Behold Bataan

15/12/2024

✨ A Night of Glorious Joy ✨

Celebrate the birth of our hope, Jesus Christ, with a peaceful and heartwarming worship night. Bring your family and friends, pack a mat, and relax under the twinkling lights at Bataan Tourism Park. Enjoy the serene music, sacred atmosphere, and the cool evening breeze as we come together in joy and gratitude. The event will take place tonight, December 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM, at Bataan Tourism Park, Roman Superhighway, City of Balanga.

See you there! 🎄❤️

14/12/2024

Celebrate Christmas at the Bataan Tourism Park! 🎄❤️

Join us tonight, December 14, at 6:00 PM for a live performance by CJ Duo, featuring Jaime S. Lacson and Clarisse L. Punzalan.

Enjoy the music, the festive atmosphere, and the best part—entrance to the park and the show are both FREE! See you there! 🎶✨

13/12/2024

Celebrate Christmas at the Bataan Tourism Park! 🎄❤️

Join us tonight, December 13, at 6:00 PM for an epic evening of music and holiday vibes with Mark DC and PigNu! Feel the rhythm, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and make this holiday season unforgettable.

The best part? The show and park entrance are absolutely FREE! Bring your friends and family—see you there! 🎶✨

13/12/2024

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

11/12/2024

Halina't balikan ang makulay at masayang selebrasyon ng Pawikan Festival noong ika-7 ng Disyembre, sa Pawikan Conservation Center, Nagbalayong, Morong! 🌊🐢

Muli, maraming salamat sa inyong walang sawang suporta! Sama-sama nating patuloy na pangalagaan ang mga pawikan at ang ating kalikasan!

10/12/2024

Have you been to the Bataan Tourism Park yet? Have you seen the stunning and interactive lights specially prepared for every Bataeño this holiday season? If not, don’t miss out! These dazzling displays are not just beautiful—they’re interactive, making them even more fun and perfect for capturing memories with your loved ones. 📸✨

Celebrate and feel the magic of Christmas at the Bataan Tourism Park—every moment here is worth a picture! And the best part? Entrance is free, so come and visit! 🎄❤️

10/12/2024

𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗭𝗔𝗔𝗥 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗔𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞

The Bataan Tourism Park came alive with the festive spirit during the Christmas Bazaar held from December 6 to 8, 2024. The event showcased the creativity and craftsmanship of Bataan’s talented local artisans and entrepreneurs, offering visitors unique holiday gifts and handmade crafts.

Leading the opening ceremony were Vice Governor Cris Garcia, Bataan Peninsula Tourism Council Foundation Inc. Chairperson Ms. Isabel Garcia, Mrs. Vicky Garcia, DTI Provincial Director Ms. Eileen Ocampo, and Ms. Sherrie Banzon Gonzalo.

A heartfelt thank you went out to the talented local artisans and vendors who showcased the best of Bataan’s creativity:

• Artsy and Classy
• Bataan Shell Craft Trading
• Bataan Tourism Service Cooperative
• ENZA CAFÉ
• G' Enterprise
• Hermosa Jars
• Kagitingan Project
• Khalimah Handicrafts & Souvenirs
• Mhersayan Design Studio & Merchandise
• Momshie Arts & Crafts Trading
• Red Journey Gear Bag
• Roumeer Plant Trading
• Tess Enterprise
• Walis (Aling Sonia)

The bazaar truly reflected the warmth and joy of the season while supporting homegrown talents and sustainable initiatives.

09/12/2024

The countdown is on—just 3 days to go until the much-awaited Philippine Experience: Central Luzon! 🌟

Our region offers a variety of key destinations that promise unforgettable adventures. Which of these incredible places are you most excited to explore? Is it the scenic landscapes, the vibrant local festivals, or the mouthwatering culinary delights? 🍲

We’d love to hear from you! Share your thoughts and let us know your favorite destinations in the comments below. Don’t forget to tag your travel buddies too! 🌏✨

09/12/2024

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗪𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗡 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗭 𝗕𝗘𝗘

The Pawikan Quiz Bee gathered young minds from across Bataan at Emiliana Hall, City of Balanga, on December 5, 2024, in celebration of the Pawikan Festival 2024. The event showcased the knowledge and environmental awareness of Junior and Senior High School students, who competed in three rounds: Easy (Ecosystem), Average (Marine Life), and Difficult (Pawikan).

