Republic of the Philippines
Department of Tourism
Department of Tourism Building, T.M. Kalaw Street, Rizal Park, Manila
REGIONAL TOURISM MASTER PLAN
FOR CENTRAL LUZON
FINAL REPORT
March 1998
ENGINEERING AND DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION OF THE PHILIPPINES
6th Floor CLMC Building, 259-269 EDSA Greenhills, City of Mandaluyong
ENGINEERING & DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
OF THE PHILIPPINES
engineering consultants since 1955
Serial No. C-DOT-096-98
March 23, 1998
Mr. Rene R. delos Santos
Director, Tourism Development Planning
Department of Tourism
T. M. Kalaw Street
Rizal Park, Manila
Attention
:
Mr. Martin S. Valera
Planning Office
Subject
:
Final Report
Regional Tourism Master Plan for
Central Luzon (Region III)
Sir:
In compliance with our consulting service contract, we are submitting herewith ten (10)
copies of the Final Report on the Regional Tourism Master Plan for Central Luzon
(Region III).
We trust that you will find the report in order.
Thank you and best regards.
Very truly yours,
WILFREDO A. OSABEL
Team Leader
cc:
DOT Region III
c/o Mr. Ronaldo P. Tiotuico
Regional Director
Department of Tourism
Tourism Master Plan for Region III (Central Luzon)
Engineering and Development Corporation of the Philippines
Table of Contents
Page
Transmittal Letter
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Location Map of the Study Area
ii
Table of Contents
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Glossary of Terms
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List ofAbbreviations
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Executive Summarv
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Chapter 1
1.1
1.2
Chapter 2
2.1
2.2
Introduction
Project Overview
1.1.1 Background
1.1.2 Study Objectives
1.1.3 Plan Coverage
Review of Relevant Studies and Plans
1.2.1 Tourism Master Plan of the Philippines
1.2.2 Discussion Paper on other Central Luzon Projects
1.2.3 Regional Physical Framework Plan
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Environment for Tourism
Physical Characteristics of the Region
2.1.1 Location
2.1.2 Soils and Land Characteristics
2.1.3 Topography
2.1.4 Seismicity
2.1.5 Climate
2.1.6 Water Resources
Demographic Situation and Socio-Economic Profile
2.2.1 Population
2.2.2 Ethnic Characteristics
2.2.3 Labor Force and Employment
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 4
4.1
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4.3
4.4
Chapter 5
5.1
5.2
2.2.4 Annual Family Income and Expenditure
2.2.5 Incidence of Poverty and Subsistent Poverty
2.2.6 Regional Economy
2.2.7 Selected Economic Indicators Affecting Tourism
Existing Land Use
Environmental Attributes of the Region
2.4.1 Bataan
2.4.2 Bulacan
2.4.3 Nueva Ecija
2.4.4 Pampanga
2.4.5 Tarlac
2.4.6 Zambales
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Tourism Attractions
Introduction
Attractions
3.2.1 Cultural Attractions
3.2.2 Archaeological Attractions
3.2.3 Heritage and Historical Attractions
3.2.4 Resort and Leisure
3.2.5 Business/Industrial
3.2.6 Ecology Attractions
3.2.7 Trainings/Conferences
3.2.8 Attractions Along Tourism Loops
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Transportation
General
International Access
Domestic Air Transportation
4.3.1 Existing Conditions
4.3.2 Recent Developments
4.3.3 Air Transport Planning: Aircraft and Airports
4.3.4 Future Requirement
Existing Domestic Land and Sea Transport
4.4.1 Road Network and Its Condition
4.4.2 Rail Transport Service
4.4.3 Sea Transportation
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Market Analysis
Travel Trends
5.1.1 Inbound
5.1.2 Domestic Tourism
5.1.3 Regional Trends
Profile of Visitors
5.2.1 Domestic and Foreign Visitors
5.2.2 Purpose of Visit
5.2.3 Source of Information on Tourist Attractions/Facilities
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5.2.4
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Recreational Activities Undertaken
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Chapter 6
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6.2
6.3
6.4
Chapter 7
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
Chapter 8
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
Chapter 9
9.1
9.2
9.3
9.4
5.2.5 Frequency of Visit
5.2.6 Place Stayed/Staying
5.2.7 Length of Stay
5.2.8 Travel Arrangements
5.2.9 Composition of Traveling Party
5.2.10 Mode of Transport
5.2.11 Country of Residence
5.2.12 Origin of Domestic Tourists
5.2.13 Perceptions on Facilities/Services Offered
5.2.14 Expenditure of Visitors
Marketing Task
5.3.1 Tourist Arrival Forecast
5.3.2 Conclusion
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Tourism Facilities and Services
Accommodation Facilities
Other Tourism Related Facilities
Other Resources
Infrastructure
6.4.1 Water Supply
6.4.2 Sewage and Solid Waste Disposal
6.4.3 Communications
6.4.4 Power and Electrification
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Tourism Policy and Development Strategy
Tourism Development Policy
Identification of the Basic Problems of the Tourism Sector
Vision and Roles
Strategy for the Development of the Tourism Industry
7.4.1 Tourism Structure Plan
7.4.2 Development Approaches
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Development Guidelines
Introduction
Site Development Program and Planning
General Development Standards
Architectural Design Concepts and Considerations
Proposed Development Designs
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Environmental Quality
State of the Philippine Environment
Aims of the Study
Conceptual Framework and Approach
Priority Tourism-Cum-Environment Issues in the Region
9.4.1 Biophysical Issues
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Chapter 10
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
Chapter 11
11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4
11.5
11.6
11.7
11.8
11.9
Chapter 12
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
12.5
9.4.2 Socio-cultural Issues
9.4.3 Institutional/Policy Issues
Tourism Environment Symbiosis
9.5.1 Tourism as Partner in Environmental Protection
9.5.2 Tourism as a Potential Risk Factor
9.5.3 Impacts of the Proposed Projects
9.5.4 Environmental Capacity
Environmental Sustainability with Tourism
9.6.1 General Environmental Principles & Guidelines
9.6.2 Strategies and Action Plans
EIA as a Tourism Planning and Management Tool
Institutional Arrangements
Tourism in an Environmental Scenario of the 21 st Century
Conclusion
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Socio-Cultural Evaluation
Importance of Socio-Cultural Evaluation
Socio-Cultural Characteristics
Cultural Impact of Tourism
10.3.1 Conservation of Archaeological and Historical Sites
10.3.2 Indigenous Music, Dances and Festivals
10.3.3 Cultural Development Policy and Program
Social Impact of Tourism
Host and Guest Relationship
The Indigenous Cultural Communities and Tourism
Women in Tourism Development
10.7.1 Tourism and the Issue of Prostitution
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Development Programs
Introduction
Tourist Attraction Improvements
Accommodations Development Program
Parks and Recreational Facilities Development Program
Utilities and Related Services
Human Resources Development Program
Overall Tourism Development Timeplan Implementation
Financial Assessment of Typical Project Models
Project Profiles
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Marketing/Promotions Program
Introduction
Potential Markets
Tourism Product
Product Positioning
Marketing Strategies
12.5.1 Market Research
12.5.2 Destination Image
12.5.3 Product (Development) Strategy
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Chapter 14
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14.3
14.4
12.5.4 Distribution Strategy
12.5.5 Communication and Promotions Strategy
12.5.6 Pricing Strategy
Promotional and Other Information Collaterals
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Legal Concerns and Institutional Mechanisms
Legal Concerns
Institutional Mechanisms
13.2.1 Introduction
13.2.2 Regional Development Council
13.2.3 Regional Tourism Entity
a. Tourism Information System
b. Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanism
c. Strengthening Tourism Capability
13.2.4 Local Government Units
13.2.5 Regional Tourism Authority Functions
Programs and Projects
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Economic Analysis
Economic Benefits
14.1.1 Tourist Receipts
14.1.2 Flow of Direct Investments
14.1.3 Linkages with Other Economic Sectors
Proposed Strategies
Plans and Programs
14.3.1 Taxes Remitted to the Government
14.3.2 Employment Generation
14.3.3 Multiplier Effect
Cost
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List of Figures
Figure ES-1
Regional Tourism Authority
Figure 2-1
Figure 2-2
Figure 2-3
Figure 2-4
Figure 2-5
Figure 2-6
Figure 2-7
Land Use Plan of Bataan
Land Use Plan of Bulacan
Land Use Plan of Nueva Ecija
Land Use Plan of Tarlac
Land Use Plan of Pampanga
Land Use Plan of Zambales
Climate Map
Figure 4-1
Regional Map
Figure 7-1
Tourism Highway
Figure 8-1
Figure 8-1a
Figure 8-3a
Figure 8-3b
Figure 8-3c
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Figure 8-3e
Figure 8-3f
Figure 8-3g
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Figure 8-4b
Figure 8-4c
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Figure 8-6
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Figure 8-6b
Figure 8-7
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Figure 8-8
Figure 8-8a
Figure 8-8b
Figure 8-9
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Figure 8-10
Figure 8-11
Figure 8-12
Figure 8-13
Figure 8-13a
Figure 8-14
Figure 8-14a
Typical Development of Steep Slope
Typical Slope Protection
Landscape: Random Spacing of Trees
Landscape: Monumental Site
Landscape: Off-set Irregular Tree Line
Landscape: Mass Planting
Landscape: Along Straight Road Side
Landscape: Along a Perpendicular Road Side
Landscape: Simulating Natural Strans
Landscape: Screen Planting
Landscape: Easement
Landscape: Along Cross Roads
Parking Layout Structure
Development on Water Edge
Lake Development
Cascading Development
Recommended Structure Layouts
Typical Building Height
Development Setback for Beaches
Development Setback for Beaches (Plan)
Beach Resort Development (Perspective)
Development of Waterfall Sites
Development of Spring Sites
Development of Wetlands
Typical View Deck Design
Typical Plan: Car-Bus Rest Stops
Provincial Trade Exhibition Center (Perspective)
Provincial Trade Exhibition Center (Plan)
Archaeological Center (Perspective)
Archaeological Center (Site Plan)
Figure 11-1
Figure 11-2
Figure 11-3
Proposed Leisure & Livelihood Complex (Uacon Lake)
Site Development Plan (Candaba Resort)
Proposed Restoration of Ancestral Houses/Buildings (San Miguel Bulacan)
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Figure 12-2
Figure 12-3
Figure 12-4
Figure 12-5
Figure 12-6
Tourism Route - Bulacan
Tourism Route - Pampanga
Tourism Route - Tarlac
Tourism Route - Nueva Ecija
Tourism Route - Zambales
Tourism Route – Bataan
Figure 13-1
Figure 13-2
Hierarchy and Linkages of Plans for Tourism
Regional Tourism Authority
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List of Tables
Table ES. 1
Table ES.2
Table ES.3
Table 2.1
Table 2.2
Table 2.3
Table 2.4
Table 2.5
Table 2.6
Provincial Loops (Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga,
Tarlac and Zambales)
Summary of LGU-Initiated Projects in Region III
Overall Tourism Development Timeplan Implementation (MP)
Table 2.14
Table 2.15
Table 2.16
Table 2.17
Population Growth Rate, 1970, 1980 and 1990
Top Ten Areas in Terms of Population , 1990
Number of Households. Household Size & Growth Rate of Region III
Population and Population Density of Central Luzon by Province
Labor Force by Employment Status in Region III by Province and Major City
Number of Families, Average Annual Income & Average Annual
Expenditures in the Philippines and in Region III
Poverty and Subsistence Incidence by Region, 1985-1991
Gini Ratio by Region (1985 to 1991)
Annual Per Capita Poverty Thresholds & Incidences of Families &
Population, Region III
Poverty and Subsistence Thresholds by Region (1985 to 1991)
Investment Performance of Region 111 (1986 to 1995)
Gross National Product-Gross Domestic Product, 1980-1995
Consumer Price Increases of Region III by Province, 1988 (Annual Average of
1994 and 1995)
Tourist Arrivals and Tourist Receipts (1980 to 1995)
Real & Nominal Minimum Wage Rates, Region III (1991-1996)
Value of Exports in Region III (1990 to 1995)
Value of New Investments and Exports in Region III (1995)
Table 3.1
Table 3.2
Table 3.3
Archaeological Resource Inventory of Region III
Historical Resource Inventory of Region III
Resource Inventory of Cultural Festivals in Region III
Table 4.1
Table 4.2
Traffic Growth on the North Luzon Expressway
Road Condition in the Selected Countries
Table 5.1
Table 5.2
Table 5-2A
Table 5.3
Table 5.4
Table 5.5
Table 5.6
Table 5.7
Table 5.8
Table 5.9
Table 5.10
Table 5.11
Table 5.12
Table 5.13
Table 5.14
Table 5.15
Visitor Arrivals in the Philippines (1992 to 1996)
Points of Origin of Visitor in the Philippines (1995)
Past Trens of Tourist Arrivals
Regional Distribution of Travellers including NCR
Points of Origin of Domestic Travellers
Tourist Arrivals by Province
Tourist by Country of Origin
Distribution of Visitors by Age
Distribution of Visitors by Sex
Visitors by Level of Education
Visitors by Occupation
Visitors by Purpose of Visit
Holiday/Pleasure Visitors, Primary Reason for Visit
Source of Information Regarding Area/Province/Mumcipality
Primary Recreational Activities Undertaken/Engaged In
Frequency of Visit
Table 2.7
Table 2.8
Table 2.9
Table 2.10
Table 2.11
Table 2.12
Table 2.13
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Table 5.17
Table 5.18
Table 5.19
Table 5.20
Table 5.21
Table 5.22
Table 5.23
Table 5.24
Table 5.25
Table 5.26
Table 5.27
Place Stayed/Staying
Length of Stay of Visitors
Visitors by Form of Travel
Visitors by Travel Arrangement
Visitors by Composition of Traveling Party
Mode of Transport
Foreign Visitors by Country of Residence
Visitors by Place of Origin
Daily Expenditure Pattern of Visitors
Perceptions of Visitors on Tourist Facilities/Services in the Region
Items Purchased by Visitors
Tourist Arrival Forecast in the Philippines
Table 6.1
Table 6.2
Table 6.3
Table 6.4
Table 6.5
Table 6.6
Table 6.7
Tourism Related Establishments
Status of Water Supply System (1995)
Classification of Households by Usual Means of Garbage Disposal, 1990
Status of Communication
Power Plant of NPC in Central Luzon
Provincial Jurisdiction of Power Supply in Central Luzon
Electrification Ratio
Table 8.1
The National Building Code Maximum Height of Buildings/Structures
Table 11.1
Table 11.2
Table 11.3
Table 11.4
Table 11.5
Table 11.6
Table 11.7
Table 11.8
Table 11.9
Accommodation Capacity Requirements
Summary of LGU-Initiated Projects in Region III
Overall Tourism Development Timeplan Implementation (MP)
Project Cost Estimates (Uacon Lake)
Income Statement Projections (Uacon Lake)
Cash Flow Projections (Uacon Lake)
Project Cost Estimates (Candaba Resort)
Income Statement Projections (Candaba Resort)
Cash Flow Projections (Candaba Resort)
Table 14.1
Table 14.2
Philippines Input-Output Multipliers
Tourists Income Multiplier
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Adze
A woodworking tool with check-shaped blade that is hafted at right angle
to wooden handle.
Age of Contact
The start of formal trade with China, Thailand, Kampuchea, Vietnam,
Indonesia and other countries of Southeast Asia. The characteristics of
this period is the appearance of high-fired ceramic wares beginning from
the 9th century A.D. to 20th century A.D.
Anthropology
The study of human culture and society over the entire world throughout
the last 2 million years.
Archaeology
The study of human existence through unwritten material remains,
sometimes referred to as the ethnology of the past.
Artifact
An object of human manufacture or use, anything modified by man.
Assemblage
All artifact types of the same age from the same locality regardless of
material industry.
