Curve and Wave
Posted on March 15, 2007 - Filed Under Landmarks | Leave a Comment
One of the most beautiful buildings that i have ever seen in Metro Manila. This twin buildings are located at the Fort Bonifacio global City, Taguig Philippines. The building actually looks more wonderful at night when it is illuminated.
Read More..>>Cebuana Goddess
Posted on March 14, 2007 - Filed Under Heritage Watch | Leave a Comment
The photo above shows the details from the VisionTheater in Cebu City. The details showing the beauty of its Neoclassical design. The theater started to operate in the 1920’s. The theater is actually located in one of the country’s most historic street: Colon. The long stretch of Colon is also known as the country’s oldest [...]
Read More..>>Mandaue Mactan Bridge
Posted on March 13, 2007 - Filed Under Landmarks | Leave a Comment
The Mandaue-Mactan Bridge, connects mainland Cebu to the island of Mactan. This bridge plays a vital role in the lives of every Cebuano and travellers of the province. One must pass through this bridge or through the Marcelo Fernan bridge when going to the Cebu International Airport, which is located in the island of Mactan. [...]
Read More..>>San Jose Church
Posted on March 12, 2007 - Filed Under Churches | Leave a Comment
The parish of San Jose in Iloilo City, houses the replica of the Santo Niño that was brought from Cebu City. When this image was brought to Iloilo, the Ilonggo people started to celebrate a festivity somewhat similiar to the Ati-atihan festival of Kalibo. People were dancing around the churchyard to the non-stop beating of [...]
Read More..>>La Iglesia de San Agustin, Manila
Posted on March 11, 2007 - Filed Under Churches, Heritage Watch | 4 Comments
I know this is not my first time to post about the San Agustin Church. And I have been itching to go back to this UNESCO World Heritage Site but my work schedule keeps me from visiting it.
This photo was taken last June 24, 2006. The photo shows the detailed artwork on the ceiling [...]
Patadyong: Ilonggo fashion at its finest
Posted on March 10, 2007 - Filed Under Heritage Watch | Leave a Comment
The Ilocanos of Vigan and Laoag have Abel Iloko. The province of Laguna is known for the jusi and pina fabrics. In Zamboaga, the Yakan fabrics are the best. While Iloilo is known for its patadyong.
Read More..>>Bacolod City Bandstand
Posted on March 8, 2007 - Filed Under Landmarks | Leave a Comment
I am not sure if all Bacoleños know the name of this landmark. I bet many would just refer this place as the city plaza. This is the Bacolod City Bandstand.
Read More..>>Please save our walls!
Posted on March 7, 2007 - Filed Under Heritage Watch | Leave a Comment
I have known about this story first from fellow travel blogger Ivan Henares. With all the insensitivities and callousness of our government officials, I wasn’t surprised at this. I was freaking mad.
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