Angono Rizal is the Art Capital of the Philippines

Angono in Rizal is known not just for the " Higantes Festival" but also for their artist and painter. I have got the chance to see this painting exhibit in Angono Rizal. I was very surprised and amazed with their artworks of some painter & artist including portrait, abstract and charcoal. This was the collection of artist's paintings which located at the side of San Clemente Church. Angono's artist collaborate in one group exhibit to highlight the culture, tradition and fiesta of their town. Some painters develop their skills and expertise by crafting the many artist in the town of Rizal. I took more time in evaluating and finding the good creation of some artist. There are a lot of national artist in the past which is features from other books, newspaper, magazine and media as well. 

RHB Muziklaban 2013 Grand Finals Winner

Last February 02, 2013 at Central Business Park, Edsa Extension corner Macapagal Boulvard Pasay City near SM Mall of Asia.  The event is much more successful this year. This year's Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban has a wider, bigger, louder and powerful cast rock band in the country. A Music Theory is now the new grand champion winner which represent GMA. Members of the band include: Lorce Manaois (Bass), JC Santos (Guitar), John Jo Presingular (Drums) and Cholo De Guia Pabalan (Vocals).  Off course it won't be complete without the appearances and performances of Red Horse Beer ambassadors like Greyhoundz, Slapshock, Pepe Smith, Ely Buendia, Razorback, Wilabaliw, Queso and other grand final winners from the past years. Check out more photos below.

Red Horse Beer Muziklaban 2013 Photos - February 02

Here are the photos of Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban 2013 held at Central Business Park, Edsa corner Roxas Boulevard  Pasay City. 

Dis Is It: My 2013 Top 15 Pinoy Travel Blogs in the Philippines

Yes, I finally list down My 2013 Top 15 Pinoy Travel Blogs in the Philipppines by Melo Villareal. I decided to look forward and list down those highly recommended blogs in the country which I love finding more inspiration before I became a travel blogger. I've been loving those blogs and I am HUGE fan of Pinoy Travel Bloggers Community. In no particular order, there you go: 

1. Chyng Reyes of http://www.chyngreyes.com

2. Mervs Marasigan of http://www.pinoyadventurista.com

3. Estan Cabigas of http://langyaw.com

4. Dong Ho of http://www.escapeislands.com

5. Claire Raborar-Blaxland of http://www.lakwatseradeprimera.com

6. Edcel Suyo of http://soloflighted.com

7. Ivan Henares of http://www.ivanhenares.com

8. Lois Yasay of http://www.wearesolesisters.com

9. Micaela Rodriguez of http://www.senyorita.net

10. Marcos Caratao of http://www.ambot-ah.com

11. Enrico Dee of http://www.byahilo.com

12. James Betia of http://journeyingjames.com

13. Ferdz Decena of http://www.ironwulf.net

14. Wendell Glenn Cagape of http://www.journeysandtravels.com

15. Christian Sangoyo of http://www.lakadpilipinas.com

Mt Polis Rolling Coffee Shop and Restaurant - Another Stop Over in Mountain Province

It was a foggy and cold morning with the group. We take a short break at Mt Polis Rolling Coffee Shop & Restaurant, it is along the road and the driver would usually stop by this area to get some coffee and food to eat. At the same time take some pictures at the signage in front of the coffee shop / restaurant. They are selling freshly brewed coffee and delicious breakfast as well. The highest part of the highway is located here. So it's time to go over the highway and proceed to our next destination in Bontoc, Mountain Province. We all excited to see the town of Bontoc and Sagada which is both located in Mountain Province. Travel time is about 45-1 hour. Check out my next blog post.

Statue of the Virgin Mary in Mountain Province

Feels like heaven! This was the giant 30 foot statue of the Virgin Mary along the road of Mountain Province. We suggest to our driver to have a stop over to this site and took some photos. This area is the part of the summit of Mt. Polis, a birdwatcher's paradise and home to tropical forest as some blogs about Mountain Province. It was a rainy day for us going to Bontoc and Sagada that day with a cold and foggy morning.  According to our guide this is the boundary of Ifugao Province and Mountain Province, you'll find this statue at the right side of the road heading to Bontoc or Sagada. I could not see anything though the road since thick fog covered the whole area of the summit. I want to explore more about the Mt Polis soon but this time I want to share some of my photos and experiences during my long trip from Banaue-Bontoc-Sagada.