Bathymetry
The measurement of depths of water in oceans, seas and lakes; and the
information derived from such measurements.
Beach
Unvegetated part of the shoreline firmed by loose materials, usually
sand, that extends from the lower berm edge to high water mark.
Before Present
A form of radiometric (Carbon-14) date that measures time from the
present into the past, normally based on the calendar year 1950.
Berm
A narrow shelf, edge or path, typically at the bottom or top of a slope or
along a bank.
Biodiversity or Biological diversity
The variety of life in all its forms, levels and
combinations; includes ecosystem diversity, species diversity, and
genetic diversity
Brackishwater ponds (earthponds) Man-made enclosures of varying size, dependent on tidal
fluctuations of water management, located in estuaries (deltas, mudflats
and mangrove swamps) and intended for the culture of fishes/aquatic
species.
Brackishwater swamps Land areas where most of the time the brackishwater level is at or
above the land surface.
Carrying capacity
The inherent capacity of a given area for a certain type of use as
provision of space, resources and suitable environmental conditions in a
sustainable manner.
Chert
A siliceous rock formed by fine-grained quartz and of organic and
precipitated origin.
Coastal Zone
The coastal zone is the strip of land and adjacent space (water and
submerged land) in which the land ecology and use directly affect the
lake and ocean space ecology, and vice versa. It is governed by the
following limits:
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(a) The outermost limit is the 200 meter (100 fathoms) isobath except
atembayments where a 200 meter isobath at the mouth of the bay, gulf
or cone is extended across. In case where the 200 meter isobath is less
than three kilometers from the shoreline, the three kilometer distance will
be adopted. The internal waters are likewise considered part of the
coastal zone;
(b) The innermost boundary is one kilometer from the shorelines except
at places where recognizable indicators for maritime influences exist,
like mangrove, beaches, sand deposits, margins of bays, salt beds and
deltaic deposits in which cases, the one kilometer distance shall be
reckoned from the edges of such features (see Fig. 2).
Coastal zone management "...a dynamic process in which a coordinated strategy is developed
and implemented for the allocation of environmental, sociocultural, and
institutional resources to achieve the conservation and sustainable
multiple use of the coastal zone" (Coastal Resources Center, University
of Rhode Island)
Coastal zone planning A tool or working methodology to improve the use of coastal resources
and comply with identified objectives. It incorporates knowledge of the
reality on which it operates, capacity to evaluate the expected outcome,
and the process through which it could be attained.
Coastlines
Lines that form the boundary between the land and water, especially of
sea or ocean.
Conservation
Protection against undesirable changes through management of human
use of organisms or ecosystems to ensure that such use is sustainable
Continental shelf
As defined in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Art.
76), it is the seabed and subsoil of the submarine areas which extend
beyond its territorial sea throughout the natural prolongation of its land
territory to the outer edge of the continental margin. The Philippines
claims a continental shelf into a distance of 200 meters isobath or to
where the depth of the superjacent waters admit exploitation of the
natural resources of the seabed and subsoil of the submarine area.
Coral reefs
Simply defined, these are reefs made chiefly of fragments of corals,
coral sands, algae and other organic deposits, and the sold limestone
resulting from the consolidation. Technically, they are marine shelves or
platforms. formed by the consolidation of the skeleton of hermatypic
corals through cementation by coralline algae and lithification processes.
Continuous accumulation of calcareous materials by those organisms,
as well as by other reef species, especially mollusks, echinoderms and
foraminifera, maintains the reef surface at or near sea level.
Cultivated lands
These refer to lands devoted to crops. Among the common crops raised
in the coastal zone are staple crops (rice and corn); plantation crops
(coconut and sugar cane); root crops (cassava, kamote), legumes, and
vegetables.
Context
The relationship between an artifact and its physical and cultural setting.
Culture
Belief, values, and ideas held in common by a local community of people
and reading predictable behavior on the past of the group members.
Dating
An assignment of a past event to the time scale.
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Direct Association
Two or more artifact classes that display the same spatial spread with a
site.
Dune
An accumulation of sand in ridges or mounds landward of the beach
formed by natural processes and usually parallel to the shoreline.
Ecofact
A natural object such as pollen, macro-plant part, animal bone, mollusk
shell, or soil sample that display some evidence of human use.
Ecotone
Transition zone between two adjacent ecosystems or habitats, e.g.
seagrass bed, as it is between coral reefs and mangroves
Estuary
A water body where sea water of oceanic origin is diluted by freshwater
from land drainage areas. Areas influenced by this include deltas, tidal
marshes, and river mouth, among others.
Ethnology
The study of contemporary living societies.
Excavation
A research method to observe artifacts and their provenience location by
systematic digging below the ground surface.
Exclusive Economic Zone The water, sea bottom and sub-surface measured from the baseline
of the Philippine archipelago up to two hundred nautical miles (200 n.m.)
offshore. (Section 3 [o], Republic Act No. 7942)(see Fig. 1)
Flakes
The slivers of rock removed from core, either as waste or to be used as
the manufacturing step in the productivity of finished stone tools.
Foreshore area
As defined, it is a strip of land alternately covered and uncovered by the
tidal movements. Its interior limits is that portion of land reached by the
water during the highest equinoctial tide. The outer limit is that portion of
land reached by the water during the lowest ordinary tide.
Freshwater bodies
These are water bodies in basins, rivers, lakes, lagoons, channels and
aquifers not influenced by sea water.
Freshwater swamps These are land areas where the freshwater table is at or above the land
surface during most of the year to promote the formation of hydric
soiland to support growth of hydrophytes such as grasses and sedge
which are also influenced by sea water.
Function or Environmental function
The capacity of natural processes and components to
Provide goods and services that directly or indirectly contribute to human
welfare.
Goods
Those which can easily be expressed in terms of money (e.g. minerals,
fish, raw materials
lsobath
An imaginary line or line on a map or chart that connects all points
having the same depth below a water surface, as of an ocean, sea or
lake.
Mangroves or mangrove forests The communities of trees and associated shrubs that are
restricted to tidal flats in coastal waters, extending inland along rivers
where the water is tidal, saline or brackish
Marine protected area (MPA)
An area of the coastal and marine environment dedicated
mainly to protection and enjoyment of natural or cultural heritage, to
maintenance of biodiversity, and/or to maintenance of life-support
systems
Marine waters
These cover beds, banks, shell fields, zones, areas and regions of
Philippine waters totaling some 1,666,300 sq. km.
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Metal Age
The stage of technological shift from the use of lithic tools to the use of
metal implements dated between 700 B.C. to 1,000 B.C. in the
Philippine context.
Mineralized areas
Areas containing deposits of metallic and non-metallic minerals.
Ming Dynasty
The Age of Contact period dated to 13th to 17th centuries A.D.
Mudflat
An intertidal ecosystem whose substrate consists predominantly of fine
silts, clays, and organic material
Municipal waters
"Include not only streams, lakes and tidal waters included within the
municipality, not being the subject of private ownership, and not
comprised within national parks, public forests, timber lands, forest
reserves, but also marine waters included between two lines drawn
perpendicularly to the general coastline from points where the boundary
lines of the municipality or city touch the sea at low tide and a third line
parallel with the general coastline and fifteen (15) kilometers from it.
Where two (2) municipalities are so situated on the opposite shores that
there is less than fifteen (15) kilometers of marine waters between them,
the third line shall be equally distant from opposite shores of the
respective municipalities." (Section 131 [r], Republic Act No.7160)
Neolithic
The stage of settled, organized human society as a consequence of the
agricultural food production. The new stone age period ranges between
8,000 to 500 B.C. in the Philippine context.
Paleolithic
The old stone age period that extends from a probable mid-Pleistocene
to approximately 500,000 years B.C. to about 8,000 B.C. in the
Philippine context.
Pasture lands
All lands producing natural forage for animal consumption and those
which are vegetated naturally or artificially to provide forage cover. They
are generally considered as those which are not cultivated and include
natural grasslands, savannas, wetlands dominated by grass and
grasslike plants suitable for grazing, certain shrubs and related plant
communities.
Potsherds
Broken pottery fragments.
Precautionary principle or "do-no-harm" principle A proactive method of dealing with the
environment that places the burden of proof on those whose activities
could harm the environment; the opposite of "wait-and-see" principle;
(see "vorzorgeprinzip")
Prehistory
Cultures dating before the invention of writing.
In
the
Philippine
context, the period before 1521 when the Spaniards have documented
their visit in the country.
Sample
A representative part from which estimates can be used to predict the
size and behavior of the unknown whole.
Seabed
The land underlying the sea or ocean.
Services
Those whose values may be indirectly estimated or perhaps can openly
be described when assessing intangible features such as climatecontrol, or oxygen provider, source of cultural and spiritual inspiration
Stratigraphy
The study of layered deposit whose interpretation is based on the
principle of superposition and association.
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Sustainable use
Use of an organism, ecosystem, or any other renewable resource at a
rate within its capacity for renewal
Tidal flats
These are lands mostly devoid of trees and shrubs that are alternatively
exposed and inundated by tides. These may be mud flats or sand flats.
(see foreshore areas)
"Vorzorgeprinzip" (precautionary principle)
The rule, wherein it is to the best interest of
the present and future generations not to utilize the resources if the
uncertainty is so great as to ensure that the likelihood of destroying the
environment is eminent. This is as yet an arbitrary decision resulting
primarily from the lack of definitive knowledge to support the adopted
actions. Hence, when this required knowledge becomes available, the
suggested use of the resources may change
Wastelands
A misnomer, these refer to land not suitable for any crop or to any
definite economic purposes. Examples of coastal wastelands in the
country are cliffs (breeding place for birds) and rock islands.
Woodlands
These occur behind the beach and dune on the older beach areas. In
the coastal zone, these consist essentially of a tangle of low stunted
trees or shrubs. Examples are botong, pandan, and the taller agoho and
coconut palms.
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List of Abbreviations
ADB
-
Asian Development Bank
BOI
-
Board of Investments
BSWM
-
Bureau of Soil and Water Management
CDC
-
Clark Development Corporation
DA
-
Department of Agriculture
DECS
-
Department of Education, Culture & Sports
DENR
-
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
DILL
-
Department of the Interior & Local Government
DOH
-
Department of Health
DOT
-
Department of Tourism
DOTC
-
Department of Transportation and Communications
DPWH
-
Department of Public Works and Highways
DSWD
-
Department of Social Welfare and Development
DTI
-
Department of Trade and Industry
EIA
-
Environmental Impact Assessment
GNP
-
Gross National Product
GOP
-
Government of the Philippines
GRDP
-
Gross Regional Domestic Products
GVA
-
Gross Value Added
LGU
-
Local Government Unit
LWUA
-
Local Water Utilities Administration
NEDA
-
National Economic Development Authority
NIPAS
-
National Integrated Protected Area System
NHI
-
National Historical Institute
NM
-
National Museum
NSO
-
National Statistics Office
PENRO
-
Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office
PTA
-
Philippine Tourism Authority
RDC
-
Regional Development Council
RSCs
-
Regional Service Centers
SBMA
-
Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority
SEPZ
-
Special Economic and Freeport Zone
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
The preparation of the Central Luzon Tourism Master Plan (CLTMP) is part of the
noble intention of the Department of Tourism (DOT) to prepare Tourism Plans for
almost all the regions throughout the country through Consultants. Engineering and
Development Corporation of the Philippines (EDCOP) was commissioned on July 23,
1996 to prepare the Tourism Master Plan for Central Luzon.
The preparation of CLTMP has been carried out in stages. At Stage I, the Study was
devoted to the analysis of existing conditions, current and potential tourist markets,
existing and potential tourist resources, and the institutional elements of tourism;
coupled with the evaluation of development constraints and potentials. Stage 2 was
the conduct of visioning exercises between September 27, 1996 and December 6,
1996 in the six provinces of the region attended by Provincial Tourism Officers,
Provincial/City Planning Development Coordinators, Tourism Council Officials, NGO's
and representatives from local and national DOT offices. Stage 3 was the formulation
of development frameworks and scenarios, and preparation of Tourism Master Plan.
The Study Area encompasses the provinces including its cities in the Central Luzon
region, namely: Bataan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, Zambales and Bulacan and
excluding the municipalities that are part of the National Capital Region (NCR).
The Regional Tourism Development Plan is envisioned to provide the logical process
for the development of the tourism industry in the region, anchoring on the proper
utilization of natural based tourism assets/resources industry including its proper
promotion and development. This likewise, manifests the important role of tourism in
assisting the region to achieve a sustainable level of development and serving as a
catalyst to economic growth.
Under the guidelines set by the DOT, the Regional Tourism Master Plan should
conform to the Tourism Master Plan of the Philippines (TMPP), prepared in 1991.
Under the TMPP, the entire country is divided into three tourism clusters: Luzon,
Visayas and Mindanao. For Luzon to which Central Luzon (Region III) belongs is
being positioned as a MULTI-FACETED DESTINATION PROVIDING ATTRACTION
FOR ALL MARKETS.
During the preparation of CLTMP, several studies were reviewed as it relates to the
tourism master planning of Region III. Among others, these include the Tourism
Master Plan for the Philippines, Medium Term Regional Physical Framework Plan of
Region III, Western Plan Study for Central Luzon Development Program, Regional
Tourism Situationer prepared by DOT Regional Office, the socio-economic profiles of
each province of the region and the proceedings of the Second Central Luzon Tourism
Assembly.
THE REGIONAL ENVIRONMENT FOR TOURISM

