Batangas, an unassuming province in Southern Tagalog Region, is akin to Taal Lake and Volcano. The two wonderful natural tourist attractions have brought so much pride for the province that they will be forever attached to its name. But Batangas, which is only between two and three hours drive from Manila, has a lot to offer to discerning travelers other than Taal Lake and Volcano.
Covering an area of 3,119.72 square kilometers, Batangas is bordered by the provinces of Cavite and Laguna to the north and Quezon to the east. The province