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Place: Mount Makiling

National Art Center

The National Arts Center (NAC), located in the hills of Mount Makiling, Los Baños, Laguna, was established in 1987 to promote and preserve the arts in the Philippines. It houses the Philippine High School for the Arts (PHSA), training young artists in visual arts, music, theater, and dance. The center

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Boy Scout of the Philippines

The Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) at Mount Makiling in Los Baños, Laguna, is a hub for outdoor education and environmental stewardship. The Makiling National Scout Reservation, nestled on the mountain’s slopes, hosts national and international events like jamborees, leadership training, and outdoor workshops. Scouts engage in hiking, camping,

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Peak 2

Peak 2 of Mount Makiling, standing at 1,090 meters above sea level, is a popular and challenging destination for hikers in Los Baños, Laguna. The trek to the summit, through dense rainforest with steep inclines and rocky paths, tests physical endurance but rewards hikers with stunning views of Laguna de

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Flatrocks

Flatrocks, located on the slopes of Mount Makiling in Los Baños, Laguna, is a serene destination known for its flat, layered rock formations spanning a gentle river. Accessible via a short forest trek, it’s popular with hikers, photographers, and nature lovers. Surrounded by Mount Makiling’s rich biodiversity, Flatrocks is perfect

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Mud Spring

The Mud Spring, located on Mount Makiling in Los Baños, is a captivating geothermal feature with bubbling sulfuric mud pools and steam emissions, highlighting the region’s volcanic activity. Surrounded by lush forest, the site is accessible via a moderately challenging hike, where visitors can enjoy diverse flora and fauna. Popular

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