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Balete Park and Millennium Tree – The Largest of Its Kind


The park contains a 600-year-old balete tree that was designated the official "Millennium Tree" of The Philippines. It is the largest tree of its kind in Asia, and it would take 60 grown men, holding one another at arm's length, to encircle its gigantic trunk.

by Jane Dacumos on July 23, 2012
Balete Park and Millennium Tree – The Largest of Its Kind

The park contains a 600-year-old balete tree that was designated the official "Millennium Tree" of The Philippines. It is the largest tree of its kind in Asia, and it would take 60 grown men, holding one another at arm's length, to encircle its gigantic trunk.

Due to its age, the tree's thick roots have grown above ground, such that caves have formed under various sections of the trunk. This unique tree has generated national media attention and is now the most visited tourist spot in Aurora.

How to get there

Aurora Province can be reached via the SOUTH EAST ASIAN AIRLINES (SEAIR), which flies Manila-Baler-Manila on Special Trip only. Flying time is approximately 50 minutes. Provincial Buses and Vans-for-rent stationed at the Cabanatuan Central Terminal offer daily trips to Dingalan, Baler and Dilasag. Travel time is 2 hours, 4 hours and 8 hours respectively.

Getting Around

One can take a bus, jeepney or a rented van to navigate the province’s nature and culture destinations. For short distance travel, the ubiquitous tricycle is an inexpensive and practical alternative. Motor boats can be rented from the local fisher folks for bay tours and diving sessions.

A host of tourist facilities can be found in the capital town of Baler, most of which offer standard rooms and food service. During peak seasons, several private residences make their extra rooms available to tourist. Camping is also an option.

  • AMCO BEACH RESORT – Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • BAHIA DE BALER GARDEN RESORT & RESTAURANT I – Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • BAHIA DE BALER II - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • BAY’S INN - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • AMIHAN APLAYA LODGE - 103 Bgy Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • KAHEA’S LODGE - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • MM LODGE - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
  • MORENO LODGE & RESTAURANT - Near New Public Market, Bgy. Suklayin Baler, Aurora
  • CARLITO’S INN - P. T. Ong St., Brgy. Suklayin, Baler, Aurora
  • ISLA VIRGINIA RESORT - Brgy. Sabang, Baler, Aurora
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