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CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION

I. Brief History

Many theories have been postulated to account for the origin of the people inhabiting the mountain regions of the Philippines. The Land Bridge Theory claims that the Philippines was part of the Southern Asia Mainland and the Northern Luzon maintain tribes that came through these bridges during the last glacial period between 1200 and 1500 B.C.

Contradictory to these assumptions is the Wave Migration Theory, which occurred thousands of years after the disappearance of the land bridges in 3,000-4,000 B.C. The theory states that groups of migrants came by boat from the neighboring lands during the Neolithic period. The Neolithic culture, which they brought with them, is still evident in the rice terraces, cloth weaving and the use of iron implements.

Scholars differ in their contentions of the mountain people’s ancestors, however, a prominent number supports the contention that the ancestors of the mountain people came from the South East Asia Mainland.

In the process of settling down, the early inhabitants became geographically isolated from one another. The long period of isolation and adaptation to the environment gave rise to variations of culture.

When the Spaniards came to the Philippines, they were able to set foot in the Cordilleras as early as 1608 but with minimal influence. They were able to establish commandancias in Benguet, Ifugao and Kalinga- Apayao but their stay did not last long enough to pacify the people of the hinterlands when the Americans came.

When the American regime dawned upon the Cordillera wild lands, the new colonial government found the people still not pacified. The government decided to establish a separate political history for them under Act. No. 1876 of the Philippine Commission, the Mountain Province was divided into seven (7) sub provinces namely: Amburayan, Apayao, Benguet, Bontoc, Ifugao Kalinga, and Lepanto. Eight years later, and under Act No. 2772 promulgated on February 4,1920, Mountain Province was reconstituted into five provinces- Benguet, Ifugao, Bontoc and Kalinga -Apayao.

The movement for local autonomy and administrative decentralization before the authoritarian rule has preceded the establishment of the Cordillera Administrative Region. On September 3,1986, President Corazon C. Aquino met with the representatives of the Cordillera Bodong Administration (CBA) and the Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CPLA) and the Alasiw (cessation of hostilities) to acknowledge their aspiration for autonomy.

However, pending the enactment of the organic act for the Cordillera Administrative Region, the President issued Executive Order No. 220 on July 15,1987 creating the Cordillera Administrative Region consisting of the provinces of Abra, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga - Apayao, Mountain Province and the chartered City of Baguio.

II. Regional Vision

"We the people of the Cordilleras, proud of our culture and heritage rooted in spirituality, shall have a truly autonomous region of united, enlightened and empowered citizenry who shall pursue sustainable development where responsibilities and benefits are equitably shared by all.”

The Regional Development Council is the primary institution to unify and coordinate efforts toward the development of the region as:

A bastion of rich indigenous culture and knowledge;

Champion of good governance; Physically integrated and accessible;

Watershed Cradle;

Family-oriented eco-tourist destination

Prime educational center;

Food basket; and

Agri- and light industry producer

For an improved quality of life for the people of the Cordilleras.”

III. OVERVIEW OF THE REGION

Climate

The region's climate generally falls under types I and III. Type I is characterized by two (2) pronounced seasons dry season from December to May and wet from June to November. The provinces that fall under this type are Benguet including Baguio City; eastern part of Abra, Ifugao and Mt. Province. Type III has no pronounced maximum rain period with a short dry season lasting only from one to three months. The provinces of Kalinga and Apayao including the western part of Abra, Ifugao and Mountain Province fall under this type.

Land Resources

The Cordillera is endowed with abundant mineral reserves. These are metallic ores such as gold, copper, silver, zinc and non - metallic reserves found in Abra, Benguet, Kalinga, Apayao and Mountain Province. However, mining operations are still concentrated in Benguet where almost 100 percent of the region's mineral production in 1988 were registered. In addition, the region has untapped geothermal energy resources and underdeveloped hydroelectric power resources.

Population and Economy

The region is the least populated region in the country despite its vast land area. The total population in 1995 was 1,254,838 and grew to 1,365,220 in 2000 reflecting an average annual growth rate of 1.82% percent during the period 1995-2000. Consistently, it has bested the other regions in terms of positive employment rates indicating a vibrant and potential-laden economy. Agriculture remains to be the primary pre-occupation, which employs more than one-half of the region's work force.

Affirming its location as the geographic pinnacle of the Philippines, the budding Cordillera Administrative Region truly stands out as the incomparable frontier for development.

Geography Location : North Central Portion of Luzon Boundaries : North - Ilocos Norte & Cagayan South - Pangasinan & Nueva Vizcaya East - Cagayan Valley West - Ilocos Region

Political Subdivision

Province / City No. of Municipalities Barangays Baguio City N/A 129 Abra 27 304 Benguet 13 267 Ifugao 11 174 Kalinga 8 152 Apayao 7 107 Mt. Province 10 144 Total 1,277

Topography: Generally rugged

Elevation : Minimum - below 5 meters above sea (in Abra) Maximum - 2,922 meters above sea level level (Mt. Pulag, Benguet)

Slope : More than one half of the region has a slope of 50% and above. Thus there is a very limited area for intensive agriculture and settlement.

Soil : Clayloam

LAND AREA AND POPULATION BY PROVINCE CAR: 1995 & 2000

PROVINCE/CITY LAND AREA POPULATION GROWTH RATE To update population (In Sq. Km) 1995 2000 1995-2000

ABRA 3,992.1 195,964 209,491 6.90 BENGUET 2,606.5 313,833 330,129 5.19 IFUGAO 2,517.8 149,598 161,623 8.04 KALINGA 7,047.6 154,145 174,023 12.90 APAYAO 4.083.0 83,660 97,129 16.10 MT. PROVINCE 2,097.3 130755 140,439 7.41 BAGUIO CITY 48.9 1,254,838 1,365,220 11.24 CAR 18,293.7 1,143,22 1,563,381 9.68

IV. TOURISM THRUST AND VISION

The Cordillera Tourism Master Plan adopts "culture" and "nature" as its main thrust and vision for development. This thrust is sufficiently embodied and summed up in what is popularly known today as "eco-tourism." The overriding goal is to preserve, conserve and enhance the area's natural environment and its rich tribal culture for people and visitors to appreciate, enjoy and learn from.

PROGRAM INTERVENTIONS:

Physical Infrastructure Program - to address accessibility problems, communications and other basic infrastructures such as water supply, electrification, sanitation and waste management.

Site Facilities Development Program - to address specific cluster/site development requirement for tourism development such as the array of accommodation facilities and support infrastructure, site enhancement projects and other tourism products to be established in each cluster/site identified. Land use planning is a critical component of site development. Socio-cultural and Livelihood Program - includes community based schemes to enhance participation and expression of local culture by the host communities, on one hand, and tourists' appreciation of cultural values and learning experiences on the other. It also provides for opportunities to the local communities to generate livelihood and income from tourism activities.

Environmental Protection and Enhancement Program - provides appropriate interventions for ensuring environmentally friendly tourism activities including restoration and enhancement of natural assets.

Tourism Promotion and Marketing Program - to embark on a sustained tourism information development for promoting CAR tourism particularly ecotourism in the local and international markets.

Institutional/Policy Development Program - to create a conducive policy environment and acquire capabilities and resources to implement and manage a coordinated multi-sectoral effort for tourism development in CAR including encouraging private sector participation. Investment in identified programs and projects.

TOURISM STATISTICS

Tourist arrivals in the Cordillera Administrative Region registered a volume of 844,765 for the period January to December 2004. This shows a decrease of 12.09% compared to the same period last year with a volume of 960,945. The figure represents 92.94% Domestic travellers, 6.79% Foreign travellers and only .27% overseas travellers.

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(200,000) 2003 2004 % change Domestic 904,094 785,093 -13.16% Foreign 53,714 57,381 6.83% Balikbayan 3,137 2,291 -26.97% Total 960,945 844,765 -12.09%

DISTRIBUTION OF TOURIST ARRIVALS PER CITY/PROVINCE

PROVINCE 2003 2004 Growth Rate CAR Domestic 904,094 785,093 -13.16% Foreign 53,714 57,381 6.83% Balikbayan 3,137 2,291 -26.97% 960,945 844,765 -12.09% ABRA Domestic 8,510 10,409 22.31% Foreign 149 104 -30.20% Balikbayan 4 - -100.00% 8,663 10,513 21.36% BAGUIO CITY Domestic 767,713 626,297 -18.42% Foreign 41,504 17,634 -57.51% Balikbayan 2,823 1,780 -36.95% 812,040 645,711 -20.48% BENGUET Domestic 53,537 52,510 -1.92% Foreign 1,434 6,910 381.87% Balikbayan - 25 54,971 59,445 8.14% IFUGAO Domestic 32,993 57,293 73.65% Foreign 7,065 27,266 285.93% Balikbayan 227 486 114.10% 40,285 85,045 111.11% KALINGA Domestic 15,113 9,640 -36.21% Foreign 1,596 3,375 111.47% Balikbayan 81 - 16,790 13,015 -22.48% APAYAO Domestic 296 738 149.32% Foreign - 110 Balikbayan - - 296 848 186.49% MT. PROVINCE Domestic 25,932 28,206 8.77% Foreign 1,966 1,982 0.81% Balikbayan 2 - -100.00% 27,900 30,188 8.20% TOURISTS 6,005,906,250 5,279,781,250 -12.09% RECEIPTS

Baguio City remains the major contributor of total arrivals in CAR posting a percentage contribution of 76.44%. This is followed by Ifugao with percentage contribution of 10.07%, Benguet with 7.04%, Mt. Province, 3.57, Kalinga 1.54%, Abra 1.24%, and Apayao .10%.

City/Province Volume % Contribution Rank BAGUIO CITY 645,711 76.44% 1 IFUGAO 85,045 10.07% 2 BENGUET 59,445 7.04% 3 MT. PROVINCE 30,188 3.57% 4

KALINGA 1% 13,015 1.54% 5 ABRA 0% 10,513 1.24% 6 4% 2% APAYAO7% 848 0.10%BAGUIO CITY7 IFUGAO 10% BENGUET Total 844,765 MT. PROVINCE KALINGA 76% ABRA APAYAO The major market for CAR for 2004 is USA with a volume of 9,606 showing an increase of 11.93% compared to last year. Japan market decreased by 57.71% and Korea market increased by 29.57%.

CAR TOP TEN MARKET (2003-2004)

RANK NATIONALITY VOLUME % SHARE NATIONALITY RANK VOLUME % SHARE GROWT 2003 2004 H 1 JAPAN 10,944 20.37% USA 1 9,606 16.74% -57.71% 2 USA 8,582 15.98% KOREA 2 5,328 9.29% 11.93% 3 AUSTRALIA 4,735 8.82% JAPAN 3 4,628 8.07% -45.79% 4 CHINA 4,377 8.15% FRANCE 4 3,665 6.39% -42.08% 5 KOREA 4,112 7.66% GERMANY 5 3,241 5.65% 29.57% 6 GERMANY 2,469 4.60% CANADA 6 2,704 4.71% 31.27% 7 CANADA 1,822 3.39% UK 7 2,689 4.69% 48.41% 8 UNITED 1,520 2.83% AUSTRALIA 8 2,567 4.47% 76.91% KINGDOM 9 FRANCE 1,445 2.69% CHINA 9 2,535 4.42% 153.63% 10 SWITZERLAND 1,064 1.98% HOLLAND 10 1,631 2.84% 15.41% HONGKONG 821 SWITZERLAND 1228 TOTAL 53,714 57,381

NO. OF ESTABLISHMENTS AND NO. OF ROOMS

The Cordillera region recorded 192 establishments in 2004 with a total of 4,637 rooms. Baguio City still registered the highest number of establishments at 110 with 3,774 rooms. There was an addition of 6 more accommodation establishments with the construction of new hotels, such as Microtel Inn & Suites, Starwood Hotel and others. Hotel Supreme also expanded with the construction of a Convention Plaza adding 42 more rooms.

CITY/PROVINCE NO. OF NO. OF ESTABLISHMENTS ROOMS BAGUIO CITY 110 3,774 ABRA 8 82 APAYAO 2 8 BENGUET 15 101 IFUGAO 18 281 KALINGA 12 85 MT. PROVINCE 27 306

TOTAL 192 4,637

AVERAGE OCCUPANCY RATE

The overall occupancy rate in CAR is recorded at 33.47%. This posted a decrease of 8.78% compared to the rate last year of 42.25%. Ifugao registered the highest occupancy rate of 69.16%.

CITY/PROVINCE AVERAGE OCCUPANCY RATE

ABRA 27.38% APAYAO 11.04% BAGUIO CITY 29.27% BENGUET 61.31% IFUGAO 69.16% KALINGA 28.54% MT. PROVINCE 7.55%

AVE. TOTAL/MONTH 33.47%

Source of Data: National Economic Development Authority - CAR Department of Tourism – CAR

CITY OF BAGUIO BRIEF HISTORY

During the Spanish Era, Benguet was not a remote area for the Spaniards to explore. The vastness and promising economic potential of the place lured the Spaniards to conduct series of expeditions. Early explorers included Juan Salcedo in 1572 and Don Q.M. Quirante in 1664. Series of attempts were made to subjugate the “Igorots “ but failed. Finally in 1864, Commandante de Galvey established his Commandancia at La Trinidad, Benguet (named after his wife). Galvey went to establish the province of Benguet with 31 rancherias. The first Kapitan of Benguet was Pulito of Kafagway, now Baguio, a minor rancheria of about 20 houses.

The presidentia of Baguio was first established in the house of the Campulet at the top of the Tabacalera road at the lower end of Guisad Valley. Later, the presidentia of Baguio was moved to the present site of the Baguio City Hall.

The Spaniards established order, built churches and schools, made trails and introduced coffee during their long occupation of the area.

The Americans came early in 1900 and established their government with H. Whitmarsh as the appointed Governor of Benguet and Baguio as the capital. This was the first provincial government to be established in the Philippines and this happened a year prior to the inauguration of the civil government of the Philippines. Their best administrators and teachers were fervent boosters and promoters: Worcester, Wright, Forbes, Pack, Barrows, Eckman and others who together with Filipinos committed to make the place a haven.

Several mines near Baguio within Benguet were developed and were very productive. Business in the city also flourished with the establishment of commercial centers. Recreational facilities were also installed. Then, the city grew before the outbreak of World War II.

Baguio was bombed on December 8,1941 by the Japanese and they occupied it on December 27 of the same year. When the war ended, rehabilitation was immediately done with the supervision of the Americans based at Camp John Hay. Since then, the city became a favorite for vacationists.

The July 16, 1990 earthquake devastated the entire city with its infrastructure, buildings and its populace but it did not end here. Four years after the great earthquake, Baguio City has recovered and is standing firm and proud for its restored heritage.

Until today, Baguio City as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, is the most frequented destination in Northern Luzon by local and foreign tourists alike.

I. OVERVIEW OF THE CITY Geography and land area Baguio City, approximately 250 kilometers north of Manila is, situated in the heart of the Province of Benguet. The area of the city is 49 square kilometers enclosed in a perimeter of 30.6 kilometers. The developed portion of the city is a plateau that rises to an elevation of 1,400 meters. Most of it lies on the northern half of the city.

