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Rizal is one of the provinces in Region IV-A (CALABARZON). It is a part of the Greater Manila Area and one of the largest provinces in the Philippines. Its borders are Bulacan on the north, … Read more

Occidental Mindoro occupies the western half of Mindoro Island. It consists of 11 municipalities. The capital of this province is Mamburao, while its largest municipality is San Jose. Its borders are Batangas on the north, … Read more

Oriental Mindoro is known as the emerging eco-tourism destination in the Philippines. Geographically, the eastern part of the province is composed of hills and flood plains, while the western part is rugged or mountainous. It … Read more

Cavite is one of the provinces in the CALABARZON region. Its official (de jure) capital is Imus, while the de facto capital is Trece Martires. Some historical sites in the province include Aguinaldo Shrine, Fort … Read more

Quezon Province is named after Manuel L. Quezon, the second president of the Philippines. Its first name was Kalilayan when it was created in 1591; then, it was changed to Tayabas during the 18th century. … Read more

Tarlac is known as the “Melting Pot of Central Luzon.” It is one of the multi-cultural provinces as it consists of different ethnic groups, such as Tagalogs, Ilocanos, Pangasinans, and Kapampangans. This province is also … Read more

Nueva Ecija is situated in the eastern part of Central Luzon. It is known as the “Rice Granary of the Philippines,” and its primary industry is in the agriculture sector. There are various festivals celebrated … Read more

Nueva Vizcaya, a landlocked province in the Cagayan Valley region, showcases unique culture and beautiful sceneries. It is also known as Watershed Haven and Agro-Forestry of Cagayan Valley and Citrus Capital of the Philippines. Farming, … Read more

Quirino is one of the provinces in Region 2 and is known as the Forest Heartland of Cagayan Valley. The name of this landlocked province is inspired by the name of the sixth President of … Read more

Cagayan is in the northeastern part of Luzon. It is also called the “Land of Smile and Beauty.” According to the legends, the name of this place comes from the word “tagay,” a plant that … Read more