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Centro de Turismo Intramuros in Manila: A Modern Hub Celebrating the Future and History of the Walled City

Centro de Turismo Intramuros in Manila: A Modern Hub Celebrating the Future and History of the Walled City

It’s time to uncover more historical and cultural artifacts at Centro de Turismo Intramuros, the latest addition to Intramuros' cultural scene.

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Museum & Art Gallery

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National Museum of the Philippines Reopens This Week, Here’s What You Need to Know

National Museum of the Philippines Reopens This Week, Here’s What You Need to Know

The National Museum of the Philippines reopened and only accommodates fully vaccinated visitors.

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Quezon City One-Day Guide: The Dream City of the North

Quezon City One-Day Guide: The Dream City of the North

Explore the dream city of the north, Quezon City!

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Tomas Morato Street

Museum & Art Gallery

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UP Academic Oval: The Heart of UP Diliman

UP Academic Oval: The Heart of UP Diliman

UP Diliman is known as a sight for many historical events like the Diliman Commune in 1971. It is also popular for its spots like the Academic Oval.

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Quezon City Spot 2019

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Quezon City Spot 2019

Chavayan Village in Sabtang, Batanes: A Rich Cultural History Beyond Stonehouses

Chavayan Village in Sabtang, Batanes: A Rich Cultural History Beyond Stonehouses

Known for its rich cultural history, Chavayan Village is undoubtedly one of the most popular spots in Sabtang Island.

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Batanes Spot 2019

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Batanes Spot 2019

South Batan Island, Batanes: A Rustic Harbor of Pasturelands and Fishing Communities

South Batan Island, Batanes: A Rustic Harbor of Pasturelands and Fishing Communities

Join Philippine Primer as we walk you through South Batan Island and its top destinations!

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Philippine Islands

BOHOL TRAVEL: Exciting Countryside and Island Hopping Tours Await on the Island

BOHOL TRAVEL: Exciting Countryside and Island Hopping Tours Await on the Island

If you're looking for a vacation spot that is not as crowded as Siargao or Boracay, then Bohol is just the right place for you. Visit the 10th largest island in the Philippines, the gold buckle at the heart of Visayas. This place will surely be a balm to your soul.

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Bohol Spot 2019

Tour & Travel Agency

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Bohol Spot 2019

Palacio de Memoria: A Bearer of Centuries-Worth of History in Parañaque City

Palacio de Memoria: A Bearer of Centuries-Worth of History in Parañaque City

In the middle of the bustling city of Parañaque City stands the seven-story white walls of Palacio de Memoria, a mansion that truly withstood the test of time.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Ryugu Shrine, A Matchmaking Spot in Kagoshima

JAPAN TRAVEL: Ryugu Shrine, A Matchmaking Spot in Kagoshima

Ryugu Shrine is a popular place of worship in Nagasakibana—the southernmost point of the Satsuma Peninsula in South Kagoshima.

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

Feature of the Month

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tokumitsu Shrine, A Historical Landmark in Kagoshima

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tokumitsu Shrine, A Historical Landmark in Kagoshima

Tokumitsu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture established to honor sailor Maeda Riemon, who introduced the sweet potato (Satsuma-imo) seedlings to Kagoshima back in 1705.

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

Feature of the Month

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: The House at Sengan Garden, a Tour Inside Shimadzu Clan’s Residence

JAPAN TRAVEL: The House at Sengan Garden, a Tour Inside Shimadzu Clan’s Residence

The former residence of the Shimadzu Clan is one of the many spots that you can see in Sengan-en in Kagoshima Prefecture.

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

Feature of the Month

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Kagoshima Spot 2019

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

Sitting on top of a hill overlooking the large waves of the West Philippine Sea is Cape Bojeador Lighthouse built during the Spanish Colonial period.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Oe Church, the Oldest Catholic Church in Amakusa

JAPAN TRAVEL: Oe Church, the Oldest Catholic Church in Amakusa

One of the churches built after the Christianity ban has been lifted is Oe Church. The present structure of the church which features a Romanesque-style was built by Fr. Garnier, a French missionary and some local parishioners in 1933.

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Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto Spot 2019

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Kumamoto Spot 2019

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: Santa Maria Church Manifests UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Ensemble

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: Santa Maria Church Manifests UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Ensemble

A UNESCO World Heritage and one of the four beautiful baroque churches in the Philippines lies behind the town of Sta. Maria in Ilocos Sur. Situated in the town center and sitting on top of a hill is Santa Maria Church, also known as The Church of Our Lady of Assumption.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

The star-shaped Goryokaku Fort in Hakodate, Japan is not just for made for viewing pleasure—it holds importance in the city’s history as it was strategically built in 1864 to reduce blind spots in gun battles for defense.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

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Hakodate Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Nomura Clan Samurai Home in Kanazawa City

JAPAN TRAVEL: Nomura Clan Samurai Home in Kanazawa City

Nomura Samurai House is where one of the richest traditional heritage of Japan can be found!

