Valencia Cockpit

COCKFIGHT!

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July 31st 2008
A trip to Asia wouldn't be complete without at least one cock fight. I almost saw one in Indonesia, but the legality of it there seemed to be a bit of a grey area. The predominitly Muslim country isn't opposed to the cock fighting per se, but rather the gambling that accompanies it. Bali, which is mostly Hindu, seems to be more accomodating, but I'm still not sure if it is legal there. At any ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Negros » Dumaguete

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more