SAMAL CHURCH

Samal Church seems to have the most-intact convento of all Bataan's churches. The parish was entrusted to the Dominicans in 1596. The church was destroyed during the Dutch Invasion and the Philippine Revolution. Dutch invaders attacked in April 1647. But the local garrison of Pampanga under the command of Alejo Aguas repelled the Dutch forces. The church and the convent were ruined during the invasion. In 1896, the church was burned by the Katipuneros to drive out their enemies in the convent. The church and convent was rebuilt in 1903.




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PILAR CHURCH

Pilar Church is another interesting church, a well-preserved adobe structure with its belfry located on top of the main facade.






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ORION CHURCH

Orion Church probably has the best-preserved retablo in the province of Bataan. The marker outside the church mentions that Orion became independent from Abucay in 1667. The church was damaged during the 1852 earthquake and repaired in 1854. Cayetano Arellano, the first Filipino chief justice is from Orion. Francisco Balagtas, author of Florante at Laura, also lived in the town from 1842 to 1862.




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PARAN MOUNTAIN HILL RESORT

Whether to soak in the water or sun bathe, the Infinity Pool is a favorite amongst guests, while enjoying breathtaking views of the sea.

Travel Info: 
It is located in near Samal Leisure Farm in Samal about 114 km away from Manila and takes 2 hour drive while less than 1-hour drive from Balanga.


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RAVEN RESORT

Raven Resort was established on May 1998 and up to now, we are continuing to develop our facilities. Our friendly personnel would be more than happy to assist you with your needs. Furthermore, our trained lifeguards are ready to assist you anytime. Our facilities are maintained in accordance with high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Raven Resort in Abucay is another fun place to visit for the whole family. Conveniently located along Roman Superhiway, Raven is very accessible to everyone. They are one of those multi-purpose establishments that have many facilities that cater to different activities. They have a fully air-conditioned function room, pavilion, adult and kiddie pools with sunscreen, cabanas, tennis and basketball courts, and apartments for overnight stays.

Travel Info: 
Raven Resort is located along Roman Superhighway which is 119 km away from Manila. It takes 2 hour drive from Manila and less than 1-hour drive from Balanga.










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AGWAWAN BEACH

Agwawan beach is one of the public beach resort in Mariveles, Bataan. There are cottages that customer can rent where they can bring their foods and other necessities. The cottages are cost P300-P500 depending on the stuctures of the cottages. The cottages are made of bamboo and nipa hut that was made by the residents live near in the beach. Each cottages was own by different residents where in the customer can give their payments.

Travel Info: 
It is located in Mariveles Bataan which is 173 km from Manila.It takes 2-3 hour drive from Manila to Mariveles through Big Bus Transporation like Genesis and Bataan Trnasit. And another 20-30 minutes drive from Mariveles town proper by riding tricycle upon reaching it.




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MONTEMAR BEACH RESORT

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Montemar Beach Resort is one of those Class A Beach Resorts in Bagac, Bataan. Accommodation is good, we were given a room for 4 pax though we were 5 people in one room. The accommodation package has free breakfast. Food is quite pricey though.

Montemar is one of the first exclusive resorts in the area. It opened in 1979 to club members and 7 years later, it started accepting non-member guests. It has been rated triple A by the Department of Tourism. It boasts of several Mediterranean-inspired buildings with more than 80 rooms discreetly scattered within the 12 hectare resort. A blue pool, aptly called due to its dark blue color, is located at the center flanked by the restaurant and guests rooms. Also within the resort compound is a driving range (golf), a conference room, and tennis courts. Montemar opens to the South China Sea and on a clear day, Corregidor Island can be seen from the beach of fine gray sand. Upon request, tents and lounge chairs can be set up along the beach. The resort also offers amenities for team building like obstacle course, tug-o-war, and beach volleyball for a fee. Jet ski, banana boat, and outrigger boats can likewise be rented. Montemar is really a family-oriented resort. There is no night life to speak off. They are strict with their policy of "no swimming beyond 6pm", both in the pool and the sea. Even their guest band played only from 9pm to 11pm at the beach area.

Travel Info: 
The Montemar Club is located in Bagac, which lies in the southwestern part of Central Luzon, 150.82 kilometers or about a 2 hour drive from Manila.










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PAWIKAN SANCTUARY IN MORONG

Located in barangay Nagbalayong, Morong, Bataan is the site of a community-based Pawikan Conservation Program which started in late 1999. Manned by former poachers and turtle egg collectors who turned into marine turtle conservation advocates, the Program's mission is to secure the eggs laid during the nesting season (between September and January) and transfer them into the hatchery to facilitate breeding and to contribute to the regeneration of the fishing grounds.

Many tourists go to this sanctuary during the nesting season and especially during the Pawikan Festival to be able to get a chance to see turtles come up to shore at night to lay their eggs. During the Pawikan Festival, tourists are even able to "adopt a turtle" and personally hold and release a baby turtle into the sea.




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MT. NATIB IN ORANI

A dormant volcano rising to 1253 meters that provides a commanding view of the surrounding towns. It offers mountain climbers and nature lovers not only the pleasant cool mountain air but also a lush growth including exotic plant species and rare wildlife. 

