REGION 3 (2)

Baler

Aurora Capital:

Balanga City

Bataan Capital:

Malolos City

Bulacan Capital:

Potipot Island

It boasts of lush array of coconut, mango, kamachile and talisay trees, coral shells, hermits' crabs, starfishes, and the most spectacular sunsets ever witnessed in this side of town along a white sand shore.

Zoocobia Fun Zoo

It is a 50-hectare zoo and theme park. It has a labyrinth and garden maze full of animal topiaries on its way out. It has a unique gallery of stuffed real animals preserved by their expert taxidermist. The first and only gravity car track in the Philippines that is patterned after the Skyline Luge in Singapore's Sentosa Island.

Anawangin Cove

It is a crescent shaped cove with a pristine white sand beach. But the most surprising phenomenon that has occurred in the past years was the growth of the pine trees just behind the banks of the cove. The seeds were brought there by the memorable eruption of Mount Pinatubo together with ash fall.

Biak-na-Bato

It is a national park as declared by President Manuel L. Quezon in 1937. Filipino revolutionaries such as Emilio Aguinaldo used the numerous caves of Biak na Bato as refuge when they fought against the Spaniards.

El Kabayo

It is a replica of an old Western town directly out of an American cowboy movie. It is complete with mockup recreations of old Western establishments such as a saloon and a telegraph office.

Bataan Technology Park

It is a world-class research facility for technology and applied sciences among a rich cultural display of religions and history. This site is like a mini-tour through Indo- China since this was the temporary home of Vietnamese refugees who fled iron-fist rule in their country.

Mount Pinatubo

It is an active volcano in Luzon strategically located in the borders of Zambales, Tarlac, and Pampanga. Its volcanic eruption in 1991 made a big impact in the Philippines' history with regards to natural calamity. It can be accessed by hiring a local tour guide to go on a five-mile hike to this active volcano's top

Salang Beach

It is considered as the "Birthplace of Surfing in the Philippines". It is home to numerous resorts like Bay's Inn Resort, Baler Guesthouse and Restaurant, and MIA Surf and Sports Resort.

Ramon Magsaysay Ancestral House

It is the ancestral house of the seventh Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay, which is open for public viewing.

Palayan City

Nueva Ecija Capital:

San Fernando City

Pampanga Capital:

small white island

Potipot translates to

Tarlac City

Tarlac Capital:

Ostrich Farm

This farm features ostrich production from breeding to meat production. This ostrich production is considered the first in Central Luzon.

Millennium Tree

This is a 600-year-old balete tree and is located inside Balete Park. Because of its age, it has been designated as the official "Millennium Tree" of the Philippines.

Gabaldon Falls

This is a waterfall surrounded by green foliage and huge rocks. The bursting sound of its cool and refreshing water breaks the serenity of its environs.

The Sandbox

This is an outdoor adventure facility situated in Ayala Land's massive Alvierra estate in Porac, Pampanga. Its most unique attraction is Avatar One, the Philippine's first rollercoaster zipline that zigzags through a course that is 180 meters long and 12 meters high.

Cathedral of Tarlac City

This is situated across the city hall of Tarlac where the Revolutionary Congress used to meet during the early times. The beautiful architecture makes it one (1) of the best places to visit in the province.

Minalungao National Park

This site features a breathtaking view of a narrow deep river that looks up to 16- meter high limestone walls. At the end of the white rock formation, is an enchanting cave that is perfect for trekking activities.

Baler Museum

This site houses several artifacts that are significant to the town's history and give visitors a glimpse into the time when the Philippines was still under the Spanish rule. It also has a collection of several items that were owned by Manuel Quezon as well as memorabilia from Franciscan missionaries who settled into the area during the 1600s.

Pawikan Conservation Center

This site is a joint effort by the Bataan government, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and UNESCO, which was initiated in 1999. Here, the Bantay Pawikan men and volunteers from the local community patrol the beaches at night to guard eggs laid by marine turtles in the beach.

Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar

This site is a showcase of Filipino history and craftsmanship set in the 18th century Philippines. There are architectural pieces of a bygone era from different parts of the country.

The Royal Northwoods Golf Club

This site is located in the rice field confines in the quiet town of San Rafael, Bulacan. This was a project conceptualized and built by the Northwoods Realty and Development Corporation. Operation of the golf course first started with only nine (9) holes last 1999.

Pinatubo Spa Town

This site offers a range of services, from massage to being buried in volcanic sand. Tourists can even take a shower there for only Php100 if they are not too keen about being pampered.

Iba

Zambales Capital: