Points of Interest

Points of Interest

Thursday, 26 November 2009 08:35

Tanay is proud to be the home to many Natural and Manmade Attractions such as Daranak, Batlag Falls, Kalinawan Cave, Daraetan River, Tinipak, Parola, Church of Tanay and more.

TANAY AT A GLANCE

Tanay, Rizal is situated in the Philippines, directly east of Manila, about 57 kilometers away. Tanay was founded in 1606, a town of 85,000 is considered as the central trading post of Morong, Pililla, Baras, Jala-jala, Mabitac, Siniloan and Sta. Cruz in Laguna.

It is home to a number of natural attractions including the Kalinawan Cave, Daranak and Batlag Falls, Tinipak and its white marble deposits alongside its riverbank, Daong, Sierra Madre Mountain, crystal clear water of Daraitan river with colorful stones beneath the surface and gold mining in sitio Angilo that lie concealed behind the 12 hours of perilous journey on foot from Barangay Sta. Ines.

It is a town with a tremendous contrasts: natural spring water, numerous caverns, superstitions, urban and rural barangays, entertainment and a number of resorts including Pranjeto Hills, Sierra Madre Resorts, Sacramento Valley Resorts and Don Pedro Hotel and Resort, and every January with an explosion of Town Fiesta decorations, singing contests, extravagant marching bands, Fairs and thousands of vendors scatters around the town.

Tanayans are friendly, greagarious, accommodating, hospitable and helpful. In addition to that, transport is cheap, the food is plentiful and good, accommodation is fair and English is widely spoken. The wet season runs from May to October and the dry season from November to April. The half year of sunshine and tropical climate make this town well suited to the occasional vacationer.

Tanay, Rizal is a rejuvenating town inhabited by one of the friendliest people in the world. Discover, experience and explore the beauty of this 17th century town. That's what Tanay, Rizal is, and more. Come and discover the rest.

MANMADE ATTRACTIONS

Parola Fired up by the passion of a great historical significance, the vast Laguna Lake remains to this day a wonderful mystery. Forever encased in the beauty of its vast surrounding; of mellow dramatic composition of colors that has wonderfully blended to create an unimaginable sense of warmth and tranquility.

In it lies an impressive causeway highlighted by a modern day parola and complimented by an awesome Hispanic-inspired verandah. Set in an upbeat glow of a purplish sky in the early morning sun or in a reflective atmosphere of warm orangey color of sunset gently fading beyond the graying mountains. Truly owing its luster in the golden dark years of the times past.

Tanay Park Enthralled in a vivacious atmosphere complimenting the classical view of the San Ildefonso Church (Tanay Church), the park holds apart on its own in nobility and simplicity.

Commemorated in the monument of its national hero and favorite adopted son, Jose Rizal; Enshrined among the lush greens, age old trees and floral gardens; Highlighted in the impressive backdrop of a grand stage which features a real life painting of the “ Daranak Falls”.

Enliven by the boisterous laughter of young town boys… romanticized by lovers locked in intimate gestures…immortalized in the eyes of an old man, sitting seemingly undisturbed…Indeed, a picturesque entirety that personifies the Tanayan’s love for life and its simple pleasure

Church of Tanay Lying quiescent in the midst of archaic Acacia Trees, sprawled through out its immense surrounding, Tanay Church has truly taken its form; A felicitous contribution to the historical structure of this town. Depicted in every layer of stonewalls that was intricately built by bare hands of those who came hundreds of years before us. Built in the seventeenth century, the Basilica was forever immortalized both in its exterior, as well as interior.

Inside, the saints are narrated in an elegant and reclusive world of genuine reflection. Accentuated in deep tones of brown, blue, red and gold creates a warm atmosphere. A world transformed in time. From a distance, the eminence and elegance of its saint emanates a solemn yet dignified sense of past.

Bukal Chapel Possessing the essential qualities of ecclesiastical nature inherent to a deep cultural heritage from Spain, in this culture that bear an intrinsic clamor for mythical reality, the Bukal Church holds a special place in the religious tradition of Tanayans.

Known for the healing qualities of its spring water; Revered in an exuberant display of the various 17^th century religious relics encompassing the Miraculous Shrine of the Holy Cross.

Remarkable in the gigantic charm of the Tekla Tree planted by two Franciscan priest in the 17^th century bequeathing a legacy etched in the old world splendor of Tanay.

