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Waling-waling: The Queen of Philippine Orchids

by Kheem Caparas on June 1, 2012
Waling-waling or Vanda Sanderiana is dubbed as the “Queen of Philippine Orchids”. It is also worshipped as Diwata (fairy) by the native Bagobos and discovered in the year 1882. It is the rarest, most beautiful, and most expensive orchid among thousands of species that can be found in the country.
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Bongao Peak: A Conquer on the Beauty of Tawi-Tawi

by Jane Dacumos on May 26, 2012
Tawi-Tawi has a very rich nature and culture. It is a good tourist destination for its natural zoos – the mountains and forests – that are home to a variety of exotic fauna like wild cattle, wild hog, and white and brown monkeys.Lying in the southern part of the Philippines, Tawi-Tawi is irregular in shape, with splashes of white sand beaches and rock-bound coasts. It is composed of ten municipalities and 107 islands and islets with a total land area of 462 square miles.Tawi-Tawi takes pride in the province of Bongao for having one of the best tourist spots in the world.
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Explore Iligan: Travel to Buhanginan Hill

by Jane Dacumos on May 19, 2012
Head up to the Buhanginan Hill of Iligan where the highest elevation within the city proper is found. The hill stands approximately 130 feet above sea level. It is a landform that extends above the surrounding terrain of Barangay Pala-o.
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Mount Binaratan - The Silent Mountain of Kalinga

by Jhaypee Guia on May 29, 2012
Mount Binaratan, also known as the silent mountain, can be found near the Tanudan River, between the boundary of Mountain Province and Kalinga.
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Mt. Madia-as: Climb Antique’s Highest Peak

by Jane Dacumos on May 19, 2012
The idyllic province of Antique has Mt. Madia-as, one of the most challenging mountains to climb in Western Visayas. It is considered the highest mountain on the island, a dormant volcano adorned with several lakes and showcases more than a dozen scenic waterfalls. Its peak is always shrouded with clouds, but the mountain can be seen during clear weather and in the late afternoons.
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Imus Historical Marker

by Jhaypee Guia on May 19, 2012
The Imus historical Marker can be found at the town plaza in Imus, Cavite, which is a first class municipality and officially assigned as the capital of Cavite Province. The marker is placed near two historic buildings which are the Imus Catholic Church and the Municipal Hall. One can argue that the province is the birthplace of the nation and it was the site where the first successful revolution was made.
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La Castellana Bailes De Luces: Festival of Lights

by Jane Dacumos on May 22, 2012
A spectacle worth marking on one's calendar happens in the province of Negros Occidental where a different festival is celebrated. Bailes De Luces Festival is celebrated every January 5 of the year. It is a conceptualization of hope and thanksgiving for the blessings received in the previous year. It is the town’s celebration of its Charter Day and a befitting culmination of the Christmas season.
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TOPS: Offering the Stunning View of Cebu City

by Kheem Caparas on April 26, 2014
Tops is located in Barangay Malubog, Busay, Cebu City. It is a very popular sightseeing spot in Cebu. Tops offer a stunning view of Cebu City and islands of Mactan, Olongo, and Bohol.
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Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary – Pride of Agusan del Sur

by Jhaypee Guia on June 1, 2012
The province of Agusan del Sur is located in the Caraga region in Mindanao. Prosperidad is considered as the capital of the province. It is bordered by different provinces of Mindanao – Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Bukidnon, and Misamis Oriental.
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A Majestic View of Sungang View Point with The Sleeping Beauty Mountain

by Jhaypee Guia on May 30, 2012

The Sungang View Point is one the best places that can be found in the province of Kalinga. The area is surrounded with various mountains that hold a fantastic and majestic view such as Tanudan Mountain, Tinglayan Mountain, Lubuangan Mountain, and Tabuk Mountain. It is the reason why this spot is mostly visited by the tourists. Mountain hiking is very common in the site.

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