There are two great valleys found in the south and the north of the city. The more famous Guisad - Lucban Valley has an elevation that ranges from 1,300 to 1,400 meters and is centrally located towards the north. The southern valley is composed of long and narrow vales surrounded by low hills and transected by a network of hills. Some of the more important valleys are Camp 7, Loakan, Bakakeng and Crystal Cave, These valleys are arable as they are rich with alluvial deposits.

The summits on the plateau offer panoramic views. The summits that face the west: Quezon Hill, Mirador -Dominican Hill and the Bureau of Animal Industry Stock Farm which offers splendid view of the Ilocos Coastal Plain, Lingayen Gulf and the South China Sea during cloudless days.

Another famous promontory is Mines View Park, which overlooks the mining town of Itogon and offers a glimpse of the Amburayan Valley. All over the city, however are sporadically scattered steep side hills and mountains. About half the area of the city has a slope of 25% or more.

Government

A popularly elected Mayor heads the city government of Baguio. He is assisted by the Vice-mayor and a 12 - man legislative council called the Sangguniang Panglunsod. The last election was conducted in May 2001.

Citizens participate actively in government affairs and public issues. Baguio enjoys a especially informal atmosphere, so that even the officials are not detached and removed from the populace.

Congressman: Atty. Mauricio Domogan Mayor: Atty. Braulio Yaranon Vice-Mayor: Reynaldo Bautista Jr. Climate

Baguio is 8 degrees cooler on any month on the average than any place in the lowlands. When Manila sweats at 35 degrees centigrade of above, Baguio seldom exceeds 26 degrees centigrade at its warmest. The lowest temperature reading made by the local weather bureau was 6.3 degrees centigrade, recorded in January 18, 1961.

Baguio is very wet during the Philippine rainy season, which is from June to October. The recorded heaviest volume of rainfall in Baguio City was in 1911 when it measured 9,038.3 mm.

However from November to May, Baguio becomes a tropical paradise, a refreshing break from the hot and humid Philippine climate. Christmas season is when Baguio glows with the nippy winter air. Nights are good for bonfires.

In the summer months of March, April, and May, Baguio lives up to its title as the Summer Capital of the Philippines when thousands of visitors from the lowlands and Manila take their annual exodus to the city to cool off. Casual clothing is recommended worn with jackets or sweaters especially in the late afternoon or evenings.

Population

The population of the city as of 2000 is 252,386. The youth constitute nearly half of the population. There is a trace of longevity among the people, of who are aged over 60. The middle aged group numbers 70,511. During the peak of the annual tourist influx, particularly during the Lenten period, transients triple the population. Language Spoken

English is widely spoken and understood. It is the medium of instruction in all public and private schools. Most newspapers and magazines are printed in English, hence, an English speaking traveler would not find communication problems. The national language, Filipino, is of course spoken by everyone. Ilocano is also spoken by almost everybody.

Major Industries

The three dominant industries in the city are tourism, education and integrated circuits.

Tourism remains to be a dominant industry, especially with the improved access roads. Lowlanders come to the city during the hot summer months.

Baguio has about 50, 000 college and vocational students.

Texas Instruments initiated the Export Processing Zone now Philippine Export Zone Authority (PEZA). Today, they export six hundred million dollars of products annually.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Baguio is the gateway to the wonders of Northern Luzon. The calm beaches of La Union; the fabled Hundred Islands of Pangasinan; the world famous Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao; the ancient churches, Spanish influenced houses, historical and cultural relics of Ilocos Sur and Ilocos Norte, the Kabayan of the tribes of Benguet, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Kalinga, Apayao and Abra.

HISTORICAL 1. Marker of the Philippine Commission’s First Session in Baguio This is the site of the building where the members of the Philippine Commission met from April 22 to June 11, 1904 and officially initiated the use of Baguio as the Philippine Summer Capital.

The Commission was composed of Governor General Luke Wright, president, and Commissioners Henry Ide, Dean C. Worcester, T Padre Tavera, Benito Legarda, Jose de Luzuriaga, James Smith and Cameron Forbes.

To celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Baguio a project was done to locate, clean and spruce up all historical markers.

2. Kennon Road and its Builder Named after Col. Lyman W. Kennon, who was the final builder of the famous Benguet road, with the help of the industrious Cordillerans and foreign workers.

Kennon road is the shortest and the most scenic highway linking Baguio and the lowlands. The lion’s head can be found along the way.

Final construction of this road was finished in 1903. Col. L. Kennon first ascended to Baguio in 1905.

Of the original workers, the Igorots and Japanese were admired for their trustworthiness and willingness to work.

Kennon was closed to traffic after the July 16, 1990 earthquake. It is now open to light vehicles only.

3. Diplomat Hotel on Dominican Hill In May 1911, the councils of the Province of the Dominican Order voted to construct a vacation house in Baguio on a 17-hectare property they had acquired when the American authorities were encouraging people to come here. Actual work started in 1913 under Fr. Roque Ruano and the building was inaugurated on May 23, 1925. To take advantage of the tax exemptions a school called Collegio del Santissimo Rosario was opened in June 1915 but due to the very small enrollment the school closed in 1917, reverting the building to the original vacation house.

During WWII refugees first occupied it. Later the Japanese Army Liberation Forces had to bomb out the refugees from the buildings. The five hits left very extensive damage and for a time it was left unrepaired. Reconstruction was started in 1947 and completed in 1948 with most of its pre-war grandeur and beauty restored.

In 1973, Diplomat Hotels, Inc. acquired ownership, remodeled the interior into a 33-bedroom hotel with modern facilities, but retained the unique and distinct personality of the Dominican Hill. In the 80’s the hotel ceased operations due to the death of one of its majority stockholders. Plans are underway to develop this historical religious landmark into a tourist resort.

4. Philippine Military Academy The Philippine Commission promulgated Act No. 175, which became the basis for the creation of the Philippine Constabulary in August 8, 1905. The school for the officers of the constabulary was first located in Sta. Lucia Barracks in Manila. Later in 1908, it was relocated in Baguio on the site known as Constabulary Hill later renamed Camp Henry T. Allen, in honor of the first chief of the Philippine Constabulary.

With the passage of the Jones Law, the school was later changed to “Academy for Officers of the Philippine Constabulary” with a two-year curriculum. In 1908, the course was raised to collegiate level and later lengthened to three years with class 1938 as having the last graduates of that course.

When the commonwealth government was established in 1935, the Philippine Military Academy was created in place of the Philippine Constabulary Academy. Under the National Defense Act, the PMA was authorized to maintain cadet strength of 350. Because of increased population, the academy transferred to Teachers Camp in June 1936 where it remained until WWII broke out.

After the war the PMA headquarters was temporarily relocated at Camp Murphy and later at Alabang, while Camp Allen was being rehabilitated. Since May 1950 the Philippine Military Academy has found its permanent home at Fort del Pilar, Loakan, Baguio City.

5. The Mansion This imposing and majestic mansion has a long list of Filipino Presidents and American governor-generals. It has elegantly structured building and guesthouse. Its gate is patterned after that of London’s Buckingham Palace. The Mansion has also been the site of several international conferences and a working office of the President of the Philippines during his visits to the City.

6. Camp John Hay This former American recreational facility is currently undergoing development as a world class resort. As of March 27, 1999, the golf course was completed and is now open, The skating rink, picnic area, and the mini golf course at the Scout Hill area are likewise open.

7. Teachers Camp It was through the vacation normal school, which began in 1908 teachers from all over, the islands were able to have a respite and some time for studies.

In a letter to the Secretary of Public Instruction, Governor William Pack outlined his plan to set up a camp in Baguio where teachers can be accommodated. The plan was approved on January 8, 1908 and the camp was opened on April 6, 1908. For a start, four assembly tents were put up for kitchen, dining and storage purposes and two other large tents were set aside for class purposes. Later on, the “KURSAAK" was constructed in 1909 as a permanent structure and took over the functions of the mess tent, aside from being the social center for assemblies. The next year, other buildings were added, the road traversing the vast hectare leveled and the athletic field out in its hollow.

It now caters to conferences, meetings, seminars and social functions sponsored by the government sector.

CULTURAL/HISTORICAL 1. Easter Weaving Room This school was built in 1905 under Samuel Drury with funds donated by Bishop Brent of the Episcopalian Church of the Philippines. It opened in 1906 as a church school. Dr. Benjamin Platt introduced the Easter School Weaving Room as an industrial work in the curriculum. By 1924 there were five buildings and in 1928 they inaugurated the Chapel of the Holy Innocents. Before World War II, the Easter School Compound, which had nine buildings, were raised to the ground by the American Liberation Forces. With only the Headquarters and the Nurses' Cottage standing then, rehabilitation started to complete the compound as it is now. It is the right place to visit for those who are interested in native fabrics and other handicrafts. Here one can witness the actual process of cloth weaving as practiced by the natives of the Mountain Provinces for ages.

2. Saint Louis Filigree Shop This is a handicraft shop specializing in silver jewelry and other filigree products. Some of the craftsmen are only high school students. This shop is in the center of the city and was established in 1916.

3. Baguio Tourism Complex Within the complex along Gov. Pack Road are the Baguio Sunshine Park, the Regional Office of the Department of Tourism and Secretary’s Cottage. The Sunshine Park features flowering garden and a covered stage with ethnic design, which is often used, for cultural presentation. The park itself is designed after a shield. 4. Baguio - Mountain Provinces Museum This museum is temporarily located at the Baguio Convention Center. It has on display a variety of artifacts and relics showcases the cultural heritage, customs and traditions of the mountain provinces. The cluster of buildings within the complex depicts the architectural features of the native houses of the mountain provinces. The Department of Tourism and the City government of Baguio are undertaking a reconstruction of the Baguio -Mountain Provinces Museum.

5. Baguio Convention Center (BCC) Situated across the University of the Philippines College Baguio exudes an ethnic flavor considered the most spacious edifice North of Manila. The BCC initially gained prominence when it became the site of the 1978 internationally renowned chess championship series between Anatoly Karpov and Victor Korchnoi. It was inaugurated by former Pres. Ferdinand Marcos on July 17, 1978 during the opening of the series. It continues to cater to conferences, conventions, meetings and other social functions in the City. It now temporarily houses the Baguio Mt.-Provinces Museum Foundation, Inc.

6. Educational Institutions There are six (6) colleges and universities in Baguio. These are the University of the Philippine College, Philippine Military Academy, University of Baguio, Saint Louis University, Baguio Colleges Foundation, Baguio Central University, Pines City Colleges and the international school in the city, Brent International School. 7. SLU Museum Located in the premise of the school (SLU), it showcases the different culture heritages of the Cordilleras and some lowland amenities. Artifacts and relics including an ancient coffin can be seen on display. A curator is always stationed for the convenience of visitors to explain the artifacts and the culture of the Cordilleras.

8. Ifugao Woodcarvers Village Along the way to Asin, about 5 kilometers from the city, is an Ifugao wood carving village, which produces and sells beautiful hand-carved curio items at very low prices.

NATURAL 1. Asin Hot Spring Located 16 kilometers northwest of Baguio, the resort’s main feature is a swimming pool surrounded by thermal springs, lush vegetation and several hanging bridges. It is an ideal respite. This is now eyed to be redeveloped into a tourism resort along with the adjoining tourist attractions of Tuba and Baguio.

2. Mt. Sto. Tomas A trek up to the Mount Sto. Tomas is a hiker delight. The peak is 7,500 feet high and commands a majestic view of mountains, sea and valley. The mountain can be reached by foot or by vehicle.

RELIGIOUS 1. Lourdes Grotto This is a religious shrine housing the image of the Lady of Lourdes. About 252 steps lead to this shrine where pilgrims brave the steep climb to offer sacrifices, devotion and prayers. One is also regarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the city.

2. Baguio Cathedral One of the familiar landmarks in Baguio, the structure with its twin spires and one hundred steps sits on top of a hill in the heart of the city, offering church goers and visitors a chance to get a bird's eye view of the entire commercial hub. 3. Bell Church This cluster of temples is located on the border of Baguio City and Trinidad Valley. Its exotic oriental architecture, pagodas roof, ornate gateway, dragon ornaments and Buddha - guarded windows gaze from atop a hill. The Bell Temple priest practices a mixture of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Christianity. One may even try having his fortune told.

4. Churches, Seminars and Convents Baguio is an ideal location for meditation, contemplation and spiritual renewal hence the existence of no less religious denominations that run churches, seminaries, convents and other institutions such as hospitals and schools.

MAN - MADE 1. Burnham Park It is the oldest of all Baguio parks. One can unwind from the tension of the day-to-day bustle by biking, skating or simply reflecting on the day’s experiences amid a soothing garden backdrop of colorful flowers.

It is thickly wooded and is a great place to have picnics and concerts. There are tennis and basketball courts, a football field, athletic oval and an orchidarium.

2. Botanical Garden It is also called the Igorot village, which features native huts typical of the Cordillera architecture. This village within a village captures the ethnic spirit and cultural legacy of the Igorot dweller.

The garden is also a site of cultural presentations and other tribal meetings.

3. Mines View Park Appropriately named for its breathtaking view of Benguet's mountain ranges where gold, silver and other ores were once quarried.

There are souvenir shops around the park offering such items as woodcarvings, woven cloth, ashtrays, shell products and other curio items.

4. Wright Park It is sometimes mistakenly called “Ride Park” by some that identify this pine tree park reserve for kiddy horse rides. A long stairway leads to the “Pool of the Pines”, a 100 meter long pool of water lined on both sides by the famous Baguio towering pine.

5. Baguio Country Club This club was organized with funds, which were privately contributed. They built tennis courts and cottages. Today Baguio Country Club has 200 guestrooms and suites in a new building. It also boasts a beautiful 18- hole, 61-par golf course for its members and guests.

6. Session Road / Market During the early years of Baguio, buildings only on the left side opposite the hill on which the church was built occupied Session Road. A big stream spanned by wooden bridge crossed the lowest portion of the road. Beyond this bridge was the swampland where bull carts parked and congregated thereby starting what is now called the market. Many of the open-air stalls spread out towards Lucban following the banks of the steam and thus determined the direction of the market expansion.

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1. Baguio Ecumenical Holy Week (Holy Week) - focuses on Baguio as a spiritual center. The first commemoration initiated by the religious sector of the Non-Government Organizations started last March 1991 with the theme “Baguio, a journey to spiritual renewal.”

2. “Panagbenga” or Baguio Flower Festival (February) - focuses on Baguio as the Flower Garden City of the North. Highlights included, flower exhibits, lectures, garden tours, floral contest and a parade of floats. It was scheduled February 17-25, 2001.

3. Baguio Foundation Day (September 1st) - commemorates the anniversary of Baguio since it became a chartered city in 1909. Art exhibits, parades, programs, cultural shows and sister-city programs are often scheduled.

4. Baguio Arts Festival (November to December) - this is an annual event started in November 1989 sponsored by the Baguio Arts Guild, the Department of Tourism and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. This envisioned Baguio to be the permanent venue for the festival. The features of the event are visual arts, which includes photography, film, video, sculpture and art installations and ethnic arts.

