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Course Outline: THC 4- Philippine Tourism

Course Coordinator: Ana Novelle Sanchez

Email: ananovellesanchez@gmail.com
Mobile: 0912-0539536
Effectivity Date: June 2020
Mode of Delivery: Blended (On-Line with face to face or virtual sessions)
Time Frame: 54 Hours
Student Workload: Expected Self-Directed Learning
Requisites: Tour 3 and TM 311
Credit: 3
A minimum of 95% attendance is required at all
Attendance Requirements:
scheduled Virtual or face to face sessions.

Course Outline Policy

Areas of Concern Details

Contact and Non-contact This 3-unit course self-instructional manual is
Hours designed for blended learning mode of
instructional delivery with scheduled face to face
or virtual sessions. The expected number of
hours will be 54 including the face to face or
virtual sessions.
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Since this course is included in the licensure

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traditional contact

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CC’s Voice: Hello tourism geographers! Welcome to this course THC 4:

Philippine Culture and Tourism Geography. By now, I am confident
that you really wanted to become a tourism enthusiast and that you
have visualized yourself as a tourism geographer.
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CO Before becoming a Philippine tourism geographer, you have to
appreciate the Philippines as an archipelago, name the 17 regions
and 81 provinces in the Philippines, and appreciate the tourist
destinations in the Philippines by identifying attractions in each
province.

Let’s begin!

Big Picture

Week 4-5: Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO): At the end of the unit, you are
expected to

a. Name the 17 regions and 81 provinces in the Philippines; and

b. Appreciate the touristic value of the tourists destinations in the different
provinces and cities in the Philippines;

Big Picture in Focus: ULOa. Name the provinces and chartered

cities present in the Regions of National Capital, CALABARZON
and MIMAROPA and Bicol.

In this section, the most essential terms relevant to the study of Philippine
Tourism and to demonstrate ULOa will be operationally defined to establish a
common frame of reference as to how the texts work in your chosen field or career.
You will encounter these terms as we go through the study of Philippine Tourism.
Please refer to these definitions in case you will encounter difficulty in the in
understanding Philippine tourism concepts.

1. Access Route- means the existing roads, bridges and any infrastructure
related to transportation.
2. Administrative Region. Administrative region means segmenting the areas
geographically based on their LGU location. The President establish the
making of the Philippine regions based their economic development.
3. Culture. Culture is a set of belief passed from generation to generation such
as language, religion, food, etc.
4. Domestic Tourism. It is a form of tourism where tourist travel within the
national boundaries.
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5. Interregional Tourist. Interregional type of tourist moves from one of the
regions to another.
6. Intraregional Tourist. Intraregional tourist moves from one province to
another within one specific region.
7. Local Tourist. Local type of traveler is often classified as an excursionist
because of the assumption that he or she will not need to stay beyond 24
hours in his/her province.
8. Province. Each of the Philippine regions except NCR has provinces. The
Philippines currently has 81 provinces.
9. SWOT Analysis. SWOT analysis in tourism means identifying the strength,
weakness, opportunities, and threats of the tourism destination.
10. Tourism. Tourism is an activity by a non-residents which involves the
elements of travel and stay. The intention of the activity is for leisure and not
to earn a living. Also, the tourists must stay at the destination with the
intention to go back in his place within 6 months (Cruz, 2006).

Please proceed immediately to the “Essential Knowledge” part since the first
lesson is also definition of essential terms.

Essential Knowledge

The first region to be presented in this unit is NCR. Have you been to any cities
in NCR? The National Capital Region is the seat of government and one of
three defined metropolitan areas in the Philippines.

Cities in NCR:

1. Manila
2. Quezon
3. City
4. Caloocan
5. LasPiñas
6. Makati
7. Malabon
8. Mandaluyong
9. Marikina
10. Muntinlupa
11. Navotas
12. Parañaque
13. Pasay, Pasig
14. San Juan
15. Taguig,
16. Valenzuela
17. The municipality of Pateros.
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How to get there: You can get in by air since Metro Manila is served by two airports:
the nearby Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), and the Clark International
Airport in Pampanga.

Calabarzon comprises five provinces: Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal,

and Quezon, and one highly urbanized city, Lucena.

Province Capital

Cavite Trece Martires

Laguna Santa Cruz

Batangas Batangas

Rizal Antipolo

Quezon Lucena

How to get there: The cheapest way to get from Manila to CALABARZON is to train
and bus which costs ₱40 - ₱70 and takes 1h 13m.

Mimaropa. It was also formerly designated as Region IV-B until 2016. It is one of
two regions in the country having no land border with another region (the other
being Eastern Visayas).

