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Binan, Laguna

Another weekend favorite destination among city dwellers is the province of Laguna. Situated southeast, approximately 40 kilometers from the capital Manila, Laguna boasts of several interesting sights, perfect for a quick retreat, relaxation, or recreation. The province is part of the CALABARZON Region, located south of the province of Rizal, west of Quezon, north of Batangas, and east of Cavite.

Culture & Lifestyle

Laguna is famous as the birthplace of the Philippine national hero, Jose Rizal. Standing witness to the aspiration for freedom of its most popular son, Laguna was one of the provinces who staged a revolt against the Spanish rule in the 1890s.

Today, Laguna exhibits a thriving economy. Its main resources include coconuts, rice, citrus fruits, lanzones, and other products. The level of development across towns vary, with those closest to Manila becoming industrialized and the inner ones continue to engage in agriculture and small-scale industries. Tourists flock to visit its beautiful wonders, including Pagsanjan Falls, the hot springs in Calamba and Los Banos, the dormant volcanoes Mount Makiling and Mount Banahaw, Caliraya Lake, and Laguna Lake, the largest lake in the Philippines. Laguna Lake is the main fishing ground, providing source of livelihood among locals.

Among the many labels of the province include, the Detroit of the Philippines because of the presence of major vehicle manufacturers in the city of Santa Rosa; the Silicon Valley of the Philippines due to the myriad of electronic and semi-conductor companies operating in the province; and the Resort Capital of the Philippines as it is home to more than 700 hot spring resorts in Calamba and Los Banos – a surefire way to relax your tired muscles after a long day or a busy week.

Laguna is a notable contributor to the vibrancy of arts in the country. Paintings and sculptures from Paete, known as the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines, have won national and international awards.

Local Guide

Local Government

The province is subdivided in four congressional districts, and has six cities, 23 municipalities or towns, and 674 barangays.

Getting Around

Laguna is about two hours south of Manila via the South Luzon Expressway. There are several buses from Manila that can take you to the province, including Jack Liner, HM Transport, Lucena Lines, Saint Rose, and Green Transit. There are also other buses that have different sign boards, such as Lemery (Batangas). You can also take these buses since they will pass by the town of Calamba. Just tell the conductor or the driver to drop you off Calamba proper. If you want to go to other towns, there are public utility jeepneys and tricycles in Calamba. You can also drive your own car, the convenient way to go to Laguna or explore its many interesting towns.

Hotels & Resorts:

  • Santa Rosa:
    • Splash Island
    • Techno Park Hotel
    • El Cielito Inn
    • Paseo Premier Hotel
  • Cavinti:
    • Lagos del Sol Resort
  • Lumban:
    • Caliraya Resort Club
  • Calamba:
    • The Green Glass Boutique Hotel
    • Dona Jovita Garden Resort
    • Makiling Highlands Resort
    • Riverview Resort and Conference Center
    • La Vista Pansol Resort
  • Los Banos:
    • Anest Tower
    • Palm Spring Resort and Hotel
  • San Pablo:
    • Tahanan ni Aling Meding Hotel and Restaurant
    • Rockpoint Hotel
    • Spa and Conference Center
    • Sulyap Bed and Breakfast Boutique Hotel
    • Sitio De Amor Farm Resort
  • Pagsanjan:
    • Pagsanjan Falls Lodge and Summer Resort

Tourist Attractions:

  • Historical Attractions:
    • Rizal Shrine
    • Alberto House
    • Homma-Yamashita Shrine
    • Japanese Garde
    • Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery
    • The Battle of Mabitac Mural
    • Pila Town Plaza
    • Pila Ancestral Homes
  • Natural Attractions:
    • Pagsanjan Falls
    • Mount Makiling Hot Springs
    • Crocodile Lake, Hulugan Falls
    • Eight mountains
    • Mayatba & Spill Way Resort
    • Seven Lakes of San Pablo
    • Buruwisan Falls
    • Cavinti Underground River
    • Cavinti Caves Complex
  • Theme Park Attractions:
    • Enchanted Kingdom
    • Nuvali Evoliving
    • Nuvali Republic Wakepark

Festivals & Events

  • Los Banos:
    • Banamos
  • Santa Rosa:
    • Sikhayan Festival
    • Uhayan Festival
    • Sinag Festival
    • Salambaw Festival
    • Kalusugan Festival
    • Flores de Mayo
    • Santa Rosa Cityhood Day
    • Saint Rose of Lima Fiesta
    • Saint Lorenzo Ruiz Fiesta
    • Ilaya Festival

 

Shopping & Entertainment:

  • Los Banos:
    • YMCA Plaza
    • Olivarez Plaza
  • Santa Rosa:
    • SM City
    • Robinsons Place
  • Calamba:
    • SM City

Investment Zone:

  • Rosa:
    • Lakeside EvoZone
    • Robinsons Place Sta. Rosa
    • Rosa Commercial IT Park
    • Greenfield Automotive Park
    • Toyota Sta. Rosa (Laguna) Special Economic Zone
  • Calamba:
    • Allegis Information Technology Park
    • Calamba Premiere International Park
    • Carmelray Industrial Park I and II
    • Carmelray International Business Park
    • Filinvest Technology Park – Calamba
    • Light Industry & Science Park II
    • SMPIC Special Economic Zone
    • YTMI Realty Special Economic Zone
  • Binan:
    • Ecocentrum BPO/IT Park
    • One Asia Business Center
    • Laguna International Industrial Park
    • Laguna Technopark
    • Laguna Technopark Annex

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