2. Objectives: At the end of this chapter, the students
shall be able to:
Know the area and location of CAR
Know the geographical characteristics of the province
of CAR
Know the different tourist destinations, gastronomic
features, geographic profile of each provinces in the
Cordillera Administrative Region.
4. •Cordillera -a name given
by the Spanish Conquistadors
when they first saw the
mountain ranges.
• Meaning “knotted rope” the
Spanish term refers to the
jumbled rolls and dips of this
long-range traversing the
Northern part of Luzon.
5. • The region has an area of
18,294 sq km.
• The Cordillera is predominantly
mountainous, with towering
peaks, plateaus, and valleys.
• The climate is dry from
November to April and rainy
for the rest of the year.
6. •Abra (Tingguian)
•Apayao (Isneg)
•Benguet (Kankanaey and Ibaloi)
•Ifugao (Ifugao)
•Kalinga (Kalinga and Isneg)
•Mountain Province (Kankanaey)
It is divided into 6 provinces
and 7 ethno-linguistic groups:
7. It is divided into 6 provinces
and 7 ethno-linguistic groups:
TINGGUIAN
IFUGAO
KALINGA
IBALOI
ISNEG
8. •The region is dubbed as the
“Watershed Cradle of
North Luzon”
CORDILLERA
9. • Chico River
• Ahin River
• Siffu River
• Abra River
• Amburayan River
• Agno River
Host 6 Major rivers that provides continuous
water for irrigation and energy for
Northern Luzon
10. •It is the country’s only
landlocked region.
•Landlocked - means that
the land is surrounded
by other land and it has
no shore.
CORDILLERA
12. • Capital: Bangued
• The region has a total land
area of 3,977 sq. km.
• The region is composed of 27
municipalities and 324
barangays.
• Languages Spoken: Ilocano,
Itneg, Tinguian, Tagalog
ABRA
15. This museum houses a
collection of coins and
paper money as well as a
large collection of
Philippine gold artifacts
and prehistoric pottery.
Abra National Museum
Tayum
16. Abra River
Abra
Originating from the
Cordillera Mountains and
flowing down to Ilocus
Sur. Abra river is ideal for
swimming and fishing.
17. Bangued Church
Bangued
Constructed in 1722, it is
one of the oldest
churches in the area
showcasing the
craftmanship of the
people who originally
built it.
18. Gabriela Silang Monument
Pidigan
The monument was built
to commemorate
Gabriela Silang, who led
the Ilocano resistance
against the Spaniards in
1763.
19. Kimkimay Lake
Taquib Villaviciosa
Legend says that beneath
this lake lies a village that
was sunk by the Gods as
punishment for its
inhabitants. The lake is a
favorite among picknickers
and is ideal for swimming
and fishing.
20. Libtec Underground River
Libtec,Dolires
Believed to be inhabited by
mysterious water creatures,
this river is located inside a
cave surrounded by
extruding stalagmites,
making it both beautiful and
creepy.
21. Provincial Capitol
Bangued
A three story building
housing the provincial
government, the capital
is situated in a cool
atmosphere surrounded
by trees.
22. Tangadan Tunnel
Tangadan
This 40 meter tunnel
along the Abra-Ilocos Sur
National Road is a
popular landmark
welcoming the province’s
visitors.
23. Claimed to be the real
footprints of the
legendary giant Angalo,
who is the “Adam” in
Abra mythodology. It is a
15 meters long, 5m wide
and 10 feet deep.
Tugot ni Angalo
(footprints of
Angalo)
25. APAYAO
• Capital: Cabugao
• The province has a total land area of
4,351 sq km.
• It is composed of 7 municipalities
and 133 barangays
• Language Spoken: Isneg, Ilocano
and Tagalog
27. • Sinursur - a native course cooked in a young
bamboo shoot.
• Pinikpikan - a soup dish which consists of
burned chicken mixed with etag.
• Zinagan - their version of dinugoan
• Sagket - native’s bagoong, made from fish
called Palilang.
GASTRONOMY
28.
29. This is a delaminated
forestland straddling the
Ilocos Norte-Apayao
boundary. It is a natural site
with no tourist facilities but
is ideal for hiking, camping,
nature tripping and bird
watching.
Agamata National Park and Wildlife
Sanctuary
Calanasan
30. Apayao River
Highly regarded by the
locals as unpolluted and
pristine, the peace river
traverses six Apayao
municipalitues and can
be navigated by
motorboat.
31. Mount Solo
Pudtol
The highest peak in
Apayao, it offers lush
greenery and scenetic
sights along its slopes. t is
a good site for camping,
nature tripping and
mountaineering.
32. Mataguisi Church Ruins
Pudtol
Spanish missionaries
reached Apayao Province
and built two churches in
the municipality of Pudtol.
These were abandoned due
to tribal wars and conflict in
beliefs.
33. Containing several chambers, Lussok
cave showcases nature at its best. It
has a wide opening, reminiscent of a
cathedral’s dome.
To get inside the cave, one needs to
ride a boat.