For the 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 Category, 38 schools participated. After intense rounds, the winners were:

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Ms. Laiza Nicole C. Buensuceso with her coach, Ms. Riza Almario of Samal National High School
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Mr. Manuel Meeko D. Aromin with his coach, Ms. Edith Fajardo of Bataan National High School, City of Balanga
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Ms. Zxean Raj Afric P. Morales with her coach, Mr. Dionisio Cojeda of Morong National High School

In the 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 Category, 31 representatives competed, with a tie-breaking clincher round adding to the excitement. The winners were:

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Mr. Johann Gerik N. Abello with his coach, Mr. Delson C. Perez of Justice Emilio Angeles Gancayco Memorial High School
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Ms. Jenina M. De Guzman with her coach, Mr. Mark Angelo Austria of Bataan National High School
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Ms. Mikaela J. Comia with her coach, Ms. Hazel Mangahas of Jose C. Payumo Jr. Memorial High School, Mariveles

This initiative highlights the shared responsibility of protecting the environment and inspires hope for a sustainable future for our Pawikans. Congratulations to all the winners of the Pawikan Quiz Bee 2024!

06/12/2024

Tara na at sama-sama nating ipagdiwang ang Pawikan Festival 2024 bukas sa Pawikan Conservation Center, Brgy. Nagbalayong, Morong! 🐢

Mula sa makabuluhang aktibidad hanggang sa mga pagdiriwang na magpapakita ng pagmamalasakit sa ating kalikasan, siguradong puno ng kasiyahan at inspirasyon ang inyong araw!

Huwag palampasin ang pagkakataong maging bahagi ng adbokasiya para sa pangangalaga ng mga Pawikan.

See you there! 💚

06/12/2024

Celebrate the season of joy at Bataan Tourism Park with live performances to set the holiday vibe! 🎄

December 6, Friday – Notepad Acoustics
December 7, Saturday – DJ John
December 8, Sunday – Patrick Tarroza

All performances are FREE, and so is the entrance to the park!

Bring your loved ones, feel the magic of Christmas, and create unforgettable memories at the Bataan Tourism Park. See you there! 🎶❤️✨

05/12/2024

𝗣𝗔𝗪𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗡 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

Isang makulay at masayang gabi ang hatid ng Pawikan Festival 2024 Creative Dance Competition na ginanap kahapon, Disyembre 4, 2024, sa Bataan People’s Center, City of Balanga. Labing-isang bayan at isang siyudad mula sa lalawigan ng Bataan ang nagtagisan ng galing at pagkamalikhain upang ipakita ang pagmamalasakit sa kalikasan at Pawikan sa pamamagitan ng makasining na pagsayaw.

Ang mga kalahok ay nagpakitang-gilas at pinahayag ang kanilang suporta sa adbokasiya ng pangangalaga sa Pawikan at pagpapalaganap ng kamalayan tungkol dito.

Mula sa mga makapigil-hiningang performances, ang mga bayan ng Abucay, Bagac, at Dinalupihan ang napili bilang Top 3. Ang opisyal na pag-anunsyo ng magwawagi ay gaganapin sa Pawikan Festival sa darating na Disyembre 7, sa Pawikan Conservation Center, Brgy. Nagbalayong, Morong.

Ang kompetisyong ito ay patuloy na nagbibigay-inspirasyon hindi lamang upang ipagdiwang ang sining at kultura, kundi para rin paigtingin ang kamalayan sa pangangalaga ng ating kalikasan at mga Pawikan.

Abangan natin ang Pawikan Festival sa Morong sa Disyembre 7, at sama-sama nating suportahan ang adbokasiyang ito.

Together, let us Help Save the Pawikan!

05/12/2024

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗪𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗡 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗭 𝗕𝗘𝗘

As part of the Pawikan Festival celebration, the Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with DepEd-Bataan and the City of Balanga, successfully held the Pawikan Quiz Bee for the elementary level on December 4, 2024, at Emiliana Hall, City of Balanga, Bataan. With the theme “KaBATAAN: Kabalikat sa Pag-aalaga ng Pawikan,” the event gathered young participants from across the province to highlight their understanding of marine ecosystems and environmental conservation.

A total of 28 elementary schools competed in three rounds of varying difficulty: the Easy Round (Ecosystem), Average Round (Marine Life), and the Difficult Round (Pawikan).

The competition concluded with the following winners:

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Mr. Yohan Neoh J. Reyes, coached by Ms. Lesly B. Clavel from Arellano Elementary School, Municipality of Orion.
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Ms. Seal Sherene A. Omaoeng, coached by Ms. Paz Cielo R. Justo from Colo Elementary School, Municipality of Dinalupihan.
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲): Ms. Vianca D. Banzon, coached by Ms. Ethel Samson, representing Balanga Elementary School.

This activity serves as an educational platform to raise awareness about the vital role of Pawikans in maintaining marine biodiversity. It also inspires the younger generation to take part in the conservation efforts for these magnificent creatures.

Stay tuned for Day 2 of the Pawikan Quiz Bee, featuring junior and senior high school students competing for the top spots.

Together, let us Help Save the Pawikan!