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Reopening of Sicogon Island resort planned

Posted by Marcos Caratao Jr. (Marcos C.) on May 16, 2008 (2:57 pm). Categorized Under: Business and Economy.

CEBU/ILOILO — The Sarrosa family of Western Visayas is talking with foreign investors who are interested in forming a joint venture that will re-develop Sicogon Island into a tourist destination that could rival Boracay. Continue Reading »

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La Paz District Plaza

Posted by Marcos Caratao Jr. (Marcos C.) on November 14, 2007 (3:00 pm). Categorized Under: General.

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“); } ?>Wide open spaces and an overgrowth of greens abound in the public plaza of La Paz District attracting fun and recreation into sunny mornings or lazy afternoons. Continue Reading »

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Mt. Manaphag (also called Mt. Pan de Azucar)

Posted by (Explore Iloilo) on July 30, 2006 (10:44 pm). Categorized Under: General.

Located in Pan de Azucar island (”Sugar loaf”), it is the most commanding landmark in Concepcion. According to legend, a giant named Toya used to inhabit the summit of Manaphag. Toya takes a bath in a lagoon on the summit, using for a scoop the shell of a gigantic manlot or clam. It is also home to white-breasted hawks and a community of wild monkeys.
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