The mansion of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson was built in the early 1900’s but to this day, the 903 square meter structure still stands tall amidst sugar plantation and its grandeur is a testament of the lifestyle of the hacienderos. The structure of what’s left of the mansion is that we now call The Ruins, […]
How To Get to The Ruins
First time visitors would be interested to know how to get to The Ruins. Tourist, especially first-timers, who visit Bacolod City during the MassKara Festival should not miss going to The Ruins.Getting to Ruins will take you around 15 minutes from downtown Bacolod City. The Ruins is located in Talisay City but you can get […]
Sweet City Captel
I recently discovered a new budget accommodation in Negros Occidental. The Sweet City Captel was inaugurated last February 2, 2009 by Gov. Isidro P. Zayco. The hostel located at the North Capitol Road corner Gatuslao Street in Bacolod City is now being managed by the Capitol Government Employees Multi Purpose Cooperative (CAPGEM). The newly renovated […]
Codcod, San Carlos: Vegetable Basket of Negros
I was told that what used to be known as Canlaon vegetables in fact did not come from Canlaon City in Oriental Negros but from Codcod, San Carlos City in Negros Occidental. Brgy. Codcod is one of the 18 barangays of San Carlos City. It used to be more accessible from Canlaon City when access […]
Southern Negros Occidental Tourist Destinations
For those who long for a tropical vacation away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Southern Negros Occidental is one of the best tourist destinations in the Philippines. The scenic coastline with mountains as backdrop provide a relaxing atmosphere for the weary traveler. Southern Negros Occidental boasts of unspoiled natural beauty in it […]
La Basilia White Beach Resort
La Basilia White Beach Resort in Sipaway Island is a favorite weekend destination for locals and tourists who are traveling to Sipaway on a budget. It provides decent accommodation at an affordable rate. La Basilia is located in Brgy. Ermita, Sipaway Island, just less than 15 minutes away from San Carlos City on a pump […]
