Alibata - Agoncillo is a 4th class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. It is located 120 km south of Manila, a two hour drive via the scenic route of Tagaytay Ridge and R. Diokno Highway It is 32 km away from Batangas City, the provincial capital. Alibata Bounded in the east by approximately 10 km lakeshore of Taal Lake, in the south by the municipality of San Nicolas, separated by Pansipit River on the west by the municipality of Lemery and on the north by the municipality of Laurel. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 26,584 people in 5,029 households.
Finally, on April 17, 1949, Executive Order No. 212 was issued by President Elpidio Quirino, lifting the suspension and thereby, authorizing the immediate organization of the Municipality under the name of Agoncillo, in honor of alibata Don Felipe Agoncillo, a native of Taal and one of the first Filipino representatives to the Spanish Cortez.
The current set of local government officials were elected in 2007 and their term will expire in 2010. The municipal mayor is Glorioso R. Martinez. Mario M. Atienza is the vice mayor and presiding officer of the Sangguniang Bayan which is composed of May Lacap - Martinez, Michael John M. Humarang, Herman C. Brotonel, Leonarda A. Enriquez, Buenaventura V. Carolino, Maurice E. Punzalan, Mario P. Balba and Ador D. Alcantara.
Bilogo
Officially named as "Barangay Bilogo, Batangas City" (Barangay Bilogo, Lungsod ng Batangas) is located along the northern east section of Batangas City, Province of Batangas, Philippines. Brgy. Bilogo is almost a double size of Poblacion. It is recognized as one of the 40 000 barangays of the Philippines. Although a small barangay, it is rich in fruit-bearing trees and crops such as corns, cassavas and peanuts. According to the 2006 census, the number of people living in Brgy. Bilogo is over 1000.
The origin of Brgy. Bilogo is certainly unknown but there is also a large possibility that this barangay began to exist since before the Spanish Occupation of the Philippines. The official day of the Patron Saint Mary Feast is celebrated every May 30 of a year. The school is probably built during the reigh of Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos. Angel Umali was the former Barangay Chairman since the year 2000. By the Barangay Election of 2002, Alfredo Villanueva succeeded him. During his rule, several open canals were built and roads were repaired and improved. Two typhoons such Caloy and Reming greatly devastated crops in the barangay during the year of 2006. By the Barangay Election of 2007, Ramil Manalo won and succeeded Alfredo Villanueva as the Brgy. Captain. Today, members of the PLDT Network are now constructing their telephone communication lines around Brgy. Bilogo
Brgy. Bilogo, Batangas City is located along the southern edge of Ibaan, west of Barangay San Jose Sico, Batangas City, east of Barangay Paharang East, Batangas City and Barangay Maapas, Batangas City and north of Barangay Talumpok East, Batangas City.
Trees such as coconuts, bananas, mahogany, tamarind, bamboos, narra and a variety kinds of mangoes are dominant while corns, cassavas, peanuts are the most common crops. The barangay is lack of wide plains but some bad lands like small hills and ridges are converted into agricultural purposes, thus making it a prosperous one. Several creeks engulfed the barangay and a small river flows along the boundary of Brgy. Talumpok East. This river is separated into two regions with their own popular names such as Latag and Mabilog. Residential areas are found near the national roads and some minor roads.
The origin of Brgy. Bilogo is certainly unknown but there is also a large possibility that this barangay began to exist since before the Spanish Occupation of the Philippines. The official day of the Patron Saint Mary Feast is celebrated every May 30 of a year. The school is probably built during the reigh of Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos. Angel Umali was the former Barangay Chairman since the year 2000. By the Barangay Election of 2002, Alfredo Villanueva succeeded him. During his rule, several open canals were built and roads were repaired and improved. Two typhoons such Caloy and Reming greatly devastated crops in the barangay during the year of 2006. By the Barangay Election of 2007, Ramil Manalo won and succeeded Alfredo Villanueva as the Brgy. Captain. Today, members of the PLDT Network are now constructing their telephone communication lines around Brgy. Bilogo
Brgy. Bilogo, Batangas City is located along the southern edge of Ibaan, west of Barangay San Jose Sico, Batangas City, east of Barangay Paharang East, Batangas City and Barangay Maapas, Batangas City and north of Barangay Talumpok East, Batangas City.
Trees such as coconuts, bananas, mahogany, tamarind, bamboos, narra and a variety kinds of mangoes are dominant while corns, cassavas, peanuts are the most common crops. The barangay is lack of wide plains but some bad lands like small hills and ridges are converted into agricultural purposes, thus making it a prosperous one. Several creeks engulfed the barangay and a small river flows along the boundary of Brgy. Talumpok East. This river is separated into two regions with their own popular names such as Latag and Mabilog. Residential areas are found near the national roads and some minor roads.
Isla Verde Passage
Isla Verde Passage (Verde Island Passages) is one of the busiest sea lanes in the Philippines. It is located between Batangas and Oriental Mindoro. Commercial and industrial ships pass through this passage to reach Manila from their port of origin in the south. They also use this sea lane to reach the southern part of the country from the Port of Manila.
Verde Island Passage is a popular domestic sea route connecting Batangas, Marinduque, Mindoro Occidental, Mindoro Oriental and Romblon.
The area has more than 300 species of corals, which is considered one of the largest concentrations of corals in the country or even in the whole world. Coral health is generally good, though the effects of global warming and increased pollution, may still lead to drop in diversity. The Verde Island passage is located next to Batangas Bay which is rapidly becoming a major refining and petrol chemical center in the Philippines. Until now, no infrastructure is in place to contain a major oil, or chemical spill.
