4. Province of Laguna
is located southeast of
Metro Manila, the capital
of the Philippines. Laguna
was named after the
Spanish word “laguna”
which literally means
lagoon or lake. The
province’s previous
complete name given by
the Spaniards was “La
Provincia de la Laguna de
Bay.” Laguna was
founded in July 28, 1571.
It is now more than 400
years old (435 years old)
as a province.
5.
6. Mt. Makiling
is a potentially active volcano in Laguna
province on the island of Luzon,
Philippines. It rises to 1,090 m above
mean sea level.Since its adoption as a
protected area by the University of the
Philippines, Mt. Makiling has become
one of the “mainstay” destinations for
mountaineers, as well as scientists and
tourists. The forest, which was restored
during the 1910s, remains in pristine
condition; a plethora of birds, reptiles,
and other fauna continue to thrive in
Makiling. Due to its popularity, the trails
leading to Peak 2 are well-established,
and no guide is necessary to climb the
mountain. Although extensive damage
was wrought by typhoon ‘Milenyo’ in
2006, as of the 2009 climbing season the
UPLB trail has recovered and is now
open for climbing. Mount Makiling in
Laguna is a legendary mountain named
after its mystical dweller and protector -
Maria Makiling. In fact, Mount Makiling
is an inactive volcano. The mountain is
ideal for hiking, camping, trekking,
mountain biking, and bird watching.
7. MT.BANAHAW
is actually a volcano
and has been one of
the favorite trekking
and hiking spots for
thrill -seekers. For
locals, it is considered
a pilgrimage and they
even call it ‘Holy
Mountain’. Some
even believe that
there were a number
of apparitions that
happened in the area.
8.
9. Makiling Botanic
Garden
located inside the
University of the Philippines
Los Baños Campus, an area
where you will see diverse
flora and fauna. Enjoy
unique and exotic plant
species that you haven’t
seen. Take photos of them,
breathe fresh air,
appreciate nature and walk
around the garden. It is best
to go there in the morning
to see its beauty. It was also
designated as a tourist
destination and as
educational and
recreational facility for the
general public since 1965.
10.
11. VILLA ESCUDERO
IN SAN PABLO CITY
A huge coconut plantation which
is located in 3 municipalities and 2
provinces (San Pablo City in
Laguna, Tiaong and Dolores in
Quezon). If you want to
experience and see a part of the
Philippine culture, then a trip to
Villa Escudero is recommended.
You can ride the local jeepneys to
go around, you can also visit
museums and can even satisfy
your cravings for Filipino food.Villa
Escudero also has the country’s
first hydro – electric plant, Labasin
Dam. However, in the recent
years, more than half of the
property was converted into an
exclusive residential estate
development.
12.
13. PAGSANJAN FALLS
This is considered as one of
the most famous falls in the
country and located in the
“Tourist Capital of Laguna”,
Pagsanjan. To reach the
falls, one would need to
ride a boat and the
‘bangkeros’ or boatmen will
happily serve as your tour
guides. If you are up for a
wet and thrilling adventure,
then going to Pagsanjan
falls is a must. The original
name of Pagsanjan Falls in
Laguna is Magdapio Falls.
14.
15. LAKE CALIRAYA IN
LUMBAN
is a man-made lake situated
in the municipalities
of Lumban, Cavinti,
and Kalayaan in Laguna
province, Philippines.
Created in 1939, the lake
has developed as a popular
spot for water sports and
outdoor recreation
including fishing.
Surrounding the lake are a
number of resorts catering
to tourists and vacation
homes abound because of
the beautiful scenery and
favorable climate.
16.
17. Taytay Falls
Located at Barangay Gagalot,
Majayjay, Laguna, Taytay falls
has some of the clearest
waters. The water flows from
Mt. Banahaw, through the
mountain’s lush and
untouched forest which
keeps the water clear even
during heavy rains. The water
temperature is extremely
cold even during summer
but, for people who are not
used to cold water, they can
still take a swim for a few
minutes before their teeth
should start chattering.
18.
19. JAPANESE GARDEN
IN CAVINTI
memorial park built by
the Japanese
government in the
1970s. History buffs
should go to Japanese
Garden in Cavinti as
this was established as
a remembrance of
Japanese soldiers who
died during the 2nd
World War. Some
folks say that the
famous Yamashita
treasure is hidden
somewhere here.
20.
21. Nagcarlan Underground
Cemetery
is one-of-a-kind cemetery in
the country. The octagonal
stonewall, red-bricked
pathway, and a view of
spacious green lawn brings you
back to history. You won’t even
feel it was a cemetery not until
you enter the underground
crypt. Flash photography is not
allowed inside the premises.
This underground cemetery
took part in the Philippine
history as the revolutionary
leaders in Laguna namely
Severino Taino and Pedro
Paterno used the cemetery as
meeting area in drafting the
initial plans for the pact of
Biak-na-Bato that happened in
1897. The cemetery was built
during the 18th century,
22.
23. Rizal Shrine /
Calambanga
Calamba One of the most visited
tourist attractions in Laguna,
Rizal Shrine is where the
Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose
Rizal was born. It houses several
historic memorabilia of not only
Jose Rizal but also his clan. Just a
replica of the original house
which was destroyed burned
down during World War II. A few
walk from the house of Rizal is
the famous “Calambanga” where
the town’s name was originated.
On the banga (clay jar), you will
find the inscribed names of
barangays in Calamba. Displayed
at the heart of Calamba is a big
clay pot which was once
considered “The World’s Largest
Claypot”.
24. St. John the Baptist
Church (Calamba).