Grotto Enshroud in a tranquil atmosphere of the mountainside; atop a two-hundred-step grand palatial stairway lies the Shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary encamp in a man-made stone cavern; adorned by a venerable Bougainvillea spreading beauteously in white and violet blossoms.

Set in an alluring panoramic view of the town and the Laguna Lake; Depicted in a deep sense of religiosity and reverence achieving an eclectic atmosphere arising from a baronial yet humble religious beginning.

NATURAL ATTRACTIONS

Daranak Falls Situated in a luxuriant habitat of the mountain forest lies a visceral paradise much much admired for its two famous waterfalls, the Daranak and Batlag Falls; Set in a vivacious milieu of exquisite flora and fauna.

Magnificent in its 14 meters lunge, the Daranak Falls create a lyrical yet powerful uproar gently breaking the pristine silence underneath, making its oval basin more inviting as pressures from the cascading waters could very well provide a healthy invigorating massage.

Enchanting in its captivating ease, the Batlag Falls, though smaller, is a tranquil haven of cool and gentle waters. A soothing respite perfected in a splendid fusion of natures aesthetic wonders.

Batlag Falls Situated in a luxuriant habitat of the mountain forest lies a visceral paradise much much admired for its two famous waterfalls, the Daranak and Batlag Falls; Set in a vivacious milieu of exquisite flora and fauna.

Enchanting in its captivating ease, the Batlag Falls, though smaller, is a tranquil haven of cool and gentle waters. A soothing respite perfected in a splendid fusion of natures aesthetic wonders.

Kalinawan Cave Sculpted in the niche of old age heroism, myths and legends is a reclusive sanctuary of the rolling highlands of Rawang; known for its famous Kalinawan Cave, An aesthetic composition of rolling cave structures;limestones ,clastic rock formations and an impressive collection of stalactites and stalagmites; founded amorously in a lush forest environment.

A lucid underworld charm that has became a legendary shelter to our ancient Filipino Freedom fighters who fought vigilantly against the Spanish, Japanese and American invaders during the dark years of Philippine History.

Presently its mystic caverns and dome serves as an ideal location setting; a perfect replica of “ Hathoria”, the lost kingdom of the fairies immortalized in the famous Television series called “ Encantadia, a genre of the Philippine literature rooted by Filipinos love for mysticism and the
supernatural world.

Daong Further deep into the mountain ravine; from a steep and ragged trail, an elemental paradise
lain in its tranquil oasis. Daong, a narrow stream set among the rich foliage and tropical colors of the forest; of limestone and rocks jutting from the surface; rustic huts provides a seating space inviting rest and solitude.

A dip into its gently cascading waters creates a relaxing sensation that plays with the senses-, warm and invigorating. Truly, a fusion of nature’s therapeutic wonders that calms a tired and weary soul.

Daraitan River A remote paradise situated far end of Tanay awarded by the Department of Natural Resources as the “ cleanest body of water” in Region IV, Daraetan is poised to become one of the most important tourist destination in the future.

The mighty rushing water creates melodious murmurings that blend in beautifully with the rustic and laidback ambience of its surrounding. Enliven by a healthy exchange of trades; from farmers coming in with their harvests, to the waiting jitneys ready to take them to the town market, and from tourists who visit to partake in its beauty.

While the mountains presents an adventurous challenge to one who decides to explore its bounty, the river is also ideal for water trekking, swimming and rubber boating; warm and genuine hospitality radiates from the welcoming smile of its people.

Masungi Rock From the broad horizon of the mountain freeway is a colossal view of Masungi Rock, an impressive ecological frontier of flowing cliffs of black-marble rock formation set in the midst of
pensive atmosphere of the vast Sierra Madre Mountain Range.

Ideal for rock mountain enthusiasts, mountaineers and campers, this ideal camp ground is also an amazing sanctuary of a massive array of ecological finds, huge rock cliffs, open skyline and a panoramic view of the shorelines of Laguna de Bay, blessed with a gripping cool atmosphere of the highlands conducive to a solitary rest and reflection.

Tinipak Adjoining the mighty Daraitan River, Tinipak River is another reclusive sanctuary that stands up on its own, in mythical form and wonder. A paradise in the midst of High Mountain slopes and ridges, towering from the great blue sky; A haven of rocks and boulder awesomely spread throughout its entirety; set beautifully in the lush mountainside and the green crystal water. A blissful paradise whose pristine silence is being disturbed gently by the rhythmic sound of the rushing river and the humming of the birds, blending beautifully to create one of Tanay’s greatest natural attraction ever imagined.

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