TOP VISITED MOUNTAINS

                                                             Mount Pinatubo,Zambales

In June 1991, people witnessed the second largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century. It destroyed the summit of Mount Pinatubo and from 1,745 meters, it now stands at 1,486 meters. It is located at the intersection of Zambales, Tarlac, and Pampanga and has been a major tourist destination since the 1991 eruption. Although it unleashed a huge expanse of terror and destruction, its past outburst made the land around it more fertile. Today, valleys of ash can still be seen on the way to this mountain.

                                                                  Mount APO,Davao Del Sur

The Bagobo tribes of Mindanao have called this mountain “Apo,” meaning grandfather. It is the highest peak in the Philippines, with a height of 2,954 meters, situated in Davao del Sur. It is an already dormant volcano that has three major summits and a wide volcanic crater containing the crystal clear Lake Venado. It provides a difficult scale for climbers because of its thick mossy forests, steep trails, and giant rock boulders. Sulphur vents and deposits can also be seen throughout the area – a silent reminder of Mount Apo’s volcanic past. It is also a home of the Philippine Monkey-eating Eagle, the world’s largest eagle and the country’s national bird.

                                                         Mount Banahaw,Quezon        

This mountain is said to be the most magical mountain in the Philippines. It allows an easy climb to the peak, which appeals not only to mountaineers but also to all people who take interest in it. It is believed that fairies, ghosts, and even aliens are taking shelter in the area, making it an interestingly bizarre stage of myths and stories. During Holy Week, it is a favorite spot of religious people because they believe miracles and divine apparitions happen here.

                                                      Katinglad Mountain Range,Bukidnon

This series of high mountains is famous for its biodiversity and juicy pineapples. It is made up of five large mountains, with Mount Dulang-Dulang being the highest at 2,938 meters. It has many species of flora and fauna like unusual mossy plants, orchids, brown deer, lizards, cloud rats, and at least 74 avian species, including the Philippine Monkey-eating Eagle. Kitanglad Range and its surrounding plains are also the ancestral domain of several indigenous people as well as the location of the Del Monte Pineapple Plantation, the largest in the world. Climbing this mountain requires endurance, a lot of waterproofing, and most of all, a camera.

                                                             Mount Pico de Loro,Cavite
This mountain has an elevation of 664 meters above sea level at Maragondon, Cavite, 85 kilometers southwest of Manila. When the Spanish colonizers came in the 1500s, they named it Pico de Loro because its rocky summit resembles a parrot’s beak. Today, mountaineers and hikers venture this amazing mountain for its rare plants and animals and its exquisite summit views of forests, volcanoes, and beaches. The southern view is blocked by a huge tower of rock. This is ideal for beginners because the terrains are not too steep or hard to climb, although strong winds are something to beware of.

 

                                                           Mount Kanla.on,Negros Occidental

The 2,465-meter-high Mount Kanla-on is one of the most beautiful mountains in the Philippines. It is certainly the highest and most active volcano in Visayas, showcasing its craters, cones, sulphuric vents, hot springs, caves, natural gardens, and mini forests. Most prominent are the enormous caldera on the north and a deep active crater on the south. It truly has an astonishing scenery and magical flora and fauna that will captivate the eyes of mountaineers.