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Component city in Batangas, Philippines
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Lipa is the second largest city in Batangas, in terms of land area and the economic and religious center of the province. It lies approximately in the middle of the province, surrounded by Malvar to the north, San Pablo and Alaminos (in Laguna), and San Antonio (in Quezon) to the east, Padre Garcia, San Jose and Ibaan to the south, and Cuenca, Mataasnakahoy, and Taal Lake to the west.
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The ancestral home of prominent Batangas family, the Casa is a typical "Bahay na Bato" (stone house). It is Spanish Colonial in style, yet tropical in ambiance. It was named after Segunda Katigbak, reputed to be the first love of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, the Philippines' national hero. Casa Segunda was declared by the National Historical Commission as a heritage house for having harbored generations of artists, poets and persons of learning and distinction.
A reconstruction of a 19th century church that was bombed out in World War II, serving as the seat of the Archdiocese of Lipa. It has a narrower nave and higher ceiling than most churches. Its highlights are the cupola, the high altar and the ceiling frescoes loosely based on the Sistine Chapel.
Church and monastery complex, site of the 1947 Marian apparitions that was not recognized by the Vatican, which has not discouraged a faithful following in Batangas and is supported by the Archdiocese of Lipa, which continues to gather evidence of the apparitions in the hopes of persuading the Holy See to reconsider.
Serene Roman Catholic pilgrimage site in the middle of rainforest, most frequented every Holy Week as part of Visita Iglesia itineraries. There is a chapel, Stations of the Cross, Our Lady of Lourdes grotto, carillon bell, and rows of statues of various saints. Souvenirs and food are available near the chapel and carillon bell.
Sizable park with an outdoor swimming pool, plus facilities for tennis, basketball & other sports.
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Specializes in the local lomi recipe. Also serves pancit, all-day Filipino breakfast, rice meals, and sandwiches.
Upscale dining, specializing in local recipes.
Filipino comfort food.
Ambiance is for those trying to get a glimpse of the past: old colonial style architecture, capiz windows, hard wood everywhere. Servers were friendly and always on the lookout for your needs. Menu is expansive. Price is very reasonable, for the serving size you get.
Organic foods.
They use their own produce for their ingredients. Brilliant concept. Tables and chairs are located beside tomato, chili, basil, etc.
Now a chain, they serve authentic barako coffee, with a modern twist. Coffee brewing lessons are available.
Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.
Hotel La Corona de Lipa is a party hotspot. It has 37 rooms, KTVs, function rooms, and a bar and restaurant. It's a 90-minute drive from Makati City.
A Bali-themed resort with multi-function pavilions, 18 villas, 4 pools, and roaming animals. It is less than an hour away from Manila.
Colonial-themed hotel with Filipino and Italian restaurants nearby. Rooms have cable TV, WiFi, and safe, with spacious balconies added on upgraded rooms.
Has fast WiFi, free breakfast and laundry service.
Choice of A/C or non A/C rooms of various themes and amenities, including simple cottages, modest A/C rooms, and the fully A/C Pagoda. Amenities and attractions restaurant, swimming pool, replica Buddha, themed cottages, hanging bridge and zipline. Resort also provides views of Taal Lake. Entrance fee of ₱300 for adults and ₱200 for children.
Giant resort complex with themed accommodations, forest park, function hall, and teambuilding facilities
Shopping center in the heart of Lipa. It’s a great place to shop for clothes, accessories, and other items, as well as enjoy a number of activities and entertainment.
The central marketplace in town, serving fresh produce, pasalubong and cheap goods for bargain hunters.
Three-storey mall, with a supermarket, department store, and Toys R' Us.
A members-only warehouse grocery.
By car
Lipa is well accessible from the tolled Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR Tollway). Those avoiding tolls may take the Jose P.
By jeepney/UV Express
Lipa is the terminus of regional jeepney routes, coming from Calamba, Rosario, San Juan, and Batangas City.
Lipa's old downtown, the Poblacion, is characterized by a rough grid of streets, characteristic of Spanish-era town centers. Many streets are narrow, more suited for pedestrian traffic than cars.
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