LANdMARkS, RECREAtiONAL AREA, tOURiSt SPOtS :*Ditumabo Falls (San Luis)-- The crystal clear river of Ditumabo Fallsgushes endlessly, flowing and twisting among countless rocks and boulders. Approximately 140 ft. high, the falls is surrounded by huge cliffs, covered with green shrubbery and vines.

*Cunayan Falls (San Luis) -- One of the more accessible falls in Aurora, and passable to most vehicles. The falls flows into a crystal clear stream tinged only by the blue reflection of the sky. Its mild temperature makes it ideal for baths.

*Marikit Park (Olongapo)-- Considered to be the main city park, where some of Olongapo’s big activities are staged. Features a playground for children, big shady trees, and an amphitheater-like section for big audiences.

*Grotto of Our Lady of Pardon (Olongapo)-- Located in Barangay Mabayuan. Catholic devotees pray and pay homage to the Lady of Pardon in this sacred place.

*Subic Bay (Olongapo)-- has the best infrastructure and facilities, with the major pull being the wrecks. The star attraction is the USS New York, a battleship scuttled during World War II, to keep her 17in main guns from falling into the hands of the Japanese.

*Grande Island-- formerly an exclusive US military R&R resort, has some worthwhile wall diving, and Triboa Bay has a good coral garden at Nabasan Point.

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

*Pasukulan Falls (Abucay)-- A natural wonder in the valley of Mt. Natib which remains unexplored and unspoiled. Fresh vegetation abound. Ideal for picnics.

*Tumutulo Falls (Bulacan)-- Located at Barangay Bayabas, this breathtaking waterfall drops from a height of fifteen meters into an attractive setting of white stones and marble and cascades further into an old stone formation called Simbahan ni Lapud.

*Verdivia Falls (Bulacan)-- Located in Barangay Talbak, this splendid waterfall is an ideal venue for group picnics and outings.

*Tilandong Falls (Bulacan)-- A natural fall which is now tapped as a source of electric power as well as for irrigation purposes

*Palaspas Falls-- Located in San Jose City, it is ideal for picnics and bathing especially during summer.

*Gabaldon Falls-- The lure of Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija. The ten-feet falls are surrounded by huge rock formations and rippling ice-cold water. Located within the 200-hectare Sabani Estate Agricultural College.

*Balon Falls (Subic)-- A perfect paradise for nature lovers, with crystal-clear water.

*Banju Spring (San Luis)-- Around the base of this natural attraction is an abundance of ferns, which surround the pool of water. Six meters wide, the winding Banyu spring lies hidden amidst shrubbery.

*Sibul Spring (Abucay)-- A potential prime tourist destination in the province boasting sulfuric swimming pools and a wide area for outdoor recreation. Its main attraction is the natural spring believed able to provide muscle pain relief.

*Pug-pog River (Norzagaray, Bulacan)-- A river with clear water coming directly from the Sierra Madre Mountains.

*Bueno Hot Spring-- These springs are located in Capas within the reservation area of Clark Air Base. The surrounding terrain is mountainous thus the site can be reached only by following a trail.

*Bucao River (Botolan, Zambales)--  Now covered with lahar and volcanic materials, this serves as the trekking area towards the foot of Mt. Pinatubo when it is dry.

*Sierra Madre Mountains (Aurora)-- This is the place where flora and fauna are mostly concentrated. Waterfalls, rivers, and crystal clear streams of varying sizes are located within, if not adjacent to, the area of Sierra MadreMountains. Special interest trips such as mountain climbing, safari, bird watching, ecological studies or picnics rolled into one may be taken easily.

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

*Mt. Silangan (Morong)-- Boasts of an 80-foot high waterfall that cascades to a pool of refreshing cool water.

*Mt. Samat Shrine  -- in Pilar with a huge memorial cross standing at about 311-ft high. The historic cathedral and its belfry in Balanga used by the Japanese to fire cannons aimed at Mt. Samat.

*Balon Anito (Mariveles)-- Called the “dead volcano,” it is frequented by elderly people who go to soak their feet in the water of the therapeutic hot spring at the mouth of the volcano.

