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Marinduque Province, Philippines
- Capital municipality of Marinduque is Boac.
- Land Area: 952.6 km2 (367.8 sq mi)
- Marinduque has 6 Municipalities and 218 barangays.
Location of Marinduque, Philippines
- Marinduque is an island province within Region IV-B and classified as within the island group of Luzon.
- Marinduque lies between Tayabas Bay to the north and Sibuyan Sea to the south. *It is located south and west of Quezon, east of Mindoro, and north of Romblon.
History of Marinduque, Philippines
Note: This history line is from the LGU of Marinduque:
When Martin de Goiti and Juan de Salcedo, two Spanish conquistadores, returned to the Philippine islands in 1569, and conquered Manila, they stayed on to establish other settlements in the region.
Marinduque, together with Mindoro, the southeast part of Laguna and Camarines was made a part of Batangas when the latter was founded in 1581 by the Spaniards. (Balayan was the capital from 1597-1732; Taal, earlier known as Bonbon, in 1732; then Batangas (the present city) in 1754).
Early in the 17th century, the island of Marinduque was separated from Batangas and became a part of Mindoro as a corregimiento, town. In 1671 Marinduque functioned as a province but was later reduced as a Mindoro sub-province.
On April 28, 1898, with the overthrow of the last Spanish casadores (Tagalog soldiers) after armed conflict and hostilities with the revolutionists during the Philippine-Spanish War, Marinduque declared its separation from Mindoro and from Spanish rule, a move that was ratified by the ruling class from the different towns of the island-province. The local struggle was led by Martin Lardizabal, who was military governor of Marinduque's first revolutionary provincial government.
The first major victory of the Filipinos during the second phase of the Philippine revolution (the Filipino-American War) in Marinduque (1900-1901), occurred at the Battle of Pulang Lupa (Torrijos), when local forces led by Col. Maximo Abad defeated the American contingent under the command of Capt. Deverieux Shields. (The said battle was considered one of the most dramatic reversals the Americans suffered during the war with the Philippines).
There is more to the story.
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People of Marinduque, Philippines
- Victoria Population (as of Aug 1, 2007 Census) = 229,636
- Victoria Registered Voters (2009 COMELEC) = 111,786
Local Government Unit LGU of Marinduque, Philippines
- Elected officials of Marinduque for the term of 2010-2013
- Provincial Governor: Carmencita Ongsiako Reyes
- Provincial Vice-Governor: Antonio Lumauig Uy Jr.
- House Representative:Lord Allan Jay Quinto Velasco
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- Elected officials of Marinduque for the term of 2007-2010
- Governor of Marinduque for the term of 2007-2010
- Member(s) of the House of Representatives of Marinduque for the term of 2007-2010
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Marinduque, Philippines supports Philippine Cycling
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- ILOILO CITY, April 27-May 2, 2015 (PNA) – Some 5,000 bikers are expected to join the second Iloilo Bike Festival slated April 27-May 2, 2015 as the city continues to aspire to become a bike-able walkable metropolis. The activity that supported by the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (JBLFMU) and Megaworld Iloilo aims to promote Iloilo as a safe and bike friendly city, promote the share-a-road movement encourage Ilonggos to commute via biking and raise Ilonggos awareness on the benefits of biking on health, safety and environment concerns. Read More....
- CYCLING Le Tour de Filipinas 2015 set as country celebrates 60 years of top-caliber cycling Feb 1 to Feb 4 2015 - View the result of the race: A four stage race. Stage 1 starts in Balanga and back to Balanga for a 126K race Feb 1, 2015 (Sunday); stage 2 starts in Balanga, Bataan to Iba, Zambales for a 154.7 K race Feb 2, 2015 (Monday); stage 3 starts in Iba, Zambales to Lingayen, Pangasinan for a 150.1K race Feb 3, 2015 (Tuesday); stage 4 starts in Lingayen, Pangasinan to Baguio City, Benguet for a 101.7K race Feb 4, 2015 (Wednesday). For a total distance of 532.5 Kms. Read More >>>
- Ronda Pilipinas: Feb 8 - 27 2015:>> Discovering young riders for the national team will be the main objective of the LBC Ronda Pilipinas 2015 when the country’s premiere cycling race hits the road on Feb. 8 in Butuan City. Ronda Pilipinas executive project director Moe Chulani said the international multistage bikathon, which ends on Feb. 27, will have two qualifying legs of four stages each in Mindanao and the Visayas where the top riders will advance to face a tough foreign challenge in the six-stage Luzon finale. Read More>>>
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Economy of Marinduque, Philippines
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Natural Resources of Marinduque, Philippines
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Tourists Attractions of Marinduque, Philippines
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Below is a list derived from the LGU of Marinduque:
- BALAGBAG MOUNTAIN RANGE - This mountain range is ideal for outdoor activities such as bird watching, caving, trekking and camping. There are many points to access this area, through the interior roads from Malibago, Torrijos on the south, Mainit, Boac on the east, and Bagtingon, Buenavista and Tabionan, Gasan on the west.