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PASUKULAN FALLS

A natural wonder in the valley of Mt. Natib which remains unexplored and unspoiled. Fresh vegetation abound. Ideal for picnics.

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DUNSULAN FALLS

                               An enchanting spectacle in the heart of a forested hill behind the famous Mt. Samat in Pilar. Ideal site for picnic and swimming.




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BATAAN DEATH MARCH

The Bataan Death March (Japanese:Batān Shi no Kōshin (バターン死の行進^?)) was the forcible transfer, by the Imperial Japanese Army, of 76,000 American and Filipino prisoners of warafter the three-month Battle of Bataan in the Philippines during World War II, which resulted in the deaths of thousands of prisoners.

The 97 km (60 mi) march was characterized by wide-ranging physical abuse and murder, and resulted in very high fatalities inflicted upon prisoners and civilians alike by the Japanese Army, and was later judged by an Allied military commission to be a Japanese war crime.

From Mariveles, Bataan The Filipino and American Soldiers walked a SIXTY MILES distance going to San Fernando, Pampaga.

Because of the so called Death March, many died and their bodies were left on the roads.

AN EXAMPLE OF (PIKO)

The Friendship Tower..

The Friendship Tower in Bagac, Bataan was erected by the Risshō Kōsei Kai, a Japanese Buddhist lay organization, as a sign of friendship and peace between the Philippines and Japan. The tower was inaugurated on April 8, 1975 on the day the Japanese celebrate the birth of Buddha. This day is coincidentally the eve of the Philippine Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan) which commemorates the fall of Bataan to the Empire of Japan and the Bataan Death March during the Second World War

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IT's Dambana Of Patriotism and Bravery!!

Dambana ng Kagitingan (Memorial Cross) is Found In the big and beautiful Mt. Samat.! The Memorial Cross is a towering structure located at the highest point of Mount Samat, 555 metres (1,821 ft) above sea level. The monument is made of steel and reinforced concrete with an elevator and viewing gallery at the arm of the cross.The height of the cross is 92 metres (302 ft) from the base. The height of the arms is 74 metres (243 ft) from the base. The length of the arm is 30 metres (98 ft) (15 on each side). The viewing gallery is 18 feet (5.5 m) by 90 feet (27 m) with a 7 feet (2.1 m) clearance.
YOU CAN GO AND VISIT IT!!

Sto. Domingo Church is located In Abucay, Bataan. The spiritual ministration of Abucay was entrusted to the Dominicans in 1588. A fierce battle between the Dutch invaders and the Pampango defenders was fought in this court on June 23, 1647. Nearly two hundred Pampangos were put to death, and forty others, together with Spanish Alcalde mayor and two Dominican priests were taken prisoners to Batavia. The present church was badly damaged by the earthquake of 16 September 1852. It is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines.

Bataan

Ang Bataan ay isang lalawigan ng Pilipinas na sinasakop ang buong Tangway ng Bataan saLuzon. Bahagi ng rehiyon ng Gitnang Luzon ang lalawigan . Lungsod ng Balanga angkabisera nito at pinapaligiran ng mga lalawigan ng Zambales at Pampanga sa hilaga. Kaharap ng tangway sa kanluran ang Dagat ng Timog Tsina at Look ng Maynila naman sa silangan.

Labing-isang bayan ang bumubuo sa lalawigan ng Bataan. Sa labing isang bayan at isang lungsod, hinati sa dalawang distrito ang mga ito. Ang unang distrito ay binubuo ngDinalupihan, Hermosa, Orani, Samal at Abucay sa Hilaga ng tangway at Morong sa hilagang kanluran ng lalawigan. And ikalawang distrito ay binubuo ng Lungsod ng Balanga, Pilar,Orion, Limay, Mariveles at Bagac sa timog bahagi ng tangway.

Isa sa mga tahimik na lalawigan ang Bataan. Karamihan sa mga urban na sentral ng mga bayan ay malapit sa anyong-tubig dahil hinihiwalay ng Kabundukan ng Natib (Mount Natib) ang gitna ng Bataan. Dahil dito, ang silangan ng Bataan ay nakahiwalay sa Kanlurang bahagi. Ang silangang bahagi ay nakaharap sa Look ng Maynila. Sa kabilang bahagi, ang mga bayan ng Mariveles, Bagac at Morong ay nakaharap sa Dagat ng Timog Tsina. Karamihan ng mga popular na beach/tabing dagat sa Bataan ay nasa kanlurang bahagi ng Bataan, nakaharap sa Dagat ng Timog Tsina. Sa Silangan, ang Look ng Maynila ay kilala bilang sikat na lugar pangisdaan ng mga mangingisda.

Pangingisda at pagsasaka ang pangulong hanap-buhay ng mga taga-Bataan. Gayon man, sa paglipas ng panahon, ang mabilis na pagiging popular ng teknolohiya sa bansa ay nagbigay ng daan para magtayo ng mga pabrika sa Mariveles. Sa ngayon, isa ang Mariveles sa mga panguhaning pagawaan ng mga produktong pangkalakalan sa Pilipinas at sa ibang bansa. Isa rin sa mga sikat na lugar ang Bataan pagdating sa mga gawaing-kamay (handicrafts).

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