Verde Island Passage is a popular domestic sea route connecting Batangas, Marinduque, Mindoro Occidental, Mindoro Oriental and Romblon.
The area has more than 300 species of corals, which is considered one of the largest concentrations of corals in the country or even in the whole world. Coral health is generally good, though the effects of global warming and increased pollution, may still lead to drop in diversity. The Verde Island passage is located next to Batangas Bay which is rapidly becoming a major refining and petrol chemical center in the Philippines. Until now, no infrastructure is in place to contain a major oil, or chemical spill.
Southern Tagalog Arterial Road
The Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (also known as the STAR Tollway or CALABARZON Expressway as town folks calls the tollway) is a four-lane 22 km expressway in the Philippines. The STAR Tollway is operated by STAR Infrastructure Development Corporation (STAR - IDC) and later be operated by the South Luzon Tollways Corporation (SLTC), a joint venture of the Philippine National Construction Corporation and the MTD Manila Expressway Corporation (MMEC) (a subsidiary of MTD Capital of Malaysia), after the South Luzon Expressway Upgrading and Rehabilitation Project is completed. It runs from Santo Tomas to Lipa City in the province of Batangas. The expressway is part of the South Luzon Expressway, though it is not yet connected with SLEx.
On January 19, 2008, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo inspected the P1.5-billion STAR, Stage II-Phase 1 connecting Lipa (19.74 kilometers) and Batangas, and the Southern Luzon Expressway (SLEX) road widening, expansion and the STAR toll way development projects in Batangas. Undersecretary Ramon P. Aquino stated "the STAR project, which is part of the Luzon Urban Beltway infrastructure program, would be completed in March 2008 and would be open to traffic on the 30th day of that month; the project which was now 73% accomplished, started in January 2006 and has 26 months to finish. The project once completer is said to reduce travel time between Lipa City and Batangas City by 40 to 45 minutes.the STAR Tollway Project II comprises two phases, where Phase I covers the two-lane single carriageway with 3.65-meter lane width southbound road for the 19.74-kilometer concrete stretch from Lipa City to Batangas City."
The expressway starts at the intersection with the Maharlika Highway or formerly known as the Manila South Road (MSR) in Santo Tomas and runs southward, west of the Maharlika Highway. It passes through areas under the jurisdiction of the Municipality of Malvar and Tanauan City, then rejoins the Maharlika Highway with an interchange in Lipa City. It will extend until Bauan, Batangas.
On January 19, 2008, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo inspected the P1.5-billion STAR, Stage II-Phase 1 connecting Lipa (19.74 kilometers) and Batangas, and the Southern Luzon Expressway (SLEX) road widening, expansion and the STAR toll way development projects in Batangas. Undersecretary Ramon P. Aquino stated "the STAR project, which is part of the Luzon Urban Beltway infrastructure program, would be completed in March 2008 and would be open to traffic on the 30th day of that month; the project which was now 73% accomplished, started in January 2006 and has 26 months to finish. The project once completer is said to reduce travel time between Lipa City and Batangas City by 40 to 45 minutes.the STAR Tollway Project II comprises two phases, where Phase I covers the two-lane single carriageway with 3.65-meter lane width southbound road for the 19.74-kilometer concrete stretch from Lipa City to Batangas City."
The expressway starts at the intersection with the Maharlika Highway or formerly known as the Manila South Road (MSR) in Santo Tomas and runs southward, west of the Maharlika Highway. It passes through areas under the jurisdiction of the Municipality of Malvar and Tanauan City, then rejoins the Maharlika Highway with an interchange in Lipa City. It will extend until Bauan, Batangas.
Saint Bridget College
St. Bridget College is a catholic education institution located in M.H. del Pilar Street, Batangas City, Batangas, Philippines.
St. Bridget College Batangas is a Catholic evangelizing educational institution founded by the Religious of the Good Shepherd inspired by the compassion of Jesus and the zeal of St. John Eudes and St. Mary Euphrasia.
It forms Christian communities through education that strengthens faith and morals and uplifts human dignity. Impelled by merciful love it participates actively in building a transformed society characterized by love of God and neighbor justice, peace, reconciliation, and integrity of creation.
St. Bridget College Batangas will become a center for excellence offering an education with programs and services that are persons and community oriented anchored in Christian faith and values supported by appropriate resources and technology.
It will form competent, committed and integrated persons who live the Good Shepherd charism of compassion and the values of St. Bridget College.
Drawing from its tradition of cairing, it will create a culture of reconciliation, justice and peace, responsive to the societal and cosmic needs.
St. Bridget College Batangas is a Catholic evangelizing educational institution founded by the Religious of the Good Shepherd inspired by the compassion of Jesus and the zeal of St. John Eudes and St. Mary Euphrasia.
It forms Christian communities through education that strengthens faith and morals and uplifts human dignity. Impelled by merciful love it participates actively in building a transformed society characterized by love of God and neighbor justice, peace, reconciliation, and integrity of creation.
St. Bridget College Batangas will become a center for excellence offering an education with programs and services that are persons and community oriented anchored in Christian faith and values supported by appropriate resources and technology.
It will form competent, committed and integrated persons who live the Good Shepherd charism of compassion and the values of St. Bridget College.
Drawing from its tradition of cairing, it will create a culture of reconciliation, justice and peace, responsive to the societal and cosmic needs.
