LIPA HISTORY AND CULTURAL HERITAGE
Gregorio Aguilera y Solís was born in Lipa, Batangas on November 1, 1869, the only son of Don Gregorio Aguilera y Esguerra and Doña Maria Solís y Luz. His Spanish-Filipino … Continue reading Gregorio Aguilera Solís, an illustrious yet ever-modest Lipeño patriot
Dr. José Losada is a name that may have been forgotten by the Lipeños, but his legacy and the impact he made can still be retold to the new generation. … Continue reading Dr. José Aguilera Losada: Lipa’s first medical doctor and diplomat
Owning a santo—a religious image venerated in homes and processions—is a tradition introduced during the Spanish colonial period and remains a vital expression of faith in many Filipino Catholic communities … Continue reading Semana Santa in Lipa: badge of faith and prestige
After Lipa’s liberation from the Spanish forces on June 18, 1898, the town underwent a cultural renaissance. It was during this time of revolutionary fervor that the newspaper Columnas Volantes … Continue reading Columnas Volantes de la Federación Malaya: Lipa’s Contribution to Philippine Journalism
Sadly, Lipa only has a few monuments honoring its local heroes and illustrious individuals. One such monument was the historical marker and bust of Don Lauro Solis Dimayuga, which was … Continue reading The Fearless Batangueño: Lauro Solís Dimayuga
(Where the Coffee Plants Bloomed) Un Paseo por Lipa A Walk through Lipa He visitado la antigua Villa de Lipa, la de los ricos cafetales ya muertos, sin esperanza alguna … Continue reading Donde Florecieron los Cafetos…
The contributions of women in society are often overlooked or forgotten. It is essential to acknowledge women’s achievements and celebrate their contributions to history. The Lipeñas mentioned in this article … Continue reading Outstanding Lipeñas from the Past
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