Naga City is famous in terms of
religious fluvial procession that usually starts and ends to a church. Speaking of which, did you know that Bicol region also has their own historical
and heritage churches? Let’s start with the San Francisco Church in Naga City.
I wasn’t able to touch or enter this old structure because we literally passed by this church. Good thing that
my shutter was quick and was able to capture this gorgeous church. I did a
research online and found out that this church was erected in 1578. Same as
with the other old church in the Philippines, it was made up of bamboo, wood
then reconstructed into a brick in 17th century. The structure that we are
seeing today was constructed in 1957, after the Second World War. Historically speaking, the
church’s parish served as the interrogration and persecution site during the
Spanish colonization in the Philippines.
Waiting for the Supermoon

Thanks for the Greetings and Support
November
7, 2015, same day as today, I celebrated my birthday on the summit of the
highest mountain in the Philippines – Mount Apo. It was the most unforgettable adventure
in my twenty something years of
existence. I am still aiming for more! More travel for the next few
years. Sa lahat ng mga bumati ngayong araw ng aking kapanganak, sa aking
pamilya, sa aking mga kaibigan, sa mga taong walang humpay ang pagsuporta –
MARAMING SALAMAT PO! Pipilitin kong magampanan ang mga tungkuling nakaatang sa
aking mga balikat para sa ikauunlad ng ating sambayanan.
Digging the History of Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery
Today, I can feel the Halloween season; at the office we're already preparing for an amazing costume party with the touch of Disney characters and while searching for a stunning outfit, I encountered a photo of the oldest cemeteries in the Philippines - the reason why I am now posting these photos taken at Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery, in 2014.
On the Summit of Mount Apo | Day 3
It was the longest night I ever had. When I woke up at around 1AM I did not fall asleep for some reason. The wind was strong and as it penetrates inside the tent and hits my skin, it was like a knife that cuts and makes a wound because of its temperature and we were also bothered by the bad weather that might affect our ascend to the summit.
Mt. Apo and the Sulfur Vents
This photo was captured at Mount Apo's sulfur vents. This spot is stunningly gorgeous because of the huge white boulders and the patches of yellow sulfur on the surface. Mt. Apo is one of mountains in the Philippines with such kind of feature. More photos? Click here.
Mt. Apo and the Wealth on the Trail
If you’re into hiking and
mountaineering, Mount Apo must be part of your bucket list. Apo is the tallest
mountain in the Philippines lying on few provinces in Mindanao.This photo was captured on November 6, 2015 during our three day Mt. Apo expedition. On the background is a wide carrot plantation with a thick fog formation. More photos? Click here.
Street Style Originals Promotes the Philippines
Aside from mountains, historical
and heritage sites are also part of my blog post. I believe that we can’t reach
our stage today without the richness of the past. This modern generation, it’s
hard to promote history and how we can preserve them; but simple things can
make a difference. When I saw Supremo cap online, distributed by Street Style
Originals, I was thinking that it can create a huge impact to the youth.
Oh My Vans!
My original plan was to buy a
pair of Merrell sneakers but due to unavailability of the item at Robinson's
Metro East department store , I chose Vans classic shoes. Looks great right?
Ready to Drink Cocktails in a Pouch
The new style of drinking a cocktail |
At the supermarket, I was walking
by the Liquor section when something got my attention - it’s GAZ Ready to Drink
Cocktails in a pouch, it’s like Zesto juice drink. It’s a mix of Apple, Honey
dew, melon and Vodka; 14 Proof and 7% Alcohol by Volume. I'm curious about it so I purchased one. The taste is really good and it's like
the real cocktails that you order in the bar.
81 Provinces ng Pilipinas Muna Bago Pag-aasawa
Photo taken on boulders of Mt. Apo |
Tumawag ako sa aking Minamahal na
Nanay na kasalukuyang nasa Romblon. Napag-usapan namin ang iba’t-ibang mga
bagay tungkol sa aming pamilya ngunit bago matapos ang aming usapan at
mag-goodbye, isang tanong ang kanyang nabitawan para sa akin: “kailan ka mag-aasawa? Dapat mag-asawa kana!”
Pagkarinig ko sa kanyang tanong, agad akong natahimik at napa-isip, “oo nga naman, malapit na akong lumagpas sa
numero ng isang buwan sa kalendaryo, dapat mag-isip na ako to settle.”
