#Philippine Coast Guard

Provinces

Gorda Point Lighthouse: History and Maritime Significance

Historic lighthouse in Romblon guiding ships through the Romblon Pass.

Provinces

Batag Island Lighthouse: History, Engineering and Maritime Significance

Historic American-era lighthouse in Northern Samar marking the San Bernardino Strait entrance.

Rivers & Lakes

Isla de Convalecencia: River Island and Hospicio de San José

Small river island in Pasig River, Manila, home to Hospicio de San José and Philippine Coast Guard detachment.

Beaches & Islands

Balintang Channel: Geography and Maritime Incidents

The Balintang Channel separates the Batanes and Babuyan island groups in the Philippines, notable for a 1944 naval battle and a 2013 fishing...