Once inside, you’ll catch sight of
stunning stalactite and stalagmite
rock formations.
Lussok Cave &
Underground River
Luna, Apayao
34. Gololan Falls
Kabugao
Gololan falls cascades for
more than 33 meters. On
sunny days, it projects a
small rainbow.
The falls’ waters carved a
deep and wide pool. This is
a perfect spot for
swimming. The surrounding
boulders provide an ideal
spot for jumping or diving
35. Maton River is now creating
a fuss among the tourist
spots in Apayao.
The river is fit for swimming
and boating.
There are numerous rock
formations in the area.
These are ideal spots for
jumping.
Maton River
Pudtol, Apayao
36. Considered as the biggest
waterfall within the
municipality, Girgira falls
measures around 30 feet
high.
Because of its huge water
volume, the falls carved a
pool that is twice as big as
an Olympic size swimming
pool.
Girgira Falls
Calanasan
37. Dupag Rock Formation is a
cluster of jagged limestone
boulders that measure
around 7 to 8 feet high.
The highest peak is known
as Father Rock. It provides
an entrancing view of the
surrounding fields, valleys,
forests, and rivers.
Dupag Rock Formation
Luna Apayao
39. BENGUET
• Capital: La Trinidad
• The total land area of the
province is 2,826.59 sq km.
• The province is composed of 1
city, 13 municipalities and 140
barangays
• Languages: Ibaloy, Kankana-ey,
Ilocano, Tagalog and English
40. • During the American Period, first Civil Government was established in
Benguet on November 23, 1900 under Act 49 with H.P. Whitmarsh, a
journalist by profes- sion, appointed as Civil Governor. The rancherias
under the Distrito de Benguet were termed town ships. Baguio was
named the capital of Benguet. On September 1, 1909, Benguets
capital town, Baguio was established as a chartered city and its stead,
the township of Tuba, was created. Baguio remained the capital of
Benguet until 1916.
• After 1916, La Trinidad became the capital of Benguet.
Benguet
41. GASTRONOMY
• Pinikpikan - a bloodied chicken
dish prepared in the caňao
ritual
• Pinopeg - “the Iboloi blood
sausage”
• Itag/Inasin - “air-dried salted
pork
42. GASTRONOMY
• Watwat - Igorot boiled
carabeef and pork
• Kinunday - traditional
Igorot smoked pork
• Diket Turon - a triple treat
of saba, camote, and
glutinous rice.
43.
44. • The rose-colored Baguio
Catholic Cathedral, located
on top of a hill in the heart
of the city is one of the
more familliar and most
visited landmarks in Baguio.
• One of the most
photographed landmarks in
the city.
Baguio Cathedral
Baguio
45. • Named after the city’s master
planner Daniel Burnham.
• It has a man-made lagoon that is
usually filled with boating
excurtionists, bikers, and skaters
delight in the park’s wide area.
Burnham Park
Baguio City
46. Mines View Park
Baguio City
• One of the most popular and most
visited parks in the city.
• Known as a shopper’s haven, where
you can buy the provinces bounties:
handwoven jackets and blankets,
silver knick knacks and jewelry,
various jams and preserves.
• The observation deck of the park
offer’s a breathtaking panoramic
view on the mining sites.
47. • Originally a recreational camp
for American soldiers.
• It has become a popular
destination for people who wish
to see the pine forest in the city.
• It also boasts of a sprawling
country club with a full 18-hole
golf course, Restaurants and
shopping centers.
Camp John Hay
Baguio City
48. This old mine ceased operation
when the minerals in the area
were depleted. The site is still
complete with the still-
functioning equipment, and was
transformed into a tourist
destination that offers visitors a
chance to go deep inside the
mine tunnels.
Balatoc Mines
Balatoc, Itogon
49. • Mt. Pulag is the highest
mountain in Luzon. Reaching
more than 9,600 feet one can
literally walk beyond the clouds.
• The interesting features of the
mountain are the lake, the
mossy forestsat the middle
elevation, and the wide
grassland made of dwarf
bamboos at the peak area.
Mt. Pulag
Kabayan
50. • The main focus of this particular
museum is a collection of Ibaloi
arcrafts, including well-peserved
mummies, which unlike the
mummies in Egypt that are
wrapped in gauze and are laid
out in a straight position, are
dressed only in their traditional
clothing and are in sitting /
squatting position.
National Museum
Kabayan
51. • The Philippine Military Academy
is the premier training for young
Filipinos who want to excel in a
military career.
• Aside from its interesting
military oriented structures, it
also houses important relics
such as cultural artifacts of the
Cordilleras.
Philippine Military Academy
Loakan, Baguio City
52. • Tekip Falls is one of the
countless waterfalls found in
Bakun. Measuring more than
120 feet high, it cascades like a
giant curtain of water. It has
small and shallow pools with icy-
cold waters.
Tekip Falls
Bakun
53. • The landscape of barangay
Tacadang, Kibungan resembles
the Grand Canyon of United
States. Sheer and bare rock cliffs
and formations dominate its
entire landscape.