- CENTRAL MARINDUQUE MOUNTAIN RANGE - This mountain range straddling the municipalities of Sta.Cruz, Torrijos and Boac whose general topography are indicated as steep gorges, deeply entrenched streams and rivers, waterfalls and caves on its southern part. Great for outdoor activities, such as adventure races, camping, trekking, bird and butterfly watching, are home of old growth forest of dipterocarps, variety of species of mammals, birds, reptiles and insects. The abandoned mines of Marcopper are located on its extreme northern portion ideal for 4X4 wheeling and the Makulapnit River Dam, a big man-made lake ideal for fresh water fishing and kayaking. Central Marinduque
- TRES REYES MARINE SANCTUARY - This area is located at the south-western part of the island province, consisting of the three (3) islets of Gaspar, Melchor and Baltazar. Skin and scuba diving is the best outdoor activity on this sanctuary. In between the first islet of Gaspar and the mainland, was discovered sunken Chinese commercial junk of the Sung and Chang Dynasty. Recovered by a joint team of National Museum and private foreign salvage group were numerous porcelain plates, jars, skillets and others. On the third islet of Baltazar, is an underwater cave on its eastern part 60 to 90 feet deep. Wall drift diving is at its best early in the morning where variety of coral and some pelagic fishes would be clearly visible.. Occasional schools of hammerhead sharks pass the western depths of the islets. An American built lighthouse still stands and still working on the center of the islet. Gaspar also has an elongated sand bar that is best for family picnics and swimming, a funeral grotto used by pre-Hispanic Filipinos complete with human bones and shards of potteries on the east and some secluded white sand beaches on the south.
- BONLIW-CAGPO-POCTOY FISH SANCTUARY - This area is located on the eastern side of Torrijos, Marinduque established in cooperation of the local government of Torrijos, local fisherfolks, civic and non-government organizations. Covering its area are the few white sand beaches in the mainland and parts of mangrove areas. Within this sanctuary is the famous Poctoy White Beach, a favorite swimming and picnic area on this side of the province. One can have a very good view of Mt. Malindig on the south. Some of the private resorts owned by many Europeans are located here due to very nice secluded white sand beaches and coralline limestone formations.
- MALINDIG VOLCANO - The highest peak on the island at 1,157 meters is the home of different species of wild orchids and other endemic wildlife. Due to its height above 1,000 meters above sea level, by law is has been identified as a protected area. This mountain is a stratiform type of dormant volcano with three peaks, the highest is the northern peak, the center peak and the south peak. Trek and climb to the peak is rated as easy to moderate. Reachable via the circumferential road at Brgy. Sihi, Buenavista which is the regular jump-off area. The last third of the climb after the Radio Station atop the mountain will be a trek on a mix of mossy and closed canopy forest with its regular foggy surroundings. Sandbar at Tres Reyes Tres Reyes Is. Poctoy White Beach Mt. Malindig
Festivals, Fiestas and Traditions of Marinduque, Philippines
Every city or municipality has some sort of a festival or tradition that is celebrated every year. In the Philippines almost all barangays that are predominantly populated by Christians celebrate fiesta. Tell us about the festivals, fiestas and traditions of Marinduque. ---
Below is a list derived from the LGU of Marinduque:
- MORIONES - The "Moriones" are men and women in costumes and masks replicating the garb of biblical Roman soldiers as interpreted by local folks. The term "moriones" was concocted by the media in the 60s, but local inhabitants have kept the original term, "Moryonan".
- Many practitioners are farmers and fishermen who engage in this age-old tradition as a vow of penance or thanksgiving. Morions roam the streets in town from Holy Monday to Easter Sunday scaring the kids, or engaging in antics or surprises to draw attention.
- This street theater reaches its climax on Easter Sunday with the mock beheading of Longinus, the play's central figure. Over time, with increased commercialization and political influence or control coming into the picture, the Moriones tradition appears to have lost its appeal to foreign tourists but continues to delight natives coming home for the weeklong Lenten holidays. The Moriones or Moryonan tradition inspired the creation of other festivals in the Philippines where cultural practices or folk history are turned into street festivals. It will thus remain a unique tradition Marinduqueños will keep nurturing as a symbol of their identity.
- PUTONG - "Putong" is a traditional song-and-dance ritual performed by local folks as an expression of thanksgiving. Some versions could be traced from lines of the "Pasyon", the poetic narrative in Tagalog of the Passion of Christ that became popular here before the turn of the last century. "Putong" remains popular as a ritual that promotes good health, prosperity and success, and as a welcome ritual to honor visitors and guests to the island.
