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 CENTRAL
VISAYAS
• An administrative region in the Philippines
occupying the central section of the Visayas.
• Second smallest region in the Philippines.
• Lies at the center of the Philippine archipelago
between the major islands of Luzon and
Mindanao.
• It is bounded on the north by the Visayan Sea; on
the east by the Camotes Sea; on the south by the
Mindanao Sea; and on the west by the province of
Negros Occidental.
 CENTRAL
VISAYAS
• Total land area :15, 875 sq. km
• Total population :8,081,988.

MUNICIPALITIE URBANIZED
• BoholS CITIES
• Cebu City
• Cebu City • Lapu-Lapu City
• Negros Occidental • Mandaue city
• Siquijor
 historical events

The death of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan at the hands

of Chieftain Lapu-Lapu of the Island of Opon (now known as
Mactan Island), and the Blood Compact between Spanish
conquistador Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Boholano Datus
Sikatuna and Sigala.
 Bohol
(Tagbilaran
City)
"Bohol:The heart of the
Philippines"
 Bohol
• is an island province of the Philippines located in
the Central Visayas region, consisting of the
island itself and 75 minor surrounding islands.
• Its capital is Tagbilaran.
• With a land area of 4,821 km2 (1,861 sq mi) and
a coastline 261 km (162 mi) long
• The tenth largest island of the Philippines.
• first-class province divided into 3
congressional districts, comprising 1
component city and 47 municipalities.
• It has 1,109 barangays
 Bohol
• the home province of Carlos P. Garcia, the eighth
president of the Republic of the Philippines
(1957–1961) who was born in Talibon, Bohol.
• In 2023, Bohol Island was designated as a
UNESCO Global Geopark, the first in the
Philippines.
• Bohol is also the province with the most towns in
the Philippines, totalling 47 towns, and 1
component city, Tagbilaran City.
Gastronomy
 Calamay
• a sticky and sweet delicacy. It is made of
glutinous rice, coconut milk, and palm
or brown sugar.
• best calamay in Bohol can be found in
the town of Jagna.
• Calamay is traditionally sold inside
smooth coconut shells tied together with
strips of red crepe paper. But you can
also buy them in small plastic tubs for
convenience.
Halang-halang
• Halang halang is a spicy chicken stew
made with coconut milk that originated
in the Visayas region but is also popular
in some regions of Mindanao.
• It is somewhat a fusion of Chicken
Tinola and Ginataang Manok. You will
get the ginger and papaya slices of
classic tinola and the creaminess of
ginataang manok from the coconut milk.
Ube Kinampay
• A type of purple yam, Ube Kinampay is
often used in making delicious desserts
like ice cream and halo-halo.
 Dinumugan
• suman-like rice cake made with coconut
milk, sugar, and occasionally flavored
with chocolate.
 Linusak
• mashed banana dessert, sweetened with
sugar and sometimes flavored with
cinnamon
Puto balinghoy
• Steamed cassava cakes often enjoyed
with hot chocolate or tea
 Tinuom
• dish made with chicken, vegetables, and
spices, wrapped in banana leaves and
then steamed.
 Bodbod
• form of suman made with glutinous rice
and flavored with chocolate or coconut.
 Kinilaw na
isda
• Fish marinated in vinegar, ginger, and
chili, making for a tangy appetizer.
Tourist
Spots
 CHOCOLATE HILSS
• The Chocolate Hills are a geological formation in
Bohol, Philippines, consisting of around 1,200
perfectly cone-shaped hills. During the dry season,
the grass covering these hills turns brown, giving
them a chocolatey appearance, which is the origin of
their name. The Chocolate Hills are a popular tourist
attraction, known for their unique and picturesque
landscape. They are recognized as one of the
country's natural wonders and are included in the
tentative list for UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
 TARSIER SANCTUARY
• A dedicated area, often a natural or protected environment,
where efforts are made to conserve and protect tarsiers, which
are small primates known for their unique physical
characteristics.
• Aims t provide a suitable habitat for tarsiers, raising awareness
about their conservation needs and educating visitors about the
importance of preserving these endangered species.
• Visitors to tarsier sanctuaries can observe these nocturnal
primates in a controlled and sustainable environment,
minimizing disturbances to their natural behavior and
contributing to conservation efforts.