Change The Way You See Happiness
Most of the
parents taught their children to study well to get a brighter future, agree? To
make them happy, I studied well resulting to excellent grades. The time I
accepted my diploma and medals, I witnessed how my parents became emotional on
stage. May Mom was smiling but there are tears on her eyes. I don’t have
children yet but I know that for parent’s perspective, seeing their children on
a graduation is such a rewarding moment that gives them real happiness.
Photobomer sa Likod ng Quezon City Circle
Habang naglalakad sa Quezon City Circle kahapon, sa unang pagkakataon nakita ko ang napakagandang arkitektura ng bantayog sa parkeng ito, ngunit nalungkot ako sa aking nakita. Kung natatandaan natin, naging isang malaking issue ang pag develop ng isang higanteng gusali na tinawag pang dakilang photobomber sa likod ng bantayog ni Rizal sa Luneta Park. Ang larawan sa itaas ang magpapatunay na hindi lang pala ang Luneta Park ang may ganitong suliranin gayudin ang promenenteng bantayog ng Siyudad ng Quezon.
Change The Way You See Beauty
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photo taken 3 years ago |
The
Philippines is colonized by different countries, having said that, most of us
would think that the definition of beauty is showcasing a pointed nose,
gorgeous smile, tantalizing eyes, amazing cheek bone, fair complexion, wide shoulder, has vital
statistics of 36-24-36, and at least five feet and seven inches tall. If you’re
aiming for a Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss International, Bb. Pilipinas and
other modelling titles then you need those qualities. But remember, beauty never ends with those titles!
Mt. Pico de Loro and the Parrot's Peak
Mount Pico de Loro is also known as Mount Palay-palay; its name was given by the Spanish sea-fairer because it resembles the
appearance of a ‘parrot’s beak’ from afar. This mountain bears a lot in terms of natural beauty and
richness. While on the trail, I saw different flora and fauna; from the
colorful ornamental plants to hard trees. I also heard birds singing
lullaby while I was walking in emo.
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Buchiron | A Must Try Deli in Bulacan
It’s very seldom that I feature
and include foods here on my blog; very obvious and self explanatory – SIRANG
LENTE referring to a camera lens, this blog showcases gorgeous and amazing
photos captured everywhere. But one
thing that I consider is: “why not capture the moments while eating, isn’t it
gorgeous? Seeing people loving and enjoying while eating is such a remarkable
moment.” This is my second post for food; first one was the Best Lechon Kawali
in Cainta, Rizal.
Antarctic Expedition | A Filipino Dream
I was walking in the mall when I passed
by a book sale shop. As always, I would go inside and look for something to
read and buy. Reading is another thing that I practice as it nourishes my brain
cells and makes me intelligent, especially writing articles for my travels. I’ve
been looking for something that interests me; I am not into reading novel. What
I want is about authors experience from an adventure and I found one.
Sun Broadband | The Reason why I am Leaving
I am a Globe Telecom user since
then, but I transferred to Sun Cellular for their cheapest Sun Broadband deal because
I need an internet connection for social media, blogging and research works. Did
my own research and I even went to Sun shop in Robinsons Metro East and tested their
signal strength. It’s not the best but it’s also not fair, to make my story
short – I signed up for their mobile Sun broadband.
Bakun Trio: Mt. Lobo and its Misty Summit
For our Bakun Trio, our first destination was Mt. Lobo, others call it Lubo but its local name is Patullok
which means “pointed.” The trail is easy to moderate passing on the road and by
the resident’s houses. Majority of the trails are well established and very open
to the sun’s UV rays. Its terrain is composed of virgin forest, farmlands, and
woodlands. Photos below were taken while I was walking on the trail.
I Fell in Love with Tekip Falls
Tekip Falls is just one of the
amazing waterfalls in Bakun, Benguet. It’s a 75-80 feet waterfalls situated in
one of the hidden sides of Bakun ranges. It’s a 30-45 minutes’ walk from the
old municipal hall, passing on the pilapil.
Tekip has crystal clear, cold and fresh waters free flowing from different
parts of the mountains. Its water pressure is also perfect for the soared
muscles.
The Amazing Race Asia | Casting Call
Sony
Pictures Television (SPT) Networks, Asia brings back The Amazing Race Asia for
a fifth season. Hosted by Allan Wu, the Amazing Race Asia Season 5 is looking
for couples or pairs (with pre-existing relationships) who are ready to face
different challenges as they race around the world.
