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Legazpi

Next Spanish explorer-leader to arrive after Magellan's death at the hands of local chieftan Lapu-Lapu. The city in Luzon that I'd visited is presumably named after him.
Cebu (17-20 Mar 14)

March 19th 2014
Leaving the heart of Isaan in Udon Thani, it was an extended 10h traffic-jammed bus ride back to the capital, for a quick couple of nights in transit, before I left the Land of Smiles. Yes, it was finally time to say goodbye to my second home country for a fourth time, and say hello to my destination that is the Philippines. I'd already been there last year of course, in the northern region ... read more
Asia » Philippines » Cebu » Cebu City

Philippine Flag 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
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