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Wednesday 1 February 2012
San Roque Dam become tourist spot
The San Roque Dam, operated under San Roque Multipurpose Project (SRMP) is a massive gated spillway of 200 meters height, 1.2 kilometer length embankment dam on the Agno River spanning the municipalities of San Manuel and San Nicolas, Pangasinan, nearly 200 km north of Metro Manila.
The dam impounds a reservoir with a surface area of about 12.8 square kilometers extending North into the municipality of Itogon, Benguet.
A gated spillway protects the dam from overtopping. Each wet season,
the run-off is stored for later release via water turbines to generate
power and irrigate crops.
Agno River is the third largest river in the Philippines
with a total length of 221 kilometers and a drainage basin at the
Project site of 1,225 square kilometers. The river originates in the
Cordillera Mountains, initially flows from north to south, divides into
several channels in the flat central plain of Luzon and meanders
westerly through the provinces of Pangasinan and Tarlac before emptying
into the Lingayen Gulf.[1]
San Roque Power Corporation (SRPC) financed and constructed the SRMP under a power purchase agreement
(PPA) with the National Power Corporation (NPC) on a
Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) basis. SRPC substantially completed the
SRMP at midnight, February 14, 2003, at which time its peaking power,
irrigation, flood control and enhanced water quality benefits became
available to the surrounding regions, which include the Northwest Luzon
Economic Growth Quadrangle. In reality, all but its power benefits have
been available since mid-2002 when the dam and spillway were completed.
Ownership of the dam and spillway was transferred to NPC upon
construction completion, as it contributed funds for the non-power
components on behalf of several agencies. SRPC will own and operate the
power generating facilities for 25 years, after which their ownership
transfers to NPC.
Taal Volcano
Taal Volcano is a complex volcano located on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Historical eruptions are concentrated on Volcano Island, an island near the middle of Lake Taal. The lake partially fills Taal Caldera, which was formed by powerful prehistoric eruptions between 140,000 to 5,380 BP.[1] Viewed from Tagaytay Ridge, Taal Volcano and Lake presents one of the most picturesque and attractive views in the Philippines.[2] It is located about 50 km (31 mi) south of the capital of the country, the city of Manila.
The volcano had several violent eruptions in the past causing loss of
life in the island and the populated areas surrounding the lake, with
the death toll estimated at around 5,000 to 6,000. Because of its
proximity to populated areas and its eruptive history, the volcano was
designated a Decade Volcano, worthy of close study to prevent future natural disasters. It is one of the active volcanoes in the Philippines and part of the Pacific ring of fire.
Palm Beach, Batangas
Palm Beach (La Frondosa) is a family resort located in Bo. Hugom, San
Juan, Batangas, running along the same coastline of the now popular
LAIYA. The Resort is designed to be a private retreat for those who
prefer the tranquility and peace of a place with a well preserved
natural setting as an alternative to other overdeveloped destinations.
It is a combination of privately owned homes and resort facilities to
serve the needs of its residents and guests. Visitors can enjoy beach
activities amidst lush natural landscaping and charming tropical beach
homes. These could range from a wonderful snorkeling experience only a
few meters from the shoreline or exploring the corals aboard a kayak or a
boat.
Tuesday 31 January 2012
BELL CHURCH
On the last day of my stay in Baguio City, I decided to visit one of
Baguio’s hidden secrets. The Bell Church. This Taoist Church is located
at the border between Baguio city and La Trinidad, Benguet. The Bell
Church is usually not included in a typical Baguio city tour offered by
tour agencies. As some would call it, this church is already off the beaten track.
At first glance, I really thought I was already in heaven. The
structure reminds of the beautiful Taoist Temple of Cebu. Red is the
most dominant color here.
There is a large arch at the entrance with two dragons facing each
other. There is also a lotus pond, and a fish pond where you can say
your wish there.
Aside from the main temple, there are also pagodas located on top of
the hill. Unfortunately this section is open only during weekends and
holidays.
The main temple is so serene. One can have a quiet time with himself
here. On the main altar, stands several gods of the Taoist faith.
Picture taking is not allowed while inside the temple.
ENCHANTED KINGDOM
Enchanted Kingdom is a member of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