Province Capital

Occidental Mindoro Mamburao

Oriental Mindoro Calapan

Marinduque Boac

Rombolon Romblon

Palawan Puerto Princesa

The Bicol Region, also known simply as Bicol and historically known
as Ibalong prior to Spanish colonization, is a region of the Philippines, designated
as Region V.
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How to get there: Before you can get to Bicol from Manila, you have to pass
through several towns in the Calabarzon region. It can take 4-6 hours just to get
away from Manila depending on the traffic. If you’re passing SLEX, it’s best to leave
Manila as early as possible (around 4 am) so you can avoid heavy traffic in areas
like Sto. Tomas in Batangas, Alaminos, San Pablo in Laguna, Candelaria and
Sariaya in Quezon.

Province Capital

Albay Legazpi

Camarines Norte Daet

Camarines Sur Pili

Sorsogon Sorsogon City

Catanduanes Virac

Masbatae Masbate

Self-Help: You can also refer to the sources below to help you
further understand the lesson:

1. So, Paul Lim (2012). Philippine Tourist Destinations. The Philippines: An

Overview. Accumicro I.T. Solutions.
2. Lim, R. (2019) Macro perspective on Tourism and Hospitality.
Manila:Mindshapers Co., Inc

Help me address this issue by presenting your own solution to the problem.
Example:
1. In this kind of situation, we need to always remind the passengers and tourists to
hold on to their luggage and inventory the content of their luggage. By doing this, we
can avoid the scam by people interested in extorting money.
Your turn:

KEYWORDS INDEX. The following terms and concepts discussed in this unit
of lesson are important for you to remember. To help you review, please
review the terms below.

Region Province East

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West North South

Q&A LIST. This section allows you to list down all questions and issues relative to the
lesson you would like to raise. You may also raise these questions thru the LMS. You
are also the one to write the answers after questions have been clarified.

Do you have any question for clarification?

Questions/Issues
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Big Picture in Focus: ULOb. Appreciate the touristic value of the

tourist’s destinations in Regions of Regions of National Capital,
CALABARZON, MIMAROPA and Bicol.

Metalanguage
In this section, the most essential terms relevant to the study of Philippine
Tourism and to demonstrate ULOb will be operationally defined to establish a
common frame of reference as to how the texts work in your chosen field or career.
Also, attached are photos taken from Google to give a more realistic learning
experience. You will encounter these terms as we go through the study of Philippine
Tourism. Please refer to these definitions in case you will encounter difficulty in the
in understanding Philippine tourism concepts.
1. Festival. A festival is a celebration or thanksgiving. In other countries they call
it gala.
2. Island. An island or isle is a piece of land surrounded by water.
3. Lighthouse. A lighthouse is a tower that sends signal to the passing ship
vessel.
4. Mountain. A mountain is a body of land that rises above the ground.
5. Museum. A museum is an institution that collects items with significance.
6. Park. A park is a place for human enjoyment. It can be natural or man--made.
7. River. A river is a flowing water. It ends to an ocean, sea, lake or
another river.
8. Wildlife Sanctuary. A wildlife sanctuary is an area where animal habitats and
their surroundings are protected from any sort of disturbance.
9. Sand Dunes. A sand dune is any accumulation of sand grains shaped into a
mound or ridge by the wind under the influence of gravity.
10. Watchtower. It is a tower used as a defense from invaders.

Please proceed immediately to the “Essential Knowledge” part since the first
lesson is also definition of essential terms.

Essential Knowledge
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NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION

Name of Attraction Description
RIZAL PARK Sometimes referred to as Luneta Park,
this is a peaceful and manicured outdoor
garden located in the heart of the city.
Throughout the park. You will see statues
and monuments paying tribute to Manila's
history.