• That is why it is also popularly
known as the “Switzerland of
Benguet.”
Rocky Wall of Beauties
Tacadang, Kibungan
55. • Capital: Lagawe
• The province has a total land
area of 251,778 hectares.
• Ifugao is a landlocked area
located at the foot of the
Cordillera Mountain Range.
• Political Profile: Ifugao is divided
into 11 municipalities and 175
barangays.
IFUGAO
56.
57. • Banaue is one of famous well-
known areas in the Philippines
primarily because of the
numerous rice terraces that
were carved on the mountain
slopes by the Igorots 3,000 years
ago.
Banaue Rice Terraces
Banaue
58. • This village, which seems to be
located inside the huge bowl,
offers a panoramic view of the
rice terraces.
Bangaan Village
Banaue
59. • This is another good place
from which to view the rice
terraces, which here are
formed like seats in the
amphitheater.
Batad Village
Banaue
60. • A hill named during World War II
when Allied armies spent
millions of dollars worth of
bombs and ammunition to
annihilate the enemies in the
area.
Million Dollar Hill
Kiangan
61. • Rising 2,700 meters above sea
level. Mt Amuyao is the 8th
highest peak in the Philippines.
• Its summit provides a
breathtaking panorama of
Mountain Province, Isabela,
Nueva Ecija, and Ifugao.
Mt. Amuyao
Banaue and Mayoyao
62. • Considered as the best camping
site in the province is peak
provides a panoramic view of
the Hungduan municipality.
Mt. Anapawon
Ifugao
63. • This site has a thick tropical rain
forest and its rare flora is a deal
for mountaineering.
Mt. Napulawan
Hungduan
65. • Capital: Tabuk
• The province has a total land
area of 3,120 sq. km.
• Kalinga is divided into 7
municipalities, 1 component
city and 152 barangays
KALINGA
66.
67. • This area was delared a national
park on June 17, 1972 by R.A.
6543.
• The park which is located near
the boundary of Abra is
transversed with numerous
rivers.
Balbalasang National Park
Balbalan
68. • Constructed by the National
Irrigation Administration. It is
supposed to be one of the
largest in Asia.
Chico Dam
Calanasan Tabuk
69. • This is the center of ethnic
weaving industry in the
province. One can see how
ethnic designs are made and
how the colors are mixed.
• The village is along the road and
one can buy souvenirs right from
the weavers.
Mabilong Weaver’s Village
Labuagan
70. • Mt Binaratan is locally known as the
“Silent Mountain.” That is because when
you are on top, you cannot hear birds sing
or chirp even though you can see them
hovering across.
• According to local folklore, when
Kabunian (Igorot name for God)
descended on the mountain to hunt, He
was disturbed by the continuous chirping
of birds. That is why He cannot locate His
dog. For that, Kabunian ordered the birds
to keep silent.
Mt. Binaratan
Dacalan, Tanudan
71. • This mountain range which
separates the two municipalities
of Tinglayan and Tanudan is said
to be shaped like woman’s body
stretched out facing the sky.
Mt. Mating Dinayao
Tinglayan and Tanudan
72. • These are best viewed from the
National Highway road where
one can also get a sprawling
view of the different barangays
of Tinglayan.
Rice Terraces
Tulgao, Tinglayan
74. • Capital: Bontoc
• The province has a total land
area of 2,096 sq. km.
• It is composed of 10
municipalities and 144
barangays.
MOUNTAIN PROVINCE
75.
76. Agricultural Stone
Calendar
Gueday Besao
This calendar is made of two
huge rocks situated side by
side leaving a crevice at the
middle where the rays of the
sun pass through only once a
year. This event heralds the
start of planting season and
is celebrated by the local
folk.
77. Alab Petroglyph
Alab, Bontoc
A huge rock with bows
and arrows and human
beings etched on its
surface. The etching of
human beings is believed
to be images of warriors
burried in the Ganga Cave
at the foot of the
mountain where the rock
stands.
78. Mt. Mog-ao
Mt. Mog-ao stands
majestically amidst the
rolling plains, making it one
of the popular tourist spots
in Tadian, Mountain
Province. It is a visible
landmark in almost every
barangay.
81. Hanging Coffins
Sagada
The people of Sagada have a
unique tradition. Instead of
burrying their departed
family members their coffins
which are usually made of
pine trunks are hung in cliff
sides.
83. Mabalot Oil Lake
Paracelis
A magnificent lake whose
waters shimmer, especially
on starry nights. The
shimmering effect is believed
to be caused by a pool of oil
coming out of the lake itself.
85. Sumaging Cave
Sagada
Sumaging or Big cave, is a
major tourist attraction in
the area. It is a large cave
system that one can explore
with the aid of local guides.
Cold water flows in many
parts of the cave so one
should expect to get wet
during the adventure.
86. Traditional Ato (Dap-
Ay)
The rooms not only serve as
a sleeping quarters for the
folks and the male teenagers
but also as a venue for
traditional rites and village
cultural affairs.
