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Province in Calabarzon, Philippines
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Batangas (pronounced as “Batang-gas”) is a province in the southern part of Luzon, the main island of the northern Philippines. It is the cradle of the Tagalog culture. Being near to Metro Manila, Batangas is a frequently visited area, with its share of resorts and heritage sites. The province is also a growing destination for pilgrimages with its number of Roman Catholic churches as well as various pilgrimage sites.
Rather a rainy region, this region hosts most of the province's livestock industry. You may see a glimpse of the cattle and poultry industry in the towns of Padre Garcia and San Jose, but you may also relax on the beaches in San Juan.
Contains Batangas City, the administrative, cultural, educational, industrial, and political capital, as well as its suburbs. Not far from the city is Mabini, popular as a diving destination.
Its main tourist magnet is the Taal Lake and Volcano, the world's smallest volcano, and the province's symbol. Other tourist draws are the Lipa Cathedral, inland resorts, Padre Pio Shrine, Mabini Shrine and Mount Maculot. Here also lies the city of Lipa, the largest city and religious center of the province.
Mostly coastal and flat, it is home to beaches and luxurious resorts, colorful festivals, and a glimpse of its colonial past. You may explore the historic town of Taal, or relax in the seaside resorts in Nasugbu, Lian, and Calatagan.
By car
There are a number of major roads that lead to Batangas from the surrounding provinces.
By boat
Numerous ferry routes connect Batangas with the other islands of the country. Many are roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) boats that carry cars.
By car
The province has an extensive network of national roads and provincial roads. STAR and Jose P. Laurel Highway serve as the backbone of the highway system.
By jeepney
Batangas City and Lipa have extensive jeepney route networks, serving nearby suburbs as well as some towns farther afield.
By tricycle
Most cities and towns have tricycle service within their town center and between rural barangays.
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