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A large number of tourist spots dotted in the small area of Baguio City and it is close to each other. Tam-awan Village is the newly tourist attraction, it consists of Ifugao and Kalinga huts of art gallery, coffee shop, and a workshop hut.

Balatoc Mines & Crosby Park is situated in Itogon, Benguet and just about 30 minute drive from the city. It offers an exciting adventure for the tourist to indulge themselves in mining activities once in their lifetime. The Balatoc Mines Tour is about two hour of touring to the underground and one could experience to ride a train to the famous Vegas Tunnel. It is a fun filling learnung activity where you would know the process of gold mining and dressed up like a miner.

Another spot is to drive along the Kennon Road which was built to connect Baguio City to the lowlands. As you travel you would reach first the Camp 1 with an astonishing view of Bued River and magnificent waterfalls. Next is the Twin Peaks (Camp 2) which boasts of its pristine Klondikes Hot Springs Resort which has a crystalline spring water pool. Camp 3 to 5 is also an exciting driving adventure where you could pass through the zigzag road; one could experience the gentle curve and bend. The temperature is getting cooler as it drives through the camp six. Kennon Road is surrounded with lush green vegetation and verdant tress. You could take a picture at the giant two Lion’s Heads carved in a rock at Camp 6.

Mines View Park is considered as the oldest attraction in Baguio City. It started as the mining place of the American in the 20th century. It offers a stunning view of the Benguet’s gold and copper mines and the lovely Cordillera Mountains. Mines View Park is now a commercial place where you could find giveaways, silverworks stores, handicrafts, carved artifacts store and Good Shepherd Convent store where you could buy their delicacies like strawberry jam, peanut brittle and many more.

Baguio Cathedral or Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral is probably one of the most visited landmarks of the city of pines. It is nestled on top of the Mount Mary Hill. It has more than hundred steps of stairs through the cathedral. It is a sacred place and many of the Filipinos proposed wedding with their fiancée right after they reach the last step of the stairs.
 

     There is no other exciting and interesting place to play golf in Asia but in the Philippines. Golf is not new in the country as it was brought by the Irish from which the said sport is played as it was originated in its continent. There are just several reasons why playing golf is best done in the Philippines.
For one, varied golfing courses dot the entire archipelago and these golfing areas are not just for professionals but for neophytes as well. Some of these courses even have world-class facilities hosting both national and international tournaments. Take for example the Wack Wack  Golf and Country Club. It is located in Manila and has two 18-hole championships courses. The East Course has hosted nationwide and worldwide tournaments like the Philippine Open and World Cup. The West Course is for an all-weather championship course.
     Another reason to be in the Philippines to play golf is its scenic natural view. Even the golf courses are so natural that maintenance of the venue is all what it needs. One of the best golf courses in the Philippines with a spectacular natural view is the Camp John Hay Golf Club. It is located in the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio City which is 5000 feet above sea level. Rolling hills decorate the area, crystal clear lakes occasionally pop up, and tall pine trees scent the surroundings.  It was designed by Jack Nicklaus’ Golden Bear International.  It is just a must place for any golfer!
Philippines is a tropical country, thus offering the best climate possible for a golf escapade. Any planned golf activity could never be decided as a mistake. Golf can be thoroughly enjoyed the whole year round whatever the weather is.
     The best reason, however, in playing golf in the Philippines is practicality. Playing golf in this country is just so very affordable. Hitting a few balls is never heavy for one’s pocket. Tourists can take their time fully enjoying this sport.
     These are but only some of the reasons why and nowhere else in the world!