to the northern tip of Borneo. The country has over a hundred ethnic groups and a mixture of foreign influences which have molded a unique Filipino culture.
The Philippines is the third largest English speaking country in the world. It has world-class facilities and services such as excellent accommodations, superb restaurants, modern shopping centers and communication services, efficient Congress and exhibition organizers, and reliable tour operators. The country is divided into three geographical areas: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. It has 15 regions, 77 provinces, and 65 cities. Its capital is Manila.
CALABARZON
(CAVITE, LAGUNA, BATANGAS, RIZAL AND
QUEZON) Angono, in Rizal Province, is the hometown of National Artist Carlos "Botong" Francisco, renowned for epic murals and oil paintings that celebrate country life. Angono is the site of an Artists Village where visitors can witness painting demonstrations by the town's artists. Cavite offers fine beach resorts such as Puerto Azul and Marbella Marina. Its popular attraction is the Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit where Philippine Independence was proclaimed on June 12, 1898. Tagaytay City rises on a ridge overlooking Taal Volcano, a volcano within a lake. Batangas Province, a two-hour drive from Manila, offers excellent diving in Anilao, culture and history in Taal town, and a full-activity resort in Calatagan. Laguna is known for adventure-filled rides down river rapids, pastoral scenes, and hot spring resorts in Los Baņos. The towns of Majayjay, Liliw and Nagcarlan all have beautiful churches and scenery. Quezon is home to coconut plantations and relaxing resorts. Its most celebrated festival is the colorful "Pahiyas" which is held in the towns of Sariaya and Lucban.
Cebu
City The city is the capital of Cebu Province which lies at the center of the Visayan Region, 587 kilometers south of Manila. Its strategic location has made it the focal point of growth and development in southern Philippines. Aside from its historical landmarks, Cebu is also famous for its unspoiled white sand beaches and dive sites.
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Philippines is readily accessible from the travel capitals of the world.
Traveling time to Manila from Hong Kong is 1 hour and 50 minutes; from
Singapore, 3 hours and 10 minutes; Bangkok, 3 hours and 50 minutes; Tokyo, 4
hours and 15 minutes; Sydney, 10 hours and 20 minutes; London, 20 hours and 45
minutes; Paris, 21 hours and 15 minutes; San Francisco, 20 hours and 15 minutes;
Los Angeles, 15 hours and 20 minutes; and New York, 25 hours and 20 minutes.