Physical Characteristics of the Region. Central Luzon has a total area of 1,823,082
hectares that makes up about 15% of the total Luzon Area and about 6% of the
whole country. Its regional capital is in San Fernando, Pampanga. It is composed
of five cities, six provinces, 117 municipalities and 2,574 barangays. Region
physiographic units are Mt. Natib, Mt. Samat and Mt. Mariveles in Bataan, Mt.
Arayat in Pampanga, Mt. Bongcay and Mt. Munoz in Nueva Ecija and Mt.
Cuadrado in Zambales. The region's topographic relief ranges from sea-level
landscapes to high mountain landscapes, canyons, lakes on top of volcanoes, and
thousand hectares of rich fertile valleys dotted with forest national parks, beach
resorts, and crystal springs.
Approximately 44% are level land, 8% are gently sloping to undulating topography,
14% moderately sloping to rolling, 11% as rolling to steep, 14% classified as
steep, and 9% are very steep. In terms of elevation, about 83% are located in
elevation of less than 500 meters above sea level (MASL).
Central Luzon is situated on the circum-Pacific earthquake belt. Active faults found
in Nueva Ecija (Dingalan Fault) are mainly high angle slope with strike-slip
movement and are part of the so-called Philippine Fault. A long fault extends
from northern portion of Central Luzon cutting across the western side of Tarlac
and passing through the plains of Pampanga and southern portion of Bulacan.

