The Barong Tagalog, one of philippines trademarks, as it is worn during special occasions.
The Balisong, butterfly knives, one of Batangueno's trademark, as shown by Dencio Padilla in his movies. Theres a lot of imitations of Balisong, but the authentic ones are made in Barangay Balisong, in Taal town, Batangas, hence the name balisong...
Batangas is famous for its panutsa (Peanut Brittle), Sinaing na Tulingan (small tuna in vinegar), suman (rice cakes wrapped in banana leaves), and the longganisa and tapa made in Taal Town, the achara of Calaca, and Bagoong of Balayan towns.
Sweets like macapuno, ube and pastillas are famous in the town of Malvar, particularly the Elsa's Sweet Candies in San Gregorio Malvar Batangas.
For Batangas Souvenirs and products, you may get in touch with the Batangas Province Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Saplot Batangenyo,Batangas novelty shirts, “For the first time, the Batangueños had something they can wear and show off a shirt that they can show the world who they are, that they a
re Batangueños through and through, and they are proud of it, That’s because we define the message ourselves. The goal was to have religious, intelligent ridiculous, and gross message presented with class and style.(likhang sining ng Emmanuel's tatakan @ibp.)
Batangas Food
About Batangas Food:
Ask the locals about their "kilawin", it is fresh fish soaked in vinegar and acidic juices like lemon, lime, or the local kalamansi, with lots of tiny chopped onions, fresh garlic, and hot peppers, its really good when the fish is still very fresh, as in just caught and straight ahead to the chopping board.
Fried longganisa and Tapang Taal with Atchara.
Beef Kaldereta and Beef Tadyang at the A & M Restaurant.
Hamburger at the Hungry Hippo in Batangas City.
Crispy Pata at The Only Place / The Other Place Restaurants.
Pritong Tilapia caught fresh from Taal Lake.
Maliputo is a delicious fish found only at Taal Lake.
Tawilis is another delicacy - small fishes caught only in Taal Lake.
Pancit Tikyano (red stir-fried noodles) from Letty's in Batangas City.
Hot Chocolate in a roadside stand en route to Mabini and Anilao.
Kapeng Barako, the coffee that made the province famous.
Lomi in Pangao Ibaan is the best and try their original mouth-watering Tamales.
Ask the locals about their "kilawin", it is fresh fish soaked in vinegar and acidic juices like lemon, lime, or the local kalamansi, with lots of tiny chopped onions, fresh garlic, and hot peppers, its really good when the fish is still very fresh, as in just caught and straight ahead to the chopping board.
Fried longganisa and Tapang Taal with Atchara.
Beef Kaldereta and Beef Tadyang at the A & M Restaurant.
Hamburger at the Hungry Hippo in Batangas City.
Crispy Pata at The Only Place / The Other Place Restaurants.
Pritong Tilapia caught fresh from Taal Lake.
Maliputo is a delicious fish found only at Taal Lake.
Tawilis is another delicacy - small fishes caught only in Taal Lake.
Pancit Tikyano (red stir-fried noodles) from Letty's in Batangas City.
Hot Chocolate in a roadside stand en route to Mabini and Anilao.
Kapeng Barako, the coffee that made the province famous.
Lomi in Pangao Ibaan is the best and try their original mouth-watering Tamales.
Taga-Ibaan on Busby SEO Challenge
Our kabayan from Ibaan, Batangas is now trying his luck to win the $5,000 Busby SEO Challenge keyphrase optimisation contest. The said contest will end on August 31, 2008 so we still have times to support our Kabayan. Let's give him more backlinks to win the contest.
San Juan
San Juan is a 1st class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. It occupies the easternmost portion of the province, 43 kilometers east of Batangas City, also the same distance southwest of Lucena City, Quezon, and 115 kilometers away from Manila. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 78,169 people in 16,519 households.
One of the main objective of Mayor Danilo Mindanao is by converting the town of San Juan not only a First Class Municipality, but by converting it into a city.
San Juan is politically subdivided into 42 barangays.
