Living the Lipa life

It is famous for its cool weather, churches, heritage sites, kapeng barako and lomi.

The City of Lipa, which lies approximately 80 kilometers south of Manila, has much to offer indeed to local and foreign tourists, investors and even to prospective residents. Its proximity to Metro Manila easily made it a preferred weekend destination among urbanites who are in need of a quick break and a breath of fresh air.

Among the many things that this first-class city is known for is its cool climate that surprises visitors and newcomers. Lipa City has an elevation of 1,025 ft above sea level and is situated between Mount Malarayat and Mount Makulot, which both serve as wind breakers against strong typhoons.

Lipa, which is one of the three cities in the province of Batangas, is rich in culture and festivities as well. It celebrates the Coffee Festival, Walistik Festival, Lomi Festival, among others.  The month of January, especially, is a busy one as the city gears up for the Lipa City Fiesta Celebration, which is held primarily in honor of Lipa’s patron saint, San Sebastian and culminates on Jan. 20.

Lipa has likewise earned the nickname “Little Rome of the Philippines,” as it is home quite a number of churches, convents, retreat facilities and seminaries. The city was also the site of two popular apparitions, namely the “Shower of Petals” in 1948 and the “Lady atop a coconut tree” in 1993.

On the business side, Lipa was earlier identified to be among the Top 10 Next Wave Cities, which meant that it was one of the 10 cyber growth corridors in the country.  The local economy continues to thrive with the entry of business process outsourcing (BPO) firms. Its business-friendly environment has made the city an ideal place for investments.

Some of the choice universities in the Calabarzon area are in Lipa—De La Salle Lipa and Lipa City Colleges.  The city is not found wanting when it comes to hospitals, markets, shopping centers and other establishments needed for the convenience of its residents.

Real estate firm Suntrust Properties Inc. also picked the progressive city of Lipa to be the location of its Batangas development, Suntrust Siena Hills.

Situated along P. Torres Street, Barangay Antipolo Del Sur in Lipa City, Siena Hills is Italian-inspired and is poised to be a well-designed and well-thought-out community. Residents are assured of convenience and ease of access to Lipa City’s important destinations for business, education and leisure while you get to enjoy living the quiet suburban life.

The 49-ha development offers homebuyers house and lot packages with eight models: Micaella, Amadea, Angelica, Celestina, Caterina, Fiorenza, Luciana and Orabella.  Floor areas range from 67 sqm to 179 sqm while prices start at P3.9 million.

A reliable provider of affordable homes, Suntrust Properties is building Siena Hills with amenities such as a basketball court, swimming pool, clubhouse, cabanas, pavilion, pocket garden and jogging trails.  Families and friends in Siena Hills need not go far for that much needed bonding time.

Indeed, Siena Hills is where “your story of good life begins.”

Source:  calabarzon.dilg.gov.ph