Batangas Tagalog
Batangas Tagalog also known as Batangan is a dialect of the Tagalog language spoken primarily in the province of Batangas and the island of Mindoro ("Batangueño/a" refers to the natives). The dialect is distinctively characterized by a very strong accent and its vocabulary is more closely related to ancient or old-style Tagalog. It is not customary in colloquial Batangan to speak in Taglish or to infuse English terms as the custom is with Manila Tagalog.
Another noticeable difference is the usage of the closed syllable, a practice that has completely disappeared in the Manila dialect. The town of Tanauan is actually pronounced [tan-'a-wan] whereas it would be pronounced as [ta-'na-wan] by other Tagalogs. This is also true with words like matamis, pronounced matam-is and a couple of other more words.
Also, as mentioned above, the dialect spoken in Batangas is more closely related to the ancient Tagalog. Thus the merger of the phonemes [e] and [i] and the phonemes [o] and [u] are prevalent. Also, absent in other dialects is the use of the schwa sound. This incident is common simply because the dialect spoken in the province is spoken faster compared to other dialects.
Something prevalent in the Batangan dialect that is lacking in other Dialects is the sound [ei] and [ow]. However, unlike its English counterpart, this diphthong is sounded mainly on the first vowel and very rapidly only on the second. This is very similar to the [e] in the Spanish word educaciòn and the first [o] in the Italian word Antonio.
And as a proof that the Batangan Dialect is closer to the Old Tagalog than any other dialects, the practice of merging the phonemes /e/ and /i/, as well as /o/ and /u/, are still very noticeable. One can hear the words 'lola' (grandmother) pronounced as if written 'lula'. This is also true with the word 'baboy' (swine), which is pronounced 'babuy'. However, everyone will tell you that you misspelled the words when you use the latter in writing.
Another noticeable difference is the usage of the closed syllable, a practice that has completely disappeared in the Manila dialect. The town of Tanauan is actually pronounced [tan-'a-wan] whereas it would be pronounced as [ta-'na-wan] by other Tagalogs. This is also true with words like matamis, pronounced matam-is and a couple of other more words.
Also, as mentioned above, the dialect spoken in Batangas is more closely related to the ancient Tagalog. Thus the merger of the phonemes [e] and [i] and the phonemes [o] and [u] are prevalent. Also, absent in other dialects is the use of the schwa sound. This incident is common simply because the dialect spoken in the province is spoken faster compared to other dialects.
Something prevalent in the Batangan dialect that is lacking in other Dialects is the sound [ei] and [ow]. However, unlike its English counterpart, this diphthong is sounded mainly on the first vowel and very rapidly only on the second. This is very similar to the [e] in the Spanish word educaciòn and the first [o] in the Italian word Antonio.
And as a proof that the Batangan Dialect is closer to the Old Tagalog than any other dialects, the practice of merging the phonemes /e/ and /i/, as well as /o/ and /u/, are still very noticeable. One can hear the words 'lola' (grandmother) pronounced as if written 'lula'. This is also true with the word 'baboy' (swine), which is pronounced 'babuy'. However, everyone will tell you that you misspelled the words when you use the latter in writing.
Barong Tagalog
A Barong Tagalog (or simply Barong) is an embroidered formal garment of the Philippines. It is very lightweight and worn untucked (similar to a coat/dress shirt), over an undershirt. It is a common wedding and formal attire for Filipino men as well as women. The term "Barong Tagalog" literally means "Tagalog dress" (i.e., baro ng Tagalog or dress of the Tagalog) in the Filipino language.
The barong was popularized as formal wear by Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay, who wore it to most official and personal affairs, including his inauguration as president. The barong was officially made the national costume by a decree from President Ferdinand Marcos in 1975.
Filipinos don their finest formal Barongs in a variety of fabrics.
Piña fabric - is hand-loomed from pineapple leaf fibers. And because Piña weavers in the Philippines are dwindling, it's scarcity makes the delicate Piña cloth expensive and is thus used for very formal events.
Jusi fabric - is mechanically woven and was once made from abaca or banana silk but, since the 1960's, it has been replaced by imported silk organza.
Banana fabric - is another sheer fabric used in formal occasions. Made and hand woven from banana fiber, it usually comes with geometric design details. This fabric hails from the Visayas island of Negros.
Piña-Jusi fabric - is the latest barong fabric that just came out of the market and is gaining much popularity. With the sheerness of pineapple fibers and the strength of the jusi fiber, this "new" fabric blend offers the market the same formality needed on special occasions at a more reasonable price range.
The barong was popularized as formal wear by Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay, who wore it to most official and personal affairs, including his inauguration as president. The barong was officially made the national costume by a decree from President Ferdinand Marcos in 1975.
Filipinos don their finest formal Barongs in a variety of fabrics.
Piña fabric - is hand-loomed from pineapple leaf fibers. And because Piña weavers in the Philippines are dwindling, it's scarcity makes the delicate Piña cloth expensive and is thus used for very formal events.
Jusi fabric - is mechanically woven and was once made from abaca or banana silk but, since the 1960's, it has been replaced by imported silk organza.
Banana fabric - is another sheer fabric used in formal occasions. Made and hand woven from banana fiber, it usually comes with geometric design details. This fabric hails from the Visayas island of Negros.
Piña-Jusi fabric - is the latest barong fabric that just came out of the market and is gaining much popularity. With the sheerness of pineapple fibers and the strength of the jusi fiber, this "new" fabric blend offers the market the same formality needed on special occasions at a more reasonable price range.
