My first few steps

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August 18th 2008

Published: August 18th 2008

Last February, I went to the Bicol provinces of the Philippines. This region is known for the majestic Mayon Volcano. Majestic in the sense that this volcano has a perfect coned shape. Seeing the Mayon is one of my reasons why I went here, but for the second reason in mind was to have my first shot in the sport called WAKE BOARDING. The water sport facility is found in the province of Camarines Su... Read Full Entry

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Malinta Tunnel

Lateral Tunnel 23

This tunnel remains untouched by restorers. Cool right?

Japanese Shrine

Many Japanese tourist visit Corregidor Island to honor the Japanese soldiers who died in the Island during WW2

Playing with Japanese guns

An anti aircraft Japanese gun.

Cool guns right?

One of the well preserved guns in Corregidor.

WOW! Canon wholes

Can you emagine?

Spanish Lighthouse

The original lighthouse was destroyed. It was reconstructed during the restoration in the 1980's.

The Lamp

View above the Lighthouse

You can see Corregidor Island in 360 degrees from here. You can see Bataan from the other side and Cavite from the other corner.

Tail of the Island

Corrigedor Island is a tadpole shaped island. At my back is the tail portion of the island.

The last American Flag

This is the last American Flag standing before Corregidor fell into the hands of the Japanese Imperial Army.

The Tree of Life

A tree beside the War Momorial in honor for all soldiers who died in Corregidor during WW2

The Spanish Chappel

The the parish which originally stood during the Spanish colonial time was destroyed during the war. It was reconstructed in the restoration period.

Malinta Tunnel

The tunnel that became the last strong hiding place of the Americans and the Filipinos when the island was heavily bombarded by Japanese planes.

Along the roads of Corregidor

Pre-war Bus in Corregidor

Corregidor Sunset

Having the ride of our lives

The Theater House

Remains of American Houses

American Officers who have families in the Philippines once lived in this house.

The One Mile Barrack

Yes, it is one mile in length.

27th October 2008

richie
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whew!!im so surprised on your posted blogs..hehehe..where's our next pit?hehee..see yah nong!!

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