Looking Back into Philippine History at Corregidor Island

I thought Corregidor Island have always been a part of Bataan. Apparently, it used to be part of Cavite, but because of its affinity to Bataan, it was then made part of the latter.

I, along with other co-workers, got sent to the island to cover this year's commemoration of the Jabidah Massacre. More than anythings else, I was really thrilled to be the designated photographer. (Heh, pagbigyan.)

The island is two hours away from the metro. There are cruise ships travelling to the island from Manila Bay. I'm not used to travelling via water, and I felt sick on the way. It was also partly because I chose to go drinking 'til late the night before. I don't know what goes on in my mind anymore.

Here are some snapshots from our quick working tour in the historic island:

Arriving at the island, we were greeted by the drivers of these tranvias that will take us around the place. A very good touch to the history tour offered by the island.

First stop would be a park dedicated for those who fought during the World War II, and for the Philippine Revolution.

Unlike the other stone markers stating a brief of revolutions that happened in different parts of the country, this one doesn't have an end date.

I actually thought that man on the bike was also a statue, before he moved to be in the position he's in in this photo. Kakulay, eh.

The island is covered in rich greens and its wildlife is thriving. Okay mag-bird watching dito.

According to our tour guide, this one here is one of the largest barracks of the US military. The ruins are still intact because 'matibay yung materials na galing Japan.' Yep, before they were at war, US and Japan were good friends.

These were the guns they used.

An open bomb crater. Pinoy Godzilla could be hiding inside.

I walked the streets of San Francisco

I've tried the rides in Disneyland

Dated a million girls in Sydney

The lighthouse.

Much of the facilities in the island are solar-powered.

BAD NEWS. The waters of Corregidor were beautifully bluish green, but it wasn't spared by the garbage-throwing animals. The waters boast a diverse marine life. Let's not destroy it.