Zamboanga City Travel Guide – Things to Do, Tips & Itinerary

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Overview of Zamboanga City

"The Latin City of Asia" was given to Zamboanga City because of its language, called "chavacano," similar to Spanish. The city is situated on the Southern side of the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Northern side of Basilan. Aside from their language, the city is also prominent with its "vinta," a colorful and stunning sailboat or watercraft that is usually used by the locals. Using Google Maps, had a walking tour of their top tourist spots and destinations.

The Ruins, Bacolod

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• About
• The Architecture
• How to Get Here
• Entrance Fee and Opening Hours
• Things to Do at The Ruins
• The Ruins Photos
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About The Ruins

The Ruins is located in Talisay City, and it was the largest residential mansion built then. This mansion belongs to sugar baron Don Mariano “Anoy” Ledesma Lacson (1865-1948). Built after the death of his wife Maria Braga (1911), and served as the residence of their unmarried children. But, in the early part of World War II, USAFEE and then guerrilla fighters built this mansion to prevent the Japanese forces from making this structure their headquarters. It was burning for three days, leaving no traces of its glorious past, but still, the effort of the workers paid off because its gorgeous ruins are still standing and part of our today.

Mt. Mantalingahan: The Highest and Most Sacred Peak in Palawan

Mt. Mantalingahan measures 2,086 MASL and is located in Rizal, Palawan. It is a mountain that is a bit challenging, but you will be rewarded with amazing views from the summit, cool weather, and a remarkable experience. Others call it Mt. Mantalingajan, or Mt. Mantalingahan Protected Landscape. Traveling to its jump-off is more than 4 hours of land travel from Puerto Princesa City, and it's situated in a secluded municipality. Having said that, its beauty remains hidden from many hikers. Thus, its richness is well preserved.

Molo Church

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⛪ About Molo Church

Molo Church, officially known as the St. Anne Parish Church, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Iloilo City. Famous for its Gothic-inspired architecture and statues of female saints, it has earned the nickname the “Feminist Church” — the only church in the Philippines featuring all-women saints on its aisles.

Jaro Cathedral

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⛪ About Jaro Cathedral

The Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral, officially known as the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Candles, is one of the most iconic religious landmarks in the Visayas. Located in Jaro District, Iloilo City, this grand cathedral is a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the Our Lady of the Candles, the patroness of Western Visayas.

Sulu Museum

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🏛️ About Sulu Museum

The Sulu Museum in Jolo, Sulu stands as a cultural beacon of the Tausug people and the rich history of the Sultanate of Sulu. This museum serves as a guardian of heritage, displaying ancient artifacts, royal relics, and traditional crafts that narrate the story of Sulu’s proud past and resilient culture.

Bangui Windmills

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About

The Bangui Windmills is a place that converts wind energy into electrical energy, yet it is one of the top tourist attractions in Ilocos Norte. This wind farm has 20 units of 70-meter-high wind turbines, stretching along the 99-kilometer shoreline of Bangui Bay and facing the West Philippine Sea, and each of the turbines is 326 meters apart. Read my Ilocos Norte Travel Guide to know how to get here and a list of the nearby tourist spots.

Kapurpurawan Rock Formation

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🌊 About Kapurpurawan Rock Formation

Perched along the rugged coastline of Burgos, Ilocos Norte, the Kapurpurawan Rock Formation is one of the most iconic natural wonders of northern Luzon. Its name comes from the Ilocano word “puraw”, which means white — perfectly describing the dazzling color of its smooth, creamy limestone sculpted by wind and sea over centuries.

Guimbal Church

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⛪ About Guimbal Church

The Guimbal Church, officially known as the Parish of St. Nicholas of Tolentino, is one of the most stunning and historically significant churches in the province of Iloilo. Built in the 18th century, this centuries-old structure is renowned for its distinct yellow coral-stone façade and remarkable Spanish colonial architecture.

Paco Park, Manila

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• About Paco Park
• How to Get Here
• History

About Paco Park

The Paco Park, originally known as the Cementerio General de Dilao, is a recreational garden area and served as Manila's municipal cemetery during the Spanish colonial period. This structure was built in the 18th century and was completed in 1822. Its original design was to be a municipal cemetery for the influential and aristocratic Spanish families living in Manila and Intramuros, but it also served as a peaceful dwelling place for those victims of the cholera epidemic.