A moment worth a souvenir picture of a first timer Canadian Tourist with his Filipina partner enjoying the experience of riding the traditional Filipino "vehicle for the masses* famous with colorful designs. in History, this 3-wheeled motor vehicle was built by a disabled German watchmaker by Hand named STEPHAN FAITFIER. It was called “TRICYCLE” and used during the end of WWII. They were utilized motorcycles discarded by the Japanese and were converted added with sidecars to provide passengers transportation. The “PEDICAB” in Cebuano or “PADYAK” In Tagalog are important part of our unique culture. It has been a basic mode of transportation for Filipinos going to the market, school, also used for weddings and funerals. It has become a part of our daily lives and our cultural heritage.
- In the Philippines the “PEDICABS” are a big part of Tourism. The PEDICAB drivers also act as informal local guides offering tour and tour guide packages depending on what the tourist want to avail of. Pedicab tour packages have SPECIAL FARE based on the distance and time of the tour package availed by the tourist. For public awareness and safety BEWARE OF SCAMMERS AND OVER PRICED tour package offers. In DUMAGUETE CITY AND CITY the government regulated PEDICAB FARE is only P15.00 pesos. These are usual problems all over places that have tourist but these are controlled and monitored by the Police Authorities and the Government. Overall, THE PHILIPPINES is a very beautiful, peaceful,and rich with unique mixed culture from all the races that conquered The Philippines that makes us very interesting and different from other races. Philippines is one of the most visited countries by tourist and the Filipinos are very generous and hospitable, and very respectful people. This country is Highly recommend for tourists.
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