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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Guiguinto
Reason 01
A Sneak Peak into Guiguinto
- Live the lively beat of a small town that seems to be a living garden, and in every street corner, there is flower in blossom; the ideal place to spend holidays to Guiguinto, Bulacan.
- Experience the soft murmurs of citrus trees and roses gardens that cover level plains as a peaceful way to escape the noise of the city.
- Stroll down the vibrant streets with the local artisans showing off their hand-made floral arrangements, each work being a tale of the city in its horticultural history.
- Visit the historic canal which cuts across the municipality, a reminder of centuries of irrigation which makes the fields green and fertile.
- Savour the sweet smell of freshly baked inipit and crisp chicharon as you pass by market stands, enjoying the local taste that makes the region.
- Take a rest under the shade of a huge banyan tree in the town park, a quiet area where one can contemplate and get peace amongst the surrounding commotion.
- Capital (of the province): Malolos City
- International airport: None in Guiguinto
- Nearest commonly used airports:
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) – primary international gateway (~1–1.5 hours by land)
- Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (Clark, Pampanga) – domestic and limited international flights (~1–1.5 hours by land)
- Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Time zone: UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time)
- Driving side: Right-hand side
- Main electricity: 220 volts, 60 Hz
- Official / local languages: Tagalog, Filipino, English
- Major religion: Predominantly Roman Catholic
Reason 02
Highlights
- The town has a popular Halamanan Festival that transforms the town into a flower and plant show, featuring all the best local flowers and plants.
- Halamanan Nursery is a massive facility comprising of greenhouses and provides a practical view of the methods of growing and trading ornamental plants.
- A centuries-old landmark located in the centre of Guiguinto is the San Ildefonso Parish Church, which represents the symbol of faith and community.
- The town is developing fast with the town AcroCity which is a recent industrial and commercial centre.
- The historic Guiguinto Station reflects the historic relation of the town to the Manila-Dagupan railway, which provides an insight into the past transportation.
- The shopping market is full of fresh food, local sweets, and common things, and both locals and guests are seen together.
Reason 03
Seasons to Travel
- January is the Halamanan Festival, an ideal opportunity to be sucked in the flowering festivities and cultural pride in town for holidays to Guiguinto.
- November- May is the dry season that offers predictable weather where one can enjoy a walk around the open nurseries and market rows.
- The climate is warm and humid due to the tropical climate and therefore one should carry light clothes and drink a lot of water during sightseeing.
- Spring is the season of new flowers, and it is a paradise of a photographer because the streets are covered with petals.
- Mild rains in autumn bring life to the fields and lead to the new greens of which the local farmers boast.
- The gardens of the town, though, even in summer, provide a cool relief, and shaded walks give a coolness to the air, which is soothing to the senses.
Reason 04
Worth A Visit
San Ildefonso Parish Church
- The architecture of the church has a mix of the Gothic and Baroque, which is a demonstration of the ages of creation.
- There are elaborate carvings on the altar internalised with storeys of the bible in Filipino.
- The tower with the bells, which can be seen by the town, rings every hour, another well-known sound that determines the rhythm of the day.
- Pilgrims come on Sundays where they attend Mass which attracts a colourful congregation.
- The courtyard of the church has little stalls where they sell home made rosary beads and religious icons.
- One of the quiet spots in the nave avails a reflection area where a visitor can reflect on the day.
Halamanan Nurseries and Garden Centres
- The nurseries display a panorama of blooms, tulips, orchids, and all these types of flowers are brought up with professionalism.
- Tourists are able to engage horticulturalists, and get to know about the science of soil and plant cultivation.
- There are also artisanal workshops that guests can use to make their own floral arrangements.
- Seasonal displays vary with a change in colour as in line with the climate of the town.
- The greenhouse of the centre gives a controlled environment where delicate species can be retained to be exported.
- There will be educational signs that detail the ecological significance of every plant family and this adds to the learning process.
Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
- The serene campus of the seminary is a peaceful haven in the town.
- It has a precious library that contains theological literature, which is available to individuals who study religion.
- The seminary contains a chapel, which can be visited by people, with a quiet environment to reflect.
- Native plants within the grounds are landscaped, which shows that it is sustainable in gardening.
- Students also often have open door meetings where they offer some information about their studies.
- The outreach programmes of the seminary involve community service works that are beneficial to the residents.
Guiguinto Municipal Playground and Park
- The large lawns of the park are an area of community gatherings, be it festivals, or outdoor concerts.
- A children playground fitted with slides and swings promotes leisure time by family members.
- Water fountains, which are organised in decorative styles, are used to give a cool splash during hot days.
- There is a small amphitheatre that helps in hosting local theatre troupes and other cultural events.
- Walks pass through flower beds, which provide picturesque walks to everyone of all ages.
- The central gazebo of the park is an informal meeting place, where people are sharing storeys under the shade of trees.
Reason 05
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Guiguinto Station
- This iron-clad facade of the station maintains the architectural design of the early century railway.
- Internally, there are archaic ticketing counters and ancient photographs within the town that give an account of rail history.
- Guided tours indicate how the Manila-Dagupan line used to connect Guiguinto to major cities.
- The platform space is transformed into a common art space, a mixture of the past and present imagination.
- Close by, there is a small museum which displays items which were found on the rails and the old locomotives.
- The station serves as a community centre, and there are cultural workshops and performances by volunteers.
