WHAT IS THE STORY OF THE GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA?

Why is it the Great Pyramid of Giza belongs to the top seven wonders of the Ancient world?

In addition to our knowledge, the Great Pyramid of Giza is also known as the Pyramid of Khufu and the Pyramid of Cheops and it is the oldest and the largest pyramid in Giza. Since 2005, the Great Pyramid of Giza listed as one of the seven wonders of the world until now. It is also the tallest man-made structure of the world. It is covered by casing stones that formed a smooth outer surface; what is seen today is the underlying core structure.

As you can see, the pyramid in the middle is the Great Pyramid of Giza. It is the largest among the three pyramid in Egypt. There are three chambers of this pyramid. First chamber or the lowest chamber is cut into the bedrock upon which the pyramid was built and was unfinished. Next is the higher chamber which is called the Queen's Chamber and King's Chamber.

That is how you can enter the Great Pyramid of Giza. Through this picture, you can have an idea on how to get inside of the pyramid. As you can see there, it shows on how you can go the the different chamber of this pyramid. You can see the Queen's Chamber and King's Chamber and also the Chamber in rock which is th lowest chamber of the pyramid.

As you can see, there is an arrow pointing on the entrance going to the lowest chamber, the chamber in rock. After the lowest chamber your going to the Queens chamber then to the air shaft and to the Kings chamber. Just follow the directions so that you can go to the top of the pyramid.

Here is the actual picture of entering the Great Pyramid of Giza:

Reminders, only one person can go through the passage as you can see, it the passage is so little and only one person at a time can pass. You also need to bring flash light so that you can see the way and you should watch your step so that you can go to your destination safety.

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HOW DOES THE PEOPLE IN CEBU TREASURE THEIR PLACE?

The Beauty Of Cebu

As we all know, Cebu is one of the historical places of the Philippines. There you can see the memorable and unforgettable moments of Lapu-lapu and Magellan. There you can see their statues and different images that’s reminds us of their fight on how Lapu-lapu defeat Magellan.

You can find Cebu Island in Visayas. It is located to the east of Negros, and to the west of Leyte and Bohol Islands. Stretching 225 kilometers from north to south as you can see on the map. Cube Island is surrounded by 167 smaller islands such as Mactan, Bantayan, Malapascua, Olango and the Camotes Island. Those are the only examples of the smaller islands surround Cebu Island. There you can see the 2^nd busiest airport in the Philippines, the Mactan-Cebu International Airport which is located at Mactan Island.

Cebu Island is one of the provinces in the Philippines. On the survey, It is one of the most developed provinces in the Philippines. The Condé Nast Traveler Magazine named Cebu as the 7^th best island destination in the Indian Ocean-Asia in 2007 and the 8^th best Asian-Pacific island destination in 2005 and 7^th in 2004 and 2009.

The Cities of Cebu Island:

The capital City of Cebu Island is the Cebu City. This is the oldest city in the Philippines. The next City of Cebu island is Danao City followed by Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City and Talisay City.

Let's tour the Island of Cebu

Like what I’ve said, Cebu City is the capital City of Cebu Island. In Cebu City, you can find the Taoist temple, cathedral of Cebu, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan Marker and the beautiful beaches.

Taoist Temple

This is the Taoist Temple, one of the favorite and famous place in Cebu City. You will lose your breath when you reach the top because of the long ladder but every step is worthy because of the beautiful view of Cebu. At the top, you can see the whole view of Cebu. There you can see their wishing statue and also the big statue of dragon and the Buddha which symbolizes of the Chinese beliefs and religions. You can enter there without entrance fee.

The Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

As you can see on the picture at the right side, you can see how solemn and sacred this place. On the left side is the front of the church. The cathedral of Cebu City. One of the most and number one catholic church of the people in Cebu. They love to go there and pray because this is the old church of Cebu. This is a historical church in Cebu and the big church in Cebu.

Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

This church is one of the church that you can see in Cebu City. Like the cathedral, this is also one of the favorite church of the Cebuano.

The Sinulog festival. People in Cebu celebrates the sinulog festival every month of January. They will paint their body in black color also to the guests. They do this every year as their celebration and thanks giving.

The Monument of Cebu which symbolizes their braveness and freedom. This is the memories of the Spanish time.

