Magdalena River

"A Goddess Has Fallen"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Magdalena Laguna Philippines

Tamron F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical

HDR Imaging (3 photos)

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Mtones-   S- 1/125

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Magdalena was formerly a barrio of Majayjay, Laguna. A petition from the residents of the barrio for the creation of a new town was presented on September 15, 1819. It was proclaimed a new town by Governor General Don Mariano Fernández de Folgueras on January 18, 1820, and was originally named “Magdalena de Ambling”. The name was derived from its patron saint Maria Magdalena and the barrio of Ambling where it was established. The first Teniente Alcalde or Capitan (the highest political authority in a town) was Don Mauricio San Mateo.

Little China

"China to Manila Town Portal"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon EF50mm f/1.8 II

S- 1/200

A- f/4

iso- 800

"Just Plain Business"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon EF50mm f/1.8 II

S- 1/200

A- f/9

iso- 800

"Financial Heights"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon Canon EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

S- 1/300

A- f/4.0

iso- 800

"Fortune for a Cheap Price"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon EF50mm f/1.8 II

S- 1/300

A- f/2.8

iso- 800

"Work Work Work"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

S- 1/300

A- f/4.0

iso- 800

"Little China"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Binondo Manila Philippines

Monochrome

Canon EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

S- 1/200

A- f/9

iso- 800

Binondo is an enclave in Manila primarily populated by ethnic Chinese living in the Philippines. It is the oldest Chinatown in the world, established in 1594.

Are You Man Enough?

"Leap Of Faith no.1"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Nagcarlan Laguna Philippines

Tamron F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical

Sequence Shot 6fps (8 shots)

S- 1/200

A- f/18

iso- 800

In keeping with the richness of Tagalog culture, Bunga Falls is steeped in the tradition of the locals of Nagcarlan. It used to be a ‘test of manliness’ for boys to jump from the falls down the deep basin. Also, local folklore has it that there is a creature that dwells in the pool of Bunga Falls, snatching unsuspecting dayo (outsiders) into the deep waters. Other locals would swear that they have felt the hand tugging their feet down. Perhaps these tales were inspired by the depth of the pool, said to be around 10 meters. As long as you know how to swim, however, there is no reason not take advantage of the large catchbasin of this waterfall. One resident of Nagcarlan explains that the perception of “being pulled” may be explained by the sudden plunge of the catchbasin into a deep pool.

The Manila bay Sunset

"Greatest show that Manila has to Offer"

Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ SM Mall Of Asia
Canon EF-S55-250mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
S- 1/500
A- f/4.0
iso- 100

The Manila Bay Sunset is probably the best sunset I've ever seen and the great thing about it is it's free! you can watch it along Roxas Blvd. a.k.a "Baywalk" (for a Better view), at the H20 hotel (Manila Ocean Park) or at the SM Mall Of Asia, this is the place where lovers go and watch for the golden hour (5:30-6:00pm) romantic right? then afterwards go the Luneta and watch one of it's attractions the dancing fountains/lights and sound show that is also absolutely free so if your visiting Manila I would recommend you to go and watch the greatest show that Manila has to offer.

The Pasig City Hall

"My City's Progress"
Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan
Taken @ Pasig City Philippines

Panorama ( stitching 3 images)

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The Pasig City Hall

As a testament of Pasig City Mayor Robert C. Eusebio’s commitment to continuously innovate and improve the delivery of basic services to Pasiguenos, the city government of Pasig recently inaugurated its modern Pasig City Hall. The refurbished and modernized city hall aims to streamline the different offices and departments with emphasis on ease of access and convenience for the public that they serve. The new city hall floors were redesigned to maximize space to allow public servants to quickly facilitate requests and transactions while providing large open areas where the public can rest and wait in comfort assisted by courteous and ready-to-serve ushers. A new scenic elevator providing a panoramic view of the City Hall Complex overlooking the Pasig Mini Park, the Hall of Justice and the Tanghalang Pasigueno connect all floors. The highlight of the inauguration was the blessing of the new Pasig City Hall Communication, Command and Control Center (C3) which demonstrated its capability to remotely monitor and coordinate disaster response and rescue operations using state-of-the-art technology that provides real-time video streams transmitted from the field directly to the command center. With 165 CCTV cameras installed in critical areas in and around Pasig City and supported by BCEO Mobile Command Vans with CCTV cameras and radio link, Pasig C3 is and will be on top of any situation to provide Mayor Bobby with up to date assessments and actionable information. The new city hall was designed by Architect Jeff Isidro. The Comfac Global Group was tasked to turn the design into a reality, working on this fit-out for all floors, including the design and renovation of the Communication, Command and Control Center. The Comfac Global Group is currently working on the expansion of the City Hall.

Saint Mary Magdalene Church

"Looking Down at His House"
Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan
Taken @ Magdalena laguna Philippines
Tamron F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical

HDR Imaging

hlight     - s- 1/80

              a- f/22

              iso- 100

mtone    - s- 1/250

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shadow  - s- 1/500

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Saint Mary Magdalene Church

It was built during the Spanish Era, using "Polo" or forced labor. The church of Magdalena houses is an important relic. When Brains of the Katipunan, Emilio Jacinto, was mortally wounded after an encounter with Spanish forces at the Maimpis River on February 1898, he was brought here. The Emilio Jacinto Shrine is located in the Magdalena Church.The stone church is dedicated to Mary Magdalene, the church was built in 1829. It is made of stones and bricks and has a sandstone facade. The church is located at the town center or plaza, just across the municipal town hall of Magdalena. The shrine of Emilio Jacinto is also located at the Magdalene Church. The old baptistery is at the ground floor of the bell tower and a convent is also attached to the church near the Emilio Jacinto Shrine.

Pahiyas Festival!

"The Filipina Beauty"
Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Lucban Quezon Philippines

Canon EF-S55-250mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

s- 1/100

a- f/4.5

iso- 800

"The Filipina Beauty"
Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Lucban Quezon Philippines

Canon EF-S55-250mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

s- 1/100

a- f/4.5

iso- 800

"The Filipina Beauty"
Photo by: Cyrill Concepcion Intalan

Taken @ Lucban Quezon Philippines

Canon EF-S55-250mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

s- 1/100

a- f/4.5

iso- 800

Lucban Quezon:

Legend has it the town derives its name from the lucbán or pomelo tree. Three hunters from neighbouring Majayjay— named Marcos Tigla, Luis Gumba and Lucas Manawa— lost their way following the trail of some wild animals at the foot of Mount Banahaw. Resting under a tree, they saw a crow (uwák) in the tree’s branches, and believing this to be a bad omen, they moved to another place and rested again. Whilst in the shade of a large pomelo (lucbán) tree, the trio were attracted to a couple of kingfishers (salacsác) that were singing. Fascinated by the bird’s beautiful plumage and rhythmic chirps, the superstitious hunters took this a sign of good fortune and thus settled in the place they named “Lucbán.”