Of note is the century-old Monument of

Rizal, which houses the remains of one of
the Philippines' most celebrated heroes,
Dr. Jose Rizal.
QUIAPO CHURCH The Quiapo Church is one of the oldest
and most admired Catholic Churches in
Manila. The more formal name of the
church is the Minor Basilica of the Black
Nazarene. Depending on the time of day,
the plaza surrounding the century-old
church can be quite congested, which
makes it an interesting place to visit to
admire the devotion of the Filipino people.
INTRAMUROS You will likely pass through the
Intramuros whether you know it or not as
you explore Manila. It is the oldest section
of the city and characterized by its walled
fortress. This section of Manila was once
a walled city during Spanish Colonial
times in the 1500s to the 1800s.
MANILA OCEAN PARK The Manila Ocean Park is one of the
most unique adventures in the city and
one of the top things to do for families
visiting the city. Get interactive with
marine life with the Sharks and Rays
Encounter, Trails to Antarctica, or the fish
spa where fish clean your feet in a small
pool of water. The park easily fills several
hours depending on how many
encounters you try. In addition to the
state-of-the-art aquatic facility, you will
see exhibits of birds and other animals.
SAN AGUSTIN CHURCH AND It is a national treasure in the Philippines.
MUSEUM The Catholic Church has a unique history
that is reflected in the details of the
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both Chinese and Spanish influences in
the design. The church has been rebuilt
several times after battles and natural
disasters.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE For a true exploration into the culture of
PHILIPPINES the country,it is one of the best places to
visit. The museum has four main
complexes and extensive collections and
artifacts relating to art, archaeology,
anthropology, zoology, biology, and
natural history. The museum galleries
help offer a sense of place, telling the
cultural story beyond what you will find on
your own visiting the city's many historical
attractions.
BAMBIKE ECOTOURS Manila is a pedestrian-friendly city, but if
you want to explore the culture and
history more efficiently, consider the
Bambike Ecotours. The tours provide a
unique, eco-friendly way to see urban
Manila. By taking an ecotour, you are
also supporting environmental
sustainability efforts of local businesses.
FORT SANTIAGO The site of Fort Santiago is an impressive
stop if you are visiting the city and it is
one of the most important historical sites
in Manila. The 16th-century fortress was
key in protecting the Intramuros, which is
the oldest district in Manila, known
historically as the Walled City.
DIVISORIA MARKET If you are in the mood to bargain shop,
head to the lively Divisoria Market in
Manila. It is located in the heart of
Chinatown where you will discover
overflowing vendor stalls selling
everything from fruit and spices to flip-
flops and beads.
MANILA SUPER MALL The Super Mall is easy to spot. It has a
mega globe structure on the grounds,
which makes for a great selfie spot. This
retail complex is popular with the locals,
so it can get quite crowded.
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Region IV-A - Calabarzon

1. Cavite

Name of Attraction Description

AGUINALDO SHRINE Who can’t recognize the place where
Aguinaldo declared the Philippine
Independence from Spain? Aguinaldo
Shrine is located in Kawit, Cavite.

HOUSE OF GENERAL RIEGO DE The old house is made of wood with an

DIOS architecture dating back to a by gone era.
It is considered one of the country's
oldest houses in the area.

IMUS HISTORICAL MARKER Imus Historical Marker located at the

town plaza, the marker can be seen near
two vintage artillery pieces situated
across the Imus Catholic Church and
the Imus Municipal Hall. The province
also claims that is was the birthplace of
the nation, and Imus was the site of the
first successful revolution.

PEOPLE'S PARK IN THE SKY It is locacted in Tagaytay, Cavite. It has

historical significance which wa converted
into an incomplete mansion.
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TAGAYTAY CITY Tagaytay is a popular holiday town south

of Manila on the Philippine island Luzon.
Known for its mild climate, it sits on a
ridge above Taal Volcano Island, an
active volcano surrounded by Taal Lake.
Overlooking the area, People’s Park in
the Sky occupies the grounds of a never-
finished presidential mansion. Picnic
Grove is a recreation area with trails and
a zip line.

2. Laguna

Name of Attraction Description

MOUNT MAKILING Mount Makiling, or Mount Maquiling, is
a dormant volcano located on the
border of Laguna province and
Batangas on the island of Luzon,
Philippines.

PAGSANJAN FALLS It is considered as one of the most

beautiful fall in the Philippines. The
three-drop waterfall is reached by a
river trip on dugout canoe, known
locally as Shooting the rapids,
originating from the municipality
of Pagsanjan.
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RIZAL SHRINE The Rizal Shrine in Calamba is a

reproduction of the original two-story,
Spanish-Colonial style house in
Calamba, Laguna where José Rizal
was born.

MABITAC CHURCH/ TRAVELER ON Dedicated to St. Joseph, Baras

FOOT Church was completed in 1686. It has
an altar and lectern made of stone
which was unearthed from beneath the
church. The tiles used for the
restoration of the floor were taken from
the ruins of Intramuros.

3. Batangas

Name of Attraction Description

BALAYAN, BATANGAS PARADA NG The Parada ng Lechon (roasted pig
LECHON FESTIVAL parade) a festival you must see in
Balayan Batangas. The celebration is
held annually on June 24, and the feast
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day of San Juan (Saint John the Baptist).

