Region II Central Luzon – Key Attractions and Festivals (Review Flashcards)

Flashcards covering major attractions, activities, and festivals across Central Luzon provinces (Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Zambales, Tarlac).

Which town in Aurora is listed as the birthplace of Philippine surfing?

Baler

Name the three major tourist attractions in Baler, Aurora.

Sabang Beach; Dicasalarin Cove; Ditumabo Falls

What are the three major activities in Baler, Aurora?

Surf at Sabang Beach; Bask in the clear blue waters at Dicasalarin Cove; Go snorkeling at Dicasalarin Bay

What is the major festival listed for BalER, Aurora?

Coco-Sabutan Festival

Name the public transportation options listed for Region II (Aurora).

Tricycles, Jeepneys, Buses

What languages are spoken in Baler, Aurora?

Ilocano, Tagalog, English

What are the payment options in BalER?

Cash, Credit/Debit Card

What inland landmark crosses the Tibag-Sabang River in Baler?

Baler Hanging Bridge

Which landmark overlooks Dicasalarin Cove to the east of Baler?

Baler Lighthouse

How far is Baler from Manila?

231 kilometres (144 miles) northeast of Manila

Name the three major tourist attractions listed for Balanga, Bataan.

Divine Mercy Shrine; Bataan World War II Museum; Bataan National Park

What is the major festival in Balanga, Bataan?

Banga Festival

What was Balanga City's population according to the 2015 census?

96,061

How far is Balanga from Manila and from San Fernando, Pampanga?

Approximately 318 kilometres from Manila and 543 kilometres from San Fernando, Pampanga

Name three major tourist attractions in Bulacan.

Barasoain Church; Casa Tribunal de Malolos; Casa Real Shrine

What is the major festival in Malolos City?

Sto. Niño de Malolos Festival

What is notable about the 1899 Malolos Constitution?

It was the first republican constitution in Asia

List the nicknames for Malolos City.

The Cradle of the Philippine Republic; The Renaissance City; The Historic and Heritage City of Bulacan

What was Malolos' population according to the 2015 census?

252,074

Name three major attractions in Nueva Ecija's Palayan City (Palayan).

San Antonio; Cabanatuan City; San Jose City

What are the three major activities in Palayan City?

Minalungao National Park; PMP Paradise Farm; NFA Museum

What is the major festival in Palayan City?

Araquio Festival

What is Araquio?

A genre of Spanish-era folk theater Moro-moro or comedy staged annually in May

Where is Araquio traditionally staged?

Penaranda, Nueva Ecija

Name three major attractions in San Fernando Pampanga.

Sky Ranch Pampanga; Holy Rosary Parish Church; Betis Church

What is San Fernando City known for during Christmas?

The Christmas City of the Philippines and the Giant Lantern Festival

What is the major festival in San Fernando, Pampanga?

Hot Air Balloon Festival

How far is San Fernando City from Manila?

66 kilometres north of Manila

Name three major attractions in Tarlac City.

Aquino Center and Museum; Tarlac Recreational Park; Kart City Tarlac

What is the major festival in Tarlac City?

Malatarlak Festival

What is the population of Tarlac City according to the 2015 census?

342,493

Name three major attractions in Iba, Zambales.

Bagsit River; White Sand Beach Resort; Dianne Beach Resort

What is the major festival in Iba, Zambales?

Dinamulag Festival

What is the population of Iba according to the 2015 census?

50,506

What nickname is commonly used for Zambales due to its coastal character?

Beach Capital of Zambales

What river is known as the Enchanted River in Palauig, Zambales?

Bagsit River