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Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

Museum & Art Gallery

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture

Get to see one of the most breathtaking views in Japan from the famous Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture.

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New Golden Route 2018

Amusement park/Theme park

Feature of the Month

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum's name instantly gives away what is displayed inside the halls of the museum: a selection of dinosaur bones (either real or made out of a synthetic material), animatronic displays, and a section dedicated to Earth Science and the evolution of life on Earth.

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Feature of the Month

New Golden Route 2018

Amusement park/Theme park

Animal Park & Wildlife

Feature of the Month

Museum & Art Gallery

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Awara Onsen in Fukui Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Awara Onsen in Fukui Prefecture

Fukui Prefecture is a place known for its tranquility thanks to the abundance of greenery, and no other city in the prefecture embodies this more than Awara Onsen, the region’s well-known hot spring city.

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New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inami Town in Toyama Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inami Town in Toyama Prefecture

Visit Inami in Toyama Prefecture, one the best town in Japan that is well known for its incredible traditional wood carvings.

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Toyama Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

Museum & Art Gallery

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Saishoin Temple in Aomori, Japan Lets You See the Most Beautiful Pagoda of Tohoku Region

JAPAN TRAVEL: Saishoin Temple in Aomori, Japan Lets You See the Most Beautiful Pagoda of Tohoku Region

The Saishoin Temple grounds is a tranquil and sacred pilgrimage site in Hirosaki, where tourists can learn and appreciate the sacred history of Japanese in Aomori Prefecture. It is home to the eye-catching five-storied pagoda of Hirosaki, a reflection of the city’s historic charm as it is built with a significant purpose.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

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Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Kenroku Garden in Ishikawa Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Kenroku Garden in Ishikawa Prefecture

Kenroku-en was once the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle, the home of the daimyos, landlords of Kanazawa, during the Edo period. It has gone through several renovations, including the expansion of the Kasumiga-ike Pond found in the center of the garden, throughout its history.

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Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

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New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City Will Immerse You with Cultural Experiences

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City Will Immerse You with Cultural Experiences

The city of Hirosaki in Aomori is best explored through Tsugaru-han Neputa Village a spot that serves as a microcosm of the town that’s rich in culture and tradition. A trip to this village will immerse you in cultural experiences you can only find in Hirosaki, a leisurely introduction to the region’s outlying neighborhood.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Museum & Art Gallery

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Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Catholic Church in Aomori Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Catholic Church in Aomori Prefecture

The Hirosaki Catholic Church is a Roman-style building built by Yokoyama Tsuneki, the brother of Horie Sakichi, a well-known builder who designed most of the Western-style buildings in Hirosaki.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

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Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Castle and Park in Aomori: Springtime’s Most Beautiful Cherry Blossom Destination

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Castle and Park in Aomori: Springtime’s Most Beautiful Cherry Blossom Destination

When almost all of Japan’s cherry blossoms have already withered, Aomori Prefecture’s spring is just about to start. In the lesser-known city of Hirosaki, we’ll take you to a town that lures more and more tourists every springtime. All roads lead to Aomori Prefecture’s Hirosaki Castle and Park, a flourishing attraction in the midst of spring. Hirosaki Castle and Park in spring What to See at the Hirosaki Castle and Park Recognized as one of the top cherry blossom viewing sites in Japan, the sakura experience in Hirosaki Castle and Park traces its history back in 1715 when the famed Tsugaru clan ordered to plant cherry trees from Kyoto to […]

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

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Hirosaki Spot 2018

Club Intramuros Golf Course: A historic recreational site in Intramuros

Club Intramuros Golf Course: A historic recreational site in Intramuros

The golf course was opened in 1930 but the club has been around since 1907.

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Intramuros 2018

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Sports & Recreation

Intramuros 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: A Walk-Through to Nagoya Castle and Hommaru Palace’s History

JAPAN TRAVEL: A Walk-Through to Nagoya Castle and Hommaru Palace’s History

Learn how the lords of Nagoya Castle lived and welcomed their visitors before through Philippine Primer's walk-through inside Hommaru Palace!

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Inuyama Castle Stands as the Oldest in Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inuyama Castle Stands as the Oldest in Japan

It’s an uphill battle to go to this castle, but it’s worth a trip.

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Shoryudo Region

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Museum Meiji-Mura: Where Japan Meets the West

Museum Meiji-Mura: Where Japan Meets the West

This open-air museum will take you back in Japan’s historical period!

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

Amusement park/Theme park

Museum & Art Gallery

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Hida-Furukawa: Must-Visit Spots and Why You Should Go Here

Hida-Furukawa: Must-Visit Spots and Why You Should Go Here

Did you know that Japanese animated film Kimi No Nawa based its film location in this quaint town of Hida Furukawa?

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Gifu Prefecture

Shoryudo Region

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