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Home » Philippines Tourist Destinations » Baguio
Baguio
 Baguio,
the summer capital of Philippines, is amongst the most beautiful and
picturesque cities of Philippines. Situated amidst lush green pine-covered
surroundings of Cordillera Mountains, Baguio is one of the greenest
and cleanest cities of Philippines. Located at an altitude of about
1,500 meters above the sea level, Baguio enjoys a pleasant and cool
climate all round the year, making it a favorite mountain retreat
in the country. Apart from its exceptional scenic beauty, Baguio also
has a number of enchanting tourist attractions. One of the major tourist
destinations in Philippines, Baguio is frequented by thousands of
tourists from all around the world every year.
Location
The picturesque Baguio city is located at about 250 kilometers north of Manila in the Benguet Province in Northern Philippines. Baguio is the highest city in Philippines located right atop the Cordillera Mountains. About 5-6 hours drive through the zigzag path of the scenic Kennon Road or a 45-minute flight from Manila will take you Baguio.
Prime Tourist Attractions
Burnham Park: Located in the heart of the city, the Burnham Park is the prime tourist attraction in Baguio. The Park features an enchanting artificial lagoon, a skating rink, a biking zone, a stadium, basketball and tennis courts, and a plant market.
Mansion House: Built by Americans, it's the official summer residence of Philippine presidents. Its beautiful landscaped gardens and rectangular pool, never fail to enchant the visitors. It also has a museum of presidential memorabilia. In its close vicinity, there are two beautiful parks namely the Mines View Park and Wright Park- famous for kiddy horse rides.
Baguio Cathedral: One of the most visited landmarks in Baguio, it's a beautiful twin-spire structure with one hundred steps. Set on top of a hill, the Cathedral offers a breathtaking view of the entire commercial hub.
Camp John Hay: A former enchantingly beautiful U.S. military base, it offers the best of recreational facilities in Baguio. The Camp houses beautifully designed cottages, an18-hole golf course and bowling lanes among other facilities.
Philippine Military Academy: Located amidst the scenic surroundings of lush pine forests, the Philippine Military Academy is the Philippines foremost military learning institution. The Saturday morning parade at the Academy never fails to impress its visitors. The Academy also houses a Military Museum.
Other not to be missed tourist attractions at Baguio include the ethnic Igorot Village, Bell Church, Lourdes Grotto, Saint Louis Filigree Shop and the scenic Kennon Road.
Tourist Activities
The picturesque Baguio city offers an exciting range of leisure and recreational activities to its visitors. The city is a popular golfing destination with world-class facilities. Tourist can also enjoy a hiking up to Mount Santo Tomas Peak at 7,5000 feet. Shopping is another favorite activity in Baguio. In Baguio, you can shop for exotic handicrafts, fruit preserves, and wooden souvenir items.
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