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San Fernando City, Pampanga in Philippines, the capital city of Pampanga and the regional capital of Central Luzon, is popularly known as the "Christmas Capital of the Philippines". The city is named after Fernando VI and placed under the patronage of San Fernando III, King of Castile and Leon in Spain. Popular Destinations in San Fernando City, Pampanga The tourism industry of San Fernando City, Pampanga in Philippines is fueled by two major events- the annual Good Friday Lenten rites and the Giant Lantern Festival in December. Both events draw thousands of tourists from around the country and the world. Some other popular destinations at San Fernando City, Pampanga in Philippines include: - WOW Philippines Hilaga: Formerly known as the Paskuhan Village, it is located at the mouth of the San Fernando Toll Exit along the North Luzon Expressway. - Archdiocesian Museum and Archives: it houses antiques and exquisite works of art depicting Pampanga’s rich cultural heritage. - Cathedral of San Fernando - is the seat of the Archdiocese of San Fernando, Pampanga. It is presently known as the Metropolitan Cathedral. - Church of San Vicente Ferrer (Barangay Calulut) – heavily damaged by renovations, houses the famous parish feasts. - The City of San Fernando Heritage District: it covers the historic core of San Fernando, including Barangay Santo Rosario and parts of Barangays San Jose (Panlumacan), Santa Teresita (Baritan), Lourdes (Teopaco), Del Pilar, Santa Lucia and Santo Niño. - The Heritage Houses: it comprises of the Hizon-Singian House, Henson-Hizon House, Lazatin House, Dayrit-Cuyugan House, Consunji House, Tabacalera House, Hizon-Ocampo House, Santos-Hizon House, Pampanga Hotel, and Archdiocesan Chancery. Apart from these attractions, San Fernando City, Pampanga in Philippines is the home to many historic government buildings, schools, hospitals, industrial structures and sites. Other noteworthy popular destinations in San Fernando City, Pampanga in Philippines are the commercial structures that include: The Arcaded Shop Buildings of Consunji Street
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