Daruanak Island: Pasacao's Pride

You'll see Daruanak along the way One of the mode of transportation in getting Daruanak from Balogo Most Bicolanos, especially those who live in the nearby towns aside from its capital, Naga City when asked about Daruanak would agree that this island is one of the best place to visit in Camarines Sur. Located in Balogo, Pasacao, it's a 10 minute drive from the town proper...

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Naga City: Penafrancia Festival

One of the participants of the parade showing her skill   The feast of Penafrancia in Naga  started with a whole day parade prominent in the main streets of the city. Most of the hotels could no longer accommodate guests, and as the price has gone up since its festivity, the rooms are still taken by the arriving tourists. The Bicolanos love fiesta as shown how proactive...

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To Naga City via Bicol Express Train

The Philippine National Railway (PNR) had its soft opening for Bicol Express train two months ago.  After the operation was revived, the maiden voyage failed to reach its destination on time, as the train was derailed while on its way to Naga City, Camarines Sur. This lets my plan to visit Naga City by train being disrupted and causing me to postpone my trip, for riding a...

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Exploring Quiapo

Quiapo is a merging Filipino religiosity and commerce. An "Old Downtown" where culture of devotion and traditions are well preserved throughout the decades. It is the home of the Quiapo Church where the Feast of Nazarene is held annually. In the heart of Quiapo was also the Plaza Miranda, a site of political rallies and "miting de avances". As an alternative place to...

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