5. Christmas in Baguio - an annual Christmas activity highlighting numerous activities like cantatas, children’s mardigras, sports competition, etc. The City Government of Baguio, National Correspondents Club of the Philippines and RPN-DZBS Radio Station spearhead it. a. Silahis ng Pasko b. Share-A-Toy c. Lucky Foreign Balikbayan d. Phil-Am Golf Tournament e. Himig ng Pasko

6. Impakabsat (November) - a trade and Tourism Fair show casing the products and services of the Cordilleras.

7. Baguio Tossed Salad Festival (October) - initiated by the Baguio Association of Hotels & Inns (BAHAI), this festival features the different products of Baguio and Benguet through the serving of vegetable salad to thousands of people/visitors. IV. SUPPORT FACILITIES

Accredited Accommodation Establishments (as of May 2005) (Prices subject to change w/o prior notice)

Name of Address/Tel. No. No. of RateRange Features/Facilities Establishment Area Code (074) Rooms In Pesos RESORT 'AAA" Country Club Rd, Baguio 181 P 3,000 Coffee shop, swimming pool, Baguio Country City golf, restaurants, gym, sauna, Club Tel No. 442-5060-68 billiards, table & lawn tennis, jacuzzi, & bowling Camp John Hay Camp John Hay, Loakan 189 P4,000- Coffee shop, golf, Manor Road single restaurants, gym, sauna, “AA” Tel No. 446-0231 to 50 Jacuzzi, souvenir shop, piano & jazz bar Santo Tomas Rd. Standard gift shops, disco, sport Tel. 444-5140 1,540 facilities, conference room, Green Valley e-mail: 125 double- convention Resort "A" [email protected] 2,035 apartel- 3,300 Masters Restaurant, bar, conference STANDARD bedroom hall, medical services power Legarda Road 1,500 generator, security services, 36 Baguio Palace Tel. 442-7734 Twinbed- and parking space. Hotel 1,600 Fam-2,900 Name of Address/Tel. No. No. of RateRange Features/Facilities Establishment Area Code (074) Rooms In Pesos Single- Cable TV, telephone, hot & 450 cold shower, function rooms, Twin- 900 credit cards honored , 5 units Upper Gen. Luna Rd. Tel. Double- apartels Citylight Hotel 11 444-7544/ 444-7547 1600 Fam-2,200 Apartel- 3,200 Standard- Restaurant, conference 1,200 rooms, gym, hot & cold, bath (good for tubs 2) De Luxe- 1,400 Executive suite- No. 15 Kisad Road City Travel Hotel 32 2,250 Tel. No.445.0456 Family junior(Do uble Decked)- 2,450 Presidenti al suite- 3,000 Standard Cable TV, IDD/NDD 1,782 telephone, hot & cold Europa Center Legarda de luxe shower, refrigerator, Road 4,026 conference halls, restaurant, Tel. 443-2058 classic- game room, piano bar Concorde Hotel 150 Website: 2,970 http://www2.mozcom.com/- superior- concorde 2,700 royal suite 4,488 Corner Asin Naguilian Rd Restaurant/Coffee shop, hot Tel. No. 447-8888 & cold water, aircon, TV, Coyeesan Hotel P2,000 to convention hall, hotel within 51 Plaza 8,000 a mall, gym, KTV, supermarket, Internet, Sauna, parking space (300 cars) No. 50 Engineers Hill Standard Tel. No. 443-4846 Twin- 1,873 Double de Luxe(non- aircon)- 2,268 Twin de Luxe Restaurant, conference El Cielito Inn (Aircon)- rooms, Apartels, hot & cold 2,495 Superior- 2,985 Apartel(6) -4,711 Apartel(4) -3,735

Tiongsan Bldg. 22 Restaurant, hot & cold Hotel Villa Rosal P2,000 to Magsaysay Ave. 48 water,TV, conference hall, 4,000 Tel No. 443-8112 supermarket No. 17 Legarda Road Tel. Restaurant, conference Prince Plaza Hotel 54 No. 442-5082 rooms, hot & cold 288 Marcos Highway Restaurants, hot & cold Summer Place P1,800 to Tel No. 446-0560 50 water, TV, convention halls, Hotel 6,000 gym, apartelle, supermarket Abanao St. Restaurants, hot & cold P1,800 to Hotel Veniz Tel. No. 446-0700 72 water,TV, conference halls, 4,500 supermarket, coffee shops Hotel Constancia Military Cut-Off 18 Standard Restaurant, hot & cold, cable Tel. NO. 444-8202 Double(2) TV -1,595 Standard Twin(2)- 1,795 Junior Suite (4)- 2,795 Extra bed -385

Name of Address/Tel. No. No. of Features/Facilities Establishment Area Code (074) Rooms RateRange In Pesos

13 Magsaysay Avenue Dining facilities, carpeted 443-2011 Twin/Dou piped in music, telephone, e-mail: ble-1,557 color TV, swimming pool, [email protected] Triple- spa, tour arrangement, major 1,839 credit cards, fitness center Family de luxe-1,948 Apartel(2 Jacussi bedrms)- Steam bath sauna Supreme Hotel 2,950 Coffee shop Studio- Type- 2,850 Apartel 69 for 5 – 2,117

Convention Plaza Executive Suite- 3,000 Junior suite- 1,836 Family de luxe for 4 – 2,500

ECONOMY Abanao St P 1,500 to TV, conference hall, KTV, Gracious Hotel Tel. No. 442-5078 35 4,500 hot & cold Angeli #35 Montinola Subd, Kisad Single- Rd, Baguio City 1,000 Convention hall, all rooms Tel 442-2259 Double- Hotel Reneca 21 with private bath, telephone, 1,400 T.V. Family- 2,000 41 Magsaysay Avenue P1,500 to Restaurant, hot & cold Elegant Hotel 30 Tel. No. 442-9322 4,000 water,TV, conference hall Green Mile 6 Guevarra St, Aurora Hill P 2,000 to Apartelle, hot & cold, TV, 32 Condotel tel no. 446-4115 6,000 conference hall, restaurant Microtel Inn & Upper Session Rd. 60 P 2,000 to Coffee shop, conference suites Tel. No. 619-3333 5,000 halls, TV, hot & cold, adjacent to Victory Bus terminal 38 Military Cut-Off P 1,500 to Specialty Restaurants Woods Place 15 Tel. No. 442-4641 4, 500 (vegetarian), hot & cold, TV 15 Palma Street Standard- tel.# 445-6997/6970 1,350 Private toilet and bath, De luxe- Zion Hostel 12 kitchenette, conference , 1,850 telephone, & refrigerator Premiere – 2,200(5) PENSION 68 San Roque Village Hot and cold water, dorm 11 Lu Jean nn Tel. No. 445-6830 type room, seminar room 12 Bokawkan Rd, Baguio 300 (non- Hot and cold water, dorm City member) type room, seminar room Tel.# 442-4662/444-2733 250 (member) Dorm- Type(6)- Norlu Pension 1,500 (8)-1,750 Twin Room-550 Triple-825

Vistro Pension 118 Engr's Hill Double- Kitchen facilities, hot & cold House 442-2235 700 water, beauty saloon 4 pax- 16 1,000 6 pax- 1,200 18 Jumgle Town Saludmitra Standard- Hot and cold water, kithchen Tel 442-2206 1,000(2) facilities, TV (4)-1,100 TOURIST INN 17 (5)1,200 AJ's Pension Suite(10- 11)-3,300

26 Gov. Pack Rd P 1,500 to Restauarant, bar, apartelle, Baden Powell Inn 51 Tel No. 442-5836 4,000 hot & cold, near bus stations 68 Kisad Rd P 1,500 to Restaurant, hot & cold, TV, Inn Rocio 13 Tel. no. 442-6535 4,500 overlooking Burnham Park 27 Leonard Wood Rd. Single-800 Tel. #444-7180 Twin- Catering services 442-4594 1,000 -seminar room, cable t.v., hot Mountain Lodge 23 Double- & cold, fronting Teacher’s 1,300 Camp, convenience store Fam-1,600 Lexber Vacation Naguilian Rd P 3,500 to Individual unit, fully 18 units House Tel. no. 446-5283 6,000 furnished 105 Ferguzon Rd. Tel No. P2,500 to Individual unit, fully Princess Apartelle 6 units 442-7261 5,000 furnished

RESTAURANTS Address & Telephone Numbers Seating Specialty Name of Establishments Country Code (063) Capacity Area Code (074) Alberto's Music Lounge & Carino St. cor. Legarda Rd Tel. 150 International menu, Restaurant 443-3467 live band Café by the Ruins Restaurant 25 Chuntug St., B.C 60 Cordillera and native 442-4010/ 7128 foods Jecks Club & Karaoke Bar & Naguilian Rd., B.C. Tel. No. 300- Filipino Food 75 Restaurant 3138 Burnham Park, B. C. Filipino & Chinese New Ganza Restaurant 110 Tel. 442-2478 Dishes O'Mai-Khan Restaurant 12 Otek St., Baguio City Mongolian grill and 120 Tel. 442-5885 hotpot Paliz Zata Cafe Roof deck Porta Vaga, B.C. Tel. No.446-4767 Rito's Steak and Restaurant 39 Engineer's Hill Bulalo, steak and 150 444-3076 Filipino dishes No. 44 Lourdes Subd. Tel. No. Salud Bistro Restaurant 446-2637 NO. 67 Carantes St., B.C. Tel. Japanese, Filipino, Simply Special Restaurant NO. 446-5985 70 Chinese/pasta & steaks 116 Session Rd., B.C. Steaks & Filipino Sizzling Plate 60 Tel. 442-4219 Dishes Carino St Steaks & Filipino Sizzling Plate 120 443-8486 Dishes Burnham Park, B. C. Steak and Filipino Solibao Restaurant 72 Tel. 442-2530/6797 Dishes Sunshine Lunch and Panciteria Perfecto St., B.C. 40 Chinese Dishes Tel. 442-3011 Pancake House-Baguio No. 150 Kisad Rd, Tel No. 446- Filipino, 75 1285 International Padis Point (Otso Corp.) Cor. Rizal Park, B.C. 400 Filipino, American Tel. No.446-5937 Paliz Zata Cafe Roofdeck, Portavaga Bld Session Rd 70 European dishes Tel No. 446-4767 SHOPPING ESTABLISHMENTS Address & Tel. Shopping Hours Type of Merchandise Name of Establishment Number 2/F LC Bldg. Gov. Ibay’s Silver Shop (main) Pack Rd. 8:00-5:00 Silver jewelries Tel. # 443-4515 Mines View Park, Ibay’s Silver Shop II Baguio City 8:00-6:00 Silver jewelries (Mines view) Tel. # 444-8807 Session Rd., BC Silver items, Philippine Treasures Inc. 9:30-6:30 Tel.# 442-6586 woodcarving

TRAVEL AGENCIES Name of Agency Address and Tel. No. Services Nevada Square, BC GAYMOR Travel & Tour Tel # 442-9571 Travel assistance and car rental e-mail: [email protected] 304 Skyworld Commercial Center Gracious Travel & Tours Session Rd., Baguio City Travel and tour assistance Tel # 3045380 Abanao St, Baguio City Gracious Travel & Tours Travel and tour assistance Tel No. 6197798 Session Rd., Baguio CityTel #444- 8327 Wings of Travel & Tour Travel and tour assistance e-mail: [email protected] GP Bldg., Mabini St., BC Tel # 442- Small World Travel & Tours 7792 Travel and tour assistance e-mail: [email protected]

RESTROOMS/GAS STATIONS Name of Establishment Contact Person Address/Tel No. Abanao St., BC Abanao Shell Station Gladys V. De Vera Tel # 444-8182 Naguilian Rd, BC Baguio Shell Station Soledad Go Tel # 442-3972 Baguio Petron Svc. Station 146 Kisad Rd., BC Ariel de Dios Tel. # Cor Chanum, Otek Sts., Baguio City Burnham Park Caltex Station Rowena Tabanda Tel # 442-4142 Legarda Rd. cor City Camp Caltex-2 (G.F. Gas Station) Gamaliel Flores Tel. 304-4487 1 Ferguson Rd., BC ESC Petron Service Station Emmanuel Clemente Tel # 442-2953 J & E Petron Service Station Harrison Road, Baguio City Eduardo de Guzman Tel #,442-2669 R & R Management Service Mines View Park/444-5289 Wright Park (Horseback area, stairs area Botanical garden (near stall, Japanese garden) Burnham Park(Childrens Park, PTA area, skating rink OCAPS Police Sub-station Igorot Garden Ruben Pinlac Melvin Jones Bayanihan Food stall Rose Garden Rizal Park Post Office, Session Road Flower Sectio People’s Park

Suello Petron Service Station Km. 4&5 Green Valley junction, Carmen A. suello Marcos Highway Tel No. 6199911 Summer Capitol Shell KM 4, Marcos Highway Rolando Villanueva Tel No. 445-0512 NON-ACCREDITED ESTABLISHMENTS

ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS Name of Address/Tel. No. No. of Rate Features/Facilities Establishment Area Code (074) Rooms Range RESORT Conference and multipurpose hall, Camp John Hay South Drive Road P 1,925 telephone, hot & cold shower, -Asian Inst. Mgmt. 442-8876-78 27 Cottage cable TV, refrigerator, 3,080 Golf, jacuzzi, sauna STANDARD Legarda Road P 1400- Function hall, bar, hot & cold 34 Forest Inn 443-8436/ 4422552 2000 shower, telephone Legarda Road 36 Conference and multipurpose hall, P 1500- Golden Pine Hotel telephone, hot & cold shower, 3300 cable TV, refrigerator De Luxe- Restaurant, coffee shop, bar, spa 3,000 Executive Suite(4)- No. 01 Gibraltar 6,000 Hotel Elizabeth Road 57 Penthouse Fersal Tel. No. 619-0367 Suite- 7,000 Executive house(6)- 12,000 Apartel(1 Restaurant, conference rooms, 0-15)- apartels, hot & cold 4,500 Bokawkan Road, Rajah Soliman 45 Standard Tel. No. 442-7574 (2)-1,200 (3)-1,500 (4)-1,800 Apartel(4) Restaurant, apartel, conference -3,000 rooms (6)-3,500 Junior suite (2)- 3,000 Ridgewood No. 17 Julian Felipe De 51 Residence St., Tel. No. 4466295 Luxe(2)- 2,600 Standard( Family of 4)-2,400 Standard (2)-2,000 45 Leonard Wood 48 P 1040 Carpeted rooms, café shop, phones, Vacation Hotel Road 1650 piped in music, hot and cold water, 442-45453012 2400 bar, restaurant, bath tubs Venus Park View 19 Kisad Road P 985 Fully carpeted, hot & cold water, Hotel 442-5597/6452 100 1450 room service, function Hotel Constancia Military Cut-off P 1,800 Cable TV, telephone, hot 7 cold 20 444-8202 2,500 shower, mini-bar items Dining facilities, carpeted rooms, ECONOMY function rooms, int'l and local card Gen. Luna Road P 2,100 honored, medical services, Belfrant Hotel 33 442-5012 2,750 message services, tour arrangement, laundry and valet services Benguet Prime Calderon Street 80 Single- Hot and cold water, light, snack 1,500 bar, coffee shop, telephones & Twin- color television 1,800 Hotel 442-7066 Triple- 2,100 W/ free breakfast Calderon St. Tel. No. Burnham Hotel 17 Restaurant; hot & cold 442-2331 Hotel Reneca Kisad Rd. P 1000 Function rooms, restaurant, hot and 442-2259; 443-8571 21 1400 cold water, coffee room 1800 Hotel Salome 14 Loakan Rd. B.C. Hot & cold water, intercom, piped 442-4784 P 1100- in music, t.v., conference hall, 11 1200 restaurant & spacious parking space Hotel Tepeyac 177 Leonard Wood Restaurant, chapel, telephone, hot P1200- Rd., Baguio City 19 & cold water 1900 Tel # 442-3956 Iggi’s Place South Drive Restaurant; hot & cold 14 Tel. No. 444-7146 Mount Crest Hotel Legarda Road P 1300 T.V, dining room conference 22 443-9273445-6945 1400 rooms, credit cards honored Paladin Hotel Carino St., Tel. No. 40 442-2408 Star Mountain 2nd Road, Quezon Restaurant; hot & cold Hotel Hill, Tel No. 446- 32 4990 TOURIST INN

