Last November, I went to Rizal for the CALABARZON heritage caravan organized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and Philippine Information Agency (PIA). I know this post is way behind schedule, but I still wanted to share my experience here. I got to experience the Higantes Festival for the first time, and I witnessed the works of our national artists in Angono, which is why this town was referred to as the art capital of the Philippines. Despite its small geography and population, it is the only town that has produced and home to two...
Last November, I went to Rizal for the CALABARZON heritage caravan organized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and Philippine Information Agency (PIA). I know this post is way behind schedule, but I still wanted to share my experience here. I got to experience the Higantes Festival for the first time, and I witnessed the works of our national artists in Angono, which is why this town was referred to as the art capital of the Philippines. Despite its small geography and population, it is the only town that has produced and home to two...
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Where to Stay in Rizal: Thunderbird Resorts and Casino
March 3, 2019 in Philippines, Rizal, TravelEscape from the buzz and bustle of the urban city and feel the elegant vibe of the modern, organically-accented suites, all of which offer breathtaking views of Laguna Bay during daytime and of the Manila skyline at night. Located in Binangonan, Rizal, Thunderbird Resorts...
Calabarzon Heritage Caravan
February 3, 2019 in Laguna, Philippines, Quezon, Rizal, TravelThe National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCAA) in partnership with the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) launched a 4-Day Heritage Caravan featuring the Calabarzon region held last November 15-18, 2018. It’s a promotion tour that showcase cultural sites in Calabarzon ranging from historical...
Blanco Family Art Museum
January 9, 2019 in Museums, Philippines, Rizal, TravelBlanco Family Museum is located at 312 Ibañez Street in Angono, Rizal which is known as the Philippines’ Art Capital. The museum accommodates an anthology of paintings by Jose Blanco, his wife, Loring, and their seven children who are artists in their own rights,...
Higantes Festival 2018
November 20, 2018 in Events, Philippines, Rizal, TravelThe Municipality of Angono popularized the “Higantes Festival” as part of its “One Town, One Product” campaign of the Department of Trade and Industry. It eventually got listed in the recognized festivals of the Department of Tourism. The celebration includes a parade of several...