Hydrometrologic Setting
Based on the Corona classification of climate types, most of Central Luzon is
described as Type I, i.e. with two pronounced seasons; typically dry from
December to May and wet during the rest of the year. Average annual precipitation
ranges from a low 1036.7 millimeters to a high 3,877 millimeters. The average
normal maximum and minimum temperatures for the region are 32°C and 22°C,
respectively. Typhoon occurrences in the region average 22 surges annually.

Socio-Economic Setting
In 1995, the population of Central Luzon was 6.933 M which is about 10% of the
total population of the country. It is increasing at more or less the same pace with
the national figure having an average growth rate of 2.12% from 1990-1995 period.
Among the provinces comprising the region, Bulacan posted the highest
population with 1.784 M, followed by Pampanga with 1.636M, and Nueva Ecija
with 1.506 Million. In terms of population density of the region, Pampanga
exhibited the highest with 750.1/persons per sq. km., and Bulacan with 679.8
persons/sq. km. which is high compared to the country's 229 persons/sq.
kilometer.
Central Luzon hosts four ethnologistic groups which are indigenous to the region,
namely: Aetas, Sambals, Kapampangan and Tagalogs. Of interest here are the
Aetas who were resettled in various resettlement areas in Central Luzon like in
Porac, Pampanga, San Clemente, and Palayan City.
Central Luzon gross regional domestic product (GRDP) was placed at P142.27
billion representing 8.43% of the national total. Among the various regions, Region
III ranked as the third major contributor following NCR's and Region IV. The
industrial
sector
remained
to
be
the
major
contributor
with
11.64%
contribution, followed by agriculture at 10.24%, trade sectors at 9.11 % and the
service sectors at 7.71 %.
The region's labor force was estimated to be at 2.03 million or 60.40% of the total
region's population. Bulacan province registered the highest labor participation
rate with 61.0% and Pampanga posting the lowest at 57.08 percent.

Infrastructure and Facilities
Air travel to Region III is served by the Clark and Subic International Airports.
Feeder ports are also present in Castillejos and Iba of Zambales and Plaridel in
Bulacan.
Central Luzon has the most complete road network in the Philippines. It is served
by a north-south backbone and the east-west lateral roads. The northsouth
trunkline consists of three major roads: the North Luzon Expressway, the Manila
North Road and Daang Maharlika Road.
Plans are underway for a heavy rail commuter and freight operation from Metro
Manila to Clark International Airport. This plan paves the way for high speed
service between these cities and along the proposed line.
Sea transport link to the region is provided by Mariveles Port (Zambales) and
Limay Port (Bataan). These ports serve both commodity and passenger transport.
Facilities for water supply are provided both by surface water and underground
sources. Noted surface water project is the Angat Water Supply for MWSS.
Deepwells are found generally in transitional areas between the mountains and the
central plain.
Flood control and drainage requirement along the Pampanga Delta is covered by
an OECF funded Pampanga Delta Project - Flood Control Component.
Other programs like urban and waste collection treatment and disposal systems,
shoreline protection power supply and telecommunication are covered by the ongoing facility improvement of the respective agencies handling it.
Access between Region III and the rest of Luzon is primarily by road transport,
whereas by the region and the rest of the country is by sea and air transport.

Environmental Attributes of the Region
Tourism resources can be categorized under natural systems, socio-economic
systems and others. In the region, the natural systems include: mangroves,
seagrass systems, coral reef systems, sandy beach systems, watersheds, lagoon
and estuaries, coastal seas, forest, caves, etc. Socio-economic systems include
agricultural production systems and urban settlements. "Other" resources would
include human resources, constructed resources, cultural heritage/archaeological
values.
INVENTORY OF TOURISM ASSETS
In 1996, there were 50 DOT accredited hotels in Central Luzon providing 2,487
accommodation facilities. Most of these hotels are classified as standard and
economy hotels. Of these, 30 are located in Angeles City.
There are 107 resorts registered with DOT in Central Luzon, 44% of which are located
in Zambales. Majority of the resorts in Zambales and Bataan are located along their
respective provincial coastlines.
Aside from hotels and resorts, there are 121 lodging houses providing 502
accommodation facilities.
TOURISM POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
The formulation of tourism policy and development strategy is based on the key
development concerns or basic problems besetting the tourism sector of the region.
It sets four main goals:

Economic goal: to optimize the contribution of tourism to economic growth at
national and regional levels;

Socio-cultural goal: to enhance and contribute to social conversion and cultural
preservation at local level;

Physical environmental goal: to develop tourism on an environmentally sustainable
level basis; and

Marketing goal: to develop a diversity of destinations, attractions and markets to
minimize exposure to major internal and external threats to tourism activities.
To achieve these goals, the CLTMP set three basic policies, i.e to provide strong
collaboration with other regions, distribute tourism development opportunities, and
develop tourism with strong sectoral linkages.
The CLTMP envisions to provide "A Well Spring of Diversity" to tourist, both
domestic and foreign. This diversity of attraction is well-defined in each slogan
adopted by its provinces and major cities.

