FORMAT: MULTI-REGION What's this?The 7,000 islands that comprise the
Philippines are the forgotten islands of South East Asia. The country is a curious mix of Asian, Spanish and American cultural influences that range from Iberian colonial architecture to ancient tribal traditions and an obsession with American rock n' roll.
Traveler
Shilpa Mehta begins her Filipino adventure learning about the country's political history in
Luzon. Traveling south through
San Fernando she reaches the capital
Manila. Leaving the nightlife of Manila behind Shilpa goes on to explore the islands of
Boracay, Negros, Mindanao and
Palawan.
Along the way...
- Visit a faith healer to receive surgery without tools or incisions
- See the amazing rice terraces
- Witness the incredible Easter crucifixion re-enactments
- Relax on the beautiful beaches of Boracay
- Sample the local aphrodisiac - Duck embryo
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