Little Rome of the Philippines



Have you been to Rome? Malayo, magastos, tsaka bakit naman ako pupunta doon? In spite of this, we all know that it is nice to visit new places once in your life, right? Alam mo ba na p'wede mong bisitahin ang Rome dito sa Pilipinas? Visit the "Little Rome of the Philippines", Lipa City.

Right in the heart of the magnificent province of Batangas lies this very rich-cultured city of Lipa. Tinagurian little Rome of the Philippines dahil sa napakarami nitong simbahan (around 50 parishes). In fact, it was featured in many shows and write-ups, (you may easily google this fact). In addition, the past national pilgrimages were held in Lipa. Also, did you know that 95% of the city population is Roman Catholic? No question kung bakit naibigay sa naturang bayan ang kanyang title.

The lenten season has started and if you are looking for a place for your Visita Iglesia, you may consider dropping by Lipa City. Below is the list of some churches you may visit when you get into the town.

• Divino Amor Chapel (Redemptorist): M.K. Lina St., Poblacion, Lipa City
• Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Chapel
• Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church: Antipolo del Norte, Lipa City
• Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage: Lodlod, Lipa City
• Parish of Mary, Mediatrix of All Grace: Antipolo del Norte, Lipa City
• Carmel of Our Lady, Mary Mediatrix of All Grace: Antipolo del Norte, Lipa City
• San Sebastian Cathedral- C.M. Recto Ave., Poblacion, Lipa City
• Archdiocesan Shrine of San Vicente Ferrer: Banay-banay, Lipa City
• San Antonio de Padua Church: Bolbok, Lipa City
• San Isidro Labrador: San Isidro, Lipa City
• Santo Nino Parish: Marawoy, Lipa City
• Santo Nino Parish: Pinagtung-Ulan, Lipa City
• Parish of St. Therese of the Child Jesus: Talisay, Lipa City
• St. Benedict Monastery: Pinagtung-Ulan, Lipa City5 Seminaries and Monasteries

I want to visit there but how do I get to Rome ( I mean Lipa City )?
From Manila, ride a bus trip to SM Lipa.
From Quezon Province, you may ride jeepneys with a trip to Lipa (from Tiaong). You may also reach Lipa via Sto. Tomas trip of the bus then jeepney or another bus ride from Sto. Tomas to Lipa.
From Batangas City/Port you may ride a bus from Batangas City Grand Terminal, drop off is SM Lipa.

Apart from these religious picture you are creating in your mind, you will also experience the cold climate in the city for it is also known to be the 3rd coldest city of the Philippines (next to Baguio and Tagaytay). Impressed enough by that? Wait there's more; The whooping population of around 400,000 makes the city more fun to stay at. People are kind and generous, they love talks and walks and will surely brighten your stay there. Hindi ka mauubusan ng pupuntahan, gagawin, pakikisalamuhaan at higit sa lahat kakaibiganin. Eh bakit ga hindi ka na laang dine tumira? Pwede? Hhhhmmmm saan naman ako titira sa Lipa?

The City also is a hot spot for the emerging real estate developments in the Philippines. With numbers of subdivisions rising in almost every barangays of the town, ikaw na ang bahalang mamili kung saan ka titira. You can find developments that are proximal to the town proper. One of which is Diamond Heights Subdivision. You may visit their website here to learn more about the project.

All in all, we can really suggest you visit the place and experience the little Rome of the Philippines even once in your life. See how you find it, fall in love with it and its people and live a simple and religious life o true Catholic would always wish for.


credits to:
https://boyplakwatsa.com/2014/01/14/san-sebastian-cathedral-lipa-city/
http://jhaniedraftster.blogspot.com/2012/05/little-rome-of-philippines-lipa.html
http://lipacitybatangas.blogspot.com/2012/10/all-about-lipa-city-batangas.html


Mga Komento

Mag-post ng isang Komento

Mga sikat na post sa blog na ito

Quezon Gastronomy

Imahe
This time around let’s not just satisfy our eyes but also our tummy! Here in Quezon, you won’t starve. In fact, you need to save space in your stomach for foods from town to town. The real FOOD TRIP!!! This is not stress eating, only feeding our appetite and cravings. Quezon, without a doubt, will meet our taste of satisfaction and will go back for more. Eat now and diet later. Or on the hand, a you might ask yourself “Did I Eat That?” (DIET) For our first stop, it’s the beautiful town of Lucban. Known for the colorful Pahiyas Festival and its cold climate but also the mouthwatering foods and delicacies the town has to offer for its tourists or should I say for everybody? Hungry already? Then let’s try Pansit Lucban or also called Pansit Habhab. This noodle dish is best served on a piece of banana leaf and is eaten without using a fork. How? You think it’s messy? Just imagine how you eat a burger; with just your mouth. As what the locals say “Habhabin mo”. That’s why this is s
Magbasa nang higit pa

THE VICTORY OF VICTORY MALL

Imahe
Being a legitimate  Tanaueño , I observed a lot of changes from our town.  Victory Mall is one of the Big Project of our Late Tanauan City Mayor Thony Halili . It aims to provide jobs and business opportunities to  Tanaueño . Also a place where we can shop, dine, play and walk around. It is indeed a remarkable success of his reign. It is   the  largest   mall and market in Tanauan City which   held its Grand Opening last December 8,2018 .  Tanaueño's are very excited on that day because of the special guest's Janine Guttierez and Tony Labrusca. Tony Labrusca 2nd floor of Victory Mall while waiting to Tony Labrusca Janine Guttierez is an invited guest of Save More Market Below are some of the business establishments you can see in the mall area. Where you can shop, dine and enjoy your family time. No need to go to SM Lipa and SM Calamba the nearest Malls in Tanauan which is about one a
Magbasa nang higit pa

KAROSA

Imahe
Every year, Alitagtag municipality celebrates the Filipino tradition of Tapusan. And this tradition increasingly flourishing and becomes more vibrant through the years. The Tapusan is held every last day of May. This activity include flower arrangement at church, procession of floats containing floral arrangements, replicas of beautiful landscapes in the Philippines, images and statue of the Virgin Mary and sagala’s of citizens of Alitagtag. In Alitagtag, there is only one road in town, running east to west. Spectators usually go to the middle of the town to catch a glimpse of all eight floats, one for each village or “buklod”. Everybody in the parade walks slowly as they say the rosary. The band will be playing behind the float after each decade of the rosary. It is a very moving and festive experience. The whole town is aglow with lights. In fact, the procession of “KAROSA” is comparable to Panagbenga of Baguio and to what other festivals of the countr
Magbasa nang higit pa