Banaue Rice Terraces — an iconic and ancient landscape of the Philippines that is said to be the greatest engineering masterpiece of the indigenous people in Ifugao. Having been raised in the mountains of the Cordillera, I grew up knowing why I should be proud of being an Ifugao is our man-made terraces built thousand years ago by our ancestors and stood still to this moment and...

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Situated at the heart of the Cordillera Mountains and a renown UNESCO World Heritage Site, you may want to visit Batad, a small village in Banaue, Ifugao and perhaps where once can see the best views of the centuries-old rice terraces, aside of course the view seen in Banaue proper itself. At the highest peak overlooking the terraces of Batad ...

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A Batad adventure wont be complete if you wouldn't visit Tappiya Falls, a 32-feet water falls hidden at the foot of the mountain. Though it is quite a difficult trail but once you get there, it will be a rewarding experience. If going down is hard, going back is harder. :) The majestic view of Tappiya falls from above. ...

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A peek to our roots. Went to Batad through Saddle point then exiting through Bangaan trail. Hiking for a few hours passing through hills, terraces and falls that took us about 4-5 hours. I enjoyed most of it of course except the tiring part of the hike. ...

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A festival celebrated every year to showcase Ifugao culture and traditions. ...

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We should have a time alone once in a while. Got to cuddle our pillow or favorite stuff toy. Look at the ceiling, doesn't matter how long, just stare. Think of the past days, of what have you done and what have not. Smile, you thought of something sweet. Frown, of something regretful. Close your eyes, say your prayers. Have a peaceful sleep, you've been good, nothing to think too...

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