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Cavite Province
can justifiably claim to be the birthplace of the nation, as Imus
was the site of the first successful revolution. The Imus
Historical Marker commemorates this event. The province is the
birthplace of Philippine heroes, among them General Emilio
Aguinaldo. Cavite City was best known in the past as the main base
of the Philippine Navy, but has now become a satellite city of
Manila, with a massive influx of new residents and rapid
industrial development. The main attractions in the area are the
Island Cove, Caylabne Bay Resort (Ternate), and Leisure Park and
several first class resorts.
The Aguinaldo Shrine and Museum in Kawit occupies the site where
the proclamation of independence us made and where the Philippine
flag was first unfurled. The Andres Bonifacio House in General
Trias is the former home of the country's revolutionary leader,
while the site of his court martial in Maragondon is also
preserved. Other historical sites include the Battle of Alapan and
Battle of Julian Bridge Markers, Fort San Felipe and the House of
Tirona. The main churches of the province are the Imus Cathedral,
Silang, General Trias and Maragondon Catholic Churches. The
Shrines of Our Lady of La Salette, Silang, and St. Anne, Tagaytay,
also attract pilgrims. Natural attractions include Cabag Caves and
Malibedibic and Balite Falls. |
