The Municipality of San Juan, Batangas, is a first-class municipality in the 4th District of Batangas Province. It was founded on December 12, 1848, and composed of 42 barangays. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the municipality has a land area of 237.40 square kilometers, or about 8.6% of the total land area of Batangas. It possesses a wealth potential that has yet to be developed. It has natural resources, scenic white sand beaches fronting Sigayan Bay and black sand beaches fronting Tayabas Bay, and cultural ancestral/heritage buildings and houses, making it a significant tourist destination in Batangas. Tourism has been an economic driver for the municipality, contributing 1.2% of the Municipal Annual Income in 2018. A large percentage of the local population depends upon the industry for employment, income, or jobs, given its economic forward and backward linkages and multiplier effects.ย
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Also known as Coastal Tourism and Recreation Zone are the beach areas and fishing areas for swimming, sunbathing, recreational boating, water sports, snorkeling, diving, cruises, etc. The zone comprises Barangays Laiya Ibabao, Laiya Aplaya, Imelda, Barualte, and Hugom; and black sand beaches with therapeutic benefits in Barangays Pinagbayanan, Ticalan, Putingbuhangin, Abung, Calubcub I and Calubcub II.
Agri-Ecotourism / Nature Tourism Zone
These are the areas with scenic views, mangroves or areas for observing wildlife, areas for camping, climbing, trekking, diving and spelunking, etc. The zone comprises Barangays Pinagbayanan, Catmon, Poctol, Imelda, Laiya Ibabao, Bulsa, Hugom; and part of Barangays Janao-Janao, Libato, Sapangan, Pulangbato and Quipot.
Aside from its natural wonders, San Juan, Batangas has a rich cultural heritage reflecting the townโs history, traditions, and customs. The townโs cultural heritage is deeply ingrained in the lives of its people, with many of their practices and beliefs passed down from generation to generation.ย
The Municipality of San Juan (previously known as San Juan de Bolboc) is a first-class municipality of Batangas, Philippines. It is located on the eastern coast of Batangas, facing Tayabas Bay. The town has both an agricultural and fishing economy with a particular focus on coconut & pottery production. Originally, San Juan de Bolboc was a barrio of Pueblo of Rosario. The administration was assigned tenientes or deputiesโ rulers of the village with 17 barrios that paid tributes to the Spanish government starting in 1837, that record indicates. It developed its status, was soon recognized as a separate municipality in 1843, and officially became independent in 1848.ย ย ย
San Juan is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions. One of the most important cultural landmarks in San Juan Batangas is the Pinagbayanan Ruins. This site is once the fatherland of San Juan. In 1843, previously called San Juan de Bocboc, whose ruins are still present today, the church named after the townโs patron saint, Saint John Nepomucene, with the municipal hall was constructed on this site.ย
How to get to San Juan, Batangas
๐ By Public Transportationย
From Alabang or EDSA-Taft:
Board an ALPS bus with direct routes to San Juan, Batangas.
Fare: Around โฑ247 from Alabang, and approximately โฑ301 if you're coming from EDSA-Taft.
Travel Time: Roughly 3 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
Alternate Route via Lipa:
Take a bus bound for Lipa City, then ride a jeepney going to San Juan from the Lipa terminal.
From Cavite (Pala-Pala Terminal):
Vans are available that go straight to San Juan, Batangas, offering a more direct ride from that area.
๐ ALPS Bus Fares to San Juan, Batangas
From Alabang (Starmall): โฑ247
This fare is confirmed for ALPS buses departing from Alabang to San Juan, Batangas.
From EDSA-Taft (Pasay): โฑ330โโฑ340
While specific fare details from EDSA-Taft are not explicitly listed, fares from nearby terminals like Buendia and PITX to San Juan range between โฑ330 and โฑ340. It's reasonable to expect similar fares from EDSA-Taft. Philippine Beach Guide
๐ Bus Schedules
Alabang to San Juan: Buses operate from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Commute Tour Philippines
Buendia to San Juan: Trips are available from 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
PITX to San Juan: Multiple departures throughout the day, including 5:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and hourly intervals until 7:30 PM.
๐ Travel Time
The journey from Metro Manila to San Juan, Batangas typically takes around 3 to 4 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the specific departure point.
๐ By Private Car
Coming from Manila or Alabang, take the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and proceed to STAR Tollway. Exit at Ibaan, then follow the road signs leading to San Juan and onward to Laiya Beach.
Be sure to check your navigation apps for real-time updates and road directions.
๐ Getting to Laiya or Hugom from San Juan Town Properย
๐ป By Jeepney
Terminal Location: In front of the BM Ruins, Poblacion (just across from the public market).
Fare:
To Laiya: โฑ50 per person
To Hugom: โฑ60 per person
Jeepneys follow a fixed route and are available throughout the day, though frequency may vary depending on demand.
๐ต By Tricycle
Terminal Location: Near Bolbok Rural Bank, inside the public market area of Poblacion.
Fare: Same as jeepney (โฑ50 to Laiya / โฑ60 to Hugom) as long as you're sharing the ride with other passengers.
โ ๏ธ Reminder: If you ask to rent the entire tricycle (special trip), the fare can go up to โฑ350, so clarify that you want a regular/shared ride.
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โจ The ๐๐ข๐ง๐จ๐จ ๐๐ญ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ was not just a pageantโit was a celebration of tradition, unity, and the vibrant culture of San Juan, Batangas. ๐บ
To our winners, you are now the faces of our beloved townโs heritage. May you inspire others to uphold and promote our rich traditions. ๐
๐๐ข๐ง๐จ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - G. Dale Fernan Castillo, Poblacion
๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - Bb. Malche Joan Dumat-ol, Erlinda's Cafeย
๐๐ข๐ง๐จ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฆ๐จ - G. Raphael Dantes, Cerdels
๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฆ๐จ - Bb. Jizelle Mykah Sandig, Buhaynasapaย
๐๐ข๐ง๐จ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฒ๐จ๐ค - G. Joshua Baรฑa, Maraykit
๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฒ๐จ๐ค - Bb. Diana Eyadan, Palingowak