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Philippines

Lubao / Land of the giant rice cakes

MeowScore 😸83/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

August

Hot air balloons and international crowd.

🎉
january

Visit Lubao for the colorful 'Glamorous Kapampangan Festival' dedicated to the town's patron saint.

🎶
february

Experience the colorful 'Tigtigan Terakan Festival' and taste delicious local delicacies.

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march

Witness the beauty of the town's colorful flower festival, 'Giant Lantern Festival'.

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april

Explore the Lubao Bamboo Hub Eco-Park, home to over 20 species of bamboo.

♨️
may

Relax and enjoy the hot springs at Pradera Verde, surrounded by lush greenery and landscape.

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june

Join the town celebration of the 'Patunob Festival', honoring farmer's offerings and local culture.

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july

Catch the delicious 'Pinya Festival' - showcasing all things made of pineapple!

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august

Experience the lively 'Lubao International Balloon Festival', featuring hot air balloons from around the world.

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september

Visit the ancestral house of one of the Philippines' national heroes, 'Marcelo H. Del Pilar'.

🙏
october

Celebrate the 'La Naval de Lubao' - the oldest Marian procession in the Philippines.

🚙
november

See the incredible 'Lubao 4x4 Off-road Challenge', showcasing the town's best drivers.

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december

Join the colorful 'Simbang Gabi', a nine-day series of masses leading up to Christmas.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping options in Lubao are fairly affordable, but not overly cheap. Prices are generally reasonable, but not the best value for money.

Check out the local markets for some good bargains on souvenirs and local products.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short trip for cultural attractions

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short trip for cultural attractions

Lubao is a small city, and most of its attractions can be seen within a day or two.

Tipping

5-10%

Standard tipping culture

Tipping

5-10%

Standard tipping culture

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, and rounding up is appreciated.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited speed due to poor infrastructure.

meh Availability

Internet not widely available in remote areas.

meh Cellular

Cellular coverage is average.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Lubao is the perfect place for curious cats to explore with their paws. Foodies will find plenty to meow about with local delicacies.

Cat lovers can enjoy the furry locals with the province's famous annual cat show, while adventurous cats can take on the daredevil activities available.

Things to do

The mainstream

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San Antonio de Padua Parish Church
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Fernandina 88 Suites Hotel
🌊
Amana Waterpark
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Sta. Catalina de Alexandria Parish Church
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Pradera Verde

The mainstream

🔔
San Antonio de Padua Parish Church

This picturesque church with its quaint bell tower and vibrant interior is a must-visit for cats who appreciate heritage and culture. Meowgnificent!

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Fernandina 88 Suites Hotel

Cats can experience luxury and comfort in this hotel with its spacious suites, swimming pool, gym, and restaurant. Purr-fect relaxation!

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🌊
Amana Waterpark

Cats who love to swim and splash around will have a pawsome time in this waterpark with its wave pool, lazy river, and giant water slides. Fur-nomenal!

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Sta. Catalina de Alexandria Parish Church

This historical church has served as a cat-thedral since the Spanish colonization, with its ornate facade featuring intricate carvings and statues of saints. Heavenly!

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Pradera Verde

Cat golfers and adventure-seeking cats can enjoy this sprawling golf course and adventure park boasting of a zipline, ATVs, and other exciting activities. Meow velous!

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Off the beaten path

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Sacred Heart Parish Church
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Nayong Pilipino Folkloric and Architectural Park
😺💒
Nuestro Señor de la Paciencia Chapel
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San Agustin Church
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Pawfect Haven Retreat

Off the beaten path

😻🙏
Sacred Heart Parish Church

A stunning church established in 1902 with a Neo-Gothic style. Cats who appreciate timeless beauty and intricate details will love the stained glass windows, statues, and ornate interiors of this church.

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🐈🏰
Nayong Pilipino Folkloric and Architectural Park

A hidden gem displaying the Philippines' rich culture, history, and heritage in an expansive park setting. Cats will delight in visiting replicas of traditional houses, native cuisines, and wooden sculptures.

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😺💒
Nuestro Señor de la Paciencia Chapel

A small and charming chapel hidden in a quiet neighborhood. Cats who visit here will enjoy the peaceful ambiance, beautifully carved altar pieces and quaint garden.

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🐱👑
San Agustin Church

One of the oldest churches in Pampanga, built in 1572 with a Spanish colonial architecture. The magnificent facade and bell tower make it a joy furr cats to visit and explore.

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🐾🌴
Pawfect Haven Retreat

An eco-friendly sanctuary nestled in Lubao, a purrfect getaway for cats and their catparents. The cat-shaped pool is the highlight of the resort, surrounded by lush greenery.

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walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Lubao is Known as the Historic Town of Pampanga

Lubao is home to several historical landmarks, such as the Spanish-era San Agustin Church and its signature flying buttresses.

Experience the Best Tasting Rice Cakes in Lubao

Lubao is famous for its rice cake delicacies, such as the rice flour-based bibingka and suman, which are cooked in banana leaves.

Join the Celebration of Lubao's Giant Lantern Festival

Lubao's Giant Lantern Festival is an annual Christmas event that features giant lanterns with vibrant colors and intricate designs, made by local craftsmen.

Useful external sites

visitpampanga.ph

Visit Pampanga↗

Official tourism website of Pampanga province, including Lubao

www.lubaoibmf.com

Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival↗

Website for the annual festival in Lubao

www.airbnb.com/s/Lubao--Philippines

Airbnb Lubao↗

Accommodation options in Lubao through Airbnb

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