Bataan
:
A Living Monument of Valor, Gallantry
and Heroism

Bulacan
:
Birthplace of Heroes and Sites of
Historic Events

Nueva Ecija
:
The Agricultural Haven of Central Luzon
and Gateway to the Mountains

Pampanga
:
The Culinary Capital North of Manila





Angeles City :
Clark Field
:
The City that has Risen from the Ashes
A Sound Investment for Business in
the Future
Tarlac
:
The Sugarlandia of Central Luzon
Zambales
:
A Perfect Gateway where Sun, Sea and
Sand combine for Unforgettable
Vacations

Subic Bay
:

Olongapo City :
Asia's Resort Suburb- A Great
Base to Be
Where Cleanliness is a Way of Life
These slogans enable the people of Central Luzon to manifest a vision that
combine every attribute each province has:
VISION
"WE, IN CENTRAL LUZON REGION, HOME OF SELF-RELIANT AND
GALLANT PEOPLE, BOUNDED BY ITS BEAUTY, RICH NATURAL
RESOURCES, CULTURAL HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL LANDMARKS
AND CENTER OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WITH GLOBAL
STANDARDS, ENVISION CENTRAL LUZON AS: A WORLD CLASS
TOURIST DESTINATION; CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL EDUCATION;
INVESTMENT HAVEN; AND FOOD BOWL AND CULINARY CAPITAL OF
LUZON."
These slogans are well-anchored to the leading concept of the Central Luzon
Development Program of which tourism is a part which is "One Region-One
Vision." It embodies the concern to integrate potentials and prospects not
only among the six provinces of the region but also among cities.
This vision jives with the Tourism Master Plan of the Philippines that sets the
role of the Luzon cluster as " a multi-faceted destination based on full range
of markets and products."
TOURISM MARKETING PROMOTIONS DEVELOPMENT
Statistics from 1988 to 1996 period revealed the average visitor arrivals to Region III
at 57,473 with 88% domestic and 12% foreign travelers. The average visitor to the
region is primarily male, educated, and travels mainly for business and leisure. He
spends at least 3.6 nights in the region, has an equitable distribution of expenditures,
and does not travel on pre-arranged tour packages.
The forecasts show that person-visits to the region will reach 359,130 by year 2000,
649,000 by year 2015 and 1,000,000 mark by year 2010.
PROPOSED TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
There is an indefinite number of tourism assets in the region. Accounting these versus
the
national
and
regional
distribution
programs
nationwide,
all
these
attractions cannot be developed at the same time. These attractions are listed as they
are grouped into themes and loops, as shown in Table ES. 1.
ECONOMIC EVALUATION
Tourism is an option for socio-economic development. Its impact to the region and to
the country maybe assessed in terms of result of the development of tourism facilities,
attractions and enterprises, and the host-guest relationship.
The quantifiable economic benefits are tax remittances, employment generation,
increased income, and increased foreign exchange inflows. Assuming that fifteen to
twenty percent of the gross receipts from tourists were to be remitted to government
as payment of taxes, this immediately translates to a significant amount. Additional
taxes can be expected from bars, restaurants, entertainment and recreational
establishments, tourist bus operators and others.
The 3 zones: Subic-Olongapo, Clark-Angeles and the area from San Fernando to the
northern portion of Metro Manila, will have a total job potential of about 735,000
benefiting some 2.2 M people.
Overall increase in income can be seen from the multiplier effect that tourism can
contribute. A unit of peso or dollar expenditure translates to more than the original
amount initially spent by the tourist. This study adopts a multiplier factor of 1.67,
although in the input-output multiplier study of the Philippines, a higher multiplier is
obtained.
Weighing the economic cost of tourism infrastructure projects identified vis-a-vis the
economic benefits resulted to viable economic feasibility parameters even with the
most pessimistic scenario of visitors arrival.
TOURISM INVESTMENT PROGRAM
The Central Luzon Tourism Master Plan has a total investment requirement of about
P16.51 billion, of which approximately 37% is slated to be shouldered by the
government sector and 63% by the private sector as shown in Table ES.3.
Summary of LGU's initiated projects are shown in Table ES.2 of which the estimated
amount is incorporated in Table ES.3. Private sector participation in the tourism
development projects can be done either through divestiture, lease, joint venture, and
contracting arrangements. Some modalities of BOT schemes are: Build and Transfer
(BT), Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT), Build-Transfer-Operate (BTO), and BuildOperate-Own (BOO).
ENVIRONMENTAL CAPACITY
In Region III, the capacity of the terrestrial and aquatic environments to support the
basic activities of the people and the biological processes which maintain ecological
balance among the habitats and their components could only be assessed if there
were data like: a) resource base of the people; b) extent of the major habitats; c)
degree of dependency upon these resources and habitats; d) production and
consumption rates; and e) degree of disturbances/destruction both from natural and
user influenced forces. Unfortunately, reliable data on these parameters are
incomplete or almost unknown.
Although cursory at this stage, certain related and indirect parameters, could be useful
as indices to describe Environmental Capacity at the proposed tourism sites. In the
region, especially in Nueva Ecija and Zambales representing the two extremes in
environmental conditions, with the former the more pristine, the latter the more
disturbed, it can be assumed that their dependence upon aquatic and land resources
is from moderate to high. In Zambales, disturbances in coral reefs, seagrass beds, the
seaweed communities, and their associated fisheries indicate a minimal amount of
destruction, especially from man-induced activities. Impacts are caused by natural
stressors like winds and waves.
On Protected Areas System, the CLTMP envisions to be an agent of the nationwide
Integrated Protected Areas System (IPAS). It will initiate management and supportive
activities in priority areas selected both for conservation and tourism by reflecting its
current planning capabilities in budgetary allocations to priority sites.
INSTITUTIONAL MACHINERY
It is a given that a Regional Tourism entity is necessary so that there would be a
single entity that will assure recognition, execution and continuity of the common
objectives for the provinces in the region as provided for in this masterplan.
Essentially, three (3) options are given on the nature of the tourism entity that will be
established, to wit:
1.
The tourism entity can be a government agency.
2.
The tourism entity can be quasi-governmental.
3.
The tourism entity can be privately operated.
Regardless of the nature of the tourism entity, such entity must be of a supraprovincial
nature in its extent of coverage.
A recommended set-up is presented in Figure ES-1, the Regional Tourism Authority. It
is to be headed by a Chairman, who is ideally from the government sector and shall
be included as a member of the Regional Development Council. Divisions include
Marketing, Planning, Development, Education & Training, and the Institutional
Coordinating and Legal.
Figure ES-1
REGIONAL TOURISM AUTHORITY
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL
REGIONAL TOURISM COUNCIL
Private Sector
MARKETING
DIVISION
PLANNING DIVISION
CHAIRMAN
Policy
DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
EDUCATION &
TRAINING DIVISION
INSTITUTIONAL
COORDINATING &
LEGAL DIVISION
Province of Bataan
LOOP 1 - Dinalupihan-Hermosa-Orani-Samal-Abucay-Pilar
Balanga-Bagac-Morong
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Bankal Settlements
Abucay
A barangay created for the Aetas to maintain their
traditional customs and practices.
2.
Mt. Malasimbo
Dinalupihan
A conical-shaped mountain considered as a weather
forecasting area predicting a coming typhoon when its
summit is covered with dark clouds.
3.
Tomas Pinpin Monument
Abucay
A landmark built in memory of the first Filipino printer.
It was in Abucay Church where Tomas Pinpin coauthored and printed the earliest books in the country
with Fr. Blancas de San Jose in 1610.
4.
First Abucay Catholic Church
Abucay
On this site a fierce battle between the Dutch forces
and the natives took place on 23 June, 1647. The
church is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines.
It housed the first printing press in the country which
outdate any single press in the U.S.
5.
Maria Canon Statue
Abucay
This tower was erected for the many who died during
World War II.
6.
Philippine-Japanese Friendship
Tower
Bagac
Landmark symbolizing peace, friendship and reconcilitation between the Philippines and Japan. The
monument tower was found in 1952 by the Risho
Kosekei Group
7.
Battle of Toul Pocket Marker
Bagac
This marks the significant pocket where a battle ensued as a prelude to the final defense of Bataan. The
series of fights to eliminate these Japanese forces
known as the Battle of Pockets fought from January
27 to February 17.
8.
Fall of Bataan Marker
Balanga
A landmark which commemorates the Fall of Bataan
in memory of the war veterans during World War II.
The marker symbolizes the courage and the enduring
commitment of a Filipino soldier to his country.
9.
Surrender Site Marker
Balanga
10. Catholic Church Belfry
Balanga
Place was used as the site for Japanese bombardment of Mt. Samat where both Filipino and American
Forces took their last stand.
11. First Line of Defense Marker
Dinalupihan
It marks the strong line of defense of combine Philippine/USAFFE troops against Japanese invasion
during World War II.
12. Democracy Marker
Hermosa
The place where the last defense of Bataan was given
up during World War II. On 9 April, 1942, Maj. Gen.
Edward King Jr., commander of the U.S. forces in
Luzon officially surrendered to Col. Hakaru Haf at the
compound of Balanga Elementary School under a
mango tree.
Situated at the provincial boundary between Pampanga and Bataan which depicts the role of Bataan in
the fight for freedom and peace in the preservation of
democracy.
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B.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Sibul Spring
Abucay
A natural spring that has sulfuric swimming pool for
therapeutic effect and wide area for recreation.
2.
Pasukulan Falls
Abucay
A natural wonder at the valley of Mt. Natib which has
lush vegetation and unexplored area.
3.
Mt. Silangan
Morong
Has an 80-ft. high waterfall fed from numerous
springs. At the foot of the waterfall is a mediumsized
water pool where visitors can bathe in its refreshingly
coo! but heavy downpour.
4.
East West Beach Resort
Morong
5.
Fine Sand
Morong
6.
Little Miami Beach
Morong
7.
Aspire Beach
Morong
8.
Oro Grande Beach
Morong
9.
Big Splash Resort & Country Club
Orani
10. Anjoline's Resort
11. Paran Hills Mountain Resort
12. Joyous Fishpond Resort
13. Villa Valdecanas Resort &
Restaurant
Orani
Samal
Balanga
Balanga
14. Dunsulan Falls
15. Morning Breeze Resort
16. Sun Moon Beach
17. Fajardo's Beach Resort
18. La Playa Beach Resort
19. Crystal Water Beach Resort
20. Montemar Beach Resort
21. Seaside Resort
22. Raven Resort
Pilar
Bagac
Bagac
Bagac
Bagac
Morong
Bagac
Morong
Abucay
C.
BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL
1.
Bataan Technology Park (former
Phil. Refugee Processing Center)
Morong
2.
Hermosa Agro-Industrial Estate
Hermosa
D.
A temporary settlement area and processing center for
Indo-Chinese refugees migrating to Europe, America
and Pacific countries.
CONVENTION/TRAINING CENTER
1.
Roosevelt National Park
Dinalupihan
2.
NPC Training Center
Bagac
A forest reservation ideal for picnics; has camping ea
for hunting.
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Loop 2 - Pilar-Orion-Limay-Mariveles
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Death March Marker
Limay
A landmark commemorating the infamous death
march.
2.
Lamao World War II Marker
Limay
World War It exempted no place in the province than
this town overlooking Manila Bay and Corregidor.
3.
Mt. Samat
Pilar
Was the scene of the most heroic defensive battle
during World War 11.
4.
Flaming Sword
Pilar
A symbol of the Filipino courage and gallantry in the
face of external threats to the nation's democracy and
peace.
5.
Dambana ng Kagitingan (Shrine of
Valor)
Pilar
A national shrine atop Mt. Samat which immortalizes
the agony of the Filipino and the Americans against
the forces of aggression and articulates the commitment of the Filipino people to freedom and human
dignity.
6.
Zero Kilometer Marker
Mariveles
A marker symbolizing the start of the infamous Death
March.
B.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Talaga Beach
Mariveles
2.
Villa Imperial
Mariveles
3.
Bay Spring Resort
Mariveles
4.
Villa Eden
Orion
5.
Baranda Farm
Limay
C.
BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL
1.
Bataan Export Processing Zone
Mariveles
2.
Petrochemical Industrial Estate
Limay
D.
The enchanting cove and a perfect hideaway from the
madding crowd, where lies the presidential guest of
the former President Ferdinand Marcos.
Site of hundreds o€ foreign-based factories and companies producing items from dolls to automobiles for
export.
CONVENTIONITRAINING CENTER
1.
Hilltop Hotel
Mariveles
2.
Luzon Baptist Camp
Mariveles
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LOOP 1 - San Fernando-Mexico-Sta. Ana-Arayat
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
1.
Death March Marker
Location
San Fernando
Description
The start of the horrendous train ride of "Death
March". Marches were at the town's railroad station
now appropriately marked by a shrine at the station.
This marker is set at the San Fernando Railroad Station commemorating the heroics of the Prisoners of
War (POWs) of World War II who took part in the
horrendous Death March.
2.
Cutud Lentern Rites
San Fernando
(Cutud, San
Pedro)
A re-enactment of Christ's passion and death is done
every year during the lenten season. The reenactment
is complete with the passion play and culminates with
the actual nailing of at least three flagellants on
wooden crosses atop a makeshift
calvary.
3.
Archdiocesian Museum & Archives
San Fernando
Contains antiques and exquisite works of art depicting
cultural heritage, inclination to humanities, artistic
