REGION III –

CENTRAL LUZON
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Region 3 – Central Luzon
The Region III or also known as the Central Luzon is an
administrative region in the Philippines. The Region III is primarily
serving to organize the 7 provinces of the vast central plains of the
island of Luzon. These provinces are Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva
Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales. The Region III also consists
of 115 municipalities.
There are a total of 14 cities in Central Luzon - Balanga in
Bataan; Malolos, Meycauayan, and San Jose del Monte in Bulacan;
Cabanatuan, Gapan, Muñoz, Palayan, and San Jose in Nueva Ecija;
Angeles, Mabalacat, and San Fernando in Pampanga; Tarlac in Tarlac;
and Olongapo in Zambales.
FAMOUS TOURIST SPOTS AND ATTRACTIONS
AURORA – Dubbed as the "birthplace of surfing in
the Philippines", Baler can be considered as a
traveler's paradise in the Province of Aurora. It is a
second class municipality that offers thrilling
adventures coupled with scenic and amazing beauty
of nature.

BATAAN – known for its historical places thanks to

its great role in world history. Among the most
famous ones are the Death March, Siege of Bataan,
and the Fall of Bataan.
 BULACAN – Perhaps the most famous Bulacan
park, Biak-na-Bato National Park is a protected area
located in San Miguel. The 2,117-hectare park is
known for its historical significance, as it served as
the mountain hideout of Filipino revolutionaries as
they fought the Spanish forces.

NUEVA ECIJA – Gabaldon Falls is one of the

most popular Nueva Ecija tourist spots. It features
cold crystal clear waters in a beautifully-carved
pool. If you're seeking some respite from a busy
week, this tourist spot Nueva Ecija makes a great
setting for relaxation as it is surrounded by foliage
and rock formations.
 PAMPANGA – Pampanga's modern city of Clark is famous for its
well-preserved ancestral homes, a lineup of themed and
amusement parks, and bright and colorful year-round festivals.
Pampanga is also rich in natural wonders, with stunning
waterfalls, majestic mountain views, and calm wetlands.

TARLAC – One of the most frequented pilgrimage sites in

Central Luzon, the Monasterio de Tarlac is home to the most
revered Relic of the True Cross upon which Jesus Christ was
crucified and died.

ZAMBALES – one of the most beautiful beach destinations in the

country and known for being blessed with deep blue pristine
waters, stunning islands, and sandy beaches. It's also the go-to
beach destination for people living in Metro Manila because it
only takes about 4 to 5 hours of travel time to reach it!
IMPORTANT FACTS AND INFORMATION
• NUEVA ECIJA is popular for being the top source of rice in
• AURORA is a province blessed with an abundance of tourist the Philippines that's why it's dubbed as the “Rice Granary of
attractions. It has its share of historical sights such as the home the Philippines.” But aside from this, the province is also
and resthouse of former Philippine President Manuel L. home to so many beautiful places in Nueva Ecija like the
Quezon. The province also has a beautiful Catholic church and Minalungao National Park, General Luna Falls, Gabaldon
several historical markers. Falls, etc. The province gains its name from the town of Écija
in Seville province, Spain, that reminded the Spanish
colonial authorities of its hot climate.
• BATAAN is a province in Philippines located in Central Luzon
Region holding many interesting tourist spots. The province • PAMPANGA holds the title of being the Culinary Capital of
has plenty of historical landmarks to visit including the Philippines as they offer some of the best Filipino dishes,
monuments, markers, old houses, shrines and old churches but there's more to this Central Luzon province that just good
since it played an important role in the history of the country food.
(Battle of Bataan).
• TARLAC is best known for its fine foods and vast sugar and
rice plantations, and its fine cooking scene is due to its
• BULACAN is noted as the land of heroes, beautiful women, position as the crossroads of four major cultures.
progressive cooperatives, small and medium-scale industries.
It is also known for excellent craftsmanship in making
jewelries, leather crafts, buntal hats, pyrotechnics, bone in-laid • ZAMBALES is famous for its beaches and coves. The most
furnitures and garments. popular activities here are surfing and camping. This
province gives a good mix of chill and thrill adventure to
cater to all types of travelers.
The native languages of Central Luzon
• Bugkalot
• Kapampangan
• Casiguranin (Kasiguranin)
• Pangasinan
• Tagalog
• Ilocano
• Sambal