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Memory of Pinatubo Wrath Preserved in Pampanga
Memory of Pinatubo Wrath Preserved in Pampanga
How could they forget the terrifying moments when the bright, rainy afternoon of June 15, 1991, suddenly turned into a very dark night and mud rained down from the sky? How could they forget how the subsequent lahar flows buried densely populated communities in a blink of an eye? This was the primary reason why the Center for Kapampangan Studies at the Holy Angel University (HAU) in Angeles City decided to establish a Pinatubo Museum in 2016.
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Published at 2021-07-03 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Culture, Environment, History
DENR Suspends Quarrying, Crushing Plant Permits of 11 Firms in Rizal
DENR Suspends Quarrying, Crushing Plant Permits of 11 Firms in Rizal
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has suspended the quarrying and crushing plant permits of 11 companies in Rizal. During the hearing of the Senate Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change on Thursday, DENR Secretary Roy Cimatu enumerated the firms whose Mineral Production Sharing Agreements (MPSA) have been suspended.
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Published at 2020-12-08 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Business, Environment, Legal
Mangroves and Fireflies: Magical, Eco-Friendly Kayak Tour in Abatan River, Bohol
Mangroves and Fireflies: Magical, Eco-Friendly Kayak Tour in Abatan River, Bohol
Our group’s kayak guide Jeremy allowed us to bask in the stillness before he pointed out the century-old mangroves that had withstood many a typhoon. He shared the names of some mangroves, including some of the species like pagatpat whose branches would light up with fireflies later that night.
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Published at 2018-04-22 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Environment, Travel
Love Cruising at Loboc River
Love Cruising at Loboc River
Through the years, thousands of tourists gather in Loboc River, Bohol, to experience one of the well-known floating restaurants. How could they say that this is the most beautiful spot in Bohol?
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Published at 2018-03-08 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary, Travel
Puerto Princesa Underground River: A True Natural Wonder
Puerto Princesa Underground River: A True Natural Wonder
I tried to describe this amazing spectacle of the natural world and came up short. I was rendered speechless with awe and admiration, so I just grabbed this fitting description of the Puerto Princesa Underground River from the official site of the New 7 Wonders of Nature:
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Published at 2018-03-07 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary, Travel
Exploring the Agusan River in Mindanao
Exploring the Agusan River in Mindanao
I had been to the Agusan provinces several times before, primarily to take pictures of the majestic marshlands, but in April this year, I packed my bags for something else entirely. To call it a river cruise is a stretch, although there promised to be lots of hanging around the deck and looking at the sights. But perhaps “exploratory mission” provides a better description.
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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Travel
San Juan River (Metro Manila)
San Juan River (Metro Manila)
The San Juan River is one of the main river systems in Metro Manila, Philippines, and is a major tributary of the Pasig River. It begins near La Mesa Dam as the San Francisco del Monte River, which officially takes the name San Juan River when it meets with Mariblo Creek in Quezon City. As the San Juan River, it passes through Quezon City, San Juan, the Manila district of Santa Mesa, and Mandaluyong.
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Published at 2018-02-17 by Puerto Parrot
Pinacanauan River: the Largest Tributary of Cagayan River
Pinacanauan River: the Largest Tributary of Cagayan River
The Cagayan Valley is said to be one of the most fertile lands in the Philippines, owing this distinction to its many rich and beautiful rivers like the serene and crystal clear Pinacanauan River, which is truly a sight to behold.
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Published at 2018-02-17 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Fauna and flora, Travel
Tags: Cagayan, river
Top 5 Longest Rivers in the Philippines for the River Enthusiasts
Top 5 Longest Rivers in the Philippines for the River Enthusiasts
The Philippines is not really known for its rivers. Tourists, local and foreign alike, are more drawn to its white sand beaches and clean, turquoise blue waters. But did you know that the country’s rivers are also quite an attraction themselves? If you love anything and everything about rivers, here are the top five longest rivers in the Philippines.
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Published at 2018-02-16 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary, Travel
Tags: Tourism, river
8 Enchanting Rivers in the Philippines That Will Make You Skip the Beach
8 Enchanting Rivers in the Philippines That Will Make You Skip the Beach
The Philippines is a tropical country, known to the rest of the world as a place full of beautiful beaches. It offers plenty of options, may it be a short travel outside of Metro Manila or a posh island that racks up the attention of Hollywood stars (Amanpulo, anyone?). Anyone you ask would recommend a great beach to go, either a touristy one or a beach less travelled to. Beaches get all the stars, yet most Filipinos forget that the Philippines is an archipelago, which means water is everywhere.
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Published at 2018-02-16 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary, Travel
Tags: river
List of Rivers and Estuaries in Metro Manila
List of Rivers and Estuaries in Metro Manila
Metro Manila, Philippines, is located in the hydraulically complex Pasig River—Laguna de Bay—Manila Bay watershed, which includes more than thirty tributaries within the urban area.
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Published at 2018-02-16 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary
Tags: Manila, river
Pasig River Light
Pasig River Light
The Pasig River Light was the first light station in the Philippines when it was established in 1642. The first lighthouse tower in the country was erected in the station and first lit in 1846. It was then located on the north jetty at the mouth of Pasig River in San Nicolas, Manila, marking the entrance of the river for vessels cruising Manila Bay, looking to dock on the inland Port of Manila that was then located along the banks of the Pasig River in Binondo and Intramuros.
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Published at 2018-02-15 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Documentary, History, Travel
Exploring the Bugang River from Malumpati Health Spring to Pandan Bay
Exploring the Bugang River from Malumpati Health Spring to Pandan Bay
The sun slowly radiates the whole of Pandan Beach Resort as locals of the coastal municipality began to assemble on the shore. A heavy breakfast was served and signified the start of another exciting day in Antique. The owner of the resort informed us that we will be going to explore the stretch of the Bugang River. I was thrilled because another superb experience will be listed down on my journal.
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Published at 2018-02-02 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Fauna and flora, Travel
Tags: river, spring
The Enchanted River of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
The Enchanted River of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
Before my trip to Surigao del Sur, I searched and researched several times in the internet on different tourist spots this land can offer to its visitors. And most of my readings from different articles and blog posts are pointing and suggesting to a common and a must-see destination in Surigao. None other than, the Enchanted River of the municipality of Hinatuan.
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Published at 2018-01-27 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Leisure, Travel