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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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Because of the very strong influence and governance that the Spaniards left in Negros Oriental, relics and memorabilia of their past regime are scattered about in most towns of the province. One of which is the Spanish Fountain, an ancient waterspout built in the late 1800s which can be found in the peaceful town of Valencia, 9.4 kilometers west of Dumaguete City. Valencia is naturally gifted w…
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Pulangbato Falls is located in the Ocoy Valley in the town of Valencia Negros Oriental. It is aptly named so because of the waterfall’s seemingly red river water which is caused by the presence of natural reddish rocks found in the area. Pula is the native word for red while bato, for rock. Thus, if interpreted, the name would be red rock. Like many other waterfalls, swimming lagoons and pools …
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Mount Talinis is known to be the highest peak in the province of Negros Oriental. Dubbed as Cuernos de Negros or the Horns of Negros, this majestic mountain is one of Negros Oriental’s most visited places. For adventurous people who take on mountain climbing as a serious passion, the trek to Mount Talinis is in fact, a challenging 4 hours of solid hiking to reach the summit where a taste of heaven…
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From its small beginnings, Forest Camp is now a fully operational mountain resort that has gained vast popularity. Located in Valencia Negros Oriental, it is only less than an 30 minute drive from Dumaguete City. Forest Camp Before Forest Camp turned into a household name, it was simply just a private 2.3 hectare property that happened to be situated along the curb of the Banica River in the rem…
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Perched high atop the hilly ranges of Valencia is the historical monument called the Filipino – American – Japanese Amity Shrine(Fil-Am Japanese Shrine). It stands on a sacred battle ground where an encounter during the World War II actually took place. It was built to remember the many lives taken by the vicious war. It was also to provide closure to a sad era and to mark the beginning of peace a…
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Cata-al War Memorabilia Born on February 26, 1924, Porforio Cata-al is now an aging man who survived the grim episodes of World War II. With a peculiar interest in the war that so shaped and changed the lives of many people like him (some unfortunate enough to have lost their loved ones), Porforio began his collection a little at a time until it became vast enough to fill his home which he now fo…
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One of Valencia’s treasure, Casaroro Falls has attracted all kinds of tourists and guests. Despite steep trails, still many people dare to go to be able to witness for themselves the genuine Casaroro charm. Casaroro Falls In the town of Valencia, Negros Oriental located 9.4 kilometers west of Dumaguete City lies the beautiful Casaroro Falls considered to be the most photographed waterfall in the…
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The town of Valencia is said to be rich in natural as well as man made resources. Because of its topography and geography, it is blessed with a cool climate, fertile soil and abundant water supply. It is because of this flowing water provision that the Banica Swimming Lagoon better known as the Tejeros Resort was constructed. Today it is a well visited site which is just perfect for family trips, …
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