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The facade of the Taal Basilica, the Minor Basilica of St Martin of Tours (the Patron Saint of Taal), Taal City, Batangas, Philippines (Apr 2018): though originally founded in the 1570s by the Augustinians, the church has been re-built or restored several times following eruptions of the Taal Volcano and earthquakes.
Inside the Taal Basilica, the Minor Basilica of St Martin of Tours (the Patron Saint of Taal), Taal City, Batangas, Philippines (Apr 2018).
This Basilica was built in 1575 by Fr.  Diego Espina.  It was destroyed by volcanic eruption in 1754. Was rebuilt in 1755 to be again destroyed by an 1849 earthquake.  Rebuilt in 1856 and knowned to be the biggest church in the East.  

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Paradores Del Castillo

Paradores Del Castillo

3 out of 5
28 Calle Dr. H. del Castillo Taal Batangas
The price is £74 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
£74
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Taal Heritage Village is located nearby.
Paradores Del Castillo
Wind Residences by SMCo

Wind Residences by SMCo

2.5 out of 5
SMDC Tower 4 unit 308 Tagaytay Cavite
Stay at this aparthotel in Tagaytay. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Summit Ridge Promenade and Sky ...
6/10 (150 reviews)
Theres no wifi. At all. Like it doesnt exist. Every single thing in the room is broke. The doors, chairs, table, shower, air. Everything. Its all broken. Host is rude. Communication is terrible. Room is terrible and dirty. Dont stay here.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Wind Residences by SMCo
The Farm at San Benito

The Farm at San Benito

5 out of 5
119 Barangay Tipakan Lipa Batangas
The price is £264 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£264
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Lipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club and Casa de ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (143 reviews)
Awesome stay at The Farm

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Farm at San Benito
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Wind Residences by SMCo

Wind Residences by SMCo

2.5 out of 5
SMDC Tower 4 unit 308 Tagaytay Cavite
Stay at this aparthotel in Tagaytay. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Summit Ridge Promenade and Sky ...
6/10 (150 reviews)
Theres no wifi. At all. Like it doesnt exist. Every single thing in the room is broke. The doors, chairs, table, shower, air. Everything. Its all broken. Host is rude. Communication is terrible. Room is terrible and dirty. Dont stay here.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Wind Residences by SMCo
Kasa Silang by Araw Residences

Kasa Silang by Araw Residences

3.5 out of 5
9044 Cortez St. Sitio Apyad, Brgy Bucal Silang Cavite
Stay at this villa in Silang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Orlina Museum and Our Lady of Manaoag at Tierra de Maria ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Friendly staff. Big common areas and kitchen.

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Kasa Silang by Araw Residences
Charming Tagaytay Vacation Home

Charming Tagaytay Vacation Home

3 out of 5
Jesus Street cor Dechosa Street Tagaytay
Stay at this holiday home in Tagaytay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Our Lady Of Lourdes Parish and Ayala Malls Serin are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
The amenities need to be uppdated

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Charming Tagaytay Vacation Home
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