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The document discusses tourism activities and attractions in Mt. Province, Philippines such as sumaging cave, mountain climbing, and swimming. It also mentions historical community conflicts between tribes and the presence of rebel groups. However, community conflict resolution efforts through councils have helped establish peace. Major tourist attractions include Sagada Cave, Hanging Coffins of Sagada, and Bokong waterfalls, which provide adventure in a serene setting isolated from city life.
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- 11. Mountain climbing Sight seeing Trekking Family adventure Swimming
- 12. Community conflict because Mt. Province is being inhabited by a number of different tribes. Tourists fear the Igorots because they are head hunters Discrimination against the Igorot culture The presence of rebel groups (CPP-NPA, etc.),
- 13. Community Conflict Resolution via the Council of Elders Holding of multispectral peace forum Formation of peace councils Establishing community projects
- 14. The Igorots have turned their backs on their former ways and majority of them embraced the Christian life and they are now living peacefully as agricultural people.
- 15. Serenity and adventure, all in one place Perfect setting to a restful retreat Isolating you from the frantic stress of city life Facing your fears and doing something that you never thought that you can do
- 16. Away from it all
- 17. Mt. Amuyao Sagada Mission Compound Summit Of Mt. Ampacao Sagada Cave Hanging Coffins Of Sagada Bomod-ok Falls Lake Danum Bokong waterfalls
Editor's Notes
- has an elevation height of 2, 862 meters above sea level. It is the popular interest in the municipality and is among the top ten highest mountains in the Philippines.
- Conquer the highest peak of Mt. Province, a number of people climb to the pinnacle of Mt. Amuyao to test themselves.
- Those who reach the summit of this mountain will also be treated to breathtaking sunsets, sunrises, and the sea of clouds in the sapphire sky.
- The Mission Compound should be a destination for tourists who wish to experience the tradition and history that shaped this famous town
- The compound of the Mission of St. Mary the Virgin covers a wide area that measures around thirty hectares. The structures that are contained with-in the area include the Episcopal Church of St. Mary the Virgin, St. Mary's High School, and the Calvary Hill Cemetery. Visiting the Sagada Mission Compound will provide tourists with a wide area to explore. They can take souvenir images with their cameras as they visit the magnificent buildings and learn about the stories and history behind the structures.
- Tourists know Sagada as a mountainous area with exciting outdoor adventure destinations such as rice terraces, waterfalls, and inland lakes. However, one can find just as much excitement beneath the ground at this famous tourist destination. There are more than 60 known caves in the area, which makes it a good location for folks who want to try some underground exploration.
- The Sumaging Cave is one of the most popular tourist spots in the region because it has one of the largest chambers of all the connecting caves in town. It was formerly used as a refuge for soldiers during the World War II and exploring it would require a few hours.Don't forget to bring a camera with decent flash when you descend into this cave because one will encounter some awesome rock formations. Through the years, water inside the cave has sculpted the rock inside into formations that resemble a number of shapes. Those who have explored this cave have given nicknames to the glittering stalactite and stalagmites formations such as the pigpen, elephant heads, Queen, turtle head, king, chocolate cake, squash, rice granary, cauliflower, and the pregnant lady.
- Sagada also attracts visitors with the unique burial ritual practiced by the native inhabitants that involve coffins hanging from the sheer faces of the area's cliffs.
- These hanging coffins were not created to increase the presence of tourists in the area. These artifacts are the product of ancient traditions that are similar to the pyramids and mummies of Egypt and South America. The native folks have practiced this tradition for centuries and some of the coffins have been hanging on the cliffs for more than 200 years.
- To stop conflicts among tribes, the Mountain Province has been implementing a combination of strategies and approaches towards instituting peace building in the province.
- These strategies continue to serve as stronghold for peace keeping.
- Some destinations make the perfect setting to a restful retreat. These spots are often quiet and private, isolating you from the frantic stress of city life.Other sites, however, are better known for their ability to deliver that exhilarating adrenaline rush. A feeling that comes from successfully facing your fears and doing something you never thought you could.But who says you can’t find both in just one location?
- Those looking for an escape will love the remoteness of Mountain Province, which lies about 394 kilometers or 12 hours away from Manila, right at the very heart of the country’s biggest and highest mountain range, the Grand Cordillera.Surrounded by mountains and trees at all sides, you can expect to breathe in the freshest air and feast your eyes on every shade of green imaginable. Early in the morning and late at night, your ears will rediscover what true quiet really sounds like.Then after every ounce of stress has left your body, you can get your heart pumping again by crawling, climbing and leaping through dark caves that are said to be a million years old.So whether it’s tranquility or adventure you’re after, Mountain Province can give you an unforgettable mix of both.