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Thursday, November 18, 2010

Places


The following are some distinctive places and cultures of Tanay...

  • Calinawan Cave and Rawang Pass: Stronghold of the Filipinos in the Revolution against Spain and in the Filipino-American War in April-May 1900. It also housed the towns people during the Second World War, beginning the Invasion of Tanay in March, 1945 from the Filipino soldiers and recognized guerrillas against the Japanese Imperial forces.
  • Daranak Falls and Batlag Falls: A popular local tourist attraction.
  • Masungi Rock, in the Sierra Madre mountains near Cuyambay, may be of interest to hikers and geologists.
  • Parola, the historic lighthouse of Tanay, offers a picturesque view of Laguna de Bay as well as several nearby restaurants.
  • Tanay Catholic Church: Also known as San Ildefonso Parish Church, it was built between 1773-1783 using forced labor, and is the second oldest church in the province.
  • Tanay Coliseum, near the Municipal Hall, features cockfights and local boxing matches.
  • Tanay Plaza and T.Q. Bernados Park: Adjacent to the church, this is the main social gathering place in the town, where during festivals one may observe performances of the Tariki dance, or the Subok. A monument of Jose Rizal also stood there.
  • "Tanay Town Center (SaveMore)": The First Community Mall ever established at Tanay, showing the start of Business Development in the Area.
  • "George Town": A nightclub for all except for minors who wants to have enjoyment in their life.
  • "Jollibee":first fast food in the town

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