Shangri la's Mactan Resort

What a beautiful place. This is only one example of the beautiful beaches in Cebu City. As you can see, it has also white sands like the beaches of Camiguin. Boracay, Palawan and bohol. Cebu City is also blessed to have beaches like this because not all provinces of Philippines can have it.

This is the Katibawasan Falls, the falls that you can found in Cebu. You can swim there if you want, as long as you know how to swim.

The Skywalk of Cebu which is the number favorite of the tourists and the people in Cebu City. Hold your breath because you will walk in the sky.

The Statue of Lapu-Lapu which symbolizes his love on his country and to his fellow Filipino. He fought Magellan and defeat him. These picture are only the proof of his braveness and not only the picture but also the statue of Lapu-Lapu.

The Mactan Bridge is one of the longest bridge in the Philippines. It is popularly called the The First Mactan-Mandaue Bridge. It connect from Cebu to Mactan.

Mactan Island

Mactan-Cebu International Airport

The 2nd busiest Airport in the Philippine next to NAIA. It is also one of the cargo airports of the Philippines. It is also a major trade center in the south for both domestic and international traffic.

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WHAT IS THE BEAUTY BORACAY?

Boracay Island

I can still remember, my uncle really wants to go there together with his family. He really wants to experience being there. So he asked me how much money we can spend when they go there. Then I said you need 30, 000 pesos to 40,000 pesos from here (Agusan del norte) to Boracay. He was so shocked and he can’t really believe it. Then I explained why and so far he understands the reason why. But I do believe that not only my uncle who wants to visit Boracay Island. Indeed, 90% has also desires to go there and have fun. As we can see, most of the people there are Foreigner.

Boracay is one of the islands here in Philippines. It is located at Western Visayas region. Boracay was awarded many times and it is the “Travelers’ Choice 2011” by trip Advisor. It is the second best beach out of 25 in the world. Because of that, all people lives in Boracay are happy and proud. It is also made a debut appearance on the Top 10 Islands list in the Travel Leisure the travel magazine world’s Best Awards 2011. This Island comprise the barangays of Balabag, Yapak and Manoc- Manoc. Those are the three of the 17^th Barangays which make up the Municipality of Malay. Boracay is also under the control of tha PTAPG ( the Philippine Tourism Authority in coordination with the Provincial Government) of Aklan. It is divided by 5 stations.

Here the examples of the Boracay Resorts:

Paradise Garden

It is located between boat station 2and 3 just 2 minutes form the beach of Boracay. When you were there, you can say that you're really in the paradise. Paradise garden is one of the famous resort in Boracay. It is called Paradise Garden because it is look like a garden and it is also look like a paradise that is whay they called them Paradise garden.

Friday Boracay

Friday Boracay

One of the favorite resort of the guests. It is affordable and very convenience for the gusts. There you can see the white sands forming like a castle with a Boracay name. At the left side of the picture is the example of the white sand castle. It was started since 1982.

Le Soleil de Boracay

This Hotel and resort has 70 rooms. When you were there, you can say that this is the place where you wanted to stay and relax. Relaxed because of the good ambiance of the place. There you can feel the cold and fresh air from the sea.

The resorts of the 1st station of Boracay:

Fridays Boracay, Ambassador in Paradise, Astoria Boracay, Estacio Uno formerly Waling Waling, Real Maris, Swipers Inn, Two Seasons, Boracay Beach Club, Jonys Beach Resort, Sur Beach Resort, Sitio Boracay, True Home Hotel, Punta Rosa, One Azul, White House, Nigi Nigi Too, Residencia Boracay, Escondido Beach Resort and Niu Ohana Boracay Garden.

The resorts of the 2nd station of Boracay:

Canyon de Boracay formerly Asya Boracay , Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel, Boracay Regency, Regency Lagoon, The Tides Boracay, Le Soleil, Nirvana Resort, Boracay Tropics Resort Hotel, Boracay Garden Resort, Calypso Resort, Mango Ray Resort, Red Coconut , Nigi Nigi Nu Noos, Crystal Sand Beach Resort, Victory Beach Resort, Pinjalo Resort , Villa Sunset, Boracay Beach Resort, Boracay Peninsula Resort , Boracay Holiday Resort, Sun Woo Sung Resort Formerly Loveholic, Villa de Oro, Seabird International Resort, La Fiesta, Roques Place, Boracay De Paris Resort and OLE Rooms.

