Immerse yourself in Bohol's richCulturalheritage by visiting the majesticBaroque churchesthat stand as glorious testaments to Filipino faith. Marvel at the oldestBaclayon Church, with its fascinating history dating back to the 16th century. Admire the intricate interiors of the 19th-centuryDauis Church...
Traditional Medicine in the Colonial Philippines, 16th to the 19th CenturyAaron Abel Mallari
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Known among locals as the ‘Republic of Bohol’, this beautiful part of the Philippines attempted independence at the turn of the 19th century but didn’t quite manage it. Staying in Bohol is perfect for families with lots of activities both on and off the beaten track. Head into the Choco...
B) By the end of the 19th century, as the frontier vanished, the US had a mild panic attack. What would this energetic, enterprising country be without new lands to conquer? Some people, such as Teddy Roosevelt, decided to keep on conquering (Cuba, the Philippines, etc.), but ...
History of the Philippines, a survey of notable events and people in the history of the Philippines. The Philippines takes its name from Philip II, who was king of Spain during the Spanish colonization of the islands in the 16th century. Because it was u
History of the Philippines - World War II: Japanese aggression in China prompted much attention to military preparedness. Nearly one-fourth of the national budget was devoted to defense. Gen. Douglas MacArthur, retiring as army chief of staff in Washingt
whether that’s a master Cicerone (a beer sommelier) who can guide you through a tasting of Belgium’s finest brews, a Michelin-starred chef who will cook for you as you glide along Amsterdam’s canals in a plush 19th-century boat, or a renowned chocolatier who treats you to a workshop...
Khakis are cotton twill pants that came from British military uniform in 19th-century India –‘khaki’ is Persian for ‘dust’, from the color. Chinos are a version of khakis made in China (hence the name) for soldiers in the Philippines during the Spanish-American war. ...
Child sexual abuse is rampant in the Philippines, which activists say is partly driven by the country’s low age of consent – just 12 years old.