Coalition pushes historical tourism

A coalition of government and private groups involved in the tourism industry in Palawan said the significant role of the province in liberation of the country from Japanese forces in World War II would boost its development as historical destination.

Aileen Clemente of Rajah Travel Corp, speaking in behalf of the coalition, said more than 8,000 American and Filipino troops were involved in the liberation of Palawan and some of the landmarks include the World War II Memorial Museum, Plaza Cuartel, Mendoza Park and Iwahig Prison.