- "Putong" (also called "Tubong" in some parts of the island), involves crowning the honoree with flowers or gaily-decorated crowns. The honoree is then handed a scepter of palm leaves to symbolize power. Coins are then tossed up in the air for luck; a shower of petals and leaves follows for good health amid shouts of "Viva!" or "Mabuhay!" Fiesta food (with the ever-present "pansit" noodles), and drinks (such as "tuba", coconut wine), are then served to everyone present.
- KALUTANG - A small group of farmers and fisherfolks in Bangbang, a village in the town of Gasan appears to have been the first to introduce a Kalutang Band. "Kalutangs" are pairs of wood which when struck together produce notes of unique tonal quality. Only two to three notes may be produced by a pair of kalutang, such that intense focus and native discipline are required to enable each player to bang his kalutang at the right time to produce music ranging from folk to pop. The musical sound they make never fails to amaze listeners.
- To ensure that their musical skills are handed down to the younger generation, elementary school kids in parts of Gasan are taught by the Bangbang kalutang masters. While kalutang has been associated with Morions of old who used the same instruments to produce a mere cacophony of sounds, it is believed to have been once part of Mangyan culture.
Philippine News
Updated: February 5, 2024
Unity and Progress: Philippine City Mayors Advocate for Collective Advancement
In a compelling call to action, the head of the Philippines’ 149-member city mayor’s association emphasized the critical need for unity to foster continued national progress, peace, and prosperity. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, serving as the national president of the League of Cities of the Philippines, voiced the association’s support for the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s vision of a harmonious country, one that maintains its trajectory of achievements in vital societal areas.
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Sports News: updated 11/10/21
Kaya Iloilo sweeps Group B in Copa '21
MANILA – Kaya Iloilo pipped Mendiola with a 6-0 beating on Wednesday night to complete a sweep of Group B action in the Copa Paulino Alcantara at the PFF National Training Centre in Carmona.
A Jovin Bedic brace in the first half set the tone for the inaugural tournament champ even as the club netted three goals in each of the two halves to seal the top seed in its group ahead of the semifinals next week.
Bedic capitalized on an erroneous Mendiola attempt to keep the ball out of his reach and quickly raced inside the penalty box to open the scoring for Kaya Iloilo in the 11th minute.
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Marinduque Zip Codes
- Source: Philippine Postal Corporation
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| 4900 | Boac | Marinduque |
| 4901 | Mogpog | Marinduque |
| 4902 | Santa Cruz | Marinduque |
| 4903 | Torrijos | Marinduque |
| 4904 | Buenavista | Marinduque |
| 4905 | Gasan | Marinduque |
Marinduque News
Things to see and do for Holy Week 2012'
- Source: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/253589/lifestyle/culture/things-to-see-and-do-for-holy-week-2012
- April 2, 2012 3:32pm
- by : CARMELA G. LAPEÑA, GMA NEWS
The longest weekend for 2012 begins this Holy Week, with holidays from Maundy Thursday to Black Saturday. The following Monday, Araw ng Kagitingan, is also a holiday, giving Filipinos five days off from work.
Many people see this period as a time to bond with family, or go on a much-needed getaway. Of course, this is primarily a time for reflection for many devoted Catholics. In the Philippines, reflection need not be boring. Here is a list of activities this Holy Week, from art exhibits to festivals.
1. Siete Palabras
Produced by the Dominican Province of the Philippines, the annual Siete Palabras includes the communal recitation of the "Pasyon," a well-known Lenten practice among Catholics. As the name suggests, the main feature is the reflections of the Dominican fathers on the Seven Last Words of Jesus Christ: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:34); “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in paradise” (Luke 23:43); “Woman, behold your Son: Behold your mother” (John 19:26-27); “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34); “I thirst” (John 19:28); “It is finished” (John 19:30); and “Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit” (Luke 23:46).
With the theme “Ang Pasyong Mahal sa Buhay ni Juan,” the event's aim, among others, is to emphasize the significance of Christian religion in Filipino culture.
“Siete Palabras also reminds us of what we should appreciate and continue, like how we express our beliefs," DPP Media Board chairman Fr. Christopher Jeffrey Aytona, OP said in a report on the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines website.
Preachers are Fr. Napoleon Encarnacion, OP; Fr. Nilo Lardizabal, OP; Fr. Enrico Gonzales, OP; Fr. Winston Cabading OP; Fr. Eugenio Cabillon, OP; Fr. Filemon Dela Cruz, Jr., OP; and Fr. Florentino Bolo, Jr., OP, the CBCP report said. There will also be liturgical song and dance presentations from various groups, including the UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe and the Tiples de Santo Domingo.
The report said there will be testimonials from former ambassador to the Vatican Henrietta de Villa, Letty Syquia (mother of Fr. Jocis Syquia, the director of the Archdiocese of Manila’s Office of Exorcism), comedienne-singer Elizabeth Ramcey, TV producer Tak Barrios, and director Laurice Guillen.