*Puning Cave (Bulacan)-- A magnificent and well-preserved cave in Barangay Bayabas, this cave also has a spring running down from a mountain.

*Mt. Lumot (Bulacan)-- One of DRT’s municipal parks, this mountain offers a wide array of eco-tourism activities like rock climbing, camping, mountain biking, mountain climbing, bushwalking, bird watching or simply enjoying the majestic view and landscape of the Sierra Madre Mountains.

* Pinagrealan Cave (Norzagaray, Bulacan)-- The subterranean network of caverns which extends for more than one kilometer was the site of secret meetings of the Filipino revolutionary forces during the war against Spain in 1896.

*Mt. Olivete (Bongabon)-- A hundred-step stair leads to the church built by the Adarnista spiritual community on the mountaintop. Frequented by pilgrims who bathe in and drink the water of its springs believing it to be medicinal.

*Mt. Pinatubo-- Made famous by its catastrophic eruption in 1991, now a source of travel and study among tourists and travelers visiting Central Luzon.

*Aguinaldo Cave (San Miguel, Bulacan)-- At the lower mouth of the cave, one can sit on the rocks and cool off with naturally chilled air from an underground cold spring.

*President Quezon Memorial Park (Baler)-- Fenced by concrete material and set on a circular cement platform, it serves as a landmark of Baler, the birthplace of the late President Manuel L. Quezon.

*Lt. Commander James Gilmore Marker-- Across the left side of Baler Catholic Church stands the marker of Lt. Commander James Gilmore, the commander of US Gunboat “Yorktown,” who was captured along with all his men when he came to Baler in April 1899 to relieve the Spanish soldiers besieged in the church of Baler.

*Aurora Quezon Marker (Baler)-- Built in honor of the wife of first Commonwealth President Manuel L. Quezon. She was known for her untiring effort in providing social welfare services, especially to the people of Aurora province.

*President Quezon’s House (Baler)-- A quaint blue wooden cottage situated just across the Baler Church and the Baler Municipal Hall. It was where the Quezon couple, their family, and relatives stayed during their vacations in Baler.

*President Quezon’s Resthouse ( Baler)-- Once the home of President Manuel L. Quezon, situated beside Cemento Beach. Today, only the remains of the house and the cement staircase are left standing after it was severely struck by a super typhoon.

*Dima dimalang Islet (Baler)-- This rock formation is actually a small island just a few meters away from the reef shore of Brgy. Cemento. It serves as the point identifying the southernmost tip of Baler Bay.

*Digisit Beach (Baler)-- The upper landward shore is mostly sand while the water shores are barricades of corals forming a protective reef that prevents strong waves of the Pacific from smashing onto the shore. The area is good for diving, and during calmer months, for snorkeling.

*Ampere Beach (Dipaculao)-- The beach is covered with smooth rocks. The rocks found here vary in size and are darker in color. Beside this beach is an area called Bunga Point or Ampere Point.

*Animo Islet (Baler)-- Two small but imposing islands could be found south of Dimadimalang Islet. These islets, one smaller than the other, look like an upright bullet with shrubs, small trees, and other greenery growing on its top surface.

*Casiguran Sound (Casiguran)-- Almost like a lake, Casiguran Sound is a bay nearly enclosed by the Casiguran landmass and the peninsula of San Ildefonso. It is almost unaffected by the monsoon winds of October through February making it a perfect spot for wind surfing.

*Santo Entierro-- A glass casket encasing the lying statue of Jesus Christ is displayed in a makeshift wooden chapel. Locals claim that this icon possesses miraculous powers. This indeed is something to see, especially during the Holy Week.

*Borlongan Beach (Dipaculao)-- Differs from most beaches as its beachfront is almost completely covered with gray pebbles and fist-size stones, all smoothened by the waves that constantly pound its shore.

*Tariktik Point (Dilasag)-- Ideal for snorkeling. Its natural bonsai formations are fascinating.

*Baler Catholic Church-- It was the last Spanish garrison of four officers and fifty men sieged by Filipino insurgents on June 27, 1899. This is also where the La Campana de Baler, an ancient high quality bell, was used and later stored as a relic.

*Balete Park (Aurora)-- Home to the giant Balete Tree, which is estimated to be more than a century old.

*First Line of Defense Marker (Layac)-- Site of the first strong defense line of the combined forces of the 71st division of the American forces, 31st and 26th Infantry Regiment, in January 1942.

*Dambana ng Kagitingan-- Atop Mt. Samat in Pilar town, it was built in memory of the soldiers of WWII.

*Zero Km. Death March Marker-- Site of the start of the Death March in Bagac. A similar Death Marker can be found in Mariveles.

*General King Marker (Lamao)-- Site of General Edward King Jr’s first attempt to surrender Bataan into the hands of the enemy in his effort to save the lives of his men who were starved and sick due to the delay of supplies from the U.S.

*Surrender Site Marker (Balanga City)-- Found in the compound of Balanga Elementary School, it is the site of the formal surrender of Bataan.

*Pilar Flaming Sword (Panilao, Pilar)-- A symbol of Filipino courage and gallantry in the face of adversary and external threats to the nation’s democracy and peace.

*Philippine-Japanese Friendship Tower-- Symbol of a post-WW II period of reconciliation, peace, and friendship between the once warring nations.

*Dinalupihan Natural Parks (Dinalupihan)-- An unspoiled forest area ideal for picnics and camping activities with facilities for irrigation and game hunting. The surrounding area is great for day hikes and trekking.

*Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (Bataan)-- This is the only nuclear power plant in the country operation of the plant.

*Church of Orion (Orion Bataan)    -- The spiritual ministration of Orion belonged formerly to Abucay. Orion became an independent missionary center in 1667.

*Church of Samal (Samal Bataan)    -- The spiritual ministration of Samal was entrusted to the Dominicans in 1596. The town was attacked by Dutch invaders in April 1647 but the local garrison of Pampanga under the command of Alejo Aguas compelled the Dutch forces to retreat.

*Marcelo H. Del Pilar Shrine (Bulacan)-- Shrine and birthplace of the country's great propagandist and hero.

*Kakarong de Sili Shrine (Pandi)-- A battle site where 3,000 Katipuneros died in the hands of Spanish soldiers.

*Biak-na-Bato (San Miguel)-- The rest of freedom fighters during the Philippine-Spanish war.

*Bagbag Bridge (Calumpit, Bulacan)-- Site of the longest battle between the Americans and Filipinos led by Gen. Gregorio del Pilar which took place in April 25, 1899.

*Casa Real Shrine (Malolos)-- Served as the National Museum and the National Printing Press during the First Philippine Republic.

*Bakas (Norzagaray, Bulacan)-- Located on this site are giant limestones at the core of a river, formed like giant footprints. Townspeople claim these were actually the footprints of legendary giant Bernardo Carpio.

*Hilltop (Norzagaray, Bulacan) -- Also known as the Baguio City of Bulacan, this place mesmerizes tourists with a scenic view of the Sierra Madre Range. It is host to the Angat River Hydroelectric Plant of the National Power Corporation.

*Bahay Paniqui (House of Bats)-- On the other side of the river along the left trail is a cave, probably the largest in the Biak-na-Bato area, that houses myriads of fruit bats.

*Biak-na-Bato Nature Park (Bulacan)-- Biak-na-Bato nature park located 12 kilometers from the municipality of San Miguel de Mayumo, provides a unique eco-adventure steeped in history.

*Cuarto-Cuarto Cave (San Miguel, Bulacan)-- A cave with many rooms or cuartos, it is accessed by crawling through a low entrance with a downward slope about seven meters long. Swifts and swallows nest in the nooks and crevices of this cave.

*San Rafael Church (San Rafael)-- Site of the bloody battle between Filipinos and Spanish forces wherein the blood that cherished the church was ankle-deep.

* Sta. Monica Church (Angat, Bulacan)-- One of the most beautiful churches in the Philippines and also one of the oldest, estimated to be 400 years old.

* Aroma Beach (Hagonoy, Bulacan)-- A sandy beach with aromatic plants, it is frequented by local picnickers during summer months.

*Gapan-- The first Augustinian mission in lowland Nueva Ecija was founded in Gapan in 1595. It is home to a Roman Catholic church of Byzantine architecture built from 1856 to 1872.

*Historic Barrio Labi (Bongabon)-- The resthouse of the Quezon family is located in this barrio, along the National Highway going to Baler Aurora. It is also the place of death of Mrs. Aurora Quezon, wife of former Philippine President Manuel Luis Quezon.

*Gen Luna Statue and Marker-- A statue of Philippine hero General Antonio Luna astride a horse stands at the plaza in front of the cathedral on the exact spot where the brave general was assassinated in 1899 in the city that adopted him subsequently.

*Triala House-- Owned by revolutionary leader and Novo Ecijano General Manuel Tinio.

*Sedeco of San Isidro - The Grand Sedeco house in San Isidro, which General Emilio Aguinaldo frequented, marks this gallant town that has proven time and again to be cradle of Filipino heroes.

*Dalton Pass-- Located in Capintalan, Carranglan, the five-hectare area blessed with a cool climate houses the monument of General Dalton and a tower that borders the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Nueva Viscaya.

*St. Andrew Parish Church(Pampanga)

-- The simplicity of line and scarcity of ornamentation are the main traits of the façade of this church, the triangular pediment with its protruding center helps maintain the simplicity of line.

*St. Joseph Parish Church (Pampanga)-- Pseudo-Gothic elements blend subtly along the classic design of the structure. The flame-like arch of the main entrance and lateral doors provide contrast to the triangular pediment.

*Christmas Lanterns-- Every third of December, the City of San Fernando mounts the very popular Giant Lantern Festival.

*Cutud Lenten Rites

-- The City of San Fernando is world-famous for the Cutud Lenten Rites, which are held every Good Friday, or the Friday before Easter.

*Hot Air Balloon Festival -- It is an annual tournament of balloonists from various countries held in Clarkfield during the month of February.

*Angeles City Aerial Sports-- The City of the Angels has long been the principal aviation center of the Philippines, first as the site of the Clark Air Force Base and more recently as home to some exceptional opportunities for personal flights of fancy.

*Clark Special Economic Zone (CSEZ)-- It is home to the popular Fontana and Mimosa Leisure Park, Mimosa Casino, duty free shops, and world-class golf courses.

*Kamikaze East Airfield--  Site from where the first Japanese Kamikaze pilots took off for their last mission as human bombs in October 1944.

*Sito Palakol Resort-- is known as the "summer place" to the local community. It is blessed with a continuous crystal clear water that does not drain even during summer month.

*Capas National Shrine-- Located in Capas, it was once a concentration camp subsequently serving as the burial grounds for thousands of Filipino and American soldiers who perished during World War II.

*Capas Death March Monument-- The historical monument located in Capas serves as a marker of the legendary concentration camp where nearly 30,000 Filipino and American soldiers who participated in the Death March perished in 1942.

*Hacienda Luisita (Tarlac)-- The Cojuangco-owned hacienda in Tarlac City houses the famous Tarlac Industrial Park where a growing lists of international export producing companies are located.

*Luisita Golf and Country Club -- Designed by the world-renowned Robert Trent, this place is a magnificent landscape of verdant slopes and restful lagoons.

*Bamban Park (Tarlac)-- The park was carved along the hilly area near the national highway in Tarlac and is quite visible from the road with its imposing grotto of Virgin Mary pedestalled on a hill.

*Camiling Church-- Its convent was the place of death of General Pedro Pedroche and his men in the hands of General Francisco Makabalos and his revolutionary troops upon the order of General Antonio Luna on charges of rebellion.

*Snake Island (Subic)-- Offers complete recreational facilities, making it an ideal place of relaxation.

*Hermana Mayor Island (Sta. Cruz)-- An island in the middle of the sea popularly known as Ms. Universe Island.

*San Salvador Island-- The abundance of marine resources has made San Salvador Island famous as a scuba diver's paradise in Central Luzon. The island is located in Masinloc.

*Rizal Triangle (Olongapo)-- Dedicated to the lasting friendship between the American and Filipino nations. It sits right beside the City Hall where most of the city activities and programs are held.

Subic Bay Lighthouse-- This structure stands on a small precipice along the northbound lane of the national highway.

*Volunteers Park (Olongapo)-- Situated adjacent to the main gate of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone, this long, narrow park stretches along the Perimeter Road.