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| Maniwaya. Creating more jobs and improving local livelihood. |
The three House bills numbered 7022, 7023 and 7024
are specifically aimed to conserve and develop the Municipality of Sta. Cruz,
Torrijos White Beach and Station Balanacan, the Datum Origin of Luzon Datum of
1911, into ecotourism areas.
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| Original tower of Sta. Cruz Church built in 1714, the oldest in Marinduque |
Appearing before committee members, resource persons and
observers, Velasco endorsed these House measures by presenting a tourism video
which showcased the wonders and beauty of his province of Marinduque. The video
was able to highlight the unlimited potential of his province and this country
to become a top tourist destination.
Luzon Datum of 1911. Marinduque as center of the Philippines
Thereafter, the Committee on Tourism, led by Chairperson
Rep. Lucy Torres-Gomez, approved the bills. At a time when environmental protection
and conservation are at the forefront of global issues, these legislative
measures are very timely indeed, and are helpful reminders of the importance of
nature.
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| Kawakawa Falls in Brgy. Bangcuangan, Sta. Cruz. Photo: Lantaw |
These Ecotourism projects will certainly address the need to
observe sustainable development in the island-province and the protection of its eco-system.
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| Bagumbungan Cave in Brgy. San Isidro, Sta. Cruz, Marinduque |