Lyceum of the Philippines University
The Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) is an institute of higher education located in Intramuros, Manila. It was founded by Dr. Jose P. Laurel, who became the third president of the Philippines and one of the most acclaimed. It is the only university founded by a president of the republic. The university is named after lykeion, the grove in ancient Athens where Aristotle taught his pupils. The institute's educational vision is founded on principles Dr. Jose P. Laurel set down.
Two of its most prominent features are its entry point, the "Hall of Heroes" which exhibits busts of revered Philippine historical figures sculpted by the National Artist Guillermo Tolentino; and, the famous "Lyceum Tower" which stands witness to the university's history and continuing progress.
The university's namesake affiliates include:
Lyceum of Batangas in Batangas City, Batangas;
Lyceum Institute of Technology in Calamba City, Laguna;
Lyceum - St. Cabrini College of Allied Medicine (a joint effort between the Lyceum and St. Cabrini Medical Center) in Sto. Tomas, Batangas.
LPU Cavite in General Trias, Cavite (Expected to be opened in June 2008);
All branches will soon bear the same name and logo under the Lyceum University System.
Many disciplines are taught in the university, yet foreign service has consistently remained the university's flagship course. The Lyceum of the Philippines University has produced many leaders and officials in Philippine public service as well as in the country's foreign affairs department.
Two of its most prominent features are its entry point, the "Hall of Heroes" which exhibits busts of revered Philippine historical figures sculpted by the National Artist Guillermo Tolentino; and, the famous "Lyceum Tower" which stands witness to the university's history and continuing progress.
The university's namesake affiliates include:
Lyceum of Batangas in Batangas City, Batangas;
Lyceum Institute of Technology in Calamba City, Laguna;
Lyceum - St. Cabrini College of Allied Medicine (a joint effort between the Lyceum and St. Cabrini Medical Center) in Sto. Tomas, Batangas.
LPU Cavite in General Trias, Cavite (Expected to be opened in June 2008);
All branches will soon bear the same name and logo under the Lyceum University System.
Many disciplines are taught in the university, yet foreign service has consistently remained the university's flagship course. The Lyceum of the Philippines University has produced many leaders and officials in Philippine public service as well as in the country's foreign affairs department.
UB Continuation
The College was organized as non-sectarian, non-stock corporation institution and since then it has been governed by a Board of Regents elected yearly. The first President was the late Reverend Father Vicente R. Catapang. He was succeeded by the late Juan Y. Javier three year the school was administered by an Executive Committee headed by Chairman Atty. Manuel Panganiban. In 1967, Dr. Abelardo B. Perez was named President while concurrently Chairman of the Executive Committee. It was during has administration that the officers of the Board of Regents decided to have the institution changed to a stock corporation and it was registered as such with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 23, 1967. For two school years, 1971-1972 and 1972-1973, Atty. Juan V. Ramos was the Chairman of the Board of Regents. In June 1972, Mrs. Flordeliza Arguelles became the fourth President. She served the institution for three years, from S.Y. 1972-1973 to SY 1974-1975. Atty. Vicente A. Mayo assumed the position of Chairman of the Board of Regents in June 1973 and he has been serving the institution in that capacity since then. In June 1975, Dr. Abelardo B. Perez took over the presidency for the second time, a position he holds up to the present.
The initial total enrollment of only 48 college students in 1947 gradually increased to 3,458 in 1972 after twenty-five years of operation and then to 13,969 in 1995. Along with the steady flow of enrollment is the corresponding increase in the size of the faculty. From the ten members in 1947, the number increased to 141 in 1972 and to 332 in 1995.
WPC reached its 50th year in 1996. The yearlong celebration was launched on April 28, 1995 with the administration of scholarship competitive tests. That year 50 college students, 30 high school and 20 elementary pupils enjoyed free tuition.
Founders Memorial Lecture series also marked the golden year, in addition to an array of festivities that included parade, exhibits. Faculty and Employees Night and students activities.
The initial total enrollment of only 48 college students in 1947 gradually increased to 3,458 in 1972 after twenty-five years of operation and then to 13,969 in 1995. Along with the steady flow of enrollment is the corresponding increase in the size of the faculty. From the ten members in 1947, the number increased to 141 in 1972 and to 332 in 1995.
WPC reached its 50th year in 1996. The yearlong celebration was launched on April 28, 1995 with the administration of scholarship competitive tests. That year 50 college students, 30 high school and 20 elementary pupils enjoyed free tuition.
Founders Memorial Lecture series also marked the golden year, in addition to an array of festivities that included parade, exhibits. Faculty and Employees Night and students activities.
University of Batangas
The University of Batangas (UB) is a private university established in 1946 in Batangas City in the Philippines.
The University of Batangas was originally founded as Western Philippine Colleges on April 28, 1946. It started with only 48 students and the classes were conducted in a small rented house at Rizal Avenue. The founders led by Mr. Juan Y. Javier saw the need to put up an institution that would provide the youth, particularly the residents of Batangas, an opportunity to pursue higher education. The Reverend Father Vicente Catapang, Atty. Francisco Perez, Atty. Jesus Arguelles, Atty. Roman Perez and Atty. Pablo Umali shared with Mr. Juan Javier an interest in the venture to open a private college. Through their pioneering efforts and the inspiration they left as a legacy to succeeding administrators, the school eventually expanded into the biggest private school in Batangas operating strong kindergarten, elementary, secondary, undergraduate and graduate programs.