skills and Roman Catholic inspiration of the Pampangos. The museum is at the second floor of Guerero
building in the University of the Assumption. The
archdiocesan archives can be found at the ground
floor of the Mother of Good Counsel Seminary. This
museum and archives are both found in San
Fernando.
The first of its kind in Asia and the world's third. It has
all the elements of traditional Filipino heritage under
one roof, aiming to depict Philippine Christmas all year
round. It is projected to be a major trade and tourism
center not only in the region by throughout the
country.
B.
SPECIAL INTEREST
1.
Paskuhan Village
San Fernando
2.
Mt. Arayat
Arayat
3.
Clark Field Ecozone
Mabalacat
4.
Candaba Swamps
Candaba
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C.
RURAL TOURISM
1.
Mountian Trekking/Biking
Magalang
Arayat)
2.
Giant Lantern Festival
San Fernando
D.
1.
E.
(Mt.
Mountain trekkers/bikers and eventual campers at Mt.
Arayat start at Magalang and ends at the other slope
of Arayat where they can refresh at the National Park
with at least five swimming pools await them.
Days before Christmas, giant lanterns made of
colored crepe and japanese paper with frames of
intricate tinwires skeleton containing electrical
mechanism and a thousand bulbs highlight the San
Fernando Giant Lantern Festival. The lanterns dance,
blink and brilliantly twinkle in kaleidoscopic pattern in
cadence with the band music.
CONVENTION/TRAINING CENTER
Pampanga Agricultural College
Magalang
Located at the scenic foothills of Mt. Arayat, it is one
of the state-owned agricultural colleges in Central
Luzon. Its conference pavillion and natural swimming
area were developed by the Philippine Tourism
Authority. (PTA).
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Mimosa
Clark
2.
Holiday Inn
Clark
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Loop 2 - Angeles City-Mabalacat-San Fernando-Guagua-Sta. Rita-Porac
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Kamikaze East Airfield
Mabalacat
It is from this airfield where the first Kamikaze pilots
took off for their last mission as the official human
bombs on October 24, 1944.
2.
Marcos Santos Residence
Mabalacat
This served as the headquarters of Kamikaze pilots
during World War II.
3.
Marcos Village
Mabalacat
An authentic Negrito Village whose people still practice tribal rituals and customs.
4.
Angeles City Hall Annex Building
Angeles City
General headquarters for Maj. Arthur Mc Arthur in
May 1899 - Seat of the First Philippine Revolutionary
Army under General Emillo Aguinaldo.
5.
Apo Fiesta
Angeles City
Celebrations begin with consecutive masses at the
Holy Rosary Cathedral after which the faithful kisses
the feet of the image of the reclining Christ.
6.
La Naval Fiesta
Angeles City
In commemoration of the Virgin of the Holy Rosary
whose intercession saw the victory of the Spanish
fleet over the Dutch invaders.
B.
1.
BUSINESS PARK/INDUSTRIAL CENTER
Casino Filipino
Angeles City
Located at the Century Resort Hotel Complex in
Balibago, Angeles City. This casino is operated by the
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation.
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LOOP 1 - Gapan-San Isidro-Sta. Rosa-Zaragosa
A.
ECO-TOURISM
Name
1.
B.
Minalungao National Park
Location
Gapan
Description
Declared as a National Park, it features a breathtaking
view of the narrow but deep Penaranda River. On
both sides of the riverbank one looks up to a 16
meters high limestone walls. During the summer
months, when the heat becomes unbearable for the
lowland people, young and old folks flock to the park
to enjoy bathing in temptingly cool and clear water of
Minalungao. It is an hour drive from Cabanatuan City.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Hayner's Resort
Gapan
2.
Rose Garden Resort
San Isidro
3.
Irish Ville Resort
San isidro
4.
Villa Rizza Resort
Sta. Rosa
5.
Allen ville Resort
Sta. Rosa
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Loop 2 - Cabanatuan-Palayan-Laur-Bongabong-Llanera-Talavera
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Camp Pangatian
Cabanatuan City
The shrine now honors the brave rescue of 512 allied
prisoners of war by Filipino guerillas led by the late
Governor Eduardo L. Joson. The camp is a popular
tourist destination area for veterans of World War II
and their families who visit our country under the
Reunion of Peace Program.
2.
General Luna Statue and Marker
Cabanatuan City
A statue of General Luna astride a horse stands at the
plaza of Cabanatuan City in front of the Cathedral.
Gen. Luna was assassinated in the city which
subsequently adopted him.
3.
Mt. Olivete
Bongabong
Pilgrims of the Adarnista Spiritual Community built
their churches on a hilltop which can be reached
through a hundred step stairs carved in stone. An
outdoor overnight stay promises a firefly-lit night,
enchanting its visitors and in the morning, one wakes
to cascading waterfalls whose view adds to its lush
sceneries. Olivete is most famous for its medicinal
springs where pilgrims bathing and drinking are an
everyday sight and every visitor is most welcomed.
4.
Barrio Labi
Bongabong
B.
Located in the town of Bongabong, along the national
highway going to Baler, Quezon, this is the death
place of Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon, the wife of the
late Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Agul Rainbow Resort
Cabanatuan
2.
Kalamandarin Resort
Cabanatuan
3.
Sta. Vista Resort
Cabanatuan
4.
RP Domingo Resort
Cabanatuan
5.
Joey's Picart Grove
Cabanatuan
6.
St. Nicholas Resort
Cabanatuan
7.
La Parilla Inn
Cabanatuan
8.
Village Inn
Cabanatuan
9.
Manria Hotel
Cabanatuan
10. Talon Kalikasan
Palayan City
A natural water falls from the springs of Sierra Madre
mountains just about a kilometer from the Aetas resettlement.
11. BSP Jamboree Site
Palayan City
The largest jamboree site in Central Luzon where the
national jamboree was held in 1968 dubbed as the
"Jamboree of Experience and History".
12. GSP Josefa Llanes Escoda
Campsite
Palayan City
A 12-hectare camping and jamboree site for GSP.
13. Batyawan Park
Palayan
A garden park with open amphitheater and a grotto.
14. Pahingahan Dam
Fort Magsaysay
A rest area for military personnel located in a natural
lake within the camp.
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Loop 3 - Talavera-Llanera-Rizal- Pantabangan-San Jose-Munoz
A.
RESORT/LEISURE
Name
Location
Description
1.
Diamond Park
San Jose City
This park is strategically located at the gateway of the
Cagayan Valley. A haven for picnickers and sightseers, it features a natural panoramic view of an
invigorating and refreshing environment of numerous
parks and gardens landscape on its hills. The river
running its foothills is a summer destination. Climbing
its hundred step stairs, one reaches lamp-lit pagodas
on hill tops offering a panoramic view of northern
Nueva Ecija.
2.
Pantabangan Dam
Pantabangan
Considered to b e a mainstay among tourist spots in
Nueva Ecija, the Pantabangan Dam continue to draw
foreign and local tourists and Balikbayans because of
its domestic scenic ambience and the awesome engineering wonders which anyone can appreciate.
3.
Venus Resort
Talavera
4.
Diadem Hotel
San Jose
5.
Flomar Hotel
San Jose
6.
Corinthian Hotel
San Jose
7.
Travellers Hotel
San Jose
8.
Hotel Tierra
San Jose
9.
Hot Spring of Rizal
Rizal
B.
It is located at barrio Gen. Luna in Rizal town. This
natural spring is proven to be medicinal. Visitors go to
this place for this purpose. The eastern barrio of Rizal
which is nestled uphill on the foot of the Sierra Madre
Mountain ranges boasts of one of Central Luzon's
hidden treasure; a towering waterfall more than a
hundred feet high descends widely across mountain
wall.
EDUCATIONALITRAINING CENTER
1.
Central Luzon State University
Munoz
Located in the outskirts of the town of Munoz, Nueva
Ecija, the 658 hectares main campus of CLSU is
famous for its old and shady trees, its model farms, its
vegetable and ornamental plant garden. It has also
facilities for swimming, basketball and pelota.
Oftentimes, Nueva Ecija is referred to as the
"Agricultural Center of Luzon" because of the presence of CLSU.
2.
Philrice
Maligaya, Munoz
The Philippine Rice Research Institute at Maligaya,
Munoz, Nueva Ecija is the Central Agricultural Experiment Station all over the country, it was created to
develop and implement a natural rice research and
development program, sustain the gains mode in rice
production amd solve location-specific problems of the
whole rice industry.
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Loop 4 - Munoz-San Jose-Lupao-Talugtug-Carranglan
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Diamond Park
San Jose City
This park is strategically located at the gateway of the
Cagayan Valley. A haven for picnickers and sightseers, it features a natural panoramic view of an
invigorating and refreshing environment of numerous
parks and gardens landscape on its hills. The river
running its foothills is a summer destination. Climbing
its hundred step stairs, one reaches lamp-lit pagodas
on hill tops offering a panoramic view of northern
Nueva Ecija.
2.
Dalton Pass
Carranglan
Located in Capintalan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija the
place is about 5 hectares and accessible to any kind
of transportation along the Maharlika Road. The place
has a monument of General Dalton with the historical
accounts of World War II.
Carranglan
Located in the town of Carranglan, the coot breeze
atmosphere of this town is likened to Baguio City thus
earning the title "Little Baguio." However, tourist
facilities are yet to be developed.
B.
1.
RURAL TOURISM
Barrio Puncan
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LOOP 1 - Capaz-Bamban-Concepcion
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
1.
Sto. Domingo Death March Marker
2.
Capas Death March Monument
3.
Location
Description
Capas
The site where about 60,000 Filipino soldiers cramped
like sardines in closed box-cars were unloaded to start
the second phase of the tragic Death March which
was about 1.5 km. north from Capas town proper.
Even from the "disembarkation" point, more than
30,000 of these defenders of democracy perished
from the inhuman treatment they were subjected to
during the trip from Abucay and Mariveles, Bataan to
San Fernando, Pampanga.
Capas
This monument is a historical marker of the infamous
concentration where nearly 30,000 Filipino and
American soldiers that participated in the Death March
perished in 1942. It depicts the endurance and
heroism of valiant soldier-defenders three kilometers
from the town proper along the highway.
Camp O'Donnell
A name that rings a familiar if sad chord in the hearts
of World War II veterans and orphans. O'Donnell is a
sentimental must in the itinerary of History. A Concentration camp and subsequently serving as burial
grounds for thousands of Filipino soldiers who perished during the last World War II. The site was the
ultimate destination of the infamous Death March.
B.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Bueno Hot Spring
Capas
A rich source of tourism revenue once fully developed is the Bueno Hot Springs of Capas located
within the reservation area of the former Clark Air
Base. The terrain is mountainous and the place can
be reached only by trail. The natural geography
around rolling terrain traversed by the newly built
Capas-Botolan Road and a full view of the reservation makes the place truly attractive to both
domestic and foreign tourists. Since this phase is
part of the large tract of hectares to be turned over
the Philippine Government, the opportunity is ripe
for either government or private sector to develop
the place.
2.
Paradise Island
Concepcion
A veritable paradise true to its name "Paradise Island" is all of half a hectare in the middle of a fivehectare man-made lake in Hacienda Tinang, Concepcion, Tarlac. The place can be reached in two
ways: thru the Murcia-VOA route or thru the CAT in
San Miguel (Concepcion via Tinang road). To reach
the island itself is by boat.
The lake is teeming with catfish, mudfish and tilapia
in addition to Japanese carp. Fishing is allowed
anywhere in the lake. All kinds of fruit trees abound
in the island such as Tahiti lime (an aromatic version
of the local calamansi), mangoes, atis, lychees,
champoy, coconut and figs. To make it more colorful
are all kinds of flowering plants.
The thick foliage in the area is the natural sanctuary
of birds and wild ducks. However, hunting is not
allowed in order not to deplete the supply.
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3.
O'Donnel River
Capas
4.
Crow Valley Target Rays
Capas
5.
Malasa Water Falls
Bamban
6.
LaharTrek
Capas
C.
1.
EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING CENTER
Camp Concepcion L. Planas
Concepcion
About 11 kilometers from Tarlac town proper going
west thru the newly constructed paved road is the
GSP Campsite, Camp Concepcion L. Planas named
after late mother of the donor, Atty. Rosario L. Planas, well known civic-minded lady.
The local GSP council aims to develop the place
into an ideal campsite patterned after those in
Manila and or other fully developed camps all over
the country. Already the place is thriving with trees
and shrubs which were planted by sponsors, girl
scouts and their leaders.
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Province of Tarlac
Loop 2 - Tarlac-Mayantoc-Paniqui-Camiling-Gerona
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
1.
Tarlac Provincial Capitol and Maria
Cristina Park
Location
Tarlac
Description
An imposing historical landmark in the province is the
seat of the provincial government, the Capitol Building. Constructed atop a hill, it commands a panoramic
view of the town of Tarlac and its surrounding
environs. Right infront of the building itself with its
ornament plants abloom during most of the year.
The construction of this edifice work was initiated by
Governor Manuel de Leon in 1906 and it was completed under the governorship of the late Hon. Jose
Espinosa in 1909.
True to the vision of its founders, the CAPITOL today
is a must in the provincial travel itinerary of domestic
and foreign institute.
2.
Camiling Church
Camiling
The Catholic Convent of Camiling was the death place
of General Pedro Pedroche and its men in the hands
of Francisco Makabulos and his revolutionary troops
in order of General Luna on char ges of rebellion.
Two great sons of Camiling who have proven their
statesmanship, diplomacy and legal brilliance are
Carlos P. Romulo and Cesar Bengson.
3.