AcroCity Industrial/Commercial Complex
- The contemporary glass interior and exterior of the complex indicates the acceptance of modernity and business by the town.
- It is full of diverse businesses, including boutique retailers and high-tech start-ups.
- The green spaces are provided in the complex via the integrated park that is accessible to both the employees and other visitors.
- There is the central atrium with rotating exhibitions of the local manufacturing and artisanal makers.
- The complex organises frequent networking conferences, which promote cooperation between local entrepreneurs.
- The pedestrian bridge beside the premises offers scenic view of the busy streets as a walkway between the business area and the plazas it is adjacent to.
Local Eateries
- The main road is lined with street stalls that are lined with colourful awnings and each shop has a special dish.
- One of the local restaurants focuses on lamb grilled bangus which is an outcome of the dairy tradition of the area.
- Sizzling adobo aroma encourages people to take their seats at communal tables.
- It has numerous restaurants offering freshly prepared ice cream, which is made of local coconut milk and sweet bananas.
- The secrets of recipes are transmitted through generations with each dish having its own twist.
- The hospitable employees welcome the visitors with a warm Kumusta, and a smiling face that makes every meal memorable.
Local Market (Public Market)
- Fresh produce Vendors have rows with the types of products in bold fonts to select.
- The central fountain injects the market with water, which cools the overcrowded masses.
- Hand-woven fabrics and embroidered textile are sold in stalls, which demonstrates the skills of local craftsmen.
- Fresh fish and seafood is prepared before the shoppers, providing them with a sensual experience.
- There is also a section named the corner of the market that provides traditional Bulacan sweets such as minasa cookies and caramelised cassava.
- Local farmers present the harvest of the season, and the visitors will be able to experience the most recent tastes of Central Luzon.
Reason 06
Culture Traditions
- Tagalog is the vernacular used at homes and in the marketplace, which intertwines day to day life with the cultural aspect.
- Horticulture is not work, this is a living tradition, seed-saving techniques transmitted through generations by families.
- Rice cultivation occupies the lowland, forming the foundation of the food security of the community and celebrations of the seasons.
- There is coexistence of industrial growth and faith, churches and factories are in the same streets showing a perfect balance.
- Community holidays to Guiguinto festivals, in particular the Halamanan, present community art, floral floats to old-fashioned dance.
- The people of the town are industrious in nature, and they are always willing to receive the visitors with a warm smile and a warm hello.
Reason 07
Food Fun Fashion
Food
- Visit the other local delicacy, the chicharon or crispy pork rinds, which dissolve in your mouth and serve alongside all meals.
- Sample inipit, a sweet sandwich made of sponge cake and a creamy custard filling a delicious snack which symbolises the sweet half of Bulacan.
- Enjoy rice-based dishes made out of the fields surrounding the town giving the taste of fresh home-grown grain.
- Longganisa is a sausage that is savoured in breakfast tables and in street stalls.
- Eat minasa cookies, which are buttery soft cookies and have a distinct Bulacan taste.
- The stall sellers in the market sell different types of fresh fruits, which can be consumed immediately or taken away to be used later.
Fun
- Participate in the vibrant Halamanan Festival in January when the streets are lined with colourful flower beddings and vivid music for holidays to Guiguinto.
- Take a day walk around the nurseries and take a potted plant to remember the vegetation in town.
- Visit the industrial park of AcroCity, where one can find the combination of modern architecture and the life of the community.
- The old railway station is a place to visit and listen to the echoes of the past trains that share the storey of the other time.
- Dine with the people in a street cafe, and get to know them over hot cups of coffee.
- Relax with the sunset in the municipal park where the sky is pink, and the town lights begin shining.
Fashion
- Wear light and breathable materials since the heat is tremendous in the tropics during the day.
- When exploring the park, markets and the festival grounds, comfortable walking shoes are essential.
- To visit the festival, wear bright and colourful clothes, which will be in keeping with the cheerful mood of the Halamanan.
- A large hat will shield them in the midday sun and give them a local flavour as well.
- Basic accessories, e.g. handmade scarletts or woven bracelets, complement your appearance without any loss of comfort.
- When it gets colder, or your evening suddenly gets too windy, you need to have a light jacket to wear.
Reason 08
Nature Safari
- Rice paddies and extensive gardens, which are located in the lowland plains, are a traditional setting to a slow scenic walk.
- The horticulture farms that have rows of roses, orchids, and palms demonstrate the commitment of the town to the cultivation of plants.
- Tourists will be able to see working farmers and get to know how to be sustainable and how to arrange the flowers.
- The gardens in the town are maintained in such a way that the local birds can have habitats hence getting a good bird watching location.
- There is a little excursion to the local rivers which can be a relaxing picnic or contemplative spot.
- The gardens are an oasis of peace even in the most hectic times during the festivals, with every flower being a reminder of the strength of nature.
Reason 09
Events Fiestas
- The most famous of these holidays to Guiguinto festivals is the Halamanan Festival in January that welcomes tourists with floral displays and horticulture.
- The festival ends during the Feast Day of San Ildefonso where the community gathers to hold prayers and feasts.
- Local delicacies are sold by street vendors in the celebrations, which makes the culinary landscape of the festivals as colourful as the scenery.
- Custodial performances in form of dancing and music performances further enrich the cultural experience as they provide an insight into the heritage of Bulacan.
- The parks will be turned into vibrant arenas where families and tourists will listen to performers.
- Local craftsmen display their work making the event an unofficial market of handcraft.