This year's Siete Palabras will be held on Good Friday, April 6 at the Sto. Domingo Church in Quezon City. The annual tradition will also be broadcast live on GMA 7 starting 12 noon. Radio Veritas 846 will also air the broadcast simultaneously.
2. Walkway: Reflections on the Stations of the Cross (2012)
Now on its fourth year, Church Simplified's interactive art exhibit runs at Bonifacio High Street from Palm Sunday, April 1, to Easter Sunday, April 8.
Set up in the middle of an outdoor commercial complex, the Walkway invites people to take a step back from the usual window-shopping.
For each station, there is an explanation as well as a task that visitors are supposed to do, such as discover what their greatest treasure is, or make a difference by donating to a children's fund.
The Walkway is an interesting option for those who wish to observe Lent in a way that doesn't involve the usual church activities.
3. Vultus Christi art exhibit at Galerie Joaquin Podium
Coinciding with Holy Week is an exhibit featuring artists' interpretations of the last days of Christ.
Jovan Benito and Randy Roa paint scenes from the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane and the Stations of the Cross for "Vultus Christi: The Face of Christ." Held at Galerie Joaquin Podium, the exhibit is in the spirit of highlighting the human character of Christ through iconography, which reminds us of the sacrifices required to save mankind.
"Befitting the reflective period before Holy Week, 'Vultus Christi: The Face of Christ' is a momentous exhibition that serves to encapsulate the meaning of sacrifice," Galerie Joaquin says on its website.
According to Galerie Joaquin, Benito's colorful style contrasts the subject matter's seriousness. "That childlike whimsy is evident in her choice of palette. The bright colors and figurative-abstract renderings of Christ and his followers [are] a dramatic counterpoint to what we're used to. The idea is to promote the concept of celebration as opposed to pain. The life of Christ is, after all, the conquering of the sinful nature of man," the exhibit notes say.
Meanwhile, Rando Roa's abstract figurations force the viewer to see Christ's last days as moments and reflections. "By refusing to conform to the limitations of authenticity, Roa gives us a glimpse of the spiritual aspect of the moment," the gallery said.
4. Visita Iglesia
The Visita Iglesia (church pilgrimage) has been practiced for years all over the country, since the Spanish colonizers introduced the practice to Filipino Catholics. Originally, early pilgrims would visit the seven great basilicas in Rome, for the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Maundy Thursday.
According to a news bulletin on the Manila Cathedral website, there are no set prayers for the “Visita Iglesia." "However, it is good to note that it is a spiritual pilgrimage in which we are invited to reflect and pray as we accompany Jesus journeying through his Paschal Mystery," it notes.
As a result, there are many different ways of doing the Visita Iglesia. Some continue to visit seven churches, while others visit 14 churches, thus completing "Via Crucis," where pilgrims follow the stations of the cross.
The tradition has evolved with the times, and Filipino Catholics who are unable to take part in traditional Lenten practices may do so online with the CBCP's online Visita Iglesia.
Because the country has an abundance of old churches, the Visita Iglesia can also be a cultural activity where pilgrims experience colonial era architecture, and the rich history that comes with it.
Since 2010, artist and biking enthusiast Rock Drilon has been organizing Bisikleta Iglesia, which combines the religious church pilgrimage with biking.
5. Passion plays and religious festivals
Towns all over the country stage plays commemorating the passion and death of Christ. The Department of Tourism lists over 30 religious events all over the country.
In Pampanga, the flagellants whip their bare backs while parading the streets of San Fernando. In certain places, like San Pedro Cutud in San Fernando and Lourdes Northwest in Angeles City, some penitents are even crucified.
In Binangonan, Rizal, the cenaculo is referred to as Giwang-Giwang, because so many people try to touch the Sepulkro that it sways.
At the Subok Festival, also in Rizal, different objects are inserted in the robe of Santo Entierro, the wooden image of the dead Christ. After the procession, the objects are retrieved and kept as talismans.
In Marinduque, masked soldiers perform in the Moriones festival. The towns of Boac, Gasan and Mogpog become the stage where they tell the story of Longinus, the centurion who pierced the side of the crucified Jesus.
In San Jose, Antique, Hudas-Hudas is celebrated on Black Saturday. People gather in the town plaza, where an effigy of Judas is hanged and burned.
In Quiapo, the image of the Black Nazarene is brought out from the Basilica Minore Shrine on Good Friday every year. The only other occasion that the image is taken out is on its feast day on January 9. Devotees believe that touching the life-sized statue of Christ will bring miracles.
Whether you just want to just stay at home, go out and enjoy the relatively quiet city, or even visit some of the beautiful provinces this long weekend, there are plenty of things to see and do this Holy Week. –KG, GMA News
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