CAPE SANTIAGO Another wonderful lighthouse in the

Philippines located in Calatagan,
Batangas

TAAL LAKE AND VOLVANO Known to be the smallest active volcano

in the world and one of Southern Luzon’s
centerpiece attractions, Taal Lake and
Volcano gives the province of Talisay a
remarkable haven for tourists both local
and foreign for its alluring and majestic
view.

APOLINARIO MABINI SHRINE Designed by National Artist Juan Nakpil,

the Mabini Shrine in Tanauan contains a
museum, library and Mabini's tomb.
Inside the museum are artifacts relating
to his life, including a painting showing
him in a hammock, being carried to
Aguinaldo's camp in Kawit, Cavite

ANILAO, BATANGAS You can experience many sports

activities in Anilao. It is perfect for
snorkeling, diving, swimming and many
more.
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4. Rizal

Name of Attraction Description

HINULUGANG TAKTAK Hinulugang Taktak Protected
Landscape, also known as Hinulugan
Taktak, is a protected area located
in Rizal, Philippines. Initially assigned as
a recreation area, the waterfall area has
been designated as a national park.

HIGANTES FESTIVAL Higantes Festival, also known as the

Feast of San Clemente, is celebrated
every November 23 in the town
of Angono, Rizal.

CARABAO FESTIVAL The Carabao Festival is celebrated on

the feast day of San Isidro Labrador St.
Isidore the Worker), the farmer's patron
saint from May 15 to 16 as tribute to the
water buffalos or carabaos in the
farming town of San Isidro, Nueva Ecija,
Pulilan, Bulacan, and Angono, Rizal.
The carabao or (kalabaw) is the national
animal of the Philippines.
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5. Quezon

Name of Attraction Description

LAMON BAY Lamon Bay is a large bay in the southern
part of Luzon island in the Philippines. It
is a body of water connecting the
southern part of Quezon province to
the Philippine Sea, a marginal sea of
the Pacific Ocean. It borders on the
coastal towns
of Atimonan, Gumaca, Plaridel, Lopez,
Calauag, and the islands of Alabat.

VILLA ESCUDERO Villa Escudero Plantations is 800

hectares (2,000 acres) of
working coconut plantation and hacienda
located 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) south of
the city of San Pablo, Laguna Province
on the border with Quezon Province in
the Philippines.

Region IV-B- MIMAROPA

1. Occidental Mindoro
Name of Attraction Description
APO REEF NATURAL PARK Apo Reef is the largest coral atoll-like
reef in the Philippines and the second
largest contiguous coral reef in the world.
It is a sub-triangular coral atoll formation
approximately 26 kms from the north to
the south tip and 20 kms from east to
west.

CALAWAGAN MOUNTAIN RESORT The resort’s main attraction is the

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Cleaniest Inland body of Water for
several times.

HULAGAAN FALLS The main attraction of the island is the

Mina de Oro Beach Resort in which
boasts of a fine white-sand beach.
Fifteen minutes from the beach by boat is
a cave, the entrance to which you have
to swim through if the tide is high.

2. Oriental Mindoro

Name of Attraction Description

AGANAHAW ISLAND Anahaw Island View Resort is located
right at the outskirts of Calapan City,
Oriental Mindoro. It is situated right on
the Calapan Beach. Anahaw Island
View Resort is an ideal place for family
vacations, office outings and other
special occasions.

BALUARTE IN LUMANG BAYAN Situated in the village of Lumang Bayan,

this tower was constructed on a hill
overlooking an old harbour and the
surrounding bay. It stands as a
testimony to the constant threat of
piracy that plagued these waters well
before the colonial period.
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MT. HALCON The fourth highest point in the country

rising 2,586 meters above sea level, this
mountain is a favorite among
mountaineers and other nature lovers.
Wild tamaraws still roam its forests.

PUERTO GALERA Puerto Galera is a popular destinations

among tourists. Aside from the beautiful
beaches, the town also offers a number
of tourist facilities. The waters are ideal
for scuba diving.

3. Marinduque

Name of Attraction Description

BATHALA CAVES These mystical caves are said to be the
repository of psychic powers emanating
from various points of the universe.
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BATTLE OF PULANG LUPA MARKER Marks the site of the bloodiest battle
ever fought in the island between the
Marinduque Revolutionary Forces and
the Americans.

MORIONES FESTIVAL It is a lenten rites held on Holy Week.

The "Moriones" are people in costumes
and masks replicating the biblical
Roman soldiers.

4. Romblon

Name of Attraction Description

MT. GUINTING-GUITING Mt. Guiting-guiting is the highest peak in
Romblon, rising a little more than 6,000
feet above sea level. Considered one of
the more formidable mountains in the
country , it offers a challenge to anyone
who wants to scale its peak
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ROMBLON BAY Romblon Bay in the town of Romblon, is
an island that has fine white sand,
crushed corrals and crystal clear waters.
Romblon is known as the capital of the
province of Romblon and this is where
you can find Cobrador Island also locally
known as Nogoso.