 PANGLAO ISLAND
• Panglao Beach in the Philippines is a
small beach that is only 200 meters
long, but holds stunning natural beauty.
The beach is famous for its white sand,
clear waters and vibrant marine life,
making Panglao Beach a popular
destination for beach lovers and divers.
 LOBOC RIVER CRUISE
• A popular tourist activity in Bohol,
Philippines, involving a leisurely boat
ride along the scenic Loboc River.
Typically accompanied by traditional
Filipino music and cultural
performances, the cruise offers
passengers the chance to enjoy the
picturesque surroundings while
partaking in a buffet meal on board.
 BACLAYON CHURCH
• Baclayon Church refers to the Church of Our Lady of
the Immaculate Conception in Baclayon, Bohol,
Philippines.
• One f the oldest churches in the country, dating back
to the Spanish colonial period.
• The church is recognized for its Baroque-influenced
architecture and historical significance, having been
declared a National Cultural Treasure. Baclayon
Church is a notable cultural and religious landmark
in Bohol, showcasing the rich heritage of the region.
 BLOOD COMPACT SHRINE
• The Blood Compact Shrine commemorates the Sandugo
("one blood") ritual, a historical event between Spanish
explorer Miguel López de Legazpi and Filipino chieftain
Datu Sikatuna. This event, which took place in Bohol in
1565, symbolizes the first international treaty of
friendship and goodwill between the Spaniards and
Filipinos.
• Stands as a monument to this significant moment in
history, featuring statues or artwork depicting the blood
compact ceremony and serving as a reminder of cultural
exchange between the Spanish colonizers and the
indigenous people of the Philippines.
 DANAO ADVENTURE PARK
• An outdoor adventure destination located in
Danao City, Cebu, Philippines. It offers a wide
range of thrilling activities and experiences for
adventure enthusiasts. Some of the attractions and
activities at Danao Adventure Park include
ziplining, rappelling, river trekking, caving, root
climbing, and the famous "Plunge," a canyon
swing that drops you into the gorge. The park
provides a scenic and adrenaline-pumping
environment for those seeking adventure and a
taste of the great outdoors.
 BOHOL MAN MADE
FOREST
• The Bohol Mahogany Forest, more
commonly known as the Bilar Man-
Made Forest, is a dense forest stretching
two kilometers along the border of
Loboc and Bilar towns in Bohol. The
forest is mainly made up of white and
red mahogany trees. It is part of a
reforestation project started over 50
years ago.
 HINAGDANAN CAVE
• Hinagdanan Cave is a cave in the
municipality of Dauis on Panglao
Island, in Bohol Province, in the
Philippines. It is a naturally lighted
cavern with a deep lagoon and many
large stalactites and stalagmites. The
cave is lit by sunlight which filters
through holes in the ceiling.
Festivals
 SAULOG FESTIVAL
• Held in Tagbilaran City every May,
Saulog Festival is a month-long
celebration featuring street dancing,
cultural presentations, and a grand
parade. It commemorates Bohol's
foundation day and is a showcase of the
province's history and culture.
 SANDUGO FESTIVAL
• Celebrated in July in Tagbilaran City,
Sandugo Festival honors the Blood
Compact between Spanish explorer
Miguel López de Legazpi and Filipino
chieftain Datu Sikatuna. The festival
includes street dancing, cultural
performances, and a reenactment of the
historic event.
 UBAY-UBAY FESTIVAL

• This festival in Ubay, typically held in

January, highlights the town's cultural
heritage through street dancing, colorful
costumes, and various events.
 TIGUM BOL-
ANON
TIBUOK
• This festival in Ubay, typically held in
KALIBUTAN
January, highlights the town's cultural
heritage through street dancing, colorful
(TBTK)
costumes, and various events.
 Cebu
(CEBU CITY)
"The Gateway to A
Thousand Journey"
 Cebu
• A province of the Philippines located in the
Central Visayas (Region VII) region, and
consists of a main island and 167
surrounding islands and islets.
• Its capital and largest city is Cebu City,
nicknamed "the Queen City of the South",
the oldest city and first capital of the
Philippines, which is politically independent
from the provincial government.
• Largest island in the Visayas region.
 Cebu
• The Cebu Metropolitan Area or Metro Cebu
is the third largest metropolitan area in the
Philippines (after Metro Manila and
Metro Davao).
