Abstract: This study has come up with different kinds of circuit based on the different classification of historical attractions that provided a strategic plan for the cities of Imus, Dasmariñas and General Trias, Cavite. The researchers examined each city’s historical attraction by the collecting information from the respondents in each Municipalities. The researchers used an observation checklist particularly the Tourist Appeal Category and graded each historical attraction under the categories of Uniqueness, Historical Value, Socio-cultural Value, Natural Aesthetic, Presence of Visitor Traffic and Facilities and Services. The observation checklist used is from the DOT-JICA guidebook on evaluating the selected towns attractions and sites. The treatment of the data used is the Tourist Appeal Category Description Grade and was validated by the researcher’s thesis adviser. The survey results helped the growth of historical attraction in the selected towns in Cavite and improved the downsides of a specific historical attraction based on the survey results. The study is qualitative research design with an exploratory research. The researchers also applied non-probability expert sampling that provided the study an accurate result through an expert’s perspective. As the result of the survey, majority of the historical attractions got the highest grade under the category of Historical Value and sadly, the lowest grade goes to the category of Facilities and Services. Historical attractions are highly valued through their age and history and Imus, Dasmariñas and General Trias, Cavite have different historical attractions in terms of tourism. These historical attractions where classified into bridges, churches, historical markers, heritage houses and monuments. The researchers concluded that the Municipality of Imus, Dasmariñas and General Trias, Cavite are rich in historical resources and national heroes that is why Cavite is called as the Historical Capital of the Philippines. The three municipalities are well-known in terms of history. It helped in educating the mind of the people and helped in preserving the historical events that are relevant in the Philippines. The researchers suggest that applying a historical circuit around selected towns of Cavite improved the impact of the tourist attraction.
Keywords: Strategic Action Plan, Historical Circuit, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Cavite.
Title: HISTORICAL CIRCUIT IN SELECTED TOWNS IN CAVITE
Author: Basa, Ronald, Encabo, Justin Renzo, Reyes, Naomi Faye, Dr. Jimford Tabuyo
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