Central Luzon (Region III) covers the largest contiguous plain in the country, earning its reputation as the “Rice Granary of the Philippines.” It connects Metro Manila to the northern regions. The region includes seven provinces: Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales. Clark International Airport (CRK) in Pampanga serves as a major alternative gateway to NAIA, and the region holds significant historical sites (Bataan) and natural landmarks (Mount Pinatubo). Reference stub.
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Central Luzon: The Rice Granary
Central Luzon (Region III) is the vast plain north of Metro Manila, home to Clark International Airport and Mount Pinatubo.