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Historical Attractions Located in Laguna

Good thing that these historical places have been preserved and being heeded by the Local Government. Here is a list of Historical Attractions in Laguna you can visit: 1. Rizal Shrine, Calamba City It is a Spanish vintage house is being maintained as a national shrine by the National Government. It houses the Rizalian memorabilia [...]

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The Pagsanjan

The Pagsanjan Falls

Pagsanjan Falls Known not only for its waterfalls but for its historic town gate, the Arco Real. This was built in 1878-1880 by many Pagsanjeño polistas. It has three Roman arches, topped by two lions guarding Spain’s royal escutcheon. Along Rizal St., formerly known as Calle Real, is a series of old houses that survived [...]

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Japanese Memorial Garden

Japanese Memorial Garden

Japanese Memorial Garden It is located at Brgy. Kanluran Talaongan, Cavinti, Laguna, and was constructed by the Japanese government in the 1970s. It can be reached by car or other land transport within one hour from Sta. Cruz, Laguna. {Details from:www.travelmart.net} Technorati Tags: cavinti, laguna, japanese memorial garden, historical site in laguna

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Homma-Yamashita Shrine

Homma-Yamashita Shrine Four years of Japanese occupation destroyed many buildings, roads, and bridges in and around Los Baños. In quick succession, the College of Agriculture became a Japanese camp for prisoners of war, a camp for allied nationals, a target of Kempetai punitive measures, and the headquarters of a secret organization of guerillas. After the [...]

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Underground Cemetery

Underground Cemetery

Underground Cemetery Built in the 18th century by the Franciscan Missionaries, the Underground Cemetery is enclosed by a circular structure. The intricately designed wall and wrought iron gate with a red-tiled walk leads straight to the small chapel, where an altar-like structure is located. The tombstones are embedded on the brick walls of the cemetery [...]

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