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Mt. Maculot is one of the ideal mountains to hike for the beginners despite the now required guideship fees. Not only it is just hours away from Manila, it also offers one of the most spectacular views after an hour or two of continuous assault. As you go higher, you will be rewarded by the view of Taal Lake, not your usual view when passing by the infamous Tagaytay City. The main reason why hikers prefer to hike only up to the rockies is because of its one of the most picturesque view of Taal Lake. That alone already makes your hiking adventure worthwhile. Mt. Maculot summit as seen from the 'Rockies' Article Created: June 01, 2015 GETTING THERE : 1. Van, Dasma to Lipa, Php125 At Dasma Pala-Pala Van Terminal, take Van going to Lipa. First trip starts as early as 4AM. But it will only go once the van is full. Usually 16-18 passengers depending on what type of van. The terminal is located beside Giligan's, in front of Robinsons. To get there, you may ride...

Established in the 16th century, Vigan is the best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town in Asia. Its architecture reflects the coming together of cultural elements from elsewhere in the Philippines, from China and from Europe, resulting in a culture and townscape that have no parallel anywhere in East and South-East Asia. (Source: whc.unesco.org ) Calle Crisologo TRIVIA 15 years after the inscription in the UNESCO List of World Heritage sites and monuments in December 1999, Vigan City has been declared as the New 7 Wonders Cities in the World on December 8, 2014. (Source: vigancity.gov.ph ) Taken at COFFE BREAK located at Calle Crisologo. Mug priced at PHP140 with free coffee refill. Article Created: April 2, 2015 GETTING THERE: - You may ride a bus en route Laoag and get off at Vigan City. Fare is PHP665. Tip: It is best to travel at night because: - The roads are not congested with vehicles, specially when the bus is passing t...

Though Daranak Falls is commonly known as a side trip for Mt. Sembrano among hikers, we managed to squeeze our 2day trip to visit the place before the hike. As seen from the "Rockies 2" of Mt. Daraitan   The highlight of the trip, of course, was scaling Mt. Daraitan. Direct assault to summit in which most part of the trek consists of 60-80 degree climb. Reaching the summit, you will be rewarded with the views of some part of Sierra Madre mountain range, the Polillo Strait and the province of Rizal.  Sea of clouds in the Sierra Madre mountain range The summit can only accommodate 2-3 tents; fortunately, we were able to set up our camp at the summit itself. Waking up at the crack of the dawn, you will be amazed with the magnificent view of the sea of clouds! Even more breathtaking during sun rise. Tinipak River, Daranak Falls, Mt. Daraitan Summit At the last part of our trip, we traversed the mountain leading us in the Tinipak River. It is ...