The stone church was originally
built in 1859 but destroyed on
February 12, 1945 during the 2nd
World War.This is the church
where José Rizal got christened.
He was baptized on july 22, 1861
by Father Rufino Collantes and
Father Pedro Casañas as his
godfather. A stone church built
under the baroque style.
Recognized National Historical
Landmark. Transcript of Rizal's
existing baptismal record is
displayed on the left side of the
baptistery entrance. Originally
written in spanish. The original
baptismal records including the
canonical books were lost on
september 28, 1862 when
calamba church was burned.[
25.
26. Laguna Bay
(Calamba)
Well, if you are going to
Rizal, Laguna Bay is the
fastest way to get there.
The government
developed the place so
it will become pleasing
to the eyes of the
visitors. However, when
the typhoon “Ondoy”
hits the town, some of
the fence got damaged.
Laguna de bay largest
freshwater lake in the
Philippines and 2nd in
Asia
27.
28. Enchanted Kingdom
or EK
located in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, is
the first and only world-class
theme park in the Philippines
that was opened to public on
October 19, 1995.For most
people is considered the
biggest theme park in the
country. Opened its doors in
1995, this amusement park
offers world-class rides and
amenities that you would
enjoy. The kid in you will come
out naturally when you visit
EK.EK has a variety of rides
that will make you scream
your heart out such as
EKstreme, Jungle Log Jam,
Space Shuttle, Anchors Away,
among others. Another
attraction is the fireworks
display during weekends. They
also do other fun-filled
activities like watching movies
in 4D, storytelling to children,
visiting the horror house, etc.
29. Nuvali
Nuvali is a merger project
between Ayala Land, Inc
and Yulo Family in
transforming Yulo’s 1,860-
hectare property in
Canlubang, Laguna into a
sustainable community
development. It is now
becoming a familiar and
famous tourist destination.
Located at Sta.Rosa-
Tagaytay Road, this green
community offers different
spaces for recreational
activities and flourishing
business establishments.
They believe in evo-living
where people should live
and move around an
evolving world yet
respecting and protecting
natural resources.
30.
31. Splash Island Resort
and Spa – Biñan, Laguna
Situated at Southwoods
Ecocentrum in Biñan, this
recreational area is famous for
its slides. is the largest water
park in the Philippines. Aside
from numerous slides, it offers
other fun recreational
activities like team building,
paintball, inflatables and spa.
Experience bouts of
excitement and thrill by trying
all the slides inside Splash
Island. Start your slide
adventure at Dos Supremos
and end it at the famous
Magellan’s Drop where you
will feel the best slide of your
life.
32.
33. Tsinelas Lane –
Liliw, Laguna
A must visit place in Liliw is
the Tsinelas Lane. The whole
stretch of Gat Tayaw Street
is lined by stores that offer a
wide variety of slippers,
sandals and other colourful
and trendy footwears at prices
you can afford. From
espadrilles to native sandals,
your feet will thank you for
giving them stylish,
comfortable and quality
footwear. These quality
footwears are
perfect pasalubong for your
loved ones and friends. Liliw,
Laguna is considered as the
“Footwear Capital of Laguna”
because of its successful
footwear industry.
34. St. John the
Baptist church
Like most of the
churches in Laguna,
Liliw's very own St
John the Baptist
church is a sight to
behold with its red
bricks façade.
Baroque style 19th
century Spanish
colonial architecture.
Also known as Liliw
church or lilio church
35.
36. FUN FARM, STA.
ELENA
The Fun Farm at Sta. Elena is a
place where you go to when you
need to escape the city. Kids can
enjoy running around in nature, ride
a horse and pet the bunnies. At less
than an hour driving south from
Makati, you enter paradiseThe
children will enjoy the mini petting
zoo with guinea pigs and rabbits,
the ride in a cart pulled by a
carabao, the obstacle course, the
zip line, the sandbox, a ride on the
horse and simply running around.
There is a pond with a rowing boat,
and if you are adventurous enough,
try to cross the pond on the wobbly
rope bridge. You might fall in, but
then that just adds to the fun!
You can even try to catch your own
fish! Fishing rods, hooks and
worms are waiting for you. And if
you are scared to touch the worms,
one of the kuyas will be there to
help you hook it on.
37.
38. Hidden Valley
Springs
With its enchanted-looking,
magical and peaceful
surrounding, some would
think that Hidden Valley
Springs is a place in a
fantasy book.
A world-class resort in
Alaminos, Laguna (a
province 63 kilometers
south of Manila), Hidden
Valley Springs is a 43-
hectare tropical rainforest
paradise. Located 5
kilometers away from the
Alaminos town proper, it’s a
tourist destination famous
for its hidden valleys and
crystal clear water.
39. Isdaan (Calauan)
This huge floating
restaurant owned by
Ongpauco Family, who
also owns Barrio Fiesta
Restaurant is not just
good for great dining
experience but also
good for recreations
and family bonding
especially those has
kids - from eating to
photo-ops to riding a
boat (if you ride a boat
you have to give a
compulsory P20 tip to
the bangkero).
41. Hulugan Falls
is the more spectacular of
the two, with its steep drop
from high above a cliff. The
short trek to the waterfall
is part of the adventure.
The surrounding rock
formations and vegetation
crawling up, add a touch of
wildness to an otherwise
touristy destination.
Visitors have to trek an
hour or so through
concrete, then rocks, grass
and dirt roads before
getting to the falls. There is
also a short walk down
makeshift stairs. The
refreshing waters of
Hulugan revitalize tired
and aching muscles.
Luisiana, laguna.
