Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
This travel blog gives you a rich information of the Philippines ranging from its peaks, countryside and the urban areas. At any rate, it also showcases the culture of the Philippines. Lastly, it also includes a few travels of the blogger in Asia and Africa. Its title "Lexical Crown" is attributed to the Philippines as a leading tourist destination.
Friday, February 5, 2016
BAGUIO MUSEUM
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
Baguio Museum in its great splendor
The Museum's main door
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
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The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES (UP) BAGUIO
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The iconic statue of Oblation of UP Baguio
The Campus facade
The university campus
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
TAM-AWAN VILLAGE
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
A restaurant in the midst of the village serving native food or any dish of guests' request
The village's facade
The village's main gate
Just one of the native huts where guests can stay for overnight
Just one of the lush and refreshing trails in the village
The intricately-designed entrance to the native restaurant
Guests can enjoy their sumptuous meals in this improvised tribal table and chair
An art gallery in the midst of the village
An art exhibit hall where hosting of big art exhibit hosting activities are held
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
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The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
OUR LADY OF LOURDES GROTTO
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
A Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto
The image of Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto
Just one of the sidelights heading to the image of Our Lady of Lourdes
Kapilya ni Hesus at Maria in the Grotto
The interior of the Kapilya ni Hesus at Maria
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
THE MANSION
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The Mansion as viewed from the rear end of the Wright Park
The imposing main gate of The Mansion
A closer look of The Mansion
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, Mines View Park, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
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The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
MINES VIEW PARK
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The main gate of the park
The iconic park's viewdeck
Topview of the park's viewdeck
Stationary horseback riding picture taking for rental
Once this view here were mines but now was replaced with subdivisions
ornamental, flowering and herbal plants for sale in the park
The mushrooming commercial establishments outside the park
A few meters away from the park is the Mines View Park Hotel
Passing thru the DBP Training Complex when going back to the city
Just one of the refreshing sights when driving back to the city proper
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Baguio Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
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The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
BAGUIO BOTANICAL GARDEN
Location: Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
The facade of the park
Note: This is a part of my January 1-3, 2016 Baguio trip where it includes the following: Camp John Hay, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio Museum, University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, Tam-awan Village, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Wright Park, Dominical Hill and Retreat House, Our Lady of Atonement (Baguio Cathedral), Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and Burnham Park.
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The blogger is a former banker for 9 years, former programme management consultant in Africa, an accountant, travel consultant, accounting and English Proficiency resource speaker, an educator, mountaineer and backpack traveler.
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