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Chinese Bell Church You may have been to Dumaguete for a couple of times, but if you are like most people that visited, you probably missed one of the hidden gems of Dumaguete. Unlike visiting tourist sites, the Bell Church is populated only to those who are lucky enough to find it. A colorful landmark just over the southern tip of Rizal Boulevard. Along the main road stretching along the cit…
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5 of My Favorite Restaurants in Dumaguete: Your visit in Dumaguete would not be complete if you won’t dine out in the city’s several well known restaurants. The price range depends on the kind of establishment and the services offered. I am a resident here in Dumaguete for almost 22 years and in my  entire stay here, I have tried and frequented several restaurants. Based on my experience, I can…
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Posted on June 9, 2015 by Angeli Aves Dancel Quezon Park Another tourist attraction that you should not miss in Dumaguete is Quezon Park. Getting there is easy. You just tell the driver to drop you off at Quezon Park or you tell the driver to bring you to the Bell Tower or Cathedral because some folks don’t know the park’s name. This park is about 1.5 hectares. This park is the best place to…
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Posted on June 7, 2015 by Angeli Aves Dancel Ninoy Aquino Freedom Park   A visit to Dumaguete City is not complete without a stop by “Freedom Park”, officially named Ninoy Aquino Freedom Park in honor of the well-known politician who was assassinated in 1983. Just one ride from the Domestic Airport, taking about 10 minutes, you can already reach the park. Ninoy Aquino Freedom Park is…
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Posted on June 4, 2015 by Kimmy Pagarigan A commanding historical structure built in the year 1811, the Dumaguete Bell Tower is the oldest known Belfry in the province. Standing next to the majestic St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, the tower is above the nearby buildings like a deacon. Its purpose was to inform local citizens of daily mass schedules. It also served as a watchtower for fort…
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Posted on June 4, 2015 by Angeli Aves Dancel   The boulevard’s stretch is immediately visible when coming into the Dumaguete port via any sea vessel. From the white lamp posts lining up the stretch to the stately trees swaying with the sea breeze, Rizal Boulevard holds a big part in the city’s provincial charm and has become a very popular landmark. From the airport, Rizal Boulev…
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This article has been archived. For the updated page please click here. Rizal Boulevard in Dumaguete City was named after the great Philippine National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, marking it as one of the historical sites found in the city. It has been said that he had made a brief visit and took a stroll here before departing to the neighboring island of Dapitan, Dipolog City where he was exiled for f…
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This page has been archived. To see the updated article please click here. A commanding historical structure built in the year 1811, the Dumaguete Belfry is the oldest known Belfry in the province. Standing next to the majestic St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, it still towers above the nearby buildings like a deacon that it once was. The Dumaguete Belfry In the year 1811 when Dumaguete was…
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