Nayong Philipino transferred from a now mothballed building near NAIA Terminal 2 to Clark Field,

Pampanga since November 2007. It now occupies the south to the southeastern portion of the Clark
Expo (formerly Expo Filipino), the Philippine National Centennial Exposition and centerpiece for the
commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Philippine Independence, featuring an amphitheater-type
mega tent that can seat 35,000 people.

The organization that ran the theme park in Pasay, the Nayong Pilipino Foundation was established
through Presidential Decree 37[1] which was issued by then-President Ferdinand Marcos on November
6, 1972.[2] The theme park itself, besides the Manila International Airport (now Ninoy Aquino
International Airport) was opened in 1970.[3] The theme park proper covered an area of 22.3 hectares
(55 acres) while the whole property associated with the facility measures 45.9 hectares (113 acres).[1]

The theme park was closed in 2002, after a taxiway and service road was built on 9 hectares (22 acres)
of the facility for the Terminals 2 and 3 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.[1] The Tagalog Region,
MIndanao Pavilion, Bohol area, and select Visayan sites such as the Magellan Cross were demolished.[4]

Nayong Pilipino briefly opened again on December 12, 2004 after a ₱600 thousand clearing and
renovation works. By this time among the attractions that still exists were the Bicol, Cordilleras, Ilocos
regions, an aviary, a children's playground, a picnic area and some lagoons. The reopening was done in
line with the Christmas season.[4] The park was later closed again but a Nayong Pilipino theme park was
later opened at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga.[5] The closure of the park was also deemed
proper so as to avoid birdstrikes due to trees in the area.[citation needed]

The Manila International Airport Authority planned in 2012 to use the Nayong Pilipino property to
expand the airport's cargo facility.[1]

A CULTURAL TIME MACHINE FOR THE PHILIPPINES

Are you looking for a cultural and historic tour of the Philippines all without traveling throughout the entire country?
Then you need look no further and you should visit Nayong Pilipino for a taste of everything Philippines. Here you’ll
find a unique Filipino village, otherwise called Nayong Pilipino, contained within a 45 acre amusement/theme park
type environment.

This park is essentially a representation in a miniature-version of the diverse Philippines and its culture, all in one
place. This recreational/leisure/history-learning facility is divided into numerous geographically-sectionalized
display areas. Here you’ll find representations of regions such as Cordillera Central, Ilocos, Tagalog, Bicol, Visayas,
and Mindanao and so forth.

Each region represented contains a typical residential building, landmark-structure and/or representation of Pilipino
geography including characteristic landscape indicative of the specific regions. For example, the Cebu Region has
the famous Bohol’s Chocolate Hills while one of the examples for the Visayas Region is a replica of the historic
Magellan’s Cross.
Some of the Philippines famous hero’s and political figures residences are also featured in this very unique facility.
Visiting these structures is like taking a trip in a time-machine to another perspective of place and time in
Philippine history.

A SPANISH-INSPIRED COLONIAL PLAZA AREA

The central part of Nayong is where you’ll find the realistic, old-Spanish-styled, Colonial Plaza area complete with
cobblestone pathways and other authentic replicas of historic Philippine structures such as the Barasoain Church
where a mass is actually held every Sunday. The Colonial Plaza is modeled after promenade centers similar to the
parks in the Vigan region with an authentic gazebo structure and more. This is reminiscent of the architecture of
the Northern Luzon area of Vigan that has the honor of owning the oldest surviving old-Spanish architecture in the
Philippines. Antique churches, official buildings, and residences, cobbled narrow streets, and horse-drawn carriages
may all be found in this interesting bit of Filipino/Spanish nostalgia.

MALAKAS AND MAGANDA

As children Filipinos, are told the story of Malaka and Maganda? This is old Pilipino folklore dating back to the origin
of the Filipino people and passed on through generations. It portrays the native people’s legend of how man and
woman came into existence. This legend is explored, displayed and depicted with characters and native
surrounding at the park.

BARASOAIN CHURCH

The term "Barasoain" was derived from the Filipino word "baras ng suwail", which means "dungeon of the defiant".
As the place where Filipinos would congregate who were defiantly in opposition to the laws the conquerors of the
Philippine brought to the country. Originally named after a historic church in Navarra, Spain, many historic events
and revolutionary movements occurred at the original Barasoain church in Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines. This
beautiful structure recreates this historic church in its entire splendor.