South Drive Dorm Conference rooms Tel. No. 444-8040 (54)- 200/pax (19)- 300/pax (64)- And Ating Tahanan 22 100/pax Guest House- 1,500 Extra bed -550 No. 92 Gen. Luna Bar & restaurant; Aussie Hotel & Road, Tel. No. 442- 14 Pub 5139 Baguio Summer Naguilian Road Room w/ private bath, hot & cold 14 500 Inn Tel. NO. 443-3367 water Baguio Village Inn 55 Magsaysay St. Restaurant, conference room 40 P 660-880 442-3901 Baguio Travel Ambuclao Road, Tel. 20 Lodge No. 444-7305 Belfranlt Hotel Gen. Luna road, Tel. 34 Standard- No. 442-5012 1,500(2) (3)-1,800 (4)-2,100 Family Room (4)- 2,200 (5)-2,700 (6)-3,200 Semi- suite(2)- 2,000 (4)-2,400 Benguet Pine 82 Chanum St. P 750- Room w/ private bath, hot & cold 50 Tourist Inn 442-7325, 443-3109 1936 water Session Road Bloomfield Hotel 14 Tel No. Quezon Hill P426- Casa Amapola 13 Twin bed, private toilet, hall 1978 Outlook Drive P 700- Conference room, restaurant, hot & Casa Ferraren 8 442-2680 1300 cold water, carpeted rooms Standard- Gen. Luna Road Corfu Village 14 600 Tel. No. 442-2969 Dorm-250 Good for Leonard Wood Rd 5-3,000 With Korean Restaurant, rooms Club Safari 7 442-2419 Standard- with hot & cold, TV 1,000 Harrison Inn Harrison Road 20 Tel No. 442-7802 Kisad Hotel Kisad Road Tel. No. 442- 3507Coffee shop; hot & cold Burgos St P 1050- Restaurant, function rooms, hot & La Casa Filipina 13 442-6099, 445-2117 1500 cold water 106 Naguilian Rd. Seminar room, family room, party High Country Inn 33 P220-895 442-6137, 445-5906 room, private bath & CR No. 24 Session road La Brea Inn 32 Cable TV, hot & cold water Tel. No. 446-6061 Standard- Camp John Hay, 1,950(4) Mile Hi Inn 17 Coffee shop, hot & cold water Tel. No. 446-6141 (2)-1,750 Dorm-500 Leonard Wood Rd Munsayac Inn 15 P 600-800 Fully carpeted rooms, coffee shop 442-2451 Naguilian Road Hot & cold water, TV, conference Nagoya Inn 29 P 1,000 442-7088 hall, disco house Standard (1)-800 (2)-1,000 (3)-1,200 Upper Session Road Family(8) New Hotel 45 33 Cable TV, hot & cold water Tel No. 446-6306 -3,500 (6)-3,000 (4)-2,500 Extra bed- 200 Carpeted rooms, private baths, Assumption Road P 975- New Plaza Hotel 20 emergency generator, private 442-4038 1200 parking lot, credit cards honored Pine Breeze 40 Bokawkan Rd. P 650 Conference room 25 Apartel 442-3350 P50 Restaurant

Malcolm Square Silvertone Inn 63 P 480-650 Hot and cold water 442-3950 Standard (4)-1,200 No. 47 Legarda Road (8)-2,000 Tulip Apartel Hot & cold water Tel. No. 446-1297 Apartelle( 2,000- 2,700) 15 Outlook P 1000- Restaurant, conference hall, deep Villa La Maja Drive442-7239 444- 27 1100 well 8353 Dominican Road Villa Mia 13 Apartel Tel. No. 442-6993 Mines view Restaurant, seminar hall, function Villa Alpino 50 P350-450 Tel. No. 442-7377 rooms, family rooms Villa Princess Session road Ext., Tel 15 Theresa Inn No. 442-6946 P 300 Conference room, hot & cold Ambuklao Road Villa Romana 20 1,200 shower, telephone, security, 444-7305 2,500 restaurant Kitchen facility, fireplace, mini 19 Harrison Road P1150- 9 intercom, telephone, hot & cold 442-4578 1612 Baguio Condotel water, parking space 250/pax PENSION Dominican Road, Tel 150/pax if 6 No. 446-0765 10 & Anns Place above Lourdes Road Camia Inn 14 Dorm; Hot & cold Tel No. 445-6925 No. 24 Sandico St., Calalily Pension Bishop House, Tel. House No. 444-2841 Dauz Pension 61 Valenzuela St., 21 House Tel No. 442-3125 Standard( 2)-800 Upper Session road, Charles Inn Standard Tel No. 446-6714 VIP(4)- 1,500 Marcos Highway P 950- 6 Spacious guest rooms, restaurant 442-2521/3909 1050 Jade Pension Baguio Vista Inn No. 18 M.H. del 14 Standard- Hot & cold Pilar, Tel. No. 443- 1,000- 5208 1,200(2pa x) (3pax)- 1,400 (4pax)- 1,800 (8 pax)- 2,800 San Roque Village Lujean Pension 11 Hot & cold Tel. No. 445-6830 No. 29 Leonard Lizares-Rodriguez Wood Road, Tel. No. 21 Apartelle 444-8204 Marcos Highway Mabuhay Inn 18 Tel No. 444-4015 Naguilian Naguilian road Rooms w/ private CR, room 13 P 100-350 Travelers' Inn service heater Hot and cold water, restaurant, Paraiso sa Quezon 5 conference hall Pines City Pension 21 Ferguson Road Room service, spacious parking lot 20 P 400 442-6872 St. John Inn Lourdes Road, Tel. 14 No. 445-6035 South Terminal Inn Gov. Pack Road Private- Hot & cold Tel. No. 442-4738 800(2- 4pax) 6 Ordinary- 600(2- 4pax) St. Theresa Inn Marcos Highway, Tel Hot & cold water 24 600 No. 446-4919 Villa Hermoso 2nd Road, Quezon Pension Hill, Tel. No. 442- 7 3266 Villa Pacita Marcos Highway, Tel 12 No. 444-4569 APARTELS Rooms w/ T&B, apartels are fully P 1,000 Brent Wood Leonard Wood Rd. 42 furnished 3,500 Apartel 444-7297 Holiday Villa Court 10 Legarda Rd. P 1040- Curio-souvenir shop, private 21 442-6679 1040 toilet/bath Pine Breeze 40 Bokawkan Rd. P 650 Conference room 25 Apartel 442-3350 P50 Restaurant Name of Address/Tel. No. No. of Rate Features/Facilities Establishment Area Code (074) Rooms Range Leonard Wood Rd. Function halls, conference halls, P 1100 Teacher's Camp 442-6032/3517 366 seminar halls (rates given are for 2750) cottages) Villa Al Pino Mines View Park P1155 Cable T.V., hot & cold water, 49 442-7377 4164 telephone, kitchen Dominican Road P 500- Villa Mia 11 Kitchen, T.V., hot & cold water 442-6993 2000

LODGING HOUSES Adivay Inn Bonifacio St. Steam bath & sauna massage, 70 P 250-700 442-2541 parking space, restaurant Jacinto St. Commuter Lodge 47 P 150-500 Hot & cold water, coffee shop 442-6735 Diamond Inn Gen. Luna Rd. 29 P 100-200 Rooms with private bath Emerald Gen. Luna Rd. 17 P 150-600 Rooms with private bath Lodging House 442-2578 Lapu-lapu St. Baguio Garden Inn 19 P 180-950 Hot & cold water, room service 4426398 1 General Luna Hot & cold water, laundry services Highland Lodge 35 P 110-480 442-7068 Hotel 45 (Goodwill 58 Session Rd. Hot & cold water, cozy atmosphere 37 P 250-950 Lodge) 442-6634 Magasaysay Ave. Hot & cold water, room service, Leisure Lodge 30 P 180-350 442-2524 dining room Lower Session Rd. Spacious rooms, hot & cold water, Mido Lodge 20 P 250-600 442-2575 restaurant Mountainside 173 Magsaysay Ave. 26 P 110-180 Telephone, room service Lodge 442-6483 Pacdal Road Peredo's Inn 6 P 495-715 Hot & cold water, kitchen room 442-5091 Nova Lodge/ Marcos Highway 19 300 Room w/ private bath, garage MIRAMONTE

DINING ESTABLISHMENTS Address and Tel. Number Seating Name of Establishment Country Code (063) Specialty Capacity Area Code (074) Nevada Square, Baguio City Live piano Alfredo's steak House 100 entertainement Abanao St., Baguio City International Dishes 50's Diners 120 Tel. 442-4839 Brent Wood Rd., BC Korean & Japanese Arirang Korean Restaurant 80 Food Baguio Mandarin Restaurant Session Road, B.C. 200 Chinese Dishes and Tea House Tel. 442-5819 Igorot Stairs, Upper Session Rd., Barrio Fiesta at Pinoy Hotpot Baguio City 200 Filipino Dishes Tel. 443-9354 10 Happy Glenn Loop Filipino Dishes and Bonuan Restaurant 100-150 Tel. 442-5175/4010 Seafoods Nevada Square, Loakan Rd Italian Pasta/ Steak Biscotti 18 Tel # 444-7420 Café Pino Inn & Blue Note 38 Military Cut-Off., B.C. Steak, spare ribs, 70 Restaurant Tel. 442-2309 chicken 24 Diego Silang St., B.C. Chinese , American Cathy's Fastfood 80 Tel. 442-2394/2482 & Filipino Dishes 6 Session , Baguio City Chowking 118 Noodles, Siopao Tel. 442-4460/4459 21 Calderon St., B.C. Cook's Inn 60 Chinese cuisine Tel. 442-5117 Convenient Fastfood / Store 27 Leonard Wood Rd., BC 45

Legarda Rd., B.C. B-BQ and Seafood Cora B-BQ and Seafood 60 Tel. 442-4278 Session Road Pizza, pasta, chicken Don Henrico's 80 442-8802 Gin Go Gae Otek St., Baguio City 66 Korean food Tel. 444-5800 Session Road GOBI Restaurant 50 Mongolian Grille Tel. 444-9888 128 Session Rd., B.C. Handaan sa Baguio Siopao & Breads Tel. 442-7455 30 181 Session Road 50 Pancit, mami, lomi Hok Kee Restaurant Tel. 442-6413 Assumption Road., B.C. 40 Honey Suckle Snacks, meals Tel. 442-8051 South Drive 40-60 Sea Foods and Iggy's Restaurant Tel. 444-7146 Filipino Dishes Session Road 80 Indian Rose Restaurant Indian Cuisine 444-8339 113 Magsaysay Ave. B.C. 80 Chinese, Filipino, & Ivy's Grill & Restaurant American food Marcos Highway., B.C. Crispy pata, special Jade Restaurant 160 Tel. 442-2521 lumpia Magsaysay Ave., B.C. Jollibee 100 Meals, snacks Tel. 443-5750 Calderon St., B.C. Jollibee 100 Meals, snacks Tel. 442-8196 Unit 12-A Legarda Rd International Kafe Kerusso 75 Tel # 447-0667 Dishes/Fine Dining Kalapaw Restaurant I Chuntug St., Baguio City 200 Sea foods 17 Martinez St., Eng.'s Hill , Kalapaw Restaurant II Baguio City 100 Sea foods Tel. 442-2305/444-2372 Kalbi Nevada Square, Loakan Rd 20 Korean Food Otek Street Kamimura Restaurant 70 Japanese delicacies Tel. 442-3212 Baguio Center Mall Kentucky Fried Chicken 80 chicken Magsaysay Avenue Session Rd., Baguio City Kowloon 22 Siopao, mami Tel. 442-4099 Legarda Rd., Baguio City Kusina ni Ima 400 Kapampangan foods Tel. 443-9420 Session Rd., Baguio City La Azotea food Gallery 80 Fast food dishes Tel. 442-2625 Magsaysay Avenue,B.C. Maharlika Fast Food Center 500 Fast Food Dishes Tel. 443-4927 69 Gen. Luna Rd., B.C. Cakes, mami and Master Hopia 50 Tel. 442-7607/7422 Halo-halo Brent Rd., Baguio City Matzukaze 70 Japanese Dishes Tel. 442-2969 Kisad Road Max's 300 Chicken Tel. 443-9737/ 444-8159 Session Rd., Baguio City Burgers & fried McDonald's Tel. 442-7646/7649 300 chicken Baguio Center Mall Malcolm Square, B.C. Mido Restaurant 220 Chinese dishes Tel. 442-2575 Session Rd., Baguio City Mister Donut 62 Doughnuts & Coffee Tel. 442-8345 Mr. Ching Cuisine Legarda Rd., Baguio City 88 Chinese Cuisine Tel. 442-7734 Kisad Road Hot Shrimp soup/ Muang-Thai 32 Thai dishes/salad Pinoy Hotpot Eatery Session Rd., Baguio City 100 Filipino cuisine Rose Bowl Steak House & Filipino, Chinese, 21 Harrison Rd., B. C. Restaurant 450 and American Tel. 442-4213/5374 Dishes Session Delights Ice Cream & Session Road Fastfood and Fastfood bakeshop Puso Ng Baguio Bldg., American & Session Rd., Baguio City Japanese Cuisine, Solibao II 50 Tel. 442-3867 Chicken & grilled hamburger Shakey's Pizza House Shoe Mart 100 Pizzas and chicken 42 Session Rd., B.C. Star Café & Restaurant 200 Chinese Dishes Tel. 442-3148 Abanao St., Baguio City Steaks & Toppings 40 Steaks Tel. 443-5943 Taj La Azotea Bldg., Session Rd 25 Vegetarian 2 Leonard Wood Rd, BC Tien-Tien Restaurant 80 Chinese Cuisine Tel # 444-9250 Dominican Road Tsing Tao Restaurant 90 Chinese food Tel. 445-6977 Federico's Restaurant Upper Engineer's Hill 60 Filipino dishes Baguio City/El Cielito Voyager 80 Cater (International) Tel. 4428743