Maria Clara Museum
Camiling
4.
Japanese Memorial Park
Sta. Ignacia
5.
Kumpil ng Bayan/Alimudin Festival
Paniqui
6.
Carlos P. Romulo Memorial
Library
Tarlac
B.
RURAL TOURISM
1.
Stacca Resort/Gossood
Mayantoc
2.
San Isidro Farmhouse
Tarlac
Provides an interesting insight into rural life, very
picturesque idyll setting which offers potential for
development as tourist attraction.
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C.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Dolores Springs
Dolores
2.
Ranig Palace Resort
Paniqui
3.
Grandma's Hotel & Restaurant
Tarlac
4.
Inn on the Park
San Miguel
5.
Asiatic Pension Homes
Tarlac
6.
Del Rosario Resort
Tarlac
7.
Sta. Rita Resort
Tarlac
8.
Wonderland Resort
Bamban
D.
1.
Seven kilometers away from Tarlac town is Dolores
Springs. Its water is believed to be medicinal and for
this, a good number of excursionists old and young
frequent the place. However, as of now, there are no
facilities to give physical comfort to the travelers, like
lodging quarters or waiting sheds.
BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL
Luisita Industrial Land and Park
San Miguel,
Tarlac
Hacienda Luisita is growing into the 21st century. It
started with the progressive evolution of 12,000
hectares of agricultural lands in San Miguel, Tarlac,
Tarlac acquired by Don Jose Cojuangco in 1958.
Luisita Land is a well planned center for gainful enterprises in agriculture, industry and services away
from the congestion of Metro Manila. It fully integrate
urban and rural components. A park-like city where
residential, business and social centers are close to
each other. With a profusion of trees to enhance the
environment and parkways to ensure privacy and feel
of country.
The development is geared to quality and diversity
appealing to mixed wide-based markets. It is peopleoriented with the flexibility to preserve the ecological
balance. The plan draws from the latest and the most
appropriate technology in land planning and site
development, for the maximum benefit of investors
and their work-force.
Luisita is right in the heartland of Luzon, conveniently
linking produce from country to the centers of trade
and leisure. An easy 1 112 hour drive from Manila or
Poro Point in La Union and 2 hours from Subic in
Zambales and Baguio,
All-day transport via the North Expressway and railway traversing the estate. Light plane or helicopter
shuttles from Luisita's private airstrips to Manila (20
minutes flight) and elsewhere. More accessibility with
the reopening of Laoag's International Airport and the
commercial conversion of nearby Clark Air Base.
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2.
Cat Sugar Mills and Paniqui Sugar
Mills
Tarlac/Paniqui
The province has two sugar mills that help boost its
economy. One is in Tarlac and the other is in Paniqui.
CAT is presently under Rehabilitation.
Both are educational and aesthetic areas for package
tours for student populace.
Paniqui Sugar Mills is 2 kilometers from the town
proper which is accessible by all means of transportation. CAT Sugar Mills in San Miguel, Tarlac located
in sprawling plantation of about four thousand hectares. Privately owned the areas can be reached thru
a network of good roads and helicopter.
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Province of Zambales
LOOP 1 - Subic-Castillejos-San Antonio-San Narciso-San FelipeCabangon-Botolan
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Mt. Mabanban
San Antonio
An ideal setting for summer camping and mountaineering. A magnificent vista of Subic Bay area while
one is at its peak.
2.
Mt. Pinatubo
Botolan
Made famous for its catastrophic eruption in 1991,
now a source of travel and study among tourists and
travelers visiting Central Luzon. Among the travel
destinations covered by Mt. Pinatubo include Botolan
Resettlement Sites in Taugtog, Loob-Bunga and
Baquilan where one may indulge in community immersion with the culture-bound native Aetas; Bucao
River, now completely covered with lahar, where one
may engage in a walking Safari towards the foothills of
the dreaded volcano; Pinatubo lake in San Marcelino,
Zambales to see a panoramic vista of the volcano and
an opportunity to walk up to the Pinatubo crater.
3.
Caracol Boat
Subic
4.
Binabayani
Subic
5.
Kalighawan
Subic
6.
Magsaysay Ancestral House
Castillejos
7.
Port Paynawen
Botolan
This is celebrated every second Sunday of May during
the Barangay Fiesta of Calapandayan, Subic,
Zambales, wherein the patron Saint, San Roque is
paraded in the sea through basnig or big boat with
banda.
Zambales version of Ati-atihan. This is a war dance
between the Christians and the aetas, and is being
celebrated every 30th of November during the feast of
San Andres, patron saint of Masinloc. People
believe that with Binabayani they are assured of bountiful harvest.
Kalighawan, which means happiness, is a province
wide festival of Zambales where in all the thirteen (13)
municipalities participate. It include cleanliness and
beautification contest and some other projects. It is
celebrated every 2nd week of February at the capital
town of Iba.
An old house of late President Ramon Magsaysay that
is found in Castillejos, Zambales. It is in need of being
restored as a historical landmark and probable
museum for Zambales.
The famous fortress, whose walls still stand on the
bank of Bancal River in Barangay Parel, Botolan was
once the most formidable garrison in Central Luzon.
An old catholic church built in 1700 out of coral blocks.
8.
9.
Botolan Church
Botolan
Saint Augustine Cathedral
10. Birth Marker of late President
Magsaysay
Iba
Catholic church built in 1700 out of coral limestone.
A historical place where the late President Ramon
Magsaysay popularly known as "The Guy" or "Man of
the Masses" was born on August 31, 1907 located
beside the Philippine Independence Church along
Magsaysay Avenue, Iba, Zambales.
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B.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Snake Island
Subic
An island with complete recreational facilities very
ideal place for relaxation. Include swimming, scuba
diving, boating and other water sports such as regatta,
water skiing and wind surfing.
2.
Balon Fails
Subic
A perfect paradise for nature lovers with crystal-clear
water fresh from the falls, where fragrance of wild
flowers and trees surrounds the whole place, and only
the sound of the birds and wild animals breaks the
tranquility of the place.
3.
Silanguin Bay
San Antonio
Endowed with abundant marine resources and wild
animals, it is one of five causes soon to be developed
into a fish sanctuary. Naturally, an ideal place to visit
for scuba diving and snorkeling.
4.
Capones Island
San Antonio
It is where the light house is located. It has almost
complete facilities for thrill lovers. Ideal place for
fishing and boating.
5.
Roma's Beach Resort
Calapandayan,
Subic
6.
Miami Beach Resort
Cawag, Subic
7.
Paradise Beach Resort
Matain, Subic
8.
Playa Del Sol Beach Resort
Kabitaogan,
Subic
Facilities: Volleyball court, stand-by generator
Services Offered: laundry
9.
White Rock Quality Resort Hotel
Matain, Subic
Dining room, Lounge room with TV, Piped-in Music,
Bar & KTV, Multi-purpose hall & function rooms, cudosouvenir shops and sports facilities. Services offered laundry, bell, telegraph/telex, sauna massage, shuttle
& foreign exchange counter.
10. The Subic Beach
Purok 1 Calapacuan, Subic
11. Villa Garcia Beach Resort
Brgy. Pundakit,
San Antonio
12. Hi-way Resthouse
West Dirita, San
Antonio
13. Big Four Resthouse
West Dirita
Dining room and bar, stand-by generator
14. Capones Beach Resort
Brgy. Pundaquit
Dining room and bar, lounge with TV, piped-in music,
curio-souvenir shops & sports facilities like surfing,
diving, boat trips & mountain walks.
15. Sabina Beach Resort
La Paz, San
Narciso
16. Crystal Beach Resort
–do –
17. Fil-Aussie Beach Resort
18. Arle Beach Resort
Binoclutan,
Botolan
– do –
19. Tropical Beach Resort
Porac, Botolan
20. La Playa del Norte
Amingan, Iba
21. Balitok Beach Resort
– do –
22. Colico Beach Resort
– do –
23. Ednest Beach Resort
Bangatalinga, Iba
Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, pipe-in music,
multi-purpose hall & sports facilities (basketball).
Bangatalinga, Iba
24. Sand Valley
Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, nightclub, multipurpose hall, curio-souvenir shop & sports facilities
darts- table tennis, billiards, etc.)
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25. Rama Beach Resort
C.
Bangatalinga, Iba
SPECIAL INTEREST
1.
Subic Freeport Zone
Subic
2.
Olongapo City
Olongapo
D.
Dining room & bar, lounge with TV, nightclub/disco,
multi-purpose hall & sports facilities (scuba diving,
fishing, volleyball).
BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL
1.
La Sirena Beach Resort & Hotel
Cabitangan,
Subic
2.
Mama Dear Hotel
Palanginan, Iba
Facilities: Dining room and bar sports facilities
Services Offered: Laundry & bell service
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Province of Zambales
LOOP 2 - Palauig-Masinloc-Candelaria-Sta. Cruz
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
1.
Sto. Nino Cave
2. Sagrada Familia Cave
B.
Location
Description
Candelaria
Carved out of a fissure on the earth's crust, this cavern measures about 50 by 75 meters. At its central
wall sits an altar with the images of the Holy Family.
The weird cross in the background is a makeshift of
human femur bones. The unique charm of the cave is
the presence of petrified giant clam (taklobo)
measuring two feet in diameter imbedded in the rocky
stratum of the cave's ceiling.
Sta. Cruz
Found along the cliff side of the Zambales mountain
ranges, the Sagrada Familia Cave is typical of others
except that a mysterious formation of the
image of the Holy Family was caused by a continuous
dripping from the apex of the cavern. Evidence of
coral fragments along the cliff side point to the fact
that the area was millions of years ago part of an
ocean bed.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
San Salvador Island
Masinloc
2.
Baloc-Baloc Spring
Sta. Cruz
3.
Trigon Beach Resort
Sto, Rosario
4.
Paynauen Beach Resort
Lipa-Dingin
5.
Manang Precing Beach Resort
Lipa-Dingin
6.
Sunset View Beach Resort
Amungan, Iba
7.
Herra Beach Resort
Bangatalinga, Iba
8.
Ti-Umoc Beach Resort
9.
Vicar Beach Resort
Its abundance in marine resources has made it most
famous as scuba divers paradise in Central Luzon.
Divers would certainly love feasting their eyes on
seeing the largest Manta Rays, rich fruit bearing trees
like mangoes, clear water, smooth beaches coupled
with powdery white sand and cool sea breeze.
After a brief but ardous trek thru rocky paths one is
rewarded with a magnificent spectacle: a waterfall
right inside this cave. From a height of about 10
meters, naturally cool spring water gushes out of the
cavernous ceiling and to the cave's grotesque rocky
walls. Down under a nature-formed swimming pond
awaits the exhausted trekker.
Bangatalinga, Iba
10. Luming Beach Resort
Amungan, Iba
Bangatalinga, Iba
Bangatalinga, Iba
Bangatalinga, Iba
11. El Czar Beach Resort
Uacon,
Candelaria
12. White Sand Beach Resor
Libertador,
Candelaria
13. Isla Vesta Beach Resort
14. Chilsea Beach Resort
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15. Cire Beach Resort
Libertador,
Candelaria
16. Sgt. Juan Beach Resort
Libertador,
Candelaria
17. Dawal Beach Resort
Uacon,
Candelaria
18. Happy Beach Resort
Longos, Sta.
Cruz
19. Taclobo Lodge
Lipay, Sta. Cruz
20. Hidden Paradise Beach
Bolita Sta. Cruz
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Province of Bulacan
LOOP 1 - Malolos-Guiguinto-Balagtas-Bocaue-Marilao-MeycauayanObando-Bulacan
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Barasoain Church
Malolos
A national shrine, site of Constitutional Convention of
the First Philippine Republic. In its convent the University of the Philippines was first housed. Today, it
has become the symbol of the province's glorious past
and the site of great events.
2.
Casa Real
Malolos
Printing press during the Malolos Republic. It was
restored in 1832 and converted into a munidpal library. Presently, it is a museum used as the final
repository of still existing memorabilias.
3.
Instituto de Mujerres
Malolos
The place where the Women of Malolos classes. It is
the address used by Dr. Jose his famous letter to the
Women of Malolos.
4.
Bahay na Tisa
Balagtas
One of the oldest known tiled-roof house in the province. Constructed in 1840 with exhibits mixture of
mestiso, Spanish and native Tagalog designs.
5.
Gat. Ciriaco Contreras Marker
Meycauayan
A monument in memory of the Commander who
fought in a fierce battle against Spanish soldiers in
Brgy. Bangkal.
6.
Obando Church
Obando
Venue of the famous fertility dance and numerous
miracles.
7.
Old Malhacan Church
Meycauayan
A 400-year old edifice, a mute witness of the history of
Meycauayan.
8.
Kamistisuhan Houses
Malolos
Located at the pariancillo of Malolos. They typify the
intricate architectural designs of Spanish buildings
during that time. An example is the house of Don Jose
Bautista which was built in 1877. It was the first House
of Interiors during the First Philippine Republic.
9.
Barasoain Museum
Malolos
A museum managed by the National Historical Institute where religious artifacts of the province are displayed.
10. Siar Tree
Malolos
Now known as the "Kalayaan Tree" that was planted
by Pres. Aguinaldo during a lull in the Malolos Convention.
11. Bocaue Museum
Bocaue
B.
Houses a collection of municipal antiques and priceless array of artifacts.
RURAL TOURISM
1.
Liputan Island
Meycauayan
Surrounded by fishponds and accessible only through
water transportation.
2.
Ste. Nino Fiesta
Malolos
Every last Sunday of January, Malolos hosts a colorful
Sto. Nino procession dedicated to the infant Jesus.
The festivities begin with an exhibit of "ninos" and
culminate in a grand procession of hundreds of folk,
antique and new statues of the Holy Child in different
manifestation as shepherd boy, as keeper of the
world, as a sleeping child, etc.
3.
Marilao Catholic Church
Marilao
A 17th-century Roman Catholic Church.
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4.
Obando Town Fiesta
Obando
Celebrated from May 15-19. Couples who are childless can take this occasion to appeal for heavenly
intercession and dance to please the Virgin of
Salambao, St. Pascual de Bailon and Sta. Clara.
Maiden and bachelors who want husbands and wives
can dance for their mates. Farmers also thank the
Virgin for bountiful harvests.
5.
Hanging Bridge
