Location and Geography

    The Philippine Christmas Village, popularly known as “Paskuhan Village” is located in San Jose, San Fernando City in Pampanga. The Village can be seen as you approach the San Fernando exit tollgate of the North Luzon Expressway, 65 kilometers from Manila

Area Covered
    The project covers an area of 9.3 hectares.
 
Project Description

    The project is the first of its kind in Asia. It provides visitors a real “Philippine Christmas” experience all throughout the year. It has two basic features: a showcase of the best Filipino arts and crafts amidst a Christmas Festival atmosphere; and a theme park featuring the “Gardens of the World”. It is the only theme park that highlights the unique Filipino tradition of a lengthy Christmas celebration.
 
Facilities
 
- Plenary Hall for 800 – 1,000 persons
- Poinsettia Hall w/ 150- 200 pax capacity
- Clamshell hall with 1,600 sq.m. floor area
- 3 big swimming pools
- Lagoon for boating and fishing
- Playground
- Skating & Bicycling rentals
- Parking lot for 200 cars		 - Four Merchandise Halls
- Amphitheater with 600 pax capacity
- Admin Bldg
- Green House
- Tent shades area for commercial exhibit
- Food Courts
- Videoke and Billiard Halls
 
Mode of Privatization

    - Joint Venture
    - Lease
    - Sale
 
Project’s Tourism Strengths

    - It has excellent accommodation facilities for outings, conferences, concerts and exhibits.
       (Hosted the 1st international garden festival in Southeast Asia: “Florikultura ‘98”).
    - The site is located in the province of Pampanga the “Christmas Capital of the Philippines” also
       known for its annual giant lantern festival.
    - Day’s Hotel operating within the village.
    - It is considered as the melting pot of trade and industry of Region III.
    - Ample parking space.
    - Year round attractions such as:
The Nativity Scene
Village shops		 Christmas Museum
Gardens of the World
 
Market Image/Position

    The Paskuhan Village is the only theme park that showcases Filipino Arts, Crafts and Tradition within a wonderful garden setting amidst a Christmas atmosphere. It offers fantastic accommodation packages at an affordable price.
 
Tourist Arrival in Region III (1997 –2001)

    Tourist arrivals averaged 276,700 over a five year period (1997-2001). Tourism peaked in 1997 when 348,293 visitors flocked to the region.
 
Visitor Arrival by Country of Origin (2001)


    Majority of foreign tourists came from U.S., Japan, and Australia. The bulk of tourist arrivals in the region are made up of local vacationers / travelers and balikbayans.
 
How to get there

    San Fernando, Pampanga is 65 kms. north of Manila. Any public transport bound for Zambales, Bataan and Pampanga can take you there. By car, take North Diversion Road, exit at the San Fernando toll plaza, then turn right at the Olongapo – Gapan road.