Apo Whang-Od Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:24
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Whang-od Oggay, better known as Apo Whang-Od, is a Filipina tattoo artist known as one of the last and oldest living mambabatok (traditional Kalinga tattooist) artists. A member of the Kalinga Butbut group, she was given the Dangal ng Haraya Award by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in 2018. Her craft is being continued by the grandnieces she has selected for apprenticeship.

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Nagacadan Rice Terraces Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:21
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Nagacadan Rice Terraces is one of the cluster of five UNESCO-inscribed Rice Terraces. Located in Kiangan, Ifugao, its distinct features are two ascending rows of terraces which are bisected by a river.

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Batad Rice Terraces Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:19
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Batad Rice Terraces is one of the cluster of five UNESCO-inscribed Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras. It is marked by an amphitheatre-like semi-circular terraces with a village at its base.

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Banaue Hotel & Youth Hostel Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:19
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Banaue's main hotel offers modern accommodations with panoramic views of the majestic Banaue Rice Terraces. It is equipped with 81 rooms and amenities that can cater to both large and small groups.

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Aguian View Deck Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:18
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The NFA-Aguian View Deck has an iconic view of the majestic Banaue Rice Terraces, which was prominently featured in one of the old 1,000 Philippine Peso bills. It is easily accessible from the road.

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Banaue Rice Terraces Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:16
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The Banaue Rice Terraces, dubbed the "Eighth Wonder of the World", is part of the UNESCO-inscribed Ifugao Rice Terraces which are believed to be around 2,000 years old. Standing at around 1,500 meters above sea level, it offers a majestic glimpse into the indigenous and iconic farming ingenuity. It has several viewing decks that are easily accessible from the road.

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Magat & Maris Dam Bird Watch Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:15
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Birdwatchers will find Magat and Maris Dam to be a delightful destination to observe and photograph different bird species. Some of the species sighted in 2021 include the Philippine scops owl, blue rock thrush, black-winged stilt, great billed heron, barn swallows, osprey, emerald dove, bramminy kite, pied bush chat, and more.

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1,000 Steps Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:14
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Take the 1,000 Steps challenge and be rewarded with panoramic views of Ifugao's serene beauty. This eco park has a paved trail on a 497-meter pathway that leads to a panoramic view point overlooking Magat Dam.

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The Mansion House Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:13
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The Mansion House is one of the iconic and most visited historical landmarks of the city. It serves as the official summer palace of the President of the Philippines, and has become a tourist destination because of its accessibility, as the is easily seen from Romulo Drive. Originally built in the early 1900s as the summer residence of American Governors-General, it was rebuilt after World War II as a residence for visiting Philippine presidents.

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Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:13
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The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) is the premier military academy for Filipinos wanting to enlist in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). Established in 1898, the academy is also a historical landmark and tourist destination in the mountain city.

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