• Cebu City is the main center of commerce,
trade, education and industry in the Visayas.
• Most developed province in the Philippines.
• Mactan–Cebu International Airport, located
on Mactan Island, is the second busiest
airport in the Philippines.
Gastrotonomy
 LECHON DE CEBU
• Lechon de Cebu is a young
pig stuffed with a secret
mix of herbs and spices
(usually including star
anise, spring onions,
lemongrass), skewered on a
bamboo pole and roasted
whole over hot coals
 PUSO
• The pusô, which is
basically rice cooked in a
triangular pouch made of
woven coconut leaves, was
used by pre-hispanic
Filipinos as offerings to the
“diwatas” during religious
festivals and activities.
 MASAREAL
• A Filipino delicacy made
from a mixture of finely-
ground boiled peanuts and
sugar. It is dried and cut
into rectangular bars. It is
traditionally sold wrapped
in white paper. It originates
from Mandaue, Cebu
 DANGGIT
• Cebu is known for its danggit (“dang-git”) –
salted, sun-dried rabbitfish (aka spine foot),
which is abundant and native to the island’s
shallower waters. The fish are split open,
cleaned, salted, and spread out on drying
racks under the sun.
• It is popular among locals as a breakfast
food, fried and paired with eggs, rice, and
atsara with a vinegar and chili dip on the
side.
 DRIED MANGOES
• Dried mangoes are slices of
best-handpicked mangoes,
sun-dried and processed to
extend shelf life. They are
then neatly packed in small
plastic bags which are
preserved to make them
convenient for travelers.
These can be ripe or green.
 PINTOS
• Cebu’s version of sweet
tamales that can be found in
Bogo City. It is made of
ground corn mixed with
milk, and butter or
margarine that are wrapped
in corn husks and then
boiled for hours.
 CHORIZO DE CEBU
• is a Filipino pork sausage originating from Cebu.
It is a type of hamonada (sweet) longganisa. They
are distinctively red in color due to the use of
achuete seeds.
• Made from ground lean pork, ground pork fat,
salt, saltpeter, sugar, anise liqueur (anisado),
paprika, black pepper, garlic, and chilis to taste in
a hog casing. It can also be made without the
casing. They are usually fried or grilled and eaten
with white rice, puso, or garlic rice for breakfast.
 DRIED PUSIT
• Dried squid (dried pusit) is
made from cleaned fresh
squids which are then sun-
dried. Another variation, the
dried shredded squid, is a
dried, shredded, and seasoned
seafood product. Both are
made from squid.
Tourist spots
MAGELLAN'S CROSS
• Located in Cebu City, it marks th
spot where Ferdinand Magellan
planted a cross in 1521,
symbolizing the introduction of
Christianity to the Philippines.
BASILICA MINOR DE STO
NIÑO
• One of the oldest Roman
Catholic churches in the
country, housing the
Santo Niño de Cebu, a
revered image of the
Child Jesus.
MAGELLAN'S CROSS
• One of the oldest Roman
Catholic churches in the
country, housing the Santo
Niño de Cebu, a revered
image of the Child Jesus.
TAOIST TEMPLE
• Situated in Beverly Hills
Subdivision, Cebu City, it is
a beautifully designed
temple that reflects Chinese
architecture and culture.
MACTAN SHRINE
• the improbable site of one of the
defining moments in the
Philippines' history. It was here on
27 April 1521 that Ferdinand
Magellan was fatally wounded at
the hands of Chief Lapu-Lapu. The
event is commemorated at the
Mactan Shrine on a stone plinth
bearing the date that Magellan was
felled.
OSLOB WHALE SHARK
WATCHING
• the largest species of fish,
known to grow up to 12
meters in length, yet despite
their enormous size, they
pose no danger to humans.
These docile creatures are
slow-moving and feed only
on tiny micro-organisms
KAWASAN FALLS
• three-stage cascade of clear turquoise
water from mountain springs located in
the jungles of the Cebu island. The falls
are part of the Kawasan River in
Badian, Cebu, in the Philippines.[2] The
water from the falls originates from the
Kabukalan Spring and passes through the
Kawasan gorge en route to the Matutinao
River and the Tanon Strait.
