The Mansion and other Baguio City, Philippines Things to Do Tips

my kids infront of da Mansion

THE MANSION is the official summer residence of the President. Located at the eastern part of the city along the Leonard Wood Road, it was built in 1908 for U.S. governor-generals. It was destroyed in 1945 during the war and rebuilt by the Philippine government

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Things To Do: the MINES VIEW PARK... great view!

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Written by mlt_t

on Sep 6, 2002

MINES VIEW PARKThe main attraction of the park is a promontory where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Benguet's gold and copper mines and the surrounding mountains. It is a spectacular sight to behold and should not be missed when visiting Baguio

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Things To Do: Burham Park... the man made lake in the city!

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on Feb 25, 2003

BURNHAM PARK is centered around a man-made lake located at the heart of the city. The park provides residents of Baguio and its visitors adequate facilities for recreation and relaxation. It was named after the city's planner, Daniel Burnham and is synonymous with Baguio City.

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Things To Do: Wright Park

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Written by mlt_t

on Oct 19, 2004

The Wright Park w/ lots

of fine trees

There are beautiful parks and gardens in different parts of the city and Wright Park is one of them. Located at the eastern part of the city, it is fronting the main gate of The Mansion. A park circle at one end and a shallow elongated rectangular body of water called the "Pool of Pines" are its main features.

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Address: Baguio City

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Things To Do: The Lourdes Grotto

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Written by mlt_t

on Oct 19, 2004

Shrines & places of worship for different faiths & religions such as the Lourdes Grotto are found in the city. Located on a high hill in the western part of Baguio, it has a 252-step stairway that leads to the replica of the image of the Lady of Lourdes.

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Things To Do: The Baguio Cathedral

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on Oct 19, 2004

Baguio Cathedral

This Catholic cathedral is located on top of a hill in the heart of the city and is one of the more familiar and most visited landmarks. It is the biggest Catholic Church in Baguio and is the center of religious activities during the Holy Week when thousands of devotees come up to the city.

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Address: Baguio City

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Things To Do: Phil. Military Academy

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Written by mlt_t

on Oct 26, 2004

PMA ground area

is the premier military institution of the country and is the training ground for future officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It is located 10 kilometers south of downtown Baguio in a 373-hectare military installation named in honor of the hero of Triad Pass, Gen. Gregorio H. Del Pilar.

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Things To Do: Teacher’s Camp

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Written by mlt_t

on Oct 27, 2004

Teacher's Camp gate

Located east of downtown Baguio along Leonard Wood Road, the camp is a training center for teachers from all over the country who come to Baguio during the summer time to enroll in special courses in education. The camp has its own athletic oval where national athletes train. Earlier, it was also the site of the Philippine Military Academy. They’d offer accommodation also in this place.

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Things To Do: Good Shepherd

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on Oct 27, 2004

Good Shepherd Saint