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Come and Visit the Province of Bulacan, Philippines, a 20-kilometer drive from Manila, the gateway to the North which boasts of a historico-cultural heritage and world-class craftsmanship while enjoying the panoramic view of the Sierra Madre, a tour experience ideal for students, teachers, food connoisseurs, adventurers and businessmen.
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Barasoain Church
Malolos City, Bulacan
Site of the Constitutional Convention of the First Philippine Republic.
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Basilica Minore
Malolos City, Bulacan
Served as the presidential quarters of General Emilio Aguinaldo, President of the First Philippine Republic.
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Casa Real Shrine
Malolos City, Bulacan
Served as the National Museum and the National Printing Press during the First Philippine Republic.
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Hiyas ng Bulacan Museum
Malolos City, Bulacan
Houses a collection of valuable relics and mementos, articles, documents, and handicrafts from Bulacan during the period of the Philippine Revolution.
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Barasoain Church Ecclesiastical Museum
Malolos City, Bulacan
Houses a collection of religious artifacts from all over Bulacan.
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St. John the Baptist Church
Calumpit, Bulacan
Built in 1572, the St. John the Baptist Church is the oldest church in Bulacan. Constructed under the supervision of Augustinian priest Diego Vivar - Ordonez, the church has been a mute witness to the Filipinos' struggle against Spanish, American and Japanese rule. Inside the church is a tunnel that, as legend would have it, was used by priests during the Spanish regime to keep gold, religious statues and ornate jewelry hidden from the sight of treasure hunters. It is the birthplace of Christianity in the province.
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Bagbag Bridge
Calumpit, Bulacan
Site of the longest battle between the Americans and Filipinos led by Gen. Gregorio del Pilar which took place in April 25, 1899. The bridge still standing serves as a reminder of the valor displayed by the Filipinos who triumphed against the American forces.
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Quingua Shrine
Plaridel, Bulacan
Filipinos are well-known to be courageous and freedom lovers. The people of Plaridel are no exception. The marker commemorates the historic Battle of Quingua (Plaridel at present) where the Filipinos triumphed over the American forces in their fight for freedom. Likewise, it also commemorates the death of Col. John Stotsenberg—a prominent figure of the Philippine-American war.
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Pulilan Butterfly Haven
Pulilan, Bulacan
Located along San Francisco Street, this butterfly sanctuary is also a perfect place for nature lovers where they can witness the butterfly’s fascinating life cycle, enjoy lush greenery which provide an ideal habitat for the butterflies and experience nature in an oasis of beauty and tranquility with butterflies flitting from one flower to another.
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Sto. Nino Festival
Malolos City, Bulacan
Last Sunday of January
Malolos hosts a colorful Sto. Niño procession dedicated to the infant Jesus. The festivity begins with a week long exhibit of “Niños” and culminate in a grand procession of hundreds of pashioners and antique and new statues of the Holy Child in different manifestations, such as sheperd boy, sleeping child, keeper of the world., etc.
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Singkaban Festival
Malolos City, Bulacan
September 8-10
A festival of arts and culture in honor of the capitol's patron, Our Lady of Victory, showcasing the traditional arts of the "Balagtasan," folk dances, and the "Kundiman" amidst the display of Singkaban arches.
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Guiguinto Garden Festival
Guiguinto, Bulacan
January 22-23
Each year the municipal government sets aside three (3) days to one week for this double celebration marked with pomp and pageantry. It is the time of the year when the people of Guiguinto showcase their skills and talents on gardening (their main industry), street dancing, cheering competitions, cultural shows, and trade fares. For job-seekers, the Municipal Public Employment Service Office holds a ‘jobs fare’ coinciding with all the merriment. The highlight of this double celebration is the Mayor's Annual Report wherein the Local Chief Executive delivers his State Address.
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Horse Festival
Plaridel, Bulacan
December 29-30
Herd of horses with colorful tilburies are seen parading in the streets of Plaridel in reverence to St. James the Apostle.
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Calumpit Libad Festival
Calumpit, Bulacan
June 23
A fluvial procession of well-decorated pagodas is held on the river every 23rd of June right before the annual town fiesta in honor of St. John the Baptist. Townfolks gaily sing, dance and frenzily douse water to “baptize” passers-by — prepare to get wet.
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Kneeling Carabao Festival
Pulilan, Bulacan
May 14-15
The celebration is manifested by hanging all sorts of fruits, candies, food crops and multi-colored kipings on bamboo poles. The affairs is highlighted by kneeling of carabaos in front of the church and the symbolic floats. Every year, a sea of frolicking humanity comes in droves to witness this showcasing innate talents of the carabaos.
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Ensaymada Malolos
Malolos City, Bulacan
A filipino sweet bread, large snail-like coil dusted in sugar. They are soft, buttery, milky and rich, and with the added slather of butter, sugar, and cheese.
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Inipit
Malolos City, Bulacan
Literally means pressed, or the custard-filled sandwich, that has earned Bulacan a name for itself. Ingredients such as eggs, milk, sugar and butter make up the chiffon sandwich. The custard filling, which is the secret ingredient, is the clincher to the scrumptious "inipit" delicacy.
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Longganisang Calumpit
Calumpit, Bulacan
Native Pork Sausages.
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