Cavite City Description

Cavite City occupies a hook shaped peninsula projecting out into Manila Bay. Evident in the city’s shape, the province’s name was derived from the Tagalog word “kawit” which means hook.

Cavite City has been a birthplace to some of the national heroes like Emilio Aguinaldo. Also, the Corregidor Island gained international fame as the site of the valiant, last ditch stand of the Filipino-American forces against the Japanese invaders in 1942. The fortress island is now a major tourist attraction, as the buildings, tunnels, gun emplacements and other structures remain well-preserved.

There are more to expect on Cavite City because the historical attractions of Cavite City is one of the phenomenal things you can find here. Cavite City is filled with historical events seen in locations and museums. Read along to find out more about what to see in Cavite City.

Cavite City Attraction

The Aguinaldo Shrine and Museum in Kawit is where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed on June 12, 1898 by General Aguinaldo, the Philippines’ first president.

The Andres Bonifacio House in General Trias is the former home of the country’s revolutionary leader. The site of his court martial in Maragondon is also preserved. Other historical sites include the Battle of Alapan and Battle of Julian Bridge Markers, the House of Tirona, and Fort San Felipe.

Cavite features religious landmarks that reflect the province’s devotion to the people’s beliefs. The main churches of the province are the Imus Cathedral, Silang, General Trias and Maragondon Catholic Churches. The Shrines of Our Lady of La Salette, Silang, and St. Anne, Tagaytay, also attract pilgrims.

The picturesque natural wonders are mostly found in the upland areas such as Tagaytay Ridge, Macabag Cave in Maragondon, Balite Falls in Amadeo, Malibiclibic Falls in General Aguinaldo-Magallanes Boarder, Mts. Palay-Palay and Mataas na Gulod National Park in Ternate and Maragondon, Sitio Buhay Unclassified Forest in Magallanes and flowers, vegetables and coffee farms.

Cavite City Location

Cavite City lies 35 kilometers southwest from Manila by road. It borders the municipality of Noveleta to the south. The peninsula encloses Bacoor Bay to the southeast and Cañacao Bay to the northeast, both small parts of Manila Bay. The Sangley Point Naval Base is part of the city and occupies the northernmost portion of the peninsula. This used to be an American military naval base and has since been converted into a special Philippine military base.

Cavite City Hotels and Resorts

Mount Sea Grand Resort is approximately 28kms. away or a one-hour drive away from Manila and 45 minutes away from the NAIA airport. No need to worry if you’re thinking of emergency cases, it is only 10 minutes away from the nearest hospital. this is one of the best of the resorts at Cavite City and you can enjoy the stay for 4,700 pesos for a night in one room. And complete meals come in package.

Microtel Inn and Suites Eagle Ridge is a 57-room hotel situated in the flourishing town of Gen. Trias, Cavite which features four championship golf courses designed to provide enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy an international-caliber golfing venue. Nearby are the Gateway Business Park/Special Economic Zone and the First Cavite Industrial Estate.

Caylabne Bay Resort is one of the Philippines’ most promising resort-hotel which is just 90 minutes from Manila. It has a panoramic view of pristine beaches and virgin forests. Treat yourself to the best of Asia in this Spanish Mediterranean-themed hideaway set in a secluded cove along the rugged coast of Ternate, Cavite.