Pinoy Big Brother | I Finally Got the Sticker
PBB House (photo above) or Bahay
ni Kuya is one of the famous houses in the Philippines. I was in 2nd
year college when met and saw Nene Tamayo in person, after winning the very
first PBB title; she was raised in Sta. Fe and I came from Odiongan, both municipalities
in Romblon. Seeing a Romblomanon on national TV, for the first time, is such an
honor and I want to be the next one.
Reasons to Visit Romblon
It’s
been 9 years when I left my home town, Odiongan, Romblon. It a year or two
before I can go back due to workload. Of course, there’s no other place like
home, right? Sharing a short Romblon travel guide and itinerary.
Bulacan Provincial Capitol
This is the place where the government institutions/offices
can be found. It is also the place where you can find the office of the
most powerful man in the government of the province of Bulacan. It is also where the compound of the leading university in the province. Look at this statue in
Bulacan Capitol Compound, looks amazing and the design? Look at the that.
Live with the King
I am just new in blogging world, but I know what I need to sustain this tough job. Maintaining this travel blog is not easy as eating peanuts, because promoting the beautiful places across the country needs a new generation technology with superb camera quality, fast and latest processor, stunningly clear screen, battery that can last longer than the other brands, universal ports for media transfer, and has a sleek and gorgeous design. Let's proceed to the 5 Best Features of Huawei Nexus 6P:
Miss Philippines Earth Romblon 2016
I found love with nature and I found happiness with beauty pageants, combining these two and it's Miss Earth. Meeting Kattline Joy Eranes, from Looc, Romblon, the reigning Miss Philippines Earth Romblon 2016 and Jun Cortez Fradejas, owner of RCF Productions was an unexpected, after seven years. Initially, it was a long chit chat and in the end, I was invited to join them for a shoot For a Cause. Photos below will describe Kattline's advocacy in the society. By the way, Kattline is now one of the Official candidates of Miss Philippines Earth 2016.
Kanidugan Festival 2016 | Romblon
Kanidugan Festival (Coconut Festival derived from a word “Nidog” or Niyog in Filipino or Coconut in
English) it’s an annual festival celebrated in the month of April,
foundation day of Odiongan and to honour Saint Vincent Ferrer (the patron saint
of Odiongan, Romblon.) Photos below were taken during the parade and ground demonstration in OSCES open ground.
Aeta | Tribes in the Philippines
Aeta Tribes are the indigenous
people spread in the mountainous areas of
Luzon, Philippines. According to
Wikipedia.com: "These people are considered to be Negritos, whose skin ranges from dark to very dark
brown, and possessing features such as a
small stature and frame; hair of a curly
to kinky texture and a higher frequency of naturally lighter color (blondism) relative to the
general population; small nose; and dark
brown eyes. They are thought to be among
the earliest inhabitants of the Philippines, preceding the Austronesian migrations.
Mission | To Be the Best Travel Blogger
Boracay Island |
I am not a pro in photography, my
memory is not enough for the wide history, and I don’t have money to travel around the
world. But, I will do everything to learn and to be one of the best travel
bloggers in the world. I learned a lot when I was still
developing TravellingCup, my very first travel blog published on the web. This
knowledge will be used for developing Sirang Lente to provide to the readers
everything about travel, as a relaxation. I will not stop learning, because I
do believe that learning is constant.
The Venice | Fort Bonifacio, Global City
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The Venice in McKinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio, Global City, Taguig |
The Venice (photo above) I saw a friend posting a photo, in facebook, that is so familiar. Out of my curiosity, I asked my friend if where was that photo taken. And she told me the details. I told my travel buddies about this place but I was sad, they already knew it. Without any plan, we visited The Venice and here's what we found:
Best Lechon Kawali | Cainta
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Best Lechon Kawali |
Eating pork is not a priority for
me, due to health and religious purposes; I still prefer fish, chicken and beef
deli. But almost a year ago, I and my friends discovered a restaurant at the
back side of a wet market in Cainta, Rizal, who serves lechon kawali that we can’t resist.
As in, we’re here daily!
What to Visit in Ilocos
Tourist Spots and Destinations in Ilocos Sur and Norte:
Since I am an avid fan of the Marcos'es, traveling to their hometown, Ilocos, is one of my bucket list. This province has everything to offer, from its history, politics, and tourist attractions. What to visit and what to do? Check our photos below:
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