The first colleges to be established were those of Commerce, Liberal Arts and Education. They started with the founding of the institution. The next few years in the operation were devoted to the addition of major subjects in the courses. Later, other colleges and departments were opened: Highschool Department in 1948; College of Law in 1949; Elementary Department in 1950; Secretarial Department in 1961; College of Graduate Studies in 1968; Technological-Vocational Department in 1973; and the College of Engineering in 1978. The most recent addition to the academic program is the College of Allied Medical Sciences and the College of Nursing and Midwifery which were established in 1993 and 1994 respectively. With the various programs and varied fields of specialization, the College affords the students the opportunity to pursue a course best suited to his goals and capabilities.
The University of Batangas was originally founded as Western Philippine Colleges on April 28, 1946. It started with only 48 students and the classes were conducted in a small rented house at Rizal Avenue. The founders led by Mr. Juan Y. Javier saw the need to put up an institution that would provide the youth, particularly the residents of Batangas, an opportunity to pursue higher education. The Reverend Father Vicente Catapang, Atty. Francisco Perez, Atty. Jesus Arguelles, Atty. Roman Perez and Atty. Pablo Umali shared with Mr. Juan Javier an interest in the venture to open a private college. Through their pioneering efforts and the inspiration they left as a legacy to succeeding administrators, the school eventually expanded into the biggest private school in Batangas operating strong kindergarten, elementary, secondary, undergraduate and graduate programs.
The first colleges to be established were those of Commerce, Liberal Arts and Education. They started with the founding of the institution. The next few years in the operation were devoted to the addition of major subjects in the courses. Later, other colleges and departments were opened: Highschool Department in 1948; College of Law in 1949; Elementary Department in 1950; Secretarial Department in 1961; College of Graduate Studies in 1968; Technological-Vocational Department in 1973; and the College of Engineering in 1978. The most recent addition to the academic program is the College of Allied Medical Sciences and the College of Nursing and Midwifery which were established in 1993 and 1994 respectively. With the various programs and varied fields of specialization, the College affords the students the opportunity to pursue a course best suited to his goals and capabilities.
San Pascual
San Pascual is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 49,041 people in 9,744 households.
San Pascual was formerly part of the municipality of Bauan and known as "Lagnas". It became an independent municipality in 1969. The municipality is adjacent toBatangas City, is along Batangas Bay. The town is home to an oil refinery and chemical plants as well as other industrial and commercial establishments. The municipal government is headed by Mayor Antonio Dimayuga.
San Pascual has a total land area of 38.22 square kilometres.
San Pascual was formerly part of the municipality of Bauan and known as "Lagnas". It became an independent municipality in 1969. The municipality is adjacent toBatangas City, is along Batangas Bay. The town is home to an oil refinery and chemical plants as well as other industrial and commercial establishments. The municipal government is headed by Mayor Antonio Dimayuga.
San Pascual has a total land area of 38.22 square kilometres.
Kape Barako
Kape Barako, also spelled Baraco (English: Barako coffee) is a coffee varietal grown in the Philippines, particularly in the provinces of Batangas and Cavite. It belongs to the species Coffea liberica. The term is also used to refer to all coffee coming from those provinces.
Kape Barako is prepared using a drip brewing device, French press, or by simply pouring hot water unto the grounds and filtering the mixture using a piece of cloth. Barako is best sweetened with honey or brown sugar. Barako can be used to make espresso and other espresso-based drinks.
Barako is not a common coffee variety, although it is abundant in Southeast Asia especially in the Philippines. It has the largest beans of all the coffee varieties.[citation needed] Its taste is said to be superior to Robusta, and most Filipino coffee drinkers prefer Barako to Arabica. The Arabica-Barako blend is a popular gourmet coffee. Barako is considered to be the best among Liberica species.
Kape Barako is prepared using a drip brewing device, French press, or by simply pouring hot water unto the grounds and filtering the mixture using a piece of cloth. Barako is best sweetened with honey or brown sugar. Barako can be used to make espresso and other espresso-based drinks.
Barako is not a common coffee variety, although it is abundant in Southeast Asia especially in the Philippines. It has the largest beans of all the coffee varieties.[citation needed] Its taste is said to be superior to Robusta, and most Filipino coffee drinkers prefer Barako to Arabica. The Arabica-Barako blend is a popular gourmet coffee. Barako is considered to be the best among Liberica species.
BSU ARASOF, Nasugbu Campus
The Batangas State University – ARASOF, Nasugbu Campus is located in Nasugbu, Batangas. It started as a branch of the Philippine Institute of Fisheries Technology in Nasugbu on May 1952 by virtue of Republic Act No. 685 passed by Congress through the efforts of the late Congressman Apolinario R. Apacible and former Director of Fisheries, Dr. Deogracias Villadolid. A 4.3-hectare tract of land was donated by Don Antonio Roxas y Cia.
On February 25, 2000, the Board of Trustees of Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology passed Board Resolution No. 2, s. 2000 approving the official integration of ARASOF and two other schools pursuant to the provisions of RA 8292 otherwise known as the Higher Education Modernization Act of 1997 effective January 2000.
Subsequently, on March 24, 2000 through a referendum, the Board of Trustees of PBMIT approved the official name and address of this institution as Republic of the Philippines Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology Apolinario R. Apacible School of Fisheries Nasugbu, Batangas. On March 22, 2001, by virtue of Republic Act No. 9045, the Batangas State University was created by integrating the Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology with all its branches, Jose P. Laurel Polytechnic College in Malvar, Apolinario R. Apacible School of Fisheries in Nasugbu and Polytechnic University of the Philippines in Sto. Tomas.