BARS/CAFÉ/ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS Address and Tel. Number Seating Name of Establishment Country Code (063) Specialty Capacity Area Code (074) 16 Legarda Road., B.C. 18 BC 100 Filipino cuisine 444-3073 Chanum Street Live band Alberto's 100 443-9860 entertainment Legarda Rd., Baguio City Live piano and Café Legarda 150 Tel. 443-9421 Fine dining Baguio Palace Hotel, Legarda Steak & Filipino Café Melodin 100 Rd., 442-7734 Dishes General Luna Rd., B.C. Chinese & Filipino Café Rosalie 28 Tel. 442-4093 Dishes, lumpia Maharlika Bldg., B.C Chinese & Filipino Café teria 65 Tel. 442-7890 Dishes Café Pino Inn & Blue Note 38 Military Cut-Off., B.C. Steak, spare ribs, 70 Restaurant Tel. 442-2309 chicken Restaurant, coffee Café San Luis Calderon St. 100 bar & entertainment Abanao St., Baguio City Jazz, old time Cafeteria Restaurant 50-60 Tel. 442-7890 favorite Cafe’ Veniz Abanao St., Baguio City 30 Pastries/cakes 2 Leonard Wood Rd., BC Cartoon Cafe’ / Bar 30 Tel # 444-9250 Colors Bonifacio St, Baguio City 75 Live band & acoustics Leonard Wood Rd., BC Filipino dishes / Ebai's Cafe’ & Pastry 100 Tel # 442-3956 pastries / piano Belfrant Hotel, Gen. Luna Rd. Ferionni Bar & Restaurant 50 Piano bar Tel # 443-3114 Legarda Road Gimbals Music Lounge 200 Live band Tel. 445-6945/443-9421 Assumption Rd., B.C. Live band Ihaw-ihaw sa Bokawkan 50-60 Tel. entertainment Session Road, B. C. Chicken and Ionic Café 50-60 Tel. 4423867 Hamburger, steak Chanum St., Golden Pink Bldg. Filipino & Khaldi's Restaurant 50 International dishes Las Marias Bokawkan Road 50 Ballroom dancing Lion's Den Upper Session Rd., B.C. 30 Sing-a-long Luisa's Café 53 Session Rd., B. C. 100 Chinese dishes Tel. 442-2412 /9521 Abanao St., Baguio City Chinese & native Manila Café 70 Tel. 442-4846 dishes Millennium Bar and Chanum Street Karaoke and 100 Karaoke restaurant #6 Diego Silang St. Music Magic Music Lounge 100 Filipino dishes 443-3697 Session Rd., Baguio City Jazz, mellow music Rumors 50 Tel. 442-8153 Session Rd., Baguio City Simple Tunes 100-120 Sing-a-long Tel. 443-7718, 445-5178 42 Session Rd., B.C. Star Café & Restaurant 200 Chinese Dishes Tel. 442-3148 Session Road International café Swiss Made Euro-Dei & Café Tel. 444-9372 & bakeshop Otek St., Baguio City Discoteque, Spirits Discotheque 150 Tel. 443-8774, 442-6406 restaurant Naguilian Road Blue Riband 50 Sing-a-long Tel. 446-2556 Dominican Road Bar, restaurant & Zeus Club & Karaoke 100 Tel. 445-6977 karaoke SHOPPING ESTABLISHMENTS Address & Tel. Type of Merchandise Name of Establishment Shopping Hours Number Wet market – (vegetables,, fruits, Baguio City Market Magsaysay Avenue 6:00am -7:00pm fish meat ), dry goods, curio shops, Mabini Street Dry goods, shoes, GP Shopping Arcade 9:00am - 7:00pm 442-7782 appliances Dry goods, shoes, Magsaysay Avenue Maharlika Livelihood Center 9:00am -6:00pm curio shops, 443-4927 woodcarvings, etc Appliances, dry goods, Shopper’s Lane Gen. Luna Road 9:00am -6:30pm boutiques, Men’s, ladies & 74 Session Rd. 456 Emporium 9:30am- 6:30pm children’s wear, shoes, 442-8671 beds, cosmetics, etc. Mabini Street 5 Cents Up Cloth Store 9:00am –6:30pm Textile materials 442-2556 25 Mabini St Men’s, ladies’ and 442-3982 children’s wear, shoes, Baguio Country mart 10:00am – 6:00pm 62 Session Rd. watches, novelty items, 442-7097 etc. Benguet Supermart Session Road 9:00am –6:00pm Groceries, wares Men’s , ladies’ & Gen. Luna Road children’s wear, Bombay Bazaar 9:00am – 6:00pm 442-2518 watches, novelty items, etc. Grocery store, appliances, food COOYEESAN Plaza Naguilian Road 9:00 am- 8:00pm chains, recreation, car park, etc Session Road Books, cards, office CID Bookstore 9:00am – 6:00pm 442-2634 and school supplies Books, cards, office Jet Bookstore Session Road 9:00am – 6:00pm and school supplies Books, cards, office Bookmark Bookstore Session Road 9:00am – 6:00pm and school supplies Session Road Leather bags, belts, Greg Shoes 9:30am-6:30pm 442-3836 shoes Manels Session Road 9:00am-6:00pm Leather bags, shoes Naduma Enterprises #103 Ferguson Rd. 8:00am –5:00pm Dry goods Leather shoes, bags Abanao Road Reed’s Bootery 9:00am – 6:00pm Made to order 443-4065 accepted Session Road and Zenco Footstep 9:00am-6:00pm Shoes, slippers Mabini St Magsaysay Avenue Zenco Footstep 9:00am-6:00pm Shoes, slippers 443-8402 Vogue Carantes St. 8:00am –6:00pm Shoes, RTW’s SM Prime Holding Inc Shoe Mart 10:00 am -9:30 pm Department Store Abanao Road Grocery items, drug Sunshine Supermart 9:00am – 7:00pm 442-4363/4159 store, toys, wares Victoria’s Supermart Mabini St. 9:00am – 7:00pm Groceries, etc. Magsaysay Ave. Groceries, textile, 9:00am – 7:00pm appliances, toys, Tiongsan Bazaar wares, fixture & Harrison Road furniture, etc. 9:00am –7:00pm Appliances, dry goods

Cottage Industry / Antique/ Handicraft/Curio Shop

Alipio’s Curio Shop Kennon Road 9:00am –5:00pm Souvenir items Baguio Philippine Treasures Session Road Silver and brass 8:00am – 5:00pm Incorporated 442-6585 products Bamboo Handicrafts 10 Lauback Road 8:00am – 5:00pm Bamboo products Bermudez Cottage Industry Magsaysay Avenue 9:00am –5:00pm Souvenir items Brent Road Paper products Duntog House of Paper 9:00am – 5:00pm 442-2881 Easter Weaving Room, Inc. Guisad Rd., BC 9:00-6:00 Hand woven items Tel. # 442-4972 8:00am –5:oopm Peanut brittle, jams Good Shepherd Convent 8 Gibraltar Road 442-3865 Ifugao Curio Shops Asin Road 8:00am –6:00pm Woodcarvings Lagman’s Antiques Naguilian Road 9:00am –5:00pm Antique products Marbay and Maharlika Center Magsaysay Avenue Handicrafts & souvenir 9:00am –6:00pm items Mines View Park and Curio Mines View Park 8:00am –6:00pm Souvenir items Shop Leonard Wood Rd Woodcarvings, shell Munsayac Handicrafts 8:00am – 5:00pm items Maharlika Bldg. Interior décor and Pangilinan’s Antique 9:00 –6:00pm 442-8174 furnicrafts center Pilak silver craft & Gift craft Leonard Wood Road 8:00am – 5:00pm Silver items SLU Silver Shop Assumption Road 8:00am –5:00pm Silver products Naguilian Rd Jams, strawberry wine, Strawberry House 8:00am –5:00pm 442-2988 candies Sun Rose Silver Shop Mines View Park 9:00am –5:00pm Silver products Teresita’s Souvenir & Giftshop Upper Gen Luna Rd 8:00am – 5:00pm Antiques 442-5094

TOUR OPERATORS / TRAVEL AGENCIES

Name of Agency Address/Tel. No. Services Session Road A-1 Car rental 442-8846 Albelg Rent A Car 100 Abanao St., Baguio City Rent a car Alpha International Transport Unit 26-B Phase I Green Valley Car rental Corporation Asian Spirit Integrated Aviation 113 Phil Treasures, Session Rd., Domestic ticketing Net. Baguio City Aura Travel and Tours 69 Session Rd., Baguio City Travel and Tours Avian Tours International Rm 105 2/F Lyman Bldg. Travel and Tours Harrison Road AVIS Rent -a Car Car, vans pick-up renting 442-4018 Session Road Baguio Travel Co. Tour services Tel. 444-9255/442-2628 YMCA Bldg., Upper Session Bestar Rent a Car Car rental Road Lower Mabini St. CITI WORLD Tour services 442-8271 2/F shopperslane Bldg., Gen Lna Croscentry Travel and Tours Travel and Tours Rd., Baguio City Session Road EMC Tours Transport Car, van, bus pick-up renting 8440036 Golden Pines Hotel Building Executive Cars Incorporated Car rentals Cor. Legarda and Carino Sts. Unit D 2/F Puso ng Baguio Bldg., G & A Travel and Tour Travel and Tour, money changer Session Rd Jumbo Tours 13-A Bonofacio St. Travel Agency Stall #1 Laperal Bldg., Basement, Travel and Tours and related M.E. Travel Services Session Road services Pacific Isles Travel and Tours, 2/F Shopperslane, Gen. Luna Travel and Tours Agency Inc Road Philnez International Travel and Rm 3, 2/F Old market Bldg Travel and Tour Tours Old Lopez Bldg, Assumption Pines Garage Association, Inc. Rent a Car Road Psalms Travel and Tour 100 Abanao Street Travel and Tours Rainbow Rent a Car 9 Morning Glory, Navy Base Rd Rent a Car Royal Pacific International Travel 349 Naguilian Rd., Baguio City Travel agency and services Services Save More Travel and Tours 16 Kisad Road, Baguio City Travel and Tours V.Q. Travel 22 Poingian Loakan Proper Travel World Holiday's Travel and 388 Magsaysay Avenue Travel and Tours Tours

LIST OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Name of Agency Address / Tel. No. Services American Oriental Immigration #34 Gaerlan Road Immigration Services Consultants, Inc. Noants Consultancy Services #23 Chuntug Street Consultancy Services TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES Air Transport Company Name Destination Departure Schedule Travel Time

Asian Spirit Manila-Baguio 9:20 MWFSat & 45 mins. Tel. No. (074) 444-5413 Baguio-Manila Sun

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

Land Transportation Bus Company Departure Travel Destination Schedule Time (hours) Auto Bus Transport Governor Pack Baguio-Tabuk 6:00 p.m. 10 Baguio-Tuguegarao 7:00 am 10 Baguio-Banaue 8:00 p.m. 7 Amianan Transit 6:00 am Governor Pack Road Baguio-Carmen 6:30 p.m. 2.5 30 min. interval Baguio Busline Baguio-San Fernando Chanum St. Baguio-Lagawe 8:00 p.m. 8 Nelbusco Baguio-Cauayan 7:30 p.m. 10 Otek St. Baguio-Quirino 8:00 am 10 Baguio-Roxas 7:00 am 11 Byron Express Baguio-Alaminos 5:30 am 4 Governor Pack Road 6:30 p.m. (063)(074) 442-7875 30 min. interval

8:30 am Baguio-Sta. Cruz 10:30 am 5 Zambales 11:30 am 2:30 p.m.

5:40 am Baguio-Dagupan 20 min. interval 2.5 GL Bus Lines Baguio-Tabuk Victory Liner Baguio-Cubao Gov. pack Road Baguio-Pasay (074)442-6654/5708 Baguio-Olongapo Baguio-Cubao 1:00 am to 6 11:30 am I hour interval Dagupan Bus Line 12:30 p.m. Governor Pack Road 1:30 p.m. (063)(074) 442-5391 Baguio-Pasay 2:00 p.m. 6 Baguio-Cavite 1:30 p.m. 7 11:30 p.m. 11:30pm Dangwa Bus Co. Baguio-Dimasalang via Marcos 2:00 am Lapu-lapu Street Highway 4:30 am (063)(074)442-4150/2449 12:00pm 1:00pm Night trip 10:00 p.m. 12:00 am 6 6:30am 7:30am 8:30am Baguio-Cubao 2:30am 7 5:30am 7:00am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 12:00nn 1:00pm 2:00pm 4:00pm 6:00pm 10:00pm 12:00mn Baguio - Bontoc 5:00 to 10:00 7 am Baguio-Besao via 5:00 am to Sagada 10:00 am (I hr interval) 8

7:00am Baguio-Banaue 7:00pm 9 7:30am to Baguio-Lepanto 11:30 am 1 hr. interval 6

6:15 am

Baguio-Cervantes 6:30 am 11:00am 7 Baguio-Kibungan 5 10:00am

Baguio-Kabayan 12:00nn 6 Baguio-Sagpat 12:30pm 4 Baguio-Boneng 1:00pm 4 Baguio-Pudong 12:00pm 4 Baguio-Sagubo 12:00nn 4 Baguio-Paykek 4 6:00 am DM Transit 6:00 p.m. Baguio-Carmen 2 Governor Pack Road 30 min. interval Filipinas Trans Baguio-Cauayan 4:00-5:00 am 10 Burnham Park Greenland Baguio-Tabuk 5:00 p.m. 14 Lapu-lapu Street Via Tuguegarao 4:00 p.m. 12 Via Roxas 6:00 p.m.