The resorts of the 3rd station of Boracay:

Asya Premier Suites, Boracay Crown Regency Resort, Golden Phoenix Hotel, 357 Boracay , Boracay Ocean Club, Angol Point Beach Resort, Marzon Beach Resort , Oro Beach Resort, Surfside Resort and Spa, Arwana Boracay, Tonglen Beach Resort , Queens Beach Resort Boracay , La Isla Bonita, Roxon Apartments, Blue Mango Inn, Sulu Plaza, Villa Camilla Beach Resort, Faith Village Resort, Island Jewel Inn, Casa Pilar Beach Resort, Morning Beach Resort, Escurel Inn, Morenos Cottages and Orchids Resort.

The resorts of the 4th station of Boracay:

Monaco Suites de Boracay, 7 Stones Bulabog , Tanawin Luxury Apartments, Cohiba Villas Bulabog, Boracay Water World, Lingganay Hotel Resort Boracay, Pahuwayan Suites of Boracay, Reef Retreat Resort, Habagat Kite Village, Lazy Dog, Surfers Home , Levantin and Kite Resort Windpia.

The resorts of the 5th station of Boracay:

Argonauta Boracay, Boracay West Cove, Alta Vista, Microtel Inn Boracay, Boracay Eco Village Resort and The Beach House Boracay.

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HOW CAN WE GO TO CAMIGUIN ISLAND?

Where can we find the Camiguin Island?

We can find Camiguin in the Northern Mindanao region. It is the second smallest population and land area after Batanes. This island is one of the provinces of the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea about 10 kilometers off the norther coast of Misamis Oriental in Mindanao. The capital of this province is Mambajo.

THE CAMIGUIN ISLAND

The beauty of Camiguin Island:

SUNKEN CEMETERY

As you can see, there is a large cross which means the memorialize of the departed buried there during the erupted of the Mt. Vulcan Daan in 1870’s.It is one of the favorite spot of the tourists here in Camiguin Island. It is in the middle of the sea. From a distance, one can see how lonely and solemn the place is. Entombed below the Cross are the lives lost to the history the people had been through, and place in itself already gave birth to the residents’ culture, history and tourism. If you were there, you can't miss to take a picture of the Sunken Cemetery.

ENIGMATA TREE HOUSE

A cute tree house of the Camiguin. The travelers go there to have some rest. There, they can relax because of the nice atmosphere. This is one of the nice place of Camiguin. There you can also meet new people with Backpackers' dormitory to experience the shared community living.

KATIBAWASAN FALLS

Why is it called Katibawasan? It is because the meaning of Katibawasan in Ilonggo is to overcome. There everyone is welcome to swim there as long as they know how to swim. It is ideal place to make your-self cool and fresh during hot days. We can consider this falls as one of the treasured gift from God. This is so awesome and the people in Camiguin are so proud having this kind of gift. The Waterfalls measured about 250 feet high, cascades to a rock pool surrounded by ground orchids, trees, boulders and wild ferns. . Giant ferns decorate the surrounding land, carpeting the spaces and huge trees and dropping vines provides the backdrop the falls. If you want to go there, you need to pay an entrance fee of 30 pesos per person since the falls is maintained by the province.

How to get there?

If you have your own vehicle, all you have to do is to ask or bring someone who knows that place or if ever you don't have vehicle, simply rent a vehicle and the driver will bring you there because all of the people there knows that place. I can make sure that you will enjoy your staying in Camiguin Island because of this.

MT. HIBOK-HIBOK

It is one of the active volcano in the Philippines. And it is also part of the Pacific ring of fire. It has six (6) hot springs such as Ardent Spring, Tangob, Bugong, Tagdo, Naasag and Kiyab. And because of five times eruption of this volcano, now it has three craters such as Kanangkaan Crater, site of the 1948 eruption; Itum Crater, site of 1949 eruption, and Ilihan Crater, site of 1950 eruption. As you can see, the beach is so beautiful and it feels like the beach is calling you to swim and. The sand is so white like the beaches of Boracay and Palawan. It is also one of the popular hiking in the Philippines.

