Luisiana is a highland town in the province of Laguna in the Philippines. It is known for its cool weather, natural attractions and camp sites, earning it the title of "Little Baguio of Laguna".
Understand
[edit]Luisiana was founded in the 17th century as a barrio called "Nasunog" (burned in Filipino). Throughout the colonial era, it frequently alternated from being an independent town to being a barrio of either Majayjay or Cavinti due to its secluded location in the Sierra Madre before finally attaining permanent municipal status in 1907. Its isolation also left Luisiana vulnerable to banditry, World War II guerrillas and communist insurgents throughout the 20th century.
Luisiana's current name stems from its founder, Luis Bernardo, and his wife, Ana, whose first names form a portmanteau.
Get in
[edit]Luisiana lies along Route 603 from Lucena in Quezon Province and ending at Pagsanjan. Most travelers from Manila travel via Pagsanjan, after which a winding, two-lane forested road ascends to Luisiana via Cavinti.
There are no direct public transportation links with Manila. Instead, travelers take buses to Santa Cruz and then switch to jeepneys heading either to Luisiana or Lucban in Quezon. An alternate route is through infrequent jeepneys running from Majayjay.
Get around
[edit]Tricycles are the main form of public transportation.
See
[edit]- 1 Hulugan Falls, San Salvador. A 70 metres (230 ft) cascade.
- 2 Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish (Luisiana Church), Fabricante corner Estrellado Streets, Zone I. The main Roman Catholic church in Luisiana, built in a Baroque style during the Spanish era.
- 3 Aliw Falls, San Salvador. A 25 metres (82 ft) cascade. ₱150.
Do
[edit]Buy
[edit]- 1 Luisiana Public Market, Ibanez Street, Zone III.
Eat
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[edit]Go next
[edit]| Pagsanjan ← Cavinti ← | N .svg){kind=small} S
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→ Lucban → Tayabas |