Baguio-Tuguegarao- 2:30 p.m. 16 Conner-Guina-ang Eso-Nice Liner Baguio - San Fernando 5:30 am to 1.5 Otek Street Via Naguillian 6:30 p.m. (063)(074) 443-3076 30 minutes Candon-Bolinao interval 7-8

12 Philippine Rabbit Every hour Governor Pack Road Baguio-Manila Via Marcos 5 (063)(074) 442-5945/3254 & Kennon Baguio-Ampusongan 10:00 am 6 Every other day

Baguio-Mankayan 4:30 am daily 5 Pine Tree Transit Baguio-Tuguegarao Lapu-lapu St. 5:00 p.m. (063)(074) 432-2115 Baguio-Tabuk via 10 Roxas via Tuguegarao 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 11-12 13-14 Victory Liner Baguio-Pasay 3:30 p.m. to Governor Pack Road 10:00 p.m. 6 30 minutes interval 7:00 am Baguio-Cubao 8:00 am 6 -Kalookan 2:00 p.m. -Sampaloc 4:00 p.m. (063)(074) 442- 3:30 am 6654/5705/6651 Baguio-Olongapo 4:30 am 6 5:00 am 6:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. JEEPNEY TRANSPORTA- CBD Terminal Jeepney Line TION CITY CAMP TRUNK LINE SESSION ROAD TRUNKLINE Rock Quarry Quirino . Scout Barrio Palma Otek Street PMA-Kias NAGUILIAN TRUNKLINE Otek Street Country Club Quezon Hill Otek Street Samuyao Lourdes Acupan-Balatoc Dominican Philex Guisad-Ferguson Dalicno Easter Guisad Lower Kayang San Luis-San Roque Lower Kayang GOVERNOR PACK TRUNKLINE Pinsao Lower Kayang Irisan Lower Kayang PNR-BAL Sablan Lower Kayang Hillside Asin Road(Km. 6) Chugum Street BGH-Campo Sioco Asin Hot Spring Upper Kayang Camp 8 Nangalisan Kayang Camp 7 San Fernando Chugum Street Camp 6 Upper Kayang Camp 4 & 3 MAGSAYSAY TRUNKLINE Upper Kayang Green Valley Quirino Hill Chuntug Street SLU-SVP-Bakakeng La Trinidad Upper Kayang EPZA Buyagan Pico-Puguis LEONARD WOOD ROAD TRUNKLINE Acop Pacdal Labey Navy Base Sto. Nino Pacdal Express Tublay Lower Kayang Mines View Atok Central T. Alonzo Street Mansion T. Alonzo Street Gibraltar BONIFACIO -RIMANDO Rajah Soliman Beckel TRUNKLINE Rajah Soliman Tuding Modernsite Rajah Soliman Ambuklao Bayan Park Rajah Soliman Bokod Trancoville Rajah Soliman Binga Holy Ghost Hill Cayapa Brookside Sangilo-Itogon Antamok Ucab Atok(Big Wedge) Jacinto St. Jacinto St. Express Rajah Soliman Dagohoy

CONVENTION FACILITIES Convention Establishment/ Address & Seating Facilities and Equipment Tel. Number Capa-city University of the Cordilleras (BCF) Gymnasium, complete sound system, rostrum, 600 Harrison Rd., 442-3316 black boards pointer, sound light Baguio Convention Center Convention hall, rostrum, ground floor conference Gov. Pack Road 3500 room 1,2 basement – conference room 1,2,3,4 443-4708 / 5416 complete sound system, boards Baguio Green Valley Country Club 2 conferences halls, complete sound system / 1000 Sto. Tomas Rd 442-7286 facilities CAP-John Hay Trade & Cultural Convention Center Loakan Rd., 442-2109/02 Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza Auditorium , gymnasium, audio visual room, St. Louis University 5000 Crispillo Hall, tape deck records cassette tapes, Bonifacio St. 442-2793 radio slide projector, VTR, complete sound system Skyrise Hotel 2 conference halls, complete sound system 300 18 Dominican Rd. 442-8080 Teacher's Camp Conference rooms, complete sound system, 800 Leonard Wood Rd., 442-3517 rostrum, blackboards Gymnasium, audio visual center, Dap-ayan little University of Baguio 5000 theater, student center, conference room, projector, Gen. Luna Rd., 442-3071/5367 rostrum, sound system Venus Park View Hotel Conference halls, complete sound system, boards, 5 -600 19 Kisad Rd., 442-5597/6452 overhead projector

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Recreational Establishment Address / Tel. Number Facilities Area code (074) Session Road 456 Billiard Hall Billiards, darts 442-3291 Baguio Center Mall Magsaysay Venue Bowling, movies, children’s park University of the Cordilleras Gov. Pack Road 442-3316 Athletic gymnasium (BCF) Baguio Country Club Golf course, swimming pool, (exclusive for the use of members South Drive 4425060 / 4425068 bowling lanes ) Brent International School (exclusive for the use of Brent Brent Road Soccer fields, basketball courts, students, faculty members and 442-4050 /3628 / 2260 athletic gymnasium family) Burnham Park Tourism Park Athletic grounds, soccer/football grounds, grandstand, bicycle lanes, tennis / basketball courts Loakan Road Golf course, skating rink, Camp John Hay 442-7902 horseback Green Valley Country Club Marcos Highway Billiards hall, fun games, 442-7286 swimming pool, bowling lanes Mabini St. Olympian Bowling Lanes Bowling lanes, billiards 442-2165 Philippine Military Academy Athletic gymnasium and grounds, (exclusive use of PMA Cadets Fort Del Pilar pelota, golf course, swimming Corps & families and officers of 442-5101 / 442-5102 / 442-2302 pool, bowling lanes, tennis and the Military) basketball courts, soccer field Bonifacio Street St. Louis University Athletic gymnasium 442-2793 Naguilian Road Athletic gymnasium, bowling St. Vincent Gymnasium 442-3176 lanes Strike Master Bowling Lanes Mabini Street Bowling lanes, billiards 442-3167 Wright Park Leonard Wood Road Horseback riding

Theaters

Cinestar Malcolm Square 442-2777 Movies Empire Cinema Abanao Road 442-5711 Movies First cinema 52 Gen. Luna Rd 442-3522 Movies Mariciel Theater Zandueta St. 442-3741 Movies Pines Theater 14 Session Road Malcolm Movies Plaza Theater Square 442-3535 Movies Prince Albert cinema Magsaysay Road Movies Baguio Center Mall Theaters (4) Magsaysay Ave. Movies

BANKS Name of Establishment Address / Tel. Number Services Area Code (074) Leonard Wood Road Allied Banking Corporation Megalink, Visa 442-7348 Allied Banking Corporation Abanao St. Bancnet , Visa, Megalink Session Road Banco de Oro Savings and time deposit 442-8250 / 442-8253 136 Session Road Express teller, Amexco, foreign Bank of the Philippine Islands 442-2500 /4490 currency deposit, time deposit Harrison Road Express teller, Amexco, foreign Bank of the Philippine Islands 442-2979 / 4656 currency deposit, Name of Establishment Address / Tel. Number Services Area Code (074) Magsaysay Avenue Express teller, Amexco, dollar BPI Family Bank 442-4845 changer BPI express credit cards Harrison Road BPI Family Bank & Trust Co. Foreign currency deposit, time 442-6204 / 6205 deposit Bonifacio St. China Bank Bancnet, ATM 442-9663 / 9581 Development Bank of the Session Road Megalink, commercial loans Philippines 442-2550 ATM No.2 Kayang St. Diamond Rural Bank Salary and commercial loans 442-3440 Session Road Equitable Banking Corporation Megalink, Visa, Master Cards 442-4238 / 443-8196 Magsaysay Avenue Equitable Banking Corporation Megalink, Visa, Master Cards 443-8137-38 Abanao Road Far East Bank & Trust Co. Megalink, Far East Cards 442-3545 / 3490 85 Harrison Road Land Bank of the Philippines Express teller, express Net 442-5820 Bonifacio St Metro Bank ATM ,Bancnet, Unicard 442-9995 Bancnet, Unicard, time & foreign Metro bank Session Road currency deposit G. Perfecto St. Bancnet, Unicard, time & foreign Metro bank 442-3767 / 4358 /3767 currency deposit DBP Building Fast teller, American express PCI Bank 442-2791 / 443-8650 Master card, car loans Perfecto St American express, savings PCI Bank 442-6027 Express padala, Bancnet, Session Road PCI Bank Fast teller, American express 442-2573 Magsaysay Avenue Bancnet Philippine Banking Corporation 442-5931 /5932 / 444-3444 Session Road Philippine National Bank Megalink, PNB credit cards 442-4244 Session Road Producers Bank of the Philippines Time deposit, ATM 442-5638 / 4063 Perfecto St. Prudential Bank Deposit, lending, Megalink 442-7223 Magsaysay Avenue Rang-ay Rural Bank, Inc. Deposit, savings account 442-8142 Session Road Bancnet, Megalink, time deposit, Rizal Commercial Bank 442-2077 / 5364 dollar deposit, ATM Session Road Rural Bank of Baguio Savings, loans 442-2976 Gen. Luna Road Rural Bank of Itogon Savings, loans 442-5754 Maharlika Livelihood Center Megalink, Bancnet, savings, time Security Bank & Trust Co. 442-2671 / 2645 deposit 38 g. Perfecto Sr. Express net, remittances, Solid Bank 442-5136 savings/checking account Harrison Road Megalink, Visa, checking/savings Summit Bank 443-9430 account Calderon Street Megalink, Visa, checking/savings United Coconut Planters Bank 442-3132 account Otek Street Time /savings deposit, loans, Veterans Bank 443-5033/5070 Bancnet, Megalink 10 Session road Megalink, Bancnet, time deposit, Westmont Bank 444-5520-23 savings account MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS Medical Institution Address Services Medical check-up, dental clinic, Baguio Health Center T. Alonzo St. X-rays, family planning Kennon Road Emergency room, private room, Baguio Medical Center 442-3338 laboratory, x-ray, operating room Emergency, private room, Baguio General Hospital and Kennon Road operating room, dental clinic, Medical Center (BGHMC) 442-4216 EENT, Pharmacy, radiotherapy, x-ray services, ultrasound x-ray, physiotherapy, in-plant Chanum St. physical and medical Benguet Laboratories 442-2027 examinations, medical laboratories Session Road Derma Care Center Skin, hair and nail diseases 4426789 Medical Institution Address Services Magsaysay Ave Emergency room, private rooms Pines City doctors Hospital 442-4308/4082 and operating room Roseville Park Center, Balacbac, Roseville Mental Health Out-patient services offered Marcos Hi-way emergency room, operating room, private rooms, psychiatry wards and motorpool, OPD Assumption Road SLU Sacred Heart Hospital pharmacy and radiology, blood 442-5701-02 bank, dietary services, dental clinic, x-rays, radiotherapy section, pediatric and EENT Emergency room, operating Lower P. Burgos St. Sto. Nino Medical Center room, private rooms, x-rays, 447769 / 7770- laboratory services

EDUCATIONAL CENTERS

Address / Tel. Number Name of Institution Courses Offered Area code (074) Arts and Sciences, Commerce, Accountancy, Secretarial Harrison Road Sciences, Education, University of the Cordilleras 442-3316 / 8217 Architecture, Engineering, Law, vocational courses, Graduate School Arts and Sciences, Commerce, # 18 Bonifacio Street Baguio Central University Education, Secretarial Courses, 442-4949 / 2081 Graduate School Baguio Electronics and Technical Magsaysay Avenue Vocational Course Institute 442- 3743 Baguio School of Business and Magsaysay Avenue Vocational Courses Technology, Inc. 442-2986 Brent Road Brent International School Nursery to Grade 12 442-4050 ; 442-2260 Session Road Data Center Philippines Computer Courses 442-4160 Guisad Road Bachelor of Science in Business 442-4044 Easter College Management, Education, Arts and Sciences Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Magsaysay Avenue Pines City Colleges Dental Medicine, Physical 445-2209 Therapy, Optometry, Midwifery Arts and Sciences, Commerce, Secretarial Sciences, Natural Bonifacio Street Sciences, Engineering, Saint Louis University 442-2193 / 3043 Architecture, Medicine, Nursing, Human Sciences, law, Computer and Information, Graduate School Arts and Sciences, Criminology, Education, Commerce, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Upper General Luna Road Engineering and Architecture, University of Baguio 442-3071 / 5367 Technological and Vocational courses, Dental medicine, Physical Therapy, Graduate School Arts and Sciences, Fine Arts, Gov. Pack Road University of the Philippines Distance Education, graduate 442-5592 / 3888 School Dressmaking, hair Science, Magsaysay Avenue Women's vocational School Beauty Culture, cosmetology, 442-6584 tailoring

COMMUNICATION / MESSENGERIAL SERVICES Address / Tel. No. Name of Establishment Services Area Code (074) Session Road Door to door delivery Aboitiz Express 442-8347 One day courier Harrison Road Door to door delivery DHL 442-8029 One day courier DIGITEL Session Road Long distance call and fax Session Road Easy Call Communication Long distance call, paging 442-8796 Garcia communication Marbay Building Long distance calls, fax (GARCOM) 442-0046 messages, mailing Globe McKay Cable and Radio De Leon Building Telex, international telegrams Corporation 442-3329 International Communications Assumption Road Long distance calls Corporation (ICC telecom) Session Road Door to door delivery JRS Express 442-6557 One day courier Courier products, parcel, cargo, Abanao Street LBC money remittances - door to door 442-6470 delivery Philippine Long Distance Naguilian Road Overseas calls, fax, long distance Corporation (PLDT) 442-3919 Pilipino Telephone Corporation Upper Session Road Overseas calls and long distance (PILTEL) 442-4567 calls Pocket Bell Upper Session Road Long distance calls, paging 442-7929 /7934 Upper Session road PT & T Long distance , telegram 442-4717 / 441-3014 Post Office Upper Session Road Mailing and money order

INTERNET SERVERS Mt. Crest Hotel, Legarda Road CYBERSPACE Internet services 443-8734 Piaoyan bldg., Bonifacio St. MOZCOM (AXON) Internet services 443-9502-9510 GP Shopping Arcade SKY INTERNET Internet services 442-7378

Police & Law Enforcement Agencies STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER BAGUIO POLICE STATION 166 Bgo. Police Precinct 1 (Naguilian Checkpoint) 443-9111 Bgo. Police Precinct 2 (Lucban) 443-9112 Bgo. Police Precinct 3 (Pacdal) 443-9113 Bgo. Police Precinct 4 (Scout Barrio) 443-9114 Bgo. Police Precinct 5 (Marcos Highway) 443-9115 Bgo. Police Precinct 6 (Aurora Hill) 443-9116 Bgo. Police Precinct 7 (Central Business District) 443-9117 Bgo. Police Precinct 8 (Kennon Rd. Checkpoint) 447-4010 Anti Crime Hotline 163 PNP Camp Dangwa 442-5645 / 5977 CIS 442-8781 NARCOM 443-4720 NBI 442-7203/7204 TRAFFIC 444-8399 HIGHWAY PATROL 442-4429 Tuding Police Checkpoint 442-3526

LOCAL NEWSPAPERS Name of Newspaper Address & Telephone Number 66 North Sanitary Camp or Baguio Reporter 8 Chugum St., Baguio City 442-2502/4209 BCF Bldg., Harrison Road, Baguio City Tel. City Digest 442-5867/3183 e-mail: [email protected] 16 Kisad Road, Baguio City or PO Box 50 Midland Courier 442-2444/6370 63 Serafica Bldg., Cor. Ferguson and Gaerland Skyland News St., Baguio City 446-2004 2nd Basement , Juniper Bldg. SunStar Daily 67-69 Bonifacio St. Baguio City 443-8361/8362 G/F PCEC Bldg., Happy homes The Junction Campo Sioco, Baguio City 444-9535 2nd Floor, C&A Park Manor Bldg. The Tribune Km. 5, La Trinidad Tel.422-2934

RADIO STATIONS Radio Station (FM) Address & Telephone Number 45 Park View Hotel, Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City DZYB Tel.442-6833 Freq. Ch. 102.3 32 Lourdes Subdivision, Baguio City STAR FM Tel. 442-4449 Freq. Ch. 89.5 3 Upper Market Camp Allen, Baguio City DWSK Tel. 442-5172 Freq. Ch. 96.7 33 Assumption Rd., Baguio City DWHB Tel. 442-2229/2532; 444-7510 Freq. Ch. 103.9 Skyrise Hotel Dominican Road, Baguio City Tel. 442- DWMB-Barangay Love Radio 7925/ 443-4089 Freq. Ch. 95.1 34 Lim St., Quezon Hill, Baguio City DWBG Tel. 443-4112; 4442771 Freq. Ch. 95.9 Upper Dominican Rd., Baguio City FBN Tel. 444-2587-88; 443-7918 Freq. Ch. 107.1 2/F Midland Courier Bldg., Kisad Rd., B.C. DWRA – Campus Radio Tel. 444-3313-15 Freq. Ch. 92.7 33 Dominican Rd. Ext., Baguio City DWDJ Tel. 442-2538 Freq. Ch. 91.1 102 Bonifacio St., Baguio City MPBC Tel. 442-2582/2453 Freq. Ch. 99.9