IFUGAO VILLAGE
Ifugao is a province of the Northern Philippines of Luzon consisting of mountainous, rugged terrain, dramatic river
valleys, and wonderfully, lush-green forests. The world-famous Banaue Rice Terraces are the main tourist
attraction in the province and replicated at Nayong Filipino. The original terraces were an ingenious innovation by
local Ifugao natives over 2000-years ago. These terraces were carved into the mountains without any machinery,
providing level-steps where the farmers of the area could plant rice on plateaus, in an otherwise slopped region
that doesn’t allow for proper irrigation of the crop. In this section of the park, you will also find an authentic Ifugao
Village featuring typical Ifugao houses.

KALINGA VILLAGE

Kalinga is a landlocked province in the north section of the Cordillera Region. The name Kalinga is derived from the
Ibang and Gaddang "Kalinga" which means “headhunters.” In years past, headhunting was considered noble and it
symbolizes bravery amongst men. In this beautifully remote region, tourist sights include marvelous waterfalls, hot
springs, rice terraces and subterranean rivers. Nayong Pilipino-Clark allows individuals to take a peek into the rich
Kalingan way of life, their structures, history and terrain.

DR. JOSE RIZAL'S HOUSE

Learn of this history and see a replication of the original house of Dr. Jose Rizal at Nayong Philipino complete with
furnishings from the period. This man was a Filipino of great and varied learning. He was a true nationalist, and
during the Spanish colonial era was one of the most well-known supporters for transformation of from Spanish rule
in the Philippines. He always promoted peaceful means of revolution rather than forceful measures. Two novels
written by Rizal exposed the cruelties of the Spanish colonizers in the Philippines. These books were titled: Noli Ne
Tangere and El Filibusterismo. The Spaniards were concerned that his propaganda would insight the Filipino people
to revolt. So he was sentenced in a mock trail on December 30, 1896 and shot by firing squad at Bagumbayan,
now Luneta Park or Rizal Park in the Manila area. This made him a martyr and a catalyst of the Philippine
Revolution which was later led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Aguinaldo. He is considered a national hero and the
anniversary of Rizal's death is celebrated as a national holiday in the Philippines.
EMILIO AGUINALDO'S HOUSE

Learn the history of this great Filipino leader and view a replica of his house along with appointments and
furnishings, characteristic of the day. Aguinaldo was considered to be the first president of the Philippines, also the
youngest president of the country. He was a Filipino general and fought for independence. He was crucial to the
struggle for Philippine independence during the Philippine Revolution against Spain and fought against the
Americans and initially opposed American occupation of the Philippines. At a later date, he eventually pledged his
allegiance to the United States government
APOLINARIO MABINI'S HOUSE

Read details of this former Filipino leader and view an authentic recreation of Mabini’s house, complete with period
furnishings and decorations. As a Filipino who maintained the position as the first prime minister of the Republic in
1899 Mabini was crucial in the fight for Philippine independence. He was a prolific writer, a doctrinaire who wrote
the constitution for the first Philippine republic of 1899-1901. He was born in Talaga, Tanauan City, Batangas of
poor parents. In 1896 he contracted an illness that led to the paralysis of his lower limbs. As a member of Rizal's
La Liga Filipina group, he worked secretly for reforms against the Spanish. In 1896 he was suspected as
collaborating with the opposition and somehow involved in the revolution and was arrested. He was later released
to a hospital when the Spanish authorities realized of his handicap.

PLAZA AVAILABLE FOR SPECIAL DAY EVENTS

If you are hosting an event such as a wedding, anniversary, birthday, picnic, debut, corporate team building event,
or simply want to enjoy a relaxing opportunity to teach Filipino history to your kids while spending some quality-
time with family and friends, the Colonial Plaza area is the perfect venue. Amidst the sprawling rustic grounds and
historic ambience one can enjoy this uniquely-eloquent spot for weddings. Lodges or nipa huts are strategically
located in various park areas to offer little sanctuaries for your group activity or simply for blissful tranquility.

OVERNIGHT SEMINARS, TEAMBUILDING EVENTS AND PARTIES

For a taste of something new, why not consider a special environment to conduct your team building, seminars, or
even embark on a one-of-a-kind honeymoon retreat? Nayong Pilipino will ensure that your stay is comfortable and
enjoyable no matter what the function and provide a venue that is the most interestingly different around. There
are many varied levels of lodging to choose, depending on the number of occupants and your budget. Rooms can
be booked either with or without air conditioning units. Rooms are cozy with soft beds and clean, fully-functional
toilets and baths.