QUEZON

QUEZON WORDS

100

scooping out of water or other liquids.

kadlo

200

• Dalawa o higit pang bagay na magkapatong,
• 2 or more layers

Suson, magkasuson

300

• pagtulungang buhatin ng dalawa o higit pang tao ang isang bagay na mabigat
• 2 or more person spend force to carry something

Usong

400

SAMBALILO

Sumbrero

500

LUMUPAGI

umupo sa sahig

FOODS/FESTIVAL

100

What food is lucban known for?

pancit habhab, longganisa.

300

What are the specialties of lucena?

• Kakanins (budin, suman, puto, sinukmani, tikoy, pitsi-pitsi, sapin-sapin, and tikoy)
• Bread and Pastries (biscocho, pinagong, apas, kalibkib, uraro, pastillas de leche, etc.)
• Assorted cookies, souvenir shirts, native bayongs and sandals, and many more!

500

A combination of the words "niyog" and "yugyog"—showcases not only the heritage and culture of Quezon but also the province's main source of livelihood – coconut.(Festival in Quezon)

 Niyogyugan Festival

PLACES/RESORT

100

Capital City of Quezon Province

Lucena

300

One of the most prominent Quezon Province resorts. This name is derived from the Filipino way of eating seafood dishes using bare hands.  

Kamayan sa Palaisdaan

500

Celebrated to give thanks to the patron saint of farmers, San Isidro Labrador for their bountiful harvest. During this occasion every May 15, the houses transform into colorful abodes using their harvests and the popular kipings.

Pahiyas Festival

TRIVIA

100

What is Quezon Province known for? (product, crops)

Rich in coconut plantations and rice farms

300

How many towns are in Quezon Province?

39 Municipalities

500

Who discovered Tayabas in 1570?

Juan de Salcedo

The province formerly known as Tayabas was explored by the Spaniards in 1571 and 1572 when Juan de Salcedo visited and explored upon the order of the first Spanish Governor-General of the Philippines.