Marilao
A wooden hanging bridge connecting Barangays
Lambakin and Sta. Rosa. It offers a serene atmosphere of the surrounding for the people who want to
be close to nature.
6.
Fluvial Festival of Bocaue
Bocaue
A festival held on the first Sunday of July. Observed in
honor of the Holy Cross of Wawa (Mahal na Krus sa
Wawa) which is said to have saved the life of an old
woman who was drowning. The main feature of this
fiesta celebration is the Pagoda which glides along the
Bocaue River. The Pagoda is gaily decorated
structure riding on a huge banca. People from all
walks of life enjoy the ride on the Pagoda. Feasting on
sumptuous food while the music plays
C.
ECOLOGY TOURISM
1.
Prenza Dam
Marilao
Serves as the checkgate to prevent water overflow
from destroying rice crops in the area.
2.
Ipo Dam
Norzagaray
Its name is synonymous to gallantry, bravery and
heroism.
D.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Domingo Resort
Bulacan
Swimming pool and cottages.
2.
Evangelista Resort
Bulacan
Swimming pool, cottages, fishing grounds.
3.
Maglalang Resort
Bulacan
Swimming pool and cottages.
4.
Cafe Valenzuela Resort Center
Guiguinto
Offers sports facilities such as bowling, tennis,
swimming pools, restaurants and accommodations.
5.
Golden Shower Resort
Guiguinto
(Bgy. Tabe)
It has one big swimming pool, a wide picnic area and
parking space.
6.
DJ Paradise Resort
Malolos
(Bgy. Dakila)
A class-A resort with 5 swimming pools, slides, cottages, recreational facilities, tennis and basketball
courts.
7.
Fantasy Island Resort
Guiguinto
(Bgy. Tiaong)
Offers food and accommodation, fine scenery with
swimming pools.
8.
Lucky Garden Resort
Malolos
Playgrounds, swimming pools, accommodations.
E.
1.
TRAININGSICONFERENCES & MEETINGS
Hiyas Museum
Malolos
Houses a collection of valuable relics and mementos,
articles, documents and handicrafts of the Philippine
Revolution in Malolos. Aims to promote the cultural
heritage and tradition of Bulacan.
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Province of Bulacan
Loop 2 - Malolos-Calumpit-Paombong-Hagonoy
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Calumpit Bridge
Calumpit
Site of the first battle between Filipinos and American
soldiers during the retreat of Aguinaldo to the Ilocos
Region.
2.
Calumpit Church
Calumpit
Built in 1575. It has a built-in tunnel where revolutionaries and Spaniards were buried during the war.
This was also Gen. Tanaka's (of the Japanese Imperial Army) last battle field.
3.
Calumpit Town Fiesta
Calumpit
San Juan, the town's patron saint, is honored with a
clay fluvial parade during the celebration.
Plaridel
Mandel Death marker of Col. Stotsenberge of
Nebraska Volunteer Infantry and Captain of the 6th
US Cavalry. He was the prominent casualty of the
PhilippineAmerican War. He was defeated and killed
by the forces of Gen. Gregorio del Pilar.
B.
1.
C.
1.
RURAL TOURISM
Col. John Strotsemberge Marker
RESORT AND LEISURE
Aroma Beach
Hagonoy
Sandy beach with aroma plants
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Loop 3 - Pulilan-Baliuag-Bustos-Angat-Pandi-Sta. Maria
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Site of Kakarong Battle
Pandi
This is the site of the Republic of Real de Kakarong de
Sili of 1896.
2.
Sta. Maria Church
Sta. Maria
An ancient 18th-century church, part and parcel of
Bulacan's era that resisted the American regime.
3.
Angat Church
Angat
A 400-year old church.
4.
Baras Bakal
Angat
A stone cave which was the first choice of the Katipunan as a hideout before they finally selected Biakna-Bato. Now a popular summer picnic place.
5.
Huseng Batute Marker
Sta. Maria
A simple marker in honor of the country's King of
Balagtasan.
6.
Old Municipal Building
Baliuag
A 200-year old building, now converted into a Municipal Museum and Library.
7.
Pulilan Fiesta Carabao Festival
Pulilan
Thousands of work animals, mostly carabaos, are led
on a parade on the streets of the town every May 1415 to honor its patron saint, St. Isidro Labrador . The
carabaos genuflect or kneel in front of the church and
are decorated with garlands and shaved for the occasion.
B.
ECOLOGY TOURISM
1.
Bustos Dam
Bustos
The longest "sectors gate" in the world. This is the
huge reservoir of the Angat Hydroelectric plant at
Barrio Hilltop. It serves as the source of electric power
in the province and Metro Manila.
2.
Grotto Central Church
San Ildefonso
The place is memorable because of the Grotto and
statue of the Virgin Many, the beautiful landscape and
the natural scenery.
3.
Angat Hydroelectric Plant
Angat
One of the largest dams in the country which supplies
water to the Greater Manila Area. It facilitates fishing
and boating in a man-made lagoon and hunting in the
nearby area.
C.
RESORT AND LEISURE
1.
Miracle Resort and Picnic
Bustos
(Bgy. Tibagan)
It has two swimming pools, picnic huts with good
parking space.
2.
Summer Place Resort
Bustos
Located in front of Miracle Resort. It has two swimming pools for children and adult, picnic huts and
parking space.
3.
Denverland Resort
Sta. Maria (Bgy.
San Gabriel)
It has two big swimming pools for adults and two
swimming pools for children, bowling lanes, atari and
a good parking area.
4.
Long Meadows Resort
Sta. Maria
Aside from swimming, they also offer lodging services.
5.
Pandi Mineral and Bath Spring
Resort
Pandi
Famous for its mineral water which is found to have
medicinal and curative effect.
6.
Villa Lorenzo
Pulilan
Swimming pool and cottages.
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Loop 4 - San Ildefonso-San Miguel
A.
HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL
Name
Location
Description
1.
Don Felipe Buencamino Marker
San Miguel
A marker honoring the leading cabinet member of
Aguinaldo. As a student of UST, he led the first student activist demonstration in 1869 and put up wall
posters along the Puente de Espana.
2.
Dona Narcisa B. de Leon House
San Miguel
Owned by Dona Sisang of LVN Pictures; two of her
grandchildren are film director Mike de Leon and
Ambassador Narcisa "Ching" de Leon-Escalar.
3.
Lipana House
San Miguel
Originally owned by Damaso Sempio, a nephew of
Gen. Gregorio del Pilar. General Pilar slept here once.
The house is now owned by Dr. Marcelo Lipana,
nephew of the wife of Don Damaso Sempio.
4.
Mosesgeld House
San Miguel
Originally owned by the father of Jose Mosesgeld
Santiago y Fonte. He won the first prize in the Enrico
Caruso International Singing Competition in New
York, USA and the first Filipino to have sung at the La
Salle de Milan, Italy. The house is now owned by his
nephew, Judge Ignacio.
5.
San Miguel Catholic Church
San Miguel
A church built by the Agustinian friars more than
200years ago.
6.
Siojo House
San Miguel
Owned by Siojo Family of which former NBI Director
Alfredo Siojo Lim (now Manila Mayor) is a member.
7.
Viola House
San Miguel
The original owner is Dr. Maximo Viola, a companion
of Dr. Jose Rizal in Europe by the time he was writing
his two famous novels - El Filibusterismo and Noli Me
Tangere.
8.
Madlum Cave
San Miguel
Characterized by three grand portals leading to a 50m
long cavern, large pinacled vertical rocks abound the
banks of the nearby Madlum River. To the right of the
first portal is the statue of Mother Mary to whom
residents pay homage on a regular basis. It is
believed to be the place where St. Michael, the town's
patron saint, was found. A scenic spot where
stalagmites and stalactites delight excursionists and
nature lovers.
9.
Bulusukan
San Ildefonso
A garrison of "insurrectos" during the Spanish regime.
10. Aguinaldo Cave
San Miguel
The exact place where the late hero Emilio Aguinaldo
once took refuge while leading the resistance movement against the Spanish and American colonizers. It
contains "palisades" or rows of columns which developed into wall partitioning the cave area into
several rooms known as "cuarto-cuarto" caves.
The grandfather of the former congressman Don Felix
de Leon and a close friend of Dr. Jose Rizal.
11. Ancestral Home of Former Cong.
Jose "Boji" Cabochon
San Miguel
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B.
1.
C.
1.
ECOLOGY TOURISM
Tilandong Falls
San Miguel
A natural falls which is now tapped as a source of
electric power as well as irrigation.
RESORT AND LEISURE
Francis Resort
The rivershore has nipa sheds and narra chairs.
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Table ES.2
SUMMARY OF LGU-INITIATED PROJECTS IN REGION III
Province/Project
Bataan
1. Democrat & Boundary Marker in Balsik, Hermosa
2. Dev't. of Surrender Site into Historical Park at Balanga
3. Dev't. of Tourism Beach Resort at Morong
4. Eco-tourism Project at Tala, Orani
5. Dev't. of Waterfall at Palili, Samal
6. Imp. of Sibul Spring at Abucay
7. Dev't. of Dunsulan Falls at Pilar (Const. of Road)
8. Restor. of Cayetano Arellano ancestral home at Orion
9. Restor. of Zero Kilometer Marker Death March at Mariveles and Bagac
10. Const. of Bataan Tourism Center at Balanga
11. Const. of Tourist Halfway Inn at Balsik, Hermosa
Cost (PM)
5.00
8.00
10.00
6.00
10,00
10.00
6.50
3.00
8.00
30.00
12.00
Submitted by
Provl. Govt. of Bataan
Provi. Govt. of Bataan
Morong
Municipality of Orani
Municipality of Samal
Municipality of Abucay
Municipality of Pilar
DOT/LGU
DOT/LGU
Provl. Govt. of Bataan
Municipality of Hermosa
Bulacan
1. Beautification of Bocaue River
2. Imp. of Pamarawan Beach Resort
3. Const. of Pulilan Landmark
25.00 Provl. Govt. of Bulacan
10.00 DOT/LGU
10.00 DOT/LGU
Nueva Ecija
1. Dev't. of Labi Natural Spring
2. Dev't. of the place of death of Dona Aurora Quezon at Bongabong
3. Dev't. of Olivete Natural Spring at Bongabong
4. Estab. of Prov'I. Tourism Center at Palayan City
5. Imp. of Historical Landmarks at Talugtog
6. Imp. of Historical Landmark of the "First Cry of Nueva Ecija"
7. Const. of Municipal Museum and Tourism Center at San Isidro
10.00
5.00
10.00
30.00
6.00
8.00
15.00
Provl. Govt. of Nueva Ecija
Municipality of Bongabong
Municipality of Bongabong
Provl. Govt. of Nueva Ecija
DOT/LGU
Provi. Govt. of Nueva Ecija
Municipality of San Isidro
Province/Project
Cost PM
Submitted by.
8.
Imp. of Wagas Monument Historical Landmarks
15.00
DOT/LGU
9.
Dev't. of Hot Spring at Sitio Mainit, San Isidro, Laur
10.00
Municipality of Laur
19.50
DOT/LGU
11. Imp. of Bato Ferry River"Summer" Resort
6.50
DOT/LGU
12. Dev't. of Diamond Park in Bg . Tazabo, San Jose City
8.00
San Jose City
13. Imp. of Palaspas Falls
6.50
DOT/LGU
10. Dev't. of Lagbak, Malotabe and Alintutuan Falls
Pampanga
1.
Clark Field Centennial Park
1,500
2.
Const. of On-Site Archeological Museum at Porac
3.
Mt. Arayat Development
72.00
4.
McArthur Highway Dev't. (bet. S. F. & Angeles City)
40.00
5.
Sunken Church at Bacolor
10.00
8.50
Clark Airbase
DOT/LGU
DOT
Tarlac
1.
Restor. of the Capas Death March Shrine
5.00
DOT/LGU
2.
Lig hts ands Sound Proj. at Campo’Donnell in Capas
5.00
DOT/LGU
3.
Dev. of Tarlac Tourism Complex at Paniqui
4.
Restor. of Century old Convent
30.00
5.00
Provl. Gov't. of Tarlac
DOT/LGU
Zambales
1.
Reconst. of Fort Playa Honda
2.
Const. of Zambales Convention Center at Iba
30.00
Provl. Gov't. of Zambales
3.
Conversion of Mt. Ta ulao to Eco-Tourism Resort at Palaui
25.00
DOTILGU
4.
Subic Municipal Park at Subic
6.50
DOT/LGU
5.
Conversion of Ramon Magsaysay House into a
6.
8.50
Heritage House at San Antonio
15.00
Rehab. of Small Parks in Olongapo City
5.00
TOTAL
2068.50
Table ES.3
OVERALL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT TIMEPLAN IMPLEMENTATION (MP)
Projects/Activities
Funding Source
Agency Responsible
1997-2000 2001-2005 2006-2010
1.0 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
1.1 Highway/Loop Destinations
Private Sectors, NGO's
-
-
-
1.2 Local Attractions
Private Sectors, NGO's
-
-
-
1.3 Touring/Viewing/Shopping
1.4 Support Facilities
2.0 ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES
Private Sectors, NGO's
-
-
-
DOT, LGU, Pvt. Sector,NGOs
2,068.50
2,482.20
2,978.64
Private Sector
333.90
1,307.25
2,576.18
LGU's, NGO's
510
260
130
735
735
3.0 PARKS & RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES
4.0 INFRASTRUCTURES
4.1 Telecommunications Network
4.2 Water Supply
4.2.1 Mt. Pinatubo Affected Areas
960
4.2.2 Bulacan Central Water Supply
4.2.3 Olongapo City Water Supply
Bulacan Water District
735
Olongapo City WD
355
4.2.4 LWUA Water Supply
231
4.2.5 Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Imp.
ADB-DILG
115
4.3 Sewerage Treatment & Disposal
4.4 Power & Energy
4.4.1 300MW Bataan Comb. Cycle Power
4.4.2 60OMW Masinloc Coal-Fired Thermal
NPC
ADB,J-Exim
NPC
4.4.3 Enron II Diesel Power Plant
BOT
NPC
4.4.4 Edison Cogen Power
BOO
NPC
4.4.5 Masinloc-Labrador 230KV Trans. Line
KFW
NPC
WB,J-Exim,ICG
NPC
OECF
DPWH
ADB
DILG
4.4.6 Northwestern Luzon Backbone T/L
4.5 Flood Control, Drainage &
Shoreline Protection
4.5.1 Pampanga Delta Dev't.-FC Comp.
4.5.2 Const. of 700M Seawall at
Masinloc
4.6 Sanitation & Waste Management
4.7 Social Infrastructure
4.7.1 Health Facilities
DOH
4.7.2 Educational Facilities
DECS
5.0 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
&INFRASTRUCTURE
5.1 Airports
5.1.1 Clark Int'I. Airport
BCDA
5.1.2 Subic Int'I. Airport
SBMA
5.1.3 Castillejos
DOTC
5.1.4 Iba
DOTC
250
5.2 Seaports
5.2.1 Port of Mariveles
5.2.2 Port of Limay
5.2.3 Vessel Fleet Modernization
PPA
PPA
Private Sector
5.3 Road Works
5.3.1 Manila Coastal Road
DPWH & Private Sector (BOT)
5.3.2 San Fernando-Dinalupihan Road
DPWH
5.3.3 Dinalupihan-Olongapo Road
DPWH
5.3.4 Dinalupihan-Angeles Road
DPWH
NOTE: Built-Operate-Transfer (BOT); Govt. of the Phil. (GoP); Overseas Economic Cooperation Fund (OECF); Asian
Devt. Bank (ADB); Japan Export/import Bank (J-Exim); World Bank (WB).
Projects/Activities
Funding Source Agency Responsible
5.3.5 Damaged Road 8 Bridge Rehab.
ADB
5.3.6 Access Roads to Resettlement
1997-2000 2001-2005 2006-2010
DPWH
DPWH, LGU
Areas Deft.
5.3.7 Rural Road Dev't.
ADB
5.3.8 Angeles Bypass Dev't.
DPWH
5.3.9 Cabanatuan Bypass Dev't.
DPWH
5.3.10 Cabanatuan Common Bus Terminal
DILG-LGU
5.3.11 Sierra Madre (Marginal) Highway
5.3.12 North Luzon Expressway Ext.
DPWH
DPWH
BOT
PNCC/BENPRESS
5.3.13 Iba-Tarlac Road
DPWH
5.3.14 Capas-La Paz-Cabanatuan Road
DPWH
5.3.15 Mariveles-Bagac-Morong-Olongapo Rd.
DPWH
5.3.16 Tarlac Bypass
DPWH
5.3.17 Olongapo Bypass
DPWH
5.3.18 Manila-Bataan-Subic Coastal Road
DPWH
1,948
1,168
5.4 Railway
5.4.1 Rehab./Upgrading of PNR Mainline
North
TOTAL
PNR
16,512.67 5,308.40
4,784.45
6,419.82
NOTE: Built-Operate-Transfer (BOT); Govt. of the Phil. (GoP); Overseas Economic Cooperation Fund (OECF); Asian
Devt. Bank (ADB); Japan Export/import Bank (J-Exim); World Bank (WB).