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 The city of flowersJan 09, 2008 | big brother Zamboanga City is known as the city of flowers because of the variety of flowers that is local to the place. It is also branded as Asia’s Latin City. It is home to three universities namely, Ateneo de Zamboanga University, Western Mindanao State University and Universidad de Zamboanga. This city is said to be one of the oldest cities in the country. The Spanish influence in the city is very much seen. Its dialect is Chavacano, a mixture of Spanish and other local dialects. The first place to visit in Zamboanga City is Pasonanca Park. This is the city’s main tourist attraction. With trees, an aviary, a butterfly garden, and around 600 varieties of orchid could be seen in this park. The number of orchid varieties makes Zamboanga the flower city of the south. A tree house could be found within the park. The tree house can be used for free. Just get the permission from the city mayor. Abong abong is far up the mountain from Pasonanca. The view from the cross on top of the hill is such a wonderful sight. Zamboanga is blessed with beautiful beaches. Off the mainland coast is the famous Santa Cruz Island. It is known for its rare pink coral sands. The island is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs. At its prime, it could be said to be the most beautiful beach in the country. Santa Cruz Island is not the only island under the city’s jurisdiction. A total of 28 islands are in its area. These islands are Camugan Island, Gatusan Island, Great Santa Cruz Island, Kablingan Island, Lambang Island, Lamunigan Island, Lapinigan Island, Little Malanipa Island, Little Santa Cruz Island, Malanipa Island, Panganaban Island, Pangapuyan Island, Pitas Island, Sacol Island, Salangan Island, Sinunug Island, Taguiti Island, Tictabon Island, Tigburacao Island, Tumalutap Island, Vilan Vilan Island, Visa Island and Vitali Island. Fishermen and their families inhabit most of these islands. Some are isolated and only visited by fishermen and divers. The water surrounding these islands has a healthy marine ecosystem. Plaza Pershing is named after the first American governor of Zamboanga City. It was originally named Plaze de Juan Salcedo but was renamed to Plaze Pershing to recognize General Pershing achievements in making Zamboanga what it is today. General Pershing is the brain behind the early city planning and zoning. He developed most of the city features including Pasonanca Park. The city’s nightlife is alive. With clubs that are open nightly, the city’s night owls have a lively night scene and could dance the night away. And with restaurants and cafes to cater to everyone’s taste, Zamboanga is a place to go and indulge your gastronomic desire. Don’t forget to order fresh seafood. A visit to Zamboanga City is not complete without going to Fort Pilar. It is a Catholic shrine built in a former Spanish garrison. Inside the Fort is a national museum. It was built in 1635 to ward off invaders from the sea. The Lady of the Pillar is the city’s patron saint. A statue of the Lady could be found prominently displayed at the east wall of the fort. Masses are held there every Sunday. COMMENTS |
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