Let's Go to Antipolo City

Antipolo City is now the capital of the Province of Rizal (before, it was Pasig City). It's proximity to Metro Manila makes it easy for the people of the big metropolis to go to the city for many purposes - social, religious and other activities which can be enjoyed in Antipolo.

It is in the Antipolo Church, under the Diocese of Antipolo, where the Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage is enshrined. Every Good Friday and May 1 of each year, people from different provinces flock to the church for their annual pilgrimage in honor of the Virgin Mary. The church is also one of the favorites for new car owners to have their vehicles blessed.

With its accessibility and good mountain roads, Antipolo is really easy to go to. From Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon, you may reach the city through Sumulong Highway or from Ortigas Avenue. Newly-repaired roads and highways make it a breeze traveling to Antipolo.

In the years past, when you visit Antipolo, it means that you will also go to its famous tourist attraction - the Hinulugang Taktak falls. Pilgrims go to the famous falls after their church duties. Nowadays, there are other Antipolo attractions that should be visited like the Pinto Art Museum.

Many resorts and restaurants have also made Antipolo their place of business. Whether it be in the highway or in remote areas in the city, Antipolo offers a lot to its guests. Modern amenities as well as sumptuous food are but ordinary in the city now.

The building of malls are apparent in a developing city. Robinsons and SM have built their respective shopping centers to the pleasure of the public. Not to be outdone, its public market was upscaled to make the shopper's marketing experience a notch higher.

Educational centers have also opened to accommodate the learning needs of the youth of Antipolo. Even students from Metro Manila and neighboring provinces have made the city their center for schooling. With the ambience conducive to pure concentration, it is of no wonder that their schools, colleges and universities have high enrollment.

For those who also go for leisure, Antipolo is it. It is a much sought-after golfing venue - having many golf clubs. Its hills are also conducive for a coffee chit-chat with friends who would want to appreciate the skyline of Metro Manila especially on a clear night.

With the many things that you can do in Antipolo City, it's worth the trek. After this pandemic, a visit to the city will take your wearies away. There are lots of things to see, do, visit and eat in Antipolo.

Let's go to Antipolo City! In Filipino parlance...TAYO NA SA ANTIPOLO!

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