Philippine Wonders

Today, I came across a 2009 calendar which features different Philippine wonders. Its front page features 12 wonders found all around the Philippines and below is a round down with a brief description of the 12 wonders featured in the said calendar.

Baguio City

This city is located in northern Luzon and is approximately 250 kilometers from Manila. Baguio City is also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines and is the most frequented destination in Northern Luzon.

Underground River, Palawan City

A world heritage site inscribe by UNESCO, it features an 8.2 kilometer navigable underground river. The river flows within a deep cavern under rugged limestone and marble cliffs which are the special features of this underground wonder. Stalactite pillars and rock formations are also outstanding features of the park.



Banaue Rice Terraces

Dubbed as one of the eight wonders of the world, the rice terraces start from the base of the mountain range and reach up to several thousands feet high. The rice terraces made 2000 years ago manifests the engineering skill and ingenuity of the sturdy Ifugaos. It was inscribed in the UNESCO Heritage List as a continuing cultural landscape in 1995.



Boracay Island

Located at the northwestern tip of Panay, this small island has meanwhile has become the number 1 tourist destination of the Philippines. The best part of the island is its 4km "White Beach" and some experienced travelers claim it to be the finest beach in all of Asia.



Callao Cave in Penablanca, Cagayan

This is a seven-chambered cave which boast massive limestone and other rock formation and a skylights and a chapel. More than 300 caves dot the area, 75 of which have been documented by the National Museum since 1977.



Camiguin Beach

Its located 7 kilometers from Mambajao proper and is one of the favorite sandy beaches in the island. Native cottages, multi-purpose building and a restaurant are also available.



Chocolate Hills

Located in Bohol, it is the most famous tourist attraction in Bohol. Among the 1,776 perfectly cone-shaped hills which abound in Central Bohol, two of the hills have been developed into a resort. On top of the hill is a complex that offers accommodation, conference rooms, restaurant and a view deck



Hundred Islands

It is located in the province of Pangasinan in northern Philippines. The islands (124 at low tide and 123 at high tide) are scattered along the Lingayen Gulf and cover an area of 18.44 square kilometers. They are believed to be about 2 million years old.



Mayon Volcano

Mayon is an overwhelming and magnificent in its grandeur. The volcano's northern trail exudes the fragrance of forest trees and diverse vegetation and has made a habitat to different unique species.



Mt. Apo

This mountain is the highest point in the Philippines. It is also the home of the most prized Philippine orchid species like the vanda sanderiana and some of the most exotic fruits. and the endangered Philippine Eagle.



San Juanico Bridge

The longest and the most beautifully designed bridge in the Philippines. It connects Brgy Cabalawan, Tacloban City and Sta Rita town, Samar.



Tubbataha Reef

A marine sanctuary located in the Middle Central Sulu Sea, 98 nautical miles southeast of Puerto Princesa City. Travel by boat from Puerto Princesa is approximately 12 hours to reach this marine sanctuary.