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What is the meaning of Araw ng Kagitingan?
Day of Valor
Araw ng Kagitingan ( lit. ‘Day of Valor’), also known as Bataan Day and Bataan and Corregidor Day, is a national observance in the Philippines which commemorates the fall of Bataan to Japanese troops during World War II.
Who built Mt Samat?
Lorenzo del Castillo
Architectural features Located in an area approximately 73,665 hectares (182,030 acres), the park consists of the Colonnade and at the mountain’s peak, the Memorial Cross. The shrine was designed by Lorenzo del Castillo and landscaped by Dolly Quimbo-Perez.
Why was April 9 1942 declared as Araw Ngkagitan?
Out of our many historical events, why was the Fall of Bataan, which happened April 9, 1942, chosen to be the Day of Valor or Araw ng Kagitingan? According to historians, this was meant to recall the thousands of Filipinos who dedicated their lives to free the country during World War II.
Why is Bataan called Bataan?
Soon, the folklore says, folks in the locality also adapted the friars’ term for the place, and took “Bataan” to mean as “the place where kids are fond of Batan,” the folklore concludes. Filipinos of long ago easily gave room to foreigner’s opinions as part of their hospitality.
How many languages does the Philippines speak?
There are over 120 languages spoken in the Philippines. Filipino, the standardized form of Tagalog, is the national language and used in formal education throughout the country. Filipino and English are both official languages and English is commonly used by the government.
What barangay is Mount Samat?
Dunsulan Falls ( 14°36′52.7″N 120°29′33.8″E) is a waterfall located at the foot of Mount Samat, northeast of the National Shrine in Brgy Liyang, also in Pilar town.
What is Mt Samat known for?
Samat is the most significant event in Bataan. It commemorates the heroism and bravery of Filipino and American soldiers who offered their lives to defend our freedom and democracy from invading Japanese forces during World War II.
What is the Day of Valor in Tagalog?
April 9th
When is the Day of Valor? Called ‘Araw ng Kagitingan’ in Filipino, this official regular nationwide holiday is celebrated annually on April 9th.
When was Bataan founded?
January 11, 1757
Historian Cornelio Bascara documents that the province of Bataan was established in January 11, 1757 by Governor-General Pedro Manuel Arandia out of territories belonging to Pampanga and the corregimiento of Mariveles which, at the time, included Maragondon, Cavite across the Manila Bay.
What is the nickname of Bataan?
National Capital Region (NCR)
| City/Municipality | Nickname(s) |
|---|---|
| Navotas | Fishing Capital of the Philippines |
| Parañaque | Bay City |
| Pateros | A Small Town with a Big Heart Balut Capital of the Philippines |
| Quezon City | The City of Stars |