Radio Station (AM) 102 Bonifacio St., Baguio City DZWT Tel. 442-2582/6520 Freq. Ch. 540 32 Lourdes Subdivision, Baguio City DZWX Tel. 442-5278/4449 Freq. Ch. 1035 Polo Field Pacdal DZEQ Tel. 442-5291/3022 Freq. Ch. 999

Television Stations 3rd Flr. Juniper Bldg., Bonifacio St., B.C. ABS-CBN Tel. 443-6091 PTV 8 Philippine Information Agency Shuntug St., Baguio City Tel. 442-6248/442-8240 Session Road, B.C. SKYCABLE Tel. 442-8368 /4443288 VIACOM

MT. GUIDES NAME ADDRESS TEL.NO. # 25 P. Zamora P. Burgos St., Baguio 444-3117 William P. Cap-ayao City Ildefonsa G. Anipew 1C, #169 Betag, La Trinidad 0918-281-4766 Julio G. Balaodan Lebeng, Bashoy, Kabayan Mariano A. Nemo Babalak, Bashoy, Kabayan Marvin M. Billao Lusod, Kabayan, Benguet Susan Q. Baban Babadak, Bashoy, Kabayan Marian L. Codiaman Balete, Kayapa, Nueva Viscaya Samuel L. Geking Babadak, Bashoy, Kabayan Junie K. Salatic Babadak, Bashoy, Kabayan Prello P. Tillama Balete, Kayapa, Nueva Viscaya Efren P. Tillama Babadak, Bashoy, Kabayan Roy F. Guindayan Balete, Kayapa, Nueva Viscaya Abegail B. Cal-es Lebeng, Bashoy, Kabayan

Tourism Oriented Organizations and Agencies

Cordillera Administrative Region Tourism Council Chairperson: Ms. Carmelita A. Mondiguing C/o Atty. Alfredo Moniguing DOTC, Post Office Bldg. Session Road, Baguio City

Baguio Tourism Council Mr. Nicholas Tabora Baguio Ice Plant & Cold Storage, Inc. 147 M. Roxas St. Tel No. (074) 442-4815

Baguio Association of Restaurants (BAR) Pres. Mr. Michael Del Rosario McDonald's Fastfood Session Road, Baguio City Tel. No. (074) 442-7649

Baguio Association of Hotels and Inns (BAHAI) President: Ms. Jeannine Chan Mt. Lodge and Restaurant Tel. (074) 442-4544

Baguio Mountain Provinces Museum Foundation, Inc. Curator: Mrs. Leonora San Agustin Baguio Convention Center, Gov. Pack Rd. Baguio City

Tourism Industry Board Foundation, Incorporated Chairman: Mr. Peter Rey Bautista Baguio City Hall, Baguio City

Baguio Arts Guild C/o Mr. Bose Café by the Ruins, Chanum St., Baguio City Tel. (074) 442-4010

Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Regional Director: Dir. Hilario P. Martinez Loakan Road, Baguio City

Baguio Regreening Coun. Erdolfo Balajadia City Council, City Hall, Baguio City

Baguio Chamber of Commerce Pres. Mr. Alfonso Lao Villa Rosal Hotel, Gen. Luna Road, Baguio City

Hotel & Restaurant Association of Baguio City (HRAB) President: Mr. Anthony de Leon Baguio Country Club

PROVINCE OF ABRA

BRIEF HISTORY

Abra was created a politico-militar province in 1846, prior to which it comprised part of the old Ilocos Province and later to Ilocos Sur when Ilocos was divided into two provinces in 1818. Civil government was established in Abra on August 19,1901, but on February 1905 it was re-annexed to Ilocos Sur. Abra remained a sub-province for 12 years regaining its status as a province only after the passage of Act 2683 in March 1977.

The main economic activity is agriculture. The Abra River used to be the way in and out of the province not to forget the horses used as mode of transportation during the Spanish period.

The cultural heritage of the people is clearly manifested in their customs and practices especially the populace in the mountainous areas. Their collection of antique porcelains, jars and gongs speak of trade with the oriental countries directly or indirectly. It can be said that the cultural practices of the people are indigenous which can be substantiated by their ethnic music that people in the mountain play. There has also existed a kind of political order as evidenced by the “kalon”, a treaty practice.

When the Spaniards came, missionary work was done in Abra by the Augustinian Orders who founded the town of Bangued in 1898. They also made extensive studies of the culture of the mountain people of Abra.

The people of Abra actively participated in the national uprising in the eighteenth century. During the middle part of 1899, a revolutionary government was set up in Abra through the leadership of Don Blas Villamor. Leocadio Valera became Provincial Governor until Abra fell into the American Civil Government, which they established on August 19, 1909.

During the Japanese Occupation, subversive guerilla organization was formed to resist the intruders. Like any other place, the province was heavily damaged during the Second World War. Industries and properties of people were adversely affected. When the Americans took over after the war, a new system of government was introduced and substantial change in the social, religious, political and economic life of the people. The province of Abra is envisioned to be developed as a North gateway to the Cordilleras highlighting its rich cultural (both upland and lowland) and historical heritage.

I. BRIEF OVERVIEW

Geography

Abra is an inland province bounded by Ilocos Norte and Mt. Province on the north, Ilocos Sur on the south, Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur on the west and Mt. Province, Kalinga and Apayao on the east.

Abra's terrain is generally rolling hills towards Ilocos Sur with flat lands particularly in the Abra Valley which has its headwaters in the Mt. Province with the river flowing northward across the Abra Valley and exits into the China Sea through the town of Santa, Ilocos Sur. The land area of Abra is to approximately 397,555 hectares.

Political Subdivision

The province of Abra is composed of 27 municipalities and 304 barangays respectively, namely: Bangued (31), Boliney (8), Bucay (21), Bucloc (4), Daguioman (4), Danglas (7), Dolores (15), Lacub (6), Lagangilang (17), Lagayan (5), Langiden (6), La Paz (12), Licuan-Baay (11), Luba (8), Malibcong (12), Manab (11), Penarrubia (9), Pidigan (15), Pilan (15), Sallapadan (9), San Isidro (9), San Juan (19), San Quintin (6), Tayum (11), Tineg (11), Tubo (10), and Villaviciosa (8).

Climate

The climate of the province is characterized by two pronounced seasons that is dry from November to April and wet during the rest of the year.

Population

As of May 1996, Abra gained a population of 195,964 with a share of 16.33% of the region's population. It ranks third next to Kalinga of the six provinces of the Cordilleras.

Language / Dialect

Based on the 1995 census survey result, Ilocano is generally spoken by 73.65% of the region's total population. 25.18% speaks Tinguian / Itneg, 0.16% Tagalog, while the remaining 0.54% speak other kinds of dialects.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

HISTORICAL

Casa Real - A facade of the first provincial capitol of Abra, located at Bucay, Abra.

Gabriela Silang Monument - Gabriela Silang popularly known as the "Joan of Arc" of the Ilocos, led the Ilocanos' resistance against the Spaniards in 1763, after her husband Diego Silang was treacherously shot on May 28, of the same year. Today, her monument stands at the town plaza of Pidigan to remind every one of the gallant stand and the ideals she and her husband fought and died for.

CULTURAL

Pinaing (Sacred Stones) - found in Dumayco, Penarrubia, 6.62 kilometers from Bangued. In the hollow of a huge Balete Tree are found sacred stones called “pinpinaing” by the village people which symbolizes the “anito” (spirits) of their ancestors.

Don Teodoro Brillantes Family Museum - A private museum which houses the collections and mementos of the Brillantes family with a strong reflection of the Spanish culture.

Old Roman Catholic Churches - The churches are among the traces of the cultural heritage left by the Spanish colonizers. These are found in the municipalities of Bangued, Tayum, and Lagangilang. In Lagangilang, the church is not located in the town plaza unlike the churches in Bangued and Tayum where the churches are located near the town plazas and the municipal halls.

NATURAL

Abra River - This is the biggest, longest and most popular river among the numerous rivers criss-crossing the valleys of the province. It is where all rivers and streams converge together. This is an ideal place for swimming and fishing.

Boliney Hot Spring - Located at Bani, Boliney, Abra. It can be reached by jeepneys after travelling 32 kilometers of dirt road. The place is ideal for swimmers who love taking a bath in hot and cold water. Aside from its hot spring, the locality offers a vivid experience in mountain travel with a winding road cruise alongside and between mountain ranges.

Tugot ni Angalo - Translated as "Footprints of Angalo" - the Adam in Abra mythology) - It is found in Kabaruyan, San Quintin. The "footprint" is a perpetual monument of Angalo. People claim this is a real giant footprint in San Quintin, around fifteen meters long, five meters wide and ten feet deep. On a clear day, it can be seen visibly even from a distance.

Libtec Underground River - An enchanting underground river located in Barangay Libtec, Dolores. At a distance, one can see a cave protruding at the surface of a seemingly empty field. But underneath, the surface a flowing underground river mirrors the jutting stalagmites, giving one both a sense of wonder. Residents in the area claim the place is home to some "mysterious" water creatures.

Kimkimay Lake - This is one of the several lakes of the province located at Taquib, Villaviciosa. It covers an approximate area of one hectare amidst hills bordering barangays Taquib and Callao, both in Villaviciosa. Kimkimay Lake, according to legend carried by word of mouth was formerly a dwelling where several families lived. These families were however engaged in many vices so they were punished by the gods by sinking their community, submerging it in cool water. Today, the lake is a favorite place for town picnickers using the lake as a swimming pool and place for fishing. This place can be reached from Bangued travelling along a 32 kilometer winding Penarrubia-Villaviciosa- Pilar Road which as similar to the famous Kennon Road. Means of transportation is by jeepneys and mini-buses with travelling time of one hour.

Sibud-sibud Cave - This is located along the newly -constructed road of Tineg. It can be reached after traveling a distance of around 33 kilometers with a traveling time of 1 - 1/2 hours. It is an ideal place for nature lovers.

Limbo Lake - This is the second lake located at Villaviciosa. Though not as popular as the Kimkimay Lake, it offers an ideal place for campers and hikers for it cannot be reached by jeepneys and buses. The distance to travel is however negligible.

MAN - MADE

Don Mariano Marcos Bridge - Located along the Abra Kalinga National Road which is the third longest bridge in the country today with a total length of 886.812 linear meters. Said bridge is strategically located between the boundaries of Tayum, Lagangilang and Dolores at one scenic portion of Abra River.

Tangadan Tunnel - This is a forty (40) meter tunnel located along the Abra- Ilocos Sur National road. It can be reached from Narvacan Junction after cruising a winding 9-kilometer road cut through the hills bordering Abra and Ilocos Sur. The tunnel is a popular benchmark to most of the provinces' populace as well as to visitors where dignitaries and other prominent visitors are being welcomed.

Lusuac Dam - This is the gravity irrigation dam located at Lagayan. It can be reached by traveling along the Abra-Ilocos Norte Road and the La Paz - Lagayan Provincial Road. Traveling time takes one to one and half-hours. This is an ideal place for fishing and swimming with its clear water.

Victoria National Park - This is located atop a hill overlooking the town of Bangued and neighboring municipalities of Tayum, La Paz, Pidigan and Penarrubia. A shrine of the blessed mother cradling Infant Jesus was built near the reservoir of Bangued waterworks. A swimming pool is also available for swimmers.

Borikibok Resort - This is located at San Miguel, Bucay, and Abra. It can be reached after traveling the winding 16 kilometers Penarrubia-Bucay Road. It offers a cool, shady and cozy ground for picnic lovers with its heart shaped swimming pool, dancing conference square located under the shady atmosphere of trees.

Brima Resort - This is located in Penarrubia, Abra with a traveling distance of seven and a half kilometers along asphalt and partly gravel road. The resort boasts of a swimming pool under shades of mango trees. Thus, the place is ideal for swimmers who love cool water and cozy atmosphere.

Malamsit Calm Spring - This is one of the first resorts developed by a private citizen and is located in the historic lowland Tingguian town of Penarrubia. It offers a shady swimming pool with clear and calm water amidst ornamental plants and shady fruit trees. This place is accessible by land transportation using jeepneys, mini-buses and chartered tricycles through seven (7) kilometers. of gravel road.

Manabo Irrigation Project - This is a P6 million project which was jointly undertaken by the Miserdor, an association of German Catholics, the Bavarian Ministry of Agriculture and the people of Manabo. This is an ideal place for students to visit with its Roman-inspired aqueducts, a spacious swimming pool and one kilometer tunnel. The Manabo Irrigation Project is a monument that shows the undying cooperation of the local folks with agencies, private or public, in pursuit of a better quality of life. The project site can be reached by mini-buses and jeepneys after leisurely cruising along a winding 32 kilometers gravel road. The tunnel and swimming pool is 4 kilometers away from the town proper of Manabo.

Palayan ng Bayan - This is a vast tract of barren land converted into an agricultural land when the Palayan ng Bayan program was launched in the province in 1974 as a sister program of the Masagana '99 program. The site covers a sprawling 56 hectares atop a hill. Abra River Irrigation Project - A project of the church in Abra and the National Irrigation Administration designed to irrigate approximately 3,900 hectares of farmland in the municipalities of Tayum, Bangued, Pidigan and Penarrubia. This project enables the people of the said municipalities to harvest crops twice a year.

Provincial Capitol - This is a three-storey building situated north of Bangued Town Plaza and northwest of Bangued Municipal Hall. Its cool atmosphere provided by the trees surrounding the building is a suitable place for government officials and employees to perform their functions as servants of Abrenians. It is in this building where tourists gather data and information about the province. Beside it is the Provincial Library, which provides additional knowledge and information through textbooks, newspapers, magazines and other, reading materials. Landscape in front of the Capitol and Provincial Library Buildings enhance the panoramic view.

Mary Barbero Park - This is the town plaza of the municipality of Tayum, which is located 5.6 kilometers northeast of Bangued. It boasts of a man-made lagoon and a playground for children, not to mention the century-old acacia trees surrounding the landscaped plaza. This park was named in honor of Mrs. Mary V. Barbero, the wife of the late Deputy Minister Carmelo Z. Barbero.

Malanas Dam - This is a gravity irrigation dam located at San Juan, Abra. It taps the water resources of Malanas River irrigating a sizable portion of the ricefields of San Juan. It can be reached by riding a mini bus traveling along Bangued-Dolores-San Juan Provincial Road, which is asphalted. Travelling time is thirty minutes to one hour with a traveling distance of around .6 kilometers.

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Arya Abra (March 9) - A celebration commemorating the creation of the province in March 1917 by virtue of Act 2683. The occasion is cupped by a grand cultural parade depicting Abra in its historical stages starting from the early pre-Spanish era to the present times.

Tingguian Festival - an ethno-cultural festival featuring the rich and colorful dances, rituals and songs of the Tingguians.

