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Notable points about Taytay

1. Taytay, Rizal is known as the "Garments Capital of the Philippines," offering an unmatched tiangge (bazaar) shopping experience with factory-priced clothes and local fashion brands.
2. Unlike other cities, Taytay has a hyper-local fashion industry where even small neighborhood stalls like Bagpi and My Seoul Tiangge launch their own seasonal collections weekly.
3. The best time to visit is from November to February when the cooler weather makes open-air bazaars and lakefront strolls more enjoyable.
4. Taytay is very budget-friendly, with meals under ₱150 and clothing as cheap as ₱20–₱100 per item at the tiangges, ideal for frugal travelers and shopping enthusiasts alike.
5. Attend the local *fiesta* in May honoring Saint John the Baptist, which includes street dancing, traditional Filipino dishes, and a lively dousing tradition called "Basaan."
6. Try the local specialty, *lomi* and *bulalo*, at hole-in-the-wall eateries around Muzon, or enjoy lakeside dining at The Peak in Club Manila East with views of the Sierra Madre.
7. Getting around is easy via tricycles and jeepneys, but Grab is also available; for a local vibe, explore on foot around Taytay Market and the Freedom Park area.
8. Visit the under-the-radar Napindan Parola in Barangay San Juan, a historic watchtower by the river that few tourists know about but locals treasure.
9. While generally safe, it's best to watch your belongings in crowded bazaars; English and Filipino are widely spoken, and locals are friendly to visitors.
10. Watching the sunset over Laguna de Bay from the lakeside walkways is a serene moment that captures the charm and simplicity of Taytay, Rizal living.