THE WHITE ISLAND

As you can see, it is really surrounds by white sands. No wonder why it is called the White Island of Camiguin. It lays 1.4 kilometers off the northern shore of Camiguin Island between Barangay Agoho and Yumbing. White island in Camiguin is nothing other than a sand bar lost in the sea.

The Lanzones Festival

Lanzones is the major fruits of Camiguin. That's why every year, every time it is seasons of lanzones, they make a lanzones festival to celebrate as their thanksgiving to their Saints.

What makes Camiguin popular?

Well, it’s the beautiful beach surrounded by the white sand. I am sure you will enjoy every second staying on that place. They say Camiguin is the next Boracay. As you can see in the pictures, this place is so awesome. Camiguin island is a one of an island that popular to visit the tourist and vacationers because of the unique wonderful nature and beauty, and so many beautiful places or hot spots that you enjoy or explore and Filipino residents are so polite and hospitality to the tourist, many exotic food and delicious food you can avail, so we start to introduce to you a beautiful places resides in Camiguin.

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WHAT IS THE STORY OF BOHOL IN THE PHILIPPINES?

What is Bohol? And what can we found in Bohol? What makes Bohol as one of the wonders of the world? Those are the questions that we encountered in our class in history.

Last June 5-6, 2010, our company went to Bohol as our summer outing. I was so excited that time because it was my dream to have tour in Bohol. I was so happy because it was a dream come true and I am so thankful to our company because my dream came true. When we heard from our friends, family or relatives the word Bohol, we can imagine the Tarsier, the Chocolate Hills, the Floating Restaurant and many more.

What is Bohol?

Bohol is one of the provinces of the Philippines. It is located at Central Visayas. It is also one of the most tourist spot in our country. It is also the TENTH largest island in the Philippines. It consist 75 minor surrounding islands. The capital city of Bohol is the Tagbilaran City. It has 4,117.26 square kilometers and a costline of 261 kilometers long. It is the home province of our 8^th president or our former president Pres. Carlos P. Garcia who was born in Talibon, Bohol on (1957-1961).

As we can sse on the map, the northeast of Bohol is the island of Leyte and the west is the island of Cebu.

What can we found in Bohol?

What can we found in Bohol are the beautiful places like Chocolate hills, The floating restaurant, Beautiful beaches, Tarsier, the Man Made Forest, the Hinagdanan Cave, the Statue of Sandugo Shrine, the different rides like Plunge and Prony one of the biggest ang longest snake of the Philippines.

Here are the pictures:

The Floating Restaurant

The Loboc river

One of my favorite in Bohol. The Floating restaurant can be found in the Loboc river. There you can eat all that you can only for 400 pesos. In the middle, you can watch a presentations of the Boholanian. They danceing, singing and paying a guitar. In the boat, there is also an entertainment like band. Indeed, you will enjoy every seconds spending on the floating restaurant. The food are so delicious. The views are so beautiful. You can see the children and other foreigners swimming on the river. It was a great experience ever in Bohol.

The Hinagdanan Cave

There you can see a bat hiding on this cave. You can also swim there if you want. The water is cold and refreshing.

Hanging Bridge

As you can see in my picture, the hanging bridge is made up of bamboo. That time is raining and the bridge is so slippery because it was made up of bamboo. There are two hanging bridge there. I've enjoy a lot in hanging bridge.

The Plunge

The Zip-line

These are the examples of the rides in Danao, Bohol. I can still remember their sayings that

" your'e not paying for the rides, you're paying for the experience..."

and i agree because it was a great experience ever.

Tarsier is small but it has a big eyes which can see clearly with a very nice vision.What makes Tarsiers' cute is their eyes.

The Man Made Forest

On our way to Hanging bridge, we drop by in the Man Made Forest. Amazing because the trees are so high and you can't say that it was only a man made forest. It was so cold here and it feels like you were in Baguio. One of the nice place in Bohol.

The Sandugo Statue

This is the Sandugo Statue. There you can see the memorable moments of Bohol. When you were there, you can see the ocean and you can see the worth of this statue to all the people of Bohol.

The Panglao Beach

Panglao beach

The Panglao beach is one of the favorite beach and resort of the guests. You can celebrate your birthday part there or your wedding and anniversaries.

Prony One of the Biggest and Longest snake in the Philippines

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