CEBU SAFARI & ADVENTURE PARK

• a 170-hectare property that

features more than a thousand
animals from 120 different
species. It features a first in the
country vehicle tour inside an
African Savannah, and a flora
walking trail that showcases 1
million different variations of
orchids.
Festivals
SINULOG FESTIVAL
• Sinulog Festival is a traditional
celebration in Cebu City held every
third Sunday of January to honor
the Santo Niño (Child Jesus).
Basically, the festival is done by a
dance ritual, in which it tells the
story of the Filipino people's pagan
past and their acceptance of
Christianity.
PINTOS FESTIVAL
• a recently composed yearly
occasion in Bogo City, Cebu,
which commends a well known
delicacy produced using corn. The
celebration is a substitution of a
more established festival called
'Kuyayang Festival', which is
established in a conventional
romance move festivity.
TAG-ANITO FESTIVAL
• the festival of the town
geared towards reminiscing
the towns' history. “ Tag-
Anito” means inhabitants'
practice of worshipping
anitos or spirit and was
originally called the town of
Tudela.
 Negros
Occidental
(BACOLOD CITY)
"TTHE SUGARBOWL
OF THE PHILIPPINES
 Negros
Occidental
• is a province in the Philippines located in the Western
Visayas region.
• Its capital is the city of Bacolod, of which it is
geographically situated and grouped under by the
Philippine Statistics Authority, but remains politically
independent from the provincial government.
• It occupies the northwestern half of the large island of
Negros, and borders Negros Oriental, which
comprises the southeastern half.
• Known as the "Sugarbowl of the Philippines", Negros
Occidental produces more than half the nation's sugar
output.
 Negros
Occidental
• Negros Occidental comprises 19 municipalities and
13 cities (one highly-urbanized and twelve
component), further subdivided into 662 barangays.
It has the most chartered cities among all the
provinces in the Philippines.Although Bacolod serves
as the capital, it is governed independently from the
province as a highly urbanized city.
• Negros Occidental is the second most-populous
province in the Visayas after Cebu, having the second
largest number of congressional districts and the 7th
most-populous in the Philippines based on the 2015
Census.
Gastronomy
 PIAYA
• This unleavened flatbread is a popular
delicacy across Negros Occidental. It’s
usually filled with muscovado but in
recent years it has seen some exciting
transformations. There are ube-
flavored ones and those with
mangosteen and durian fillings.
 NAPOLEONES
• Napoleones is a buttery puff pastry
layered in between with a smooth
custard filling. Local lore has it that
Conchita Conlu-Cuenca, who comes
from a family of sugar plantation
owners, was the one who invented the
recipe.
 CANSI
• Cansí (Hiligaynon: kansi) is a Filipino
beef soup originating from Bacolod
which is spread across the rest of the
Western Visayas region. It is made
with beef shank and bone marrow
boiled until gelatinous.
Tourist spots
 THE RUINS
• A popular tourist destination in Talisay
City, The Ruins is the remains of the
grand mansion of the sugar baron Don
Mariano Ledesma Lacson. It is known
for its beautiful architecture and
gardens.
 NEGRENSE
• The Balay Negrense (Hiligaynon for
Negrense House), also as Victor
Fernandez Gaston Ancestral House is a
museum in Silay City, Negros
Occidental in the Philippines,
showcasing the lifestyle of a late 19th-
century Negrense sugar baron.
 SIPALAY
• Sipalay is a city in Southern Negros
Occidental, it is a 'Off the Beaten Path'
destination. Located about 200km from
both Bacolod and Dumaguete, this
town is surrounded by lovely deserted
white-sand beaches and dive reefs. The
main attraction is Sugar Beach.
 MAG-ASO FALLS
• Nestled in the forest of Barangay Can-
omay are hidden waterfalls called
Mag-Aso Falls. They were named after
“aso” or smoke due to the drizzles
resembling smoke that is formed from
the strong drop of water. Out of 20 or
so waterfalls in Bohol, this cascade is
the most accessible from the capital
Tagbilaran City.
 MT. KANLAON
• Canlaon volcano (also spelled
Kanlaon), the most active of the central
Philippines, forms the highest point on
the island of Negros. The massive
2435-m-high stratovolcano is dotted
with fissure-controlled pyroclastic
cones and craters, many of which are
filled by lakes.