SUPPORT SERVICES

ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

NON-ACCREDITED Name of Hotel Address Classification No. Of Rm King David Palace Hotel Capitulacion St., Bangued Tourist Inn 19 Abtemco Bangued, abra Lodging House 6 Marysol Pension Taft St., Bangued Lodging House 8 Oval Era Hostel Victoria Park, Bangued Tourist Inn 12 Diocesan Pastoral Center Taft St., Bangued Lodging House 10 Tingguian Lodge Complex Calaba, Abra Lodging House 10 Villa Soraji Bangued, Abra Special Interest Resort 4

FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT

NON-ACCREDITED: A & A Hotel and Restaurant Bangued, Abra Bene Disco Bangued, Abra Budget Food Center Bangued, Abra BWD Ihaw-Ihaw sa Poolside Bangued, Abra Gallera Moderna Bangued, Abra Jaruji's Restaurant Bangued, Abra Jaysid Canteen Bangued, Abra Jj Kitchenette Bangued, Abra Jolly Baby Restaurant Bangued, Abra Kamayan Rest Bangued, Abra Marysol Hotel and Restaurant Bangued, Abra Pobet Tofer Snack Center Bangued, Abra Princess Restaurant Bangued, Abra

SHOPPING CENTERS Establishment Address/Telephone Product Lines Penarrubia baskets, flower pots, flower baskets, Abra Native Products Tel. 752-8511 etc. Mudiit, Dolores sala set, dining, bag handler, cabinets Balbin Quality Furniture Tel. 752-8511 Ubbog, Bangued sala sets, tables, cabinets, door panels Bello’s Furniture Tel. 752-8511 Mudeng, La Paz Berona’s Bamboo Design mirror frames, bags Tel. 752-8511 Dugong, Bucay cabinets, drawers, tables, chairs, Bide’s Furniture Tel. 752-8511 dining, sala set Bulbulala Loomweavers Bulbulala, La Paz binakol, blanket, table napkin, bed Association Tel. 752-8511 sheets, tapis Capitulacion St., Bangued Back pack, bamboo attaché case, Calixterio’s Handicrafts Tel. 752-8490 trays, make-up kits Cabildatan Zone 7, Sala, dining sets, beds, windows, Campol’s Furniture Bangued balluster Talogtog Bamboo hats, baskets, trays, mirror Charie Maye’s Handicraft Tel. 752-8511 with frame Pilar, Tayum Bamboo sala set, bamboo chairs and Dado’s Bamboo Designs Tel. 752-8511 tables Poblacion Bucay Trays, cabinets, drawers, chairs, DBP Woodcraft and Furniture Tel. 752-8511 tables, beds Duldulao, Malibcong Duldulao-gacab MCPI Tel. 752-8511 chairs, cabinets, softbrooms Establishment Address/Telephone Product Lines De-et, Tayum table cloth and napkin, blanket, tela, Feliza’s Loomweaving Tel. 752-8511 sheet Patucannay, Tayum ply-boo, riftgain, tangle wood, In-Hand Abra Tel. 752-8511 lumber Torijos St. Zone 5 tocino, tapa, and other processed Jeandy Enterprise Tel.. 752-8511 meat, cakes Torijos St. Zone 5 orchids on hanging, planters and Jomeni Orchid Collection Tel. 752-8511 ornamental plants Ayyeng, Manabo woodcarved products, paper trays and Manabo MCPI Tel. 752-8511 planters Nangaparan, Danglas wall and newspaper racks, cabinet, Nangparan Rattan Handicraft Tel. 752-8511 sala set Penarrubia tingguian attire, tapis, blankets, etc. Namarabar Loomweaving Tel 752-8511 Bucay bowls. Trays, chairs, sala sets, tables RG Astudillo Woodcraft Tel. 752-8511 Bangued ornamental plants, flowers, orchids Timpuyog Dagiti Inna Ti Abra Tel. 752-8558 Torijos St., Zone 5 processed mango, nata de coco and Valera Enterprises Tel. 752-8511 processed fruits

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

Transportation Company Address Trips / Destination

Inocencio Aniceto Trans Bangued, Abra Abra - Manila Partas Trans Bangued, Abra Abra - Manila Abra - Pangasinan Philippine Rabbit Bus Bangued, Abra Baguio - Abra Manila - Abra Times Transit Bangued, Abra Baguio - Abra

VIron Trans Bangued, Abra Baguio - Abra

REST AREAS ACCREDITED Establishment Address Sunrise Shell Service Center Torrijos St., Bangued, Abra

NON ACCREDITED Paredes Caltex Gasoline Taft St., Bangued Abra Petron Service Center2 Capitulacio St., Bangued Nuevo Petron Station Zone 5, Bangued Oroville Shell Gasoline Station Rizal St., Bangued Abra Petron Service Center Taft St., Bangued MISCELLANEOUS MEDICAL FACILITIES

1. Abra Provincial Hospital 2. Bangued Christian Hospital 3. Santa Monica Hospital 4. La Paz District Hospital 5. Santa Monica Hospital

BANKS / MONEY CHANGERS

1. Allied Banking Corporation 2. PCI BANK 3. Philippine National Bank Rural Banks located in other municipalities

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

1. Abra State Institute of Science and Technology 2. School of Arts and Trade 3. Valley College 4. OISCA - AGRO Forestry Training Center

TOURISM ORIENTED ORGANIZATION AND AGENCIES

ABRA PROVINCIAL TOURISM COUNCIL (APTC) Chairman : Marilou Bobila-Gasa Office of the Governor Abra Provincial Capitol Tel # (074) 7528118

Municipality Name Address Boliney Fred C. Luben Boliney Municipal Hall Tel # (074) 7528531 Bucay Alma Flores C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118 Daguioman Lilyjean Bacani C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118 Danglas Eduardo Pataray C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118 Lagayan Crecencio Bernal C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118 La Paz Elvis Balbosa C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118 Manabo Teodora Condoya C/o Governor's Office Tel # (074) 7528118

PROVINCE OF APAYAO

BRIEF HISTORY

Available historical accounts show that Spanish missionaries first stepped in Apayao in 1608 where they established their foothold at the present day municipality of Pudtol. They found the Mandayas later known as Isnegs already in their organized communities. It was also on this year that Father Geronimo Molina started his missionary work in the province.

Towards the latter part of the 18th century, the Spaniards could only claim to have conquered the lower part of Apayao where they established their politico-militar commandancias. Evidence of this are the ruins of the Spanish churches at barangays Mataguisi and Emilia.

On June 18,1966, Republic Act No. 4695 was enacted creating four separate independent provinces namely: Benguet, Ifugao, Mt. Province and Kalinga-Apayao from the original Mountain Province.

When Executive Order No. 220 was signed and issued by Her Excellency President Corazon C. Aquino on July 15,1987, creating the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), the provinces of Ifugao and Kalinga- Apayao of Region 2 and Abra of Region 1 were included in the territorial coverage of the CAR.

In 1994, Congressman Elias K. Bulut filed a bill in congress for the possible separation of Kalinga and Apayao which on February 14, 1995, Republic Act No.7878 was signed into law. This Act provides for the conversion of the province of Kalinga-Apayao into regular province to be known as the provinces of Apayao and province of Kalinga, amending Republic Act No.4695.

As a new province, the Apayao Provincial Government has no buildings to house its offices. Hence, these offices are temporarily housed in privately owned houses in the poblacion of Kabugao, the capital town of Apayao. The province has its own natural attractions not found in the rest of the region. It was the " Cordillera's Last Frontier for Nature Richness".

I. BRIEF OVERVIEW

Geography

The province of Apayao is located at the northernmost tip of the Luzon mainland. It is bounded on the east by the province of Cagayan, on the west by Ilocos Norte and Abra and on the south by Kalinga. The province’s total area is 392,790 hectares, which is about 21 percent of the total land area of the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).

Political Subdivision

It is made up of seven municipalities with 131 barangays and composed of the following municipalities, namely:

MUNICIPALITY LAND AREA (has.) NO. OF BARANGAYS

Calanasan 1,138.90 16 Conner 694.40 21 Flora 324.40 21 Kabugao 806.40 16 Luna 655.40 22 Pudtol 238.90 22 Sta. Marcela 70.00 15

Topography

The province is classified into upper and lower. Upper Apayao with 3 municipalities occupies 67.2% of the total land area and has a mountainous topography characterized by towering peaks, plateaus and intermittent patches of valleys. Lower Apayao on the other hand with 4 municipalities is 32.8% of the total land area is generally flat land with rolling mountains and plateaus.

Climate

The prevailing climate in the province falls under corona’s Type III Classification. It is characterized by relatively dry and wet seasons, from November to April and wet during the rest of the year. Heaviest rain occurs during December to February while the month of May is the warmest.

Population

The province has a total population of 74,720 for the year 1995. This marked an increased of 1.34% from the 1990 population of 74,004. The Isnegs are the dominant ethnic group in the area.

Language/ Dialect

Ilocano is the dominant dialect spoken by almost half of the 26,812 households in the province followed by Isneg and Tagalog. The rest of the 25 dialects are spoken in small numbers of the household. Industries

Updated records of the Department of Trade and Industry Provincial Office reveal that existing industries in the province are furniture, garment craft, food processing, gifts and house wares and agricultural support.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

NATURAL

The Apayao River - unpolluted, traversing 6 Apayao municipalities navigated by motor boats, with wildlife and fishes still visible along its banks.

Various Water Falls of different sizes along Apayao River.

POTENTIAL SCENIC SPOTS

Dacao Irrigation Intake - Flora Negritos Village - Flora Jamboree Site - Flora Proposed Panay Airport Site - Sta. Marcela 5. Swan Hilltop view - Pudtol (overloking Apayao river and 4 municipalities of Apayao). 6. Mt. Solo - Pudtol, the highest peak in Apayao 7. Lizardo Brooks - Pudtol 8. Turod View Deck - Luna 9. Blue Haven - Calanasan Agamata Park - Calanasan Various Waterfalls of different sizes along Apayao River

POTENTIAL GAMES and RECREATION

Waton Subterrian River - Pudtol Agora Wildlife Sanctuary - Pudtol Anag-Sicapo Wildlife Sanctuary - Kabugao Apayao River - Calanasan to Luna Purit Cave and Danao Lake - Calanasan Anganupan Cave - Paco Valley Malabanag Hot Spring - Paco Valley Malabisin Lake and Underground River - Paco Valley Gululan Falls - Bacubac, Paco Valley Bayugao Lake - Dibagat, Kabugao Ladda Pond - Musimut, Kabugao Bacut Dam - Sta. Marcela Abbot Cave and Lover’s Lane - Luna Nalvo and 7 other caves - Luna Swan Ogee Dam - Pudtol

HISTORICAL SPOTS

Spanish Church at Barangay Mataguisa, Pudtol one of the oldest in the Philippines.

Spanish Church Ruins at Barangay Emilia, Pudtol

MAN - MADE Dacao Irrigation Intake Structure - located at Flora Bacut Dam - located at Sta. Marcela Swan Ogee Dam - Pudtol NPC Tunnels - located at Ginned Pudtol

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Annual Apayao Day Celebration (February 14) - cultural activities presenting pageants and sports

Say-Am-Talip-Tadoc - a festival featuring their ethnic songs, dances and rituals.

Pudtol Town Fiesta - every last Thursday, Friday and Saturday of May, Agro-Trade Fair Pageant and Sports.

Conner - every third week of May Cultural Presentation, Trade Fair and Pageant Sports.

IV. SUPPORT FACILITIES

ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

ESTABLISHMENT ADDRESS / TEL. NO.

Rosalinda’s Lodging Cabugao, Apayao Capitol Guest House Cabugao, Apayao

SOUVENIR AND SHOPPING CENTERS Establishment Address Services Rodriguez Gift Shop Poblacion Flora gift items, dry goods Erenia’s Store & Gift Shop Poblacion Flora dry goods, gift items Caluducan’s Furniture Poblacion Flora wood craft

FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT Establishment Address Services fast food, Filipino dishes, hamburgers and Saguisi’s Eatery Pudtol native snacks Gorospe’s Eatery & Snack House fast food, Filipino dishes, native snacks and Pudtol hamburgers Lalen Panciteria Flora noodles Guillermo’s Eatery Sta. Marcela fast food, Filipino dishes Wil-Nelia Snack House Sta. Marcela hamburgers, salad, hotdogs, etc fast food , Filipino dishes, salads, variety of Hipolito’s Eatery Luna snacks Kabugao First Eatery Kabugao fast food, Filipino dishes, variety of snacks

Transportation Facilities Name of Company Origin /Destination Schedule Travel Time Greenland Bus Lines Conner - Baguio (via -6:00 & 8:00 am daily Tuguegarao)(15 hrs) Baguio - Conner (via -5:00 & 6:00 p.m. daily Tuguegarao) (15 hrs) Kabugao - Tuguegarao -7:00 am daily Apache Tours Tuguegarao - Kabugao -7:00 p.m. daily 5 Hrs)

Name of Company Origin /Destination Schedule Travel Time Kabugao - Tuguegarao -7:00 am daily PTME Tours Tuguegarao - Kabugao -7:00 p.m. daily (5 Hrs) Kabugao - Tuguegarao -7:00 am daily Public Utility Jeepneys Tuguegarao - Kabugao -7:00 p.m. daily (2 units) (5 Hrs) Flora - Tuguegarao -6:00; 6:30; & 7:00 daily Cabulisan Bus Line Tuguegarao - Flora -12:30; 1:00 & 3:00 p.m. daily (3 hours) Flora - Vigan -6:30 am daily Biggayan Liner Vigan - Flora 4:00 p.m. daily (9 hours) Pudtol - Tug. (3 hrs) -6:00 am daily Tug. - Pudtol (3hrs) -12:00 nn daily CA Trans Pudtol - Laoag (5 hrs) -6:30; 7:00 am & 12:00 nn daily Laoag - Pudtol (5 hrs) - 6:00;8:00am & 4:00 p.m. daily Conner-Tug. (3 hrs) Bus Line Tug. - Conner 7:00; 7:30 & 8:00 am daily (3 hrs) Lilibeth Trans Conner - Tabuk (4 hrs) 7:00 am daily Tabuk - Conner (4 hrs) 7:00 am daily Genoveza Conner - Tug. (3hrs) 7:00; 7:30 & 8:00 am daily Apayao Minorities Trans Busaing Motors

CONVENTION FACILITIES

ESTABLISHMENT LOCATION CAPACITY Apayao Institute of Science & 100 Luna Technology Apayao Community Learning 200 Kabugao Center Flora Training Center Flora 200 Kabugao First Eatery Kabugao 150

V. MISCELLANEOUS

SPORTS/RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

ESTABLISHMENT LOCATION SERVICES

Luna Recreation Center Luna indoor and Outdoor games Pudtol Multi-Purpose Auditorium Pudtol basketball volleyball indoor games

Kabugao Gymnasium Kabugao basketball volleyball indoor games

Children’s Park Flora playground

Children’s Park Kabugao playground

Rizal Park Calanasan playground / rest area

BANKS

Establishment Address

Rural Bank of Luna San Isidro, Luna, Apayao

Land Bank of the Philippines Poblacion, Luna, and Apayao

MEDICAL FACILITIES

Establishment Address

Ama Jasdac District Hospital Pudtol

Apayao District Hospital Calanasan

Sta. Marcela Medical Hospital Sta. Marcela

Flora District Hospital Flora

Kabugao District Hospital Kabugao

Barangay Health Stations present in 17 barangays of