Wawa Dam - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Wawa Dam

A huge gravity dam which was located in the heart of the Philippines which was constructed over the Marikina River. It used to be the only source of water for Manila until Angat Dam was built and Wawa was abandoned in 1968.

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Pamitinan Cave

Pamitinan Cave

0.47km from Wawa Dam

Pamitinan Cave is where Andres Bonifacio and seven katipuneros made their pilgrimage and covenant for freedom during the April Holy Week in 1895, a year before the outbreak of the Philippine Revolution, the first revolution in Asia. It is also known as the Cave of Bernando Carpio. It is just the numerous cave with spectacular rock formation form the majestic limestone crags of the Montalban Gorge. It is declared as a National Geological Monument .

Avilon Zoo

Avilon Zoo

4.69km from Wawa Dam

Avilon Zoo is a 7.5-hectare zoo located in Barrio San Isidro, Rodriguez, Rizal, Philippines. It is operated by the Avilon Wildlife Conservation Foundation, which also operates the Ark Avilon Zoo. It is currently the largest zoological institution in the Philippines in terms of land area and collection of animals.

La Mesa Nature Reserve

La Mesa Nature Reserve

11.99km from Wawa Dam

La Mesa Nature Reserve is called the lungs of Metro Manila because it absorbs around 3% of the total carbon emission of the metropolis. The reserve is home to La Mesa Dam, Metro Manila’s main source of drinking water. It offers activities such as trekking, trail running, mountain biking , birdwatching, tree walking , and tree planting and so more.

La Mesa Ecopark

La Mesa Ecopark

12.9km from Wawa Dam

La Mesa Ecopark is a wild jungle carved into a forested recreation park in 2004. Inside, the park features towering trees, botanical gardens, camping grounds, educational facilities, and several sports activities. It is open for walking, running, birdwatching, and for other activities.

St James Memorial Chapel

St James Memorial Chapel

13.62km from Wawa Dam

St. James Memorial Chapel, located in Howe, Indiana, is a historic chapel known for its beautiful architecture and rich history. Built-in 1925 by architect E. Thomas Thacker, this quaint chapel was constructed with elements reminiscent of English Gothic architecture, featuring intricate stonework and stunning stained glass windows.

Balara Filters Park

Balara Filters Park

14.55km from Wawa Dam

The Balara Filters Park is a 60-hectare park located in the Diliman village of Pansol in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines, adjacent to the University of the Philippines Diliman main campus. It is bounded by Katipunan Avenue on the west, Capitol Hills Golf and Country Club on the north, and the upscale, gated village of La Vista along its south and east.

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Quezon City

Quezon City

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Quezon City also known as is a highly urbanized city and the most populous city in the Philippines. It was founded by and named after Manuel L. Quezon, the 2nd President of the Philippines.

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