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Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces - Benguet

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Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces is a little-known place of culture and history. It is l ocated in Barangay Amgaleyguey in Buguias, Benguet in the Philippines. Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces Details Overshadowed by the fame of the Banaue Rice Terraces , the Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces are rarely visited by tourists. As a matter of fact, you won't see it in any travel blogs or tourist books.  To those who have seen this place, they can attest that it is equally beautiful as its counterparts in Ifugao.  Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces - Buguias, Benguet What makes Amgaleyguey Vegetable Terraces unique is the obvious fact that vegetables are the crops planted on the terraces instead of rice. What makes it more unique are the above-ground tombs that dot the terraces like dandruff on a green shirt from a distance. A perfect view from the view deck The culture of burying relatives on the terraces dates to the pre-Spanish period. Practicality w

Mines View Park - Benguet

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Located in Baguio City in the province of Benguet, Mines View Park is definitely one of the most famous and most visited parks in the city. Mines View Park Mines View Park Details Mines View Park is popularly known for its observation deck that gives tourists a breathtaking view of Benguet's gold mines and the mountain range that surrounds the province. Mines View Park - Baguio City, Benguet My wife with our best pal Injin Bermejo The Backpack Adventures visits Mines View Park A nice view from the Mines View Park 's viewing deck Throw some coins to the anito then make a wish Aside from enjoying the view from the observation deck, there are plenty of other things to do inside the park. Who could miss the countless souvenir shops in the vicinity of Mines View Park ? From Baguio-made brooms and sweaters to obscene statues and key chains, there are surely plenty of items to choose from. Meet Doglas He loves photoshoots that's for sure

Hiking Mt. Pulag (Ambangeg Trail)

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Our adventure today takes us to the highest peak of Luzon. Mt. Pulag is located in the provinces of Benguet with parts found in Ifugao, and Nueva Viscaya. Overall Mt. Pulag is the third highest peak in the Philippines. Mt. Pulag The name Pulag was the improved name for pulog , the old name of the mountain, which means bare. This might be because of the shrubs that barely cover its peak. Welcome folks Mt. Pulag is one of the most climbed mountains in Luzon. This could be due to the unique beauty and experience that the mountain offers. Swim in the sea of clouds Mountaineers have a variety of trails to choose from. The easiest and most used trail is the Ambangeg Trail . Your trailhead is located in Babadak Ranger Station in Bokod, Benguet. That's Babadak Ranger Station Inside the ranger station If you want a much challenging trail Akiki Trail might be the one for you. Your trailhead is located in Barangay Doacan, Kabayan Benguet. There are other

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