On February 25, 2000, the Board of Trustees of Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology passed Board Resolution No. 2, s. 2000 approving the official integration of ARASOF and two other schools pursuant to the provisions of RA 8292 otherwise known as the Higher Education Modernization Act of 1997 effective January 2000.
Subsequently, on March 24, 2000 through a referendum, the Board of Trustees of PBMIT approved the official name and address of this institution as Republic of the Philippines Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology Apolinario R. Apacible School of Fisheries Nasugbu, Batangas. On March 22, 2001, by virtue of Republic Act No. 9045, the Batangas State University was created by integrating the Pablo Borbon Memorial Institute of Technology with all its branches, Jose P. Laurel Polytechnic College in Malvar, Apolinario R. Apacible School of Fisheries in Nasugbu and Polytechnic University of the Philippines in Sto. Tomas.
Calatagan
Calatagan is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. The town comprises the Calatagan Peninsula between the South China Sea and Balayan Bay. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 45,068 people in 9,201 households. The peninsula's white sand beaches are popular vacation and leisure sites for Manila's rich and famous. Several beach resorts including the Ronco Beach Resort in Brgy. Bagong Silang, Playa Calatagan in Brgy. Sta. Ana, and the Golden Sunset Resort in Brgy. Uno, are also well-known places for relaxation and respite from all the week's work. "One of the things that I like here most is the talipapa on the corner of national highway and Lucsuhin crossing at Brgy. Gulod where you can just buy fresh seafoods from the local fishermen every early morning around 4:00." -Dante Perinal
An extremely rare example of pre-Spanish Philippine script was found in Calatagan. The script is called Baybayin in Tagalog, and was derived from Javanese writing, which in turn is derived from Brahmi. This writing survives on an earthenware burial jar dated 1200s or 1300s.
An extremely rare example of pre-Spanish Philippine script was found in Calatagan. The script is called Baybayin in Tagalog, and was derived from Javanese writing, which in turn is derived from Brahmi. This writing survives on an earthenware burial jar dated 1200s or 1300s.
Mabini
Mabini is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. It is named after Apolinario Mabini, a Filipino revolutionary hero. Mabini is known for its diving and snorkeling sites.
According to the 2000 census, Mabini has a population of 37,474 people in 7,025 households.
The Shrine houses the remains and personal belongings of the revolutionary hero and "Brains of the Katipunan," Apolinario Mabini. Mabini is known as the "Sublime Paralytic" who, despite his physical handicap, fired nationalism in the Filipinos and urged them to unite, with the sheer power of his writings. He wrote fiery articles against Spanish atrocities in revolutionary papers. His wrtings and memorabilia are kept here. His tomb lies at the middle of the site where a replica of the house where he was born also stands. (Note: The Mabini Shrine is located at Brgy. Talaga, City of Tanauan, Batangas)
According to the 2000 census, Mabini has a population of 37,474 people in 7,025 households.
The Shrine houses the remains and personal belongings of the revolutionary hero and "Brains of the Katipunan," Apolinario Mabini. Mabini is known as the "Sublime Paralytic" who, despite his physical handicap, fired nationalism in the Filipinos and urged them to unite, with the sheer power of his writings. He wrote fiery articles against Spanish atrocities in revolutionary papers. His wrtings and memorabilia are kept here. His tomb lies at the middle of the site where a replica of the house where he was born also stands. (Note: The Mabini Shrine is located at Brgy. Talaga, City of Tanauan, Batangas)
Tawilis
Sardinella tawilis (sometimes obscurely referred to as the freshwater sardinella) is a freshwater sardine found exclusively in the Philippines. It is unique in that it is the only member of the family Clupeidae that is known to exist entirely in freshwater. Locally, they are known in Filipino as tawilis.
S. tawilis are small fish reaching up to 15 cm and weighing less than 30 g. Like other members of their family, they have laterally compressed bodies with bellies covered in tough scale-like scutes. They have a single, triangular dorsal fin and a forked caudal fin. They possess long, slender gill rakers in their mouths.
Tawilis populations are found only in a single lake on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Taal Lake, a large body of water in the province of Batangas that used to be the caldera of an ancient volcano. Before recent history, the lake was but an extension of the entirely-marine Balayan Bay. A major eruption in the 16th century essentially sealed the lake from the sea, eventually leading to its waters becoming non-saline. Sardinella tawilis is believed to be one of a few formerly-marine species trapped within the lake that have evolved into purely freshwater species.
S. tawilis are small fish reaching up to 15 cm and weighing less than 30 g. Like other members of their family, they have laterally compressed bodies with bellies covered in tough scale-like scutes. They have a single, triangular dorsal fin and a forked caudal fin. They possess long, slender gill rakers in their mouths.
Tawilis populations are found only in a single lake on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Taal Lake, a large body of water in the province of Batangas that used to be the caldera of an ancient volcano. Before recent history, the lake was but an extension of the entirely-marine Balayan Bay. A major eruption in the 16th century essentially sealed the lake from the sea, eventually leading to its waters becoming non-saline. Sardinella tawilis is believed to be one of a few formerly-marine species trapped within the lake that have evolved into purely freshwater species.
San Jose
San Jose is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. The municipality is bounded by Lipa City in the north and northeast, the municipality of Ibaan in the east, Batangas City and municipality of San Pascual in the south, and the municipality of Cuenca in the west. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of more than 51,965 people in 10,123 households.