5. Palawan

Name of Attraction Description

HONDA BAY One of the major destinations near
Puerto Princesa City, ideal for
snorkeling and other water-related
activities.

CALAUIT ISLAND WILDLIFE This 3,700-hectare game preserve

SACTUARY and wildlife sanctuary is inhabited by
African wildlife like zebras, giraffes
and gazelles, along with various
indigenous species that abound in the
island.

CUYO FORT Built during the early Spanish period

to protect the Cuyunon from their
enemies, this fort is considered one of
the most ancient in the archipelago.
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EL NIDO El Nido is host to some of the most

beautiful limestone islands and high-
end resorts in the Philippines. It is
also established diving site.

Region V- Bicol Region

1. Albay
Name of Attraction Description
HOYOP-HOYOPAN CAVE It is a natural tunnel-like structure in
Camalig. Legend says that this cave
was the primitive habitat of the natives
in the area.

MAYON VOLCANO Almost perfect volcano in the world. It

is an active stratovolcano in
the province of Albay in Bicol Region,
on the large island of Luzon in
the Philippines. A popular tourist spot, it
is renowned for its "perfect cone"
because of its symmetric conical
shape.
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CAGSAWA RUINS After its construction in Cagsawa,

pirates destroyed the place. It was then
rebuilt but the eruption of Mt. Volcano
destroyed it again.

2. Camarines Norte

Name of Attraction Description

DAET PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL It showcases the main agriculture of the
capital. The Pinyasan or Pineapple
Festival is celebrated yearly in the town
of Daet, Camarines Norte in the Bicol
Region. The festival is celebrated from
June 15 to 24.

FEAST OF BLACK NAZARENE Held and honor the miraculous Black

Nazarene. Every year on January 9,
millions of Filipinos gather in Manila for
a procession of the Black Nazarene, or
Poong itim na Nazareno, a life-sized
statue of a suffering Jesus fallen under
the weight of the cross, along a 6.5 km
route from Rizal (Luneta) Park to the
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minor basilica in Quiapo.

FIRST RIZAL MONUMENT It was initiated by Lt. Col. Antonio Saez

of the revolutionary of the Philippine
army.

3. Camarines Sur

Name of Attraction Description

CARAMOAN NATIONAL PARK It is one of largest virtually untouched
natural attractions in the Philippines.
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4. Sorsogon
Name of Attraction Description
MOUNT BULUSAN Extinct volcano towers 5077 ft. above
sea level.

DONSOL WHALE SHARK Today, Donsol is a hub of tourism and

INTERACTION the home of the Whale Shark
Interaction Eco-Tourism Project.

5. Catanduanes

Name of Attraction Description

ANNUAL SURFING COMPETITION It is participated by local and foreign
tourist. The date of the competition is
movable.

CATANDUNGAN FESTIVAL A celebration tributes to its founder.

The Catandungan Festival is a festival
held each year
in Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines,
every third weekend of October
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nearest October 24, which is when
Catanduanes was founded as a
province, independent from Albay.

DINAHIT FESTIVAL It is the celebration commemoration of

the arrival of the first migrants in the
province who came via dinahit

6. Masbate

Name of Attraction Description

BATONGAN CAVE It has a numerous bats, which provides
the people guano, a kind of fertilizer.
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Self-Help: You can also refer to the sources below to help you
further understand the lesson:

1. So, Paul Lim (2012). Philippine Tourist Destinations. The Philippines: An

Overview. Accumicro I.T. Solutions.
2. Lim, R. (2019) Macro perspective on Tourism and Hospitality.
Manila:Mindshapers Co., Inc
3. Cruz, Z. (2013) Principles of Tourism Part 2. . Manila: Rex Book Store.
4. Diekmann, A. and Smith, M. K. (2015). Ethnic and minority cultures as
tourist attractions. Bristol, UK:Channel View Publications
5. Sharma, M. (2014) Fundamentals of environment and tourism. New Delhi,
India: Anmol Pub.

KEYWORDS INDEX. The following terms and concepts discussed in this unit
of lesson are important for you to remember. To help you review, please
review the terms below.

Festival Island Museum

Park Mountain Lighthouse
Watchtower River Sanctuary

Q&A LIST. This section allows you to list down all questions and issues relative to the
lesson you would like to raise. You may also raise these questions thru the LMS. You
are also the one to write the answers after questions have been clarified.

Do you have any question for clarification?

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