Abung, Balagbag, Barualte, Bataan, Buhay na Sapa, Bulsa, Calicanto, Calitcalit, Calubcub I, Calubcub II, Catmon, Coloconto, Escribano, Hugom, Imelda (Tubog), Janaojanao, Laiya-Aplaya, Laiya-Ibabao, Libato, Lipahan, Mabalanoy, Nagsaulay, Maraykit, Muzon (Josel's Farm), Palahanan I, Palahanan II, Palingowak, Pinagbayanan, Poblacion, Poctol, Pulangbato, Putingbuhangin, Quipot, Sampiro, Sapangan, Sico I, Sico II, Subukin, Talahiban I, Talahiban II, Ticalan, Tipaz
Dr. Victor Salud - Graduate, UP College of Dentisty, San Juan's First Dentist (1923)
Gen. Renato S. De Villa - Former Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, 1998 Presidential Candidate
Renee Salud - the country's premier Fashion Designer
Rudy Salud - Founding Secretary-General World Boxing Council, Former PBA Commissioner, Boxing Manager and Promoter
[Amb. Henrietta De Villa - Former Philippine Ambassador to the Vatican
Gen. Leandro R. Mendoza - Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), Former Police Director General of the Philippine National Police (2001).
One of the main objective of Mayor Danilo Mindanao is by converting the town of San Juan not only a First Class Municipality, but by converting it into a city.
San Juan is politically subdivided into 42 barangays.
Abung, Balagbag, Barualte, Bataan, Buhay na Sapa, Bulsa, Calicanto, Calitcalit, Calubcub I, Calubcub II, Catmon, Coloconto, Escribano, Hugom, Imelda (Tubog), Janaojanao, Laiya-Aplaya, Laiya-Ibabao, Libato, Lipahan, Mabalanoy, Nagsaulay, Maraykit, Muzon (Josel's Farm), Palahanan I, Palahanan II, Palingowak, Pinagbayanan, Poblacion, Poctol, Pulangbato, Putingbuhangin, Quipot, Sampiro, Sapangan, Sico I, Sico II, Subukin, Talahiban I, Talahiban II, Ticalan, Tipaz
Dr. Victor Salud - Graduate, UP College of Dentisty, San Juan's First Dentist (1923)
Gen. Renato S. De Villa - Former Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, 1998 Presidential Candidate
Renee Salud - the country's premier Fashion Designer
Rudy Salud - Founding Secretary-General World Boxing Council, Former PBA Commissioner, Boxing Manager and Promoter
[Amb. Henrietta De Villa - Former Philippine Ambassador to the Vatican
Gen. Leandro R. Mendoza - Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), Former Police Director General of the Philippine National Police (2001).
Malvar
Malvar is a 4th class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 32,691 people in 6,310 households. The municipality is named after General Miguel Malvar, the last Filipino General to surrender to the American Government in the Philippines in 1902.
Located 68 kilometers south of Manila and easily accessible via the STAR Tollway, Malvar is bounded on the north by Tanauan, on the east by Sto Tomas, on the south by Lipa and on the west by Balete.
Calejon Falls -- This natural attraction consists of two major water falls and two smaller ones. One of the bigger falls is about 10 feet high with a great volume of clear water gushing down to a shallow pool. The other one (also about 10 feet high) resembles a bridal gown. One of the two smaller falls is shower-like, while the other one forms a series of small cascades. All the falls are located in an area of about 300 square meters.
How to get there: Calejon Falls is located in Barangay San Gregorio, (formerly called Calejon) The spot is easily accessible via STAR Tollway Bulihan Exit. From Manila, take a bus bound for Batangas City or Lipa then drop at Malvar town. Jeepneys and tricycle service Barangay San Gregorio from the town proper. The five-kilometer stretch of road is well-paved and smooth even for small cars. Upon reaching the area, a series of 300 concrete steps going down the river will have to be taken. Going back up is a challenge.
Located 68 kilometers south of Manila and easily accessible via the STAR Tollway, Malvar is bounded on the north by Tanauan, on the east by Sto Tomas, on the south by Lipa and on the west by Balete.
Calejon Falls -- This natural attraction consists of two major water falls and two smaller ones. One of the bigger falls is about 10 feet high with a great volume of clear water gushing down to a shallow pool. The other one (also about 10 feet high) resembles a bridal gown. One of the two smaller falls is shower-like, while the other one forms a series of small cascades. All the falls are located in an area of about 300 square meters.
How to get there: Calejon Falls is located in Barangay San Gregorio, (formerly called Calejon) The spot is easily accessible via STAR Tollway Bulihan Exit. From Manila, take a bus bound for Batangas City or Lipa then drop at Malvar town. Jeepneys and tricycle service Barangay San Gregorio from the town proper. The five-kilometer stretch of road is well-paved and smooth even for small cars. Upon reaching the area, a series of 300 concrete steps going down the river will have to be taken. Going back up is a challenge.
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