Lubao - A Town in Pampanga

Named after the word “lubo” (engl. low). It is known for producing sugar cane, rice, fish and the fragrant sampaguita (the fragrant sampaguita is the Philippine national flower). It is considered as the oldest town in Pampanga. Lubao plays a significant role in the struggle of the American and Filipinos during the Japanese Occupation. The locals risk their lives by giving foods and medicines to the marchers of the "death march". Guerillas and other underground movements against the Japanese was formed in this town. Lubao is the hometown of the two Philippine Presidents: Pres. Diosdado Macapal and his daughter Gloria Macapagal – Arroyo. The San Agustin Church is the oldest church in Pampanga built by the Augustinian friars in 1572. Picture Gallery: Lubao External Link: www.lubao.gov.ph