Established on April 26, 1765 as the town of San Jose de Malaquing Tubig, it once formed part of the Municipality of Bauan, and was the mother of the Municipality of Cuenca.
San Jose is well known for growing good varieties of coffee, lanzones, and black pepper. It is where a great number of poultry and piggery animals are grown and sold, especially to Metro Manila, where it supplies a significant percentage of poultry products. Most of the San Jose workforce is either directly or indirectly involved in farming. There are also numerous feedmill corporations within its jurisdiction such as WhiteGold, Everlast, Busilac, Wincom, New Golden Mix, to name a few. The municipality boasts as having one of the most prosperous coffee and poultry farms in the Philippines.
San Jose celebrates Sinuam Festival every 25th day of April to commemorate its founding anniversary and to thank its patron for the good performance of the main business in the town which is Poultry.
Established on April 26, 1765 as the town of San Jose de Malaquing Tubig, it once formed part of the Municipality of Bauan, and was the mother of the Municipality of Cuenca.
San Jose is well known for growing good varieties of coffee, lanzones, and black pepper. It is where a great number of poultry and piggery animals are grown and sold, especially to Metro Manila, where it supplies a significant percentage of poultry products. Most of the San Jose workforce is either directly or indirectly involved in farming. There are also numerous feedmill corporations within its jurisdiction such as WhiteGold, Everlast, Busilac, Wincom, New Golden Mix, to name a few. The municipality boasts as having one of the most prosperous coffee and poultry farms in the Philippines.
San Jose celebrates Sinuam Festival every 25th day of April to commemorate its founding anniversary and to thank its patron for the good performance of the main business in the town which is Poultry.
Sto. Tomas
Santo Tomas is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 80,393 people in 15,712 households. Edna Sanchez is the wife of Armando C. Sanchez, the fmr. governor of Batangas and the current mayor of this municipality.
The current set of local officials are elected last to 2004 and will serve their terms until 2007. The mayor is Edna P. Sanchez, wife of former Batangas Gov. Arman Sanchez. Armenius Silva is the incumbent vice mayor. Sangguniang Bayan is composed of the following: Ferdinand Ramos, Leovino Villegas, Ford Jaurigue, Jason Caldo, Gerardo Malijan, Noel Ascano, Angel Maloles and Domingo Carpio. Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation President is Jacob Sanchez.
The current set of local officials are elected last to 2004 and will serve their terms until 2007. The mayor is Edna P. Sanchez, wife of former Batangas Gov. Arman Sanchez. Armenius Silva is the incumbent vice mayor. Sangguniang Bayan is composed of the following: Ferdinand Ramos, Leovino Villegas, Ford Jaurigue, Jason Caldo, Gerardo Malijan, Noel Ascano, Angel Maloles and Domingo Carpio. Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation President is Jacob Sanchez.
Talisay
Talisay is a 4th class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 32,465 people in 6,246 households.
Talisay is located in the north-central area of Batangas, which is located southwest of the island of Luzon, approximately 84 kilometers south from Metro Manila. It is bordered by Tagaytay City in the north, the municipality of Laurel to the west, Tanauan City to the east, and a vast volcanic lake called Taal Lake to the south.
Talisay has recently reinvented itself into a Resort town, making use of the superb view and access that they have to Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Many resorts that fit a wide range of budgets has sprouted along the town.
Talisay has recently reinvented itself into a Resort town, making use of the superb view and access that they have to Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Many resorts that fit a wide range of budgets has sprouted along the town.
Talisay is located in the north-central area of Batangas, which is located southwest of the island of Luzon, approximately 84 kilometers south from Metro Manila. It is bordered by Tagaytay City in the north, the municipality of Laurel to the west, Tanauan City to the east, and a vast volcanic lake called Taal Lake to the south.
Talisay has recently reinvented itself into a Resort town, making use of the superb view and access that they have to Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Many resorts that fit a wide range of budgets has sprouted along the town.
Talisay has recently reinvented itself into a Resort town, making use of the superb view and access that they have to Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Many resorts that fit a wide range of budgets has sprouted along the town.
Lian
Lian is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 39,129 people in 8,215 households.
Lian's fiesta day is June 24 for every year in honor to celebrate the birthdate of Saint John The Baptist (baptised Jesus Christ). It is being celebrated by five (5) barangays in the poblacion 1,2,3,4 & 5 respectively, sitio Bag-bag also celebrate their fiesta on this day since they are much closer to town than to their respective brangays which is Kapito and Bungahan.
Note 1: Bag-bag is a river, and sitio Bag-bag is being shared by 2 barangays. Thus, Bag-bag Kapito and Bag-bag Bungahan which is just separated by the National Highway.
Nestled in Lian, Batangas is the quaint barangay of Matabungkay known for its wide beach, clear waters, creamy sand and of course the "BALSA" (Bamboo Beach Raft). every year this small town will come alive in colorful celebrations as Matabungkay Beach Resort & Hotel hosts the BALSA FESTIVAL.
Lian's fiesta day is June 24 for every year in honor to celebrate the birthdate of Saint John The Baptist (baptised Jesus Christ). It is being celebrated by five (5) barangays in the poblacion 1,2,3,4 & 5 respectively, sitio Bag-bag also celebrate their fiesta on this day since they are much closer to town than to their respective brangays which is Kapito and Bungahan.
Note 1: Bag-bag is a river, and sitio Bag-bag is being shared by 2 barangays. Thus, Bag-bag Kapito and Bag-bag Bungahan which is just separated by the National Highway.
Nestled in Lian, Batangas is the quaint barangay of Matabungkay known for its wide beach, clear waters, creamy sand and of course the "BALSA" (Bamboo Beach Raft). every year this small town will come alive in colorful celebrations as Matabungkay Beach Resort & Hotel hosts the BALSA FESTIVAL.
Nasugbu
Nasugbu is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 96,113 people in 19,615 households.
Several bus services provide transportation to and from Nasugbu. Jeepneys from Tagaytay City also enter and leave the town at a scheduled time. Within the town, tricycles are the main mode of transport.
The local government is pushing for the cityhood of the town, which would pave way to make it more industrialised and developed.
On September 2, 2007, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo declared Nasugbu, famous for its white sand beach resorts, a special tourism zone. Executive Order 647 dated August 3 mandated the formation of a private sector-led "Nasugbu eminent persons group" to oversee the development of the Nasugbu Special Tourism Zone which will cover the areas included in the Nasugbu Tourism Development Plan prepared by the municipal government and validated by the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA). SM Investments Corp. (SIC) plans to construct a 59 km² resort, the Hamilo Coast at the NSTZ. Within the property is Mt. Pico de Loro, a national park. SIC will also establish a ferry service from the Manila Bay terminal of the SM Central Business Park in the Mall of Asia to Hamilo Coast, due to be operational by 2008.
Several bus services provide transportation to and from Nasugbu. Jeepneys from Tagaytay City also enter and leave the town at a scheduled time. Within the town, tricycles are the main mode of transport.
The local government is pushing for the cityhood of the town, which would pave way to make it more industrialised and developed.
On September 2, 2007, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo declared Nasugbu, famous for its white sand beach resorts, a special tourism zone. Executive Order 647 dated August 3 mandated the formation of a private sector-led "Nasugbu eminent persons group" to oversee the development of the Nasugbu Special Tourism Zone which will cover the areas included in the Nasugbu Tourism Development Plan prepared by the municipal government and validated by the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA). SM Investments Corp. (SIC) plans to construct a 59 km² resort, the Hamilo Coast at the NSTZ. Within the property is Mt. Pico de Loro, a national park. SIC will also establish a ferry service from the Manila Bay terminal of the SM Central Business Park in the Mall of Asia to Hamilo Coast, due to be operational by 2008.
Balisong
A balisong, otherwise known as a butterfly knife or a Batangas knife, is a Philippine folding pocket knife with two handles counter-rotating around the tang such that, when closed, the blade is concealed within grooves in the handles. In the hands of a trained user, the knife blade can be brought to bear quickly using one hand. Manipulations, called flipping, are performed for art or amusement.
While the meaning of the term "balisong" is not entirely clear, a popular belief is that it is derived from the Tagalog Language words baling sungay (literally, "broken horn") as the original balisongs were made from carved animal horns. These knives are also referred to as "fan knives" or "click clacks."
The use of the balisong is so popular in the Philippines that an urban legend exists about every Batangueño carrying it everywhere he goes. They are a pocket utility knife used by people of Filipino society. They have also been used to fight duels over matters of honor, although such practices have been discontinued for decades.
While the meaning of the term "balisong" is not entirely clear, a popular belief is that it is derived from the Tagalog Language words baling sungay (literally, "broken horn") as the original balisongs were made from carved animal horns. These knives are also referred to as "fan knives" or "click clacks."
The use of the balisong is so popular in the Philippines that an urban legend exists about every Batangueño carrying it everywhere he goes. They are a pocket utility knife used by people of Filipino society. They have also been used to fight duels over matters of honor, although such practices have been discontinued for decades.
Balayan
Balayan is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 67,170 people in 13,843 households.
Part of Balayan’s beauty is its close affinity to history. The town was one of the first settlements in the Philippines, with existing records of local residents exchanging barter goods with Chinese traders dating back to the mid-14th century. The area of Balayan figured greatly in Chinese records as the center of the country they called Mai-I, which was derived from the ancient word “Bai,” meaning “house.” Over time, the name shifted to “Balay,” after the Visayan, until the final name of Balayan was coined. Despite the presence of Spanish forces in the Philippines, a number of areas around the archipelago were often plagued by attacks from Muslims. In the mid-18th century, Muslims were able to take over the town, keeping it under their control for two months. When they left, they burned the whole town. The event prompted local officials to set up a fort to prevent further Muslim attacks. With much of the town’s life steeped in Spanish colonial culture, starting with the coming of Franciscan friars in 1572, it is not surprising that it values this part of its past.
Part of Balayan’s beauty is its close affinity to history. The town was one of the first settlements in the Philippines, with existing records of local residents exchanging barter goods with Chinese traders dating back to the mid-14th century. The area of Balayan figured greatly in Chinese records as the center of the country they called Mai-I, which was derived from the ancient word “Bai,” meaning “house.” Over time, the name shifted to “Balay,” after the Visayan, until the final name of Balayan was coined. Despite the presence of Spanish forces in the Philippines, a number of areas around the archipelago were often plagued by attacks from Muslims. In the mid-18th century, Muslims were able to take over the town, keeping it under their control for two months. When they left, they burned the whole town. The event prompted local officials to set up a fort to prevent further Muslim attacks. With much of the town’s life steeped in Spanish colonial culture, starting with the coming of Franciscan friars in 1572, it is not surprising that it values this part of its past.
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