12 places to discover
Aloha Falls is a forest waterfall located in Barangay General Luna, Carranglan, the northernmost municipality of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Set within a forested and hilly landscape near the Pantabangan-Carranglan area, it features a cascade flowing into a shallow natural pool surrounded by rocks and vegetation. The falls is known as a local eco-tourism spot offering a cool, natural swimming area and a short trek through rural terrain to reach the site.
The Minor Basilica of La Virgen Divina Pastora, also known as Gapan Church, is a Roman Catholic basilica and national shrine located in Barangay San Vicente, Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Established as a parish in 1595 and rebuilt in its present Baroque form in the 19th century, it enshrines the revered image of La Virgen Divina Pastora. Declared a National Shrine in 1986 and a Minor Basilica in 2024, it is a major pilgrimage center in Central Luzon.
Camp Pangatian Memorial Shrine is a World War II memorial located in Barangay Pangatian, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It marks the site of the former Japanese prisoner-of-war camp where the Raid at Cabanatuan took place on January 30, 1945. The shrine honors Allied prisoners of war and the combined U.S. Army Rangers and Filipino guerrillas who carried out the rescue. It features memorial markers, a pylon and landscaped grounds.
Dupinga River is a clear freshwater river located in Barangay Malinao, Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija, at the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range. Known for its cool, shallow waters, rocky riverbed and tree-lined banks, it serves as a popular local swimming and picnic destination. The site features rented cottages and open areas along the river, offering a natural, accessible getaway near Gabaldon town proper.
Farm Villaronte is a private farm resort and agritourism leisure farm located in Barangay San Francisco, San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Set in a rural agricultural landscape, it functions as a farm stay, event venue and day-tour destination with open fields, farm plots, swimming pools and cottages. It is notable locally as a family-friendly countryside retreat offering farm experiences, outdoor recreation and venue rental within the rice-growing plains of central Nueva Ecija.
Gabaldon Falls is a waterfall attraction along the Dupinga River in Barangay Dupinga, Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija, at the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range. It features a wide cascade flowing into a shallow natural basin used for swimming and wading. Surrounded by forest and river boulders, it is a popular day-trip destination for local visitors seeking a natural swimming area, picnic grounds, and easy access from Gabaldon town proper.
The General Luna Monument in Plaza Lucero, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, commemorates General Antonio Luna, who was assassinated at this site on June 5, 1899. Located in the historic town center, the monument features a bronze statue of Luna atop a pedestal with a historical marker. It marks the former convent and headquarters where the event occurred and serves as a key historical landmark honoring the Philippine-American War general.
Lumang Gapan is a heritage district located in Barangay San Vicente, Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It preserves a cluster of ancestral houses dating from the late Spanish and early American colonial periods. Known as the 'Little Vigan' of Nueva Ecija, the area features well-preserved wooden and stone houses, narrow streets, and historic structures. It is recognized as a heritage zone showcasing traditional Filipino architecture and the city's history as the oldest town in Nueva Ecija.
Minalungao National Park is a 2,018-hectare protected area in Barangay Pias, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, centered on the Peñaranda River gorge. Established in 1967, it is known for its 16-meter-high limestone walls, clear river waters, cave systems, and forested surroundings. The park serves as a major eco-tourism destination in Central Luzon, offering river-based activities, scenic viewpoints, and natural rock formations within a conserved landscape.
Mount 387, also known as Batong Amat, is a hiking mountain in Barangay Puncan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, part of the Caraballo Mountain Range. Standing at 387 meters above sea level, it is known for its open grassy slopes, scattered pine trees, and panoramic views of surrounding mountains and valleys. Popular as a beginner-friendly day hike, it offers a well-established trail, sunrise viewpoints, and community-based tourism managed by local guides.
Pantabangan Dam is a large earth-fill embankment dam on the Pampanga River in Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. Completed in 1977, it impounds Pantabangan Lake, one of the largest reservoirs in Southeast Asia. Built for irrigation, hydroelectric power generation and flood control, it supplies water to extensive farmlands in Nueva Ecija and neighboring provinces. The dam and lake are notable for scenic views, engineering scale and seasonal emergence of the submerged old town ruins.
Tayabo Nature Park is a local government-managed nature park in Barangay Tayabo, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Situated on the outskirts of the city near forested foothills, it serves as an eco-tourism and recreation site for residents and visitors. The park is known for its spring-fed swimming pools, cottages, picnic grounds and tree-covered surroundings, offering a quiet natural setting for day visits and family gatherings.