 DANJUGAN ISLAND
• Danjugan Island is a marine and
wildlife reserve, located in Barangay
Bulata, Cauayan, Negros Occidental. It
is covered with a rainforest and has
five lagoons, three of which are
landlocked and two of which are
flooded at high tide and colonized by
coral and reef fish species.
 MABINAY
CAVE
• Mabinay caves is one of the most
beautiful caves in the Philippines, and
is just two hours away from
Dumaguete. The caves have several
rappels, slides, and funtastic jumps.
The crystal clear water and the
beautiful rock formations will surely
thrill you.
Festivals
 MASSKARA FESTIVAL
• The Masskara Festival serves as a
testament to the determination to
overcome difficulties and adversities.
The smiling masks symbolize the spirit
of Bacolod City locals and their
commitment to overcoming the
challenges that confront them.
 PINTAFLORES FESTIVAL
• Celebrated in San Carlos City,
Pintaflores Festival is a vibrant event
featuring street dancing, floral-themed
costumes, and cultural presentations. It
usually takes place in November.
 BABAYLAN
FESTIVAL
• Held in Bago City, Babaylan Festival
celebrates the city's history, culture,
and traditions. It honors the role of the
babaylans, who were ancient healers
and spiritual leaders. The festival
typically occurs in July.
 Siquijor
"Marine Paradise of
Central Visayas"
 Siquijor
• Tha capital of Siquijor province is siquijor.
• is a 4th class municipality and capital of the
province of Siquijor, Philippines. According to
the 2020 census, it has a population of 28,915
people.
• Siquijor is politically subdivided into 42
barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks
and some have sitios.
• Spanish priests arrived in Siquijor as early as
1780, it was not until 1794 that the town
became a municipality, the same year the parish
was established
SINAMPALOKANG
MANOK
• A sour soup made with chicken,
tamarind, and various vegetables. It's a
comforting and flavorful dish often
enjoyed with rice.
 SIQUIJOR LECHON
• Roast pig is a staple in Filipino
celebrations, and Siquijor's version is
no exception. The lechon here is known
for its crispy skin and succulent meat.
 SALABAT
• A traditional ginger tea popular in the
Philippines, salabat is often served hot
and enjoyed for its soothing properties
Tourists spots
 SALAGDONG BEACH
• Salagdoong Beach is home to the most
famous cliff jumping point in Siquijor.
Both locals and tourists come here in
search of adrenaline. However, if cliff
jumping is not your thing, you can
simply relax on the beach like I did.
The turquoise water and the sand look
extremely inviting.
CAMBUHAGAY FALLS
• Cambugahay Falls is a 3-tiered
waterfall. with crisp and clean warm
water originating from natural springs.
Water from the Cambugahay Falls
flows down about three kilometers
downstream making numerous
wonderful swimming lagoons before it
discharges into the Lazi Bay.
 GUIWANON SPRING
PARK
• A serene mangrove forest and eco-park located
in the town of Siquijor, Guiwanon Spring Park
offers boardwalks, nature trails, and
opportunities for birdwatching and kayaking.
 LAGAAN FALLS
• Lagaan Falls is a hidden gem in
Siquijor, offering a serene and
refreshing swimming experience
surrounded by lush greenery.
Festivals
 SOLILI FESTIVAL
• Held in the municipality of Enrique
Villanueva, this festival celebrates the
town's founding anniversary through
colorful street dancing, cultural
presentations, and trade fairs.
 DILAAB FESTIVAL
• Celebrated in Siquijor, the Dilaab
Festival takes place on October 3-4. It
showcases various cultural
performances, street dancing, and a
grand parade.
 LUBI FESTIVAL
• The Lubi Festival is celebrated in Maria
on May 20-21. It is a festival that
highlights the importance of coconuts in
the local economy and showcases
various coconut-based products.
 PAMUKAD FESTIVAL
• Celebrated in Enrique Villanueva on
July 15-16, the Pamukad Festival is a
joyful celebration that includes street
dancing, cultural performances, and a
beauty pageant.
Thank
You
Tan,Michael
Abubo, Ruvielyn
Flores, Cyrene
Juganas, Zyris
Abubo, Jhazel
Mirabueno, Andrei
Gomez, Angelie
Martinez, Jandrei