Cavite, Province in southern Manila Bay, Philippines.
Cavite is a province within Calabarzon region on the southern shore of Manila Bay, blending urban centers with rural areas. The coastline alternates between residential districts and fishing villages, while inland areas roll through gentle hills and rice paddies.
The province became a military base and trading port under Spanish colonial rule, remaining under direct Spanish control for three centuries. Later it served as an organizing ground for the Philippine resistance, leading to the independence declaration of 1898.
The name Cavite comes from the Spanish word for small cave, referring to limestone formations along the original coastline that shaped early settlement patterns. Today families gather along waterfront promenades in the evening, while fishing boats still dock in traditional harbors throughout coastal communities.
Exploring the entire province requires several days, as distances between coastal areas and inland towns can be considerable. Public transport connects larger municipalities, but reaching smaller villages often means arranging private vehicles or local rides.
Off the coast lies the small island of Corregidor, now open as an outdoor museum with preserved fortifications from World War II. Visitors reach the island by ferry and walk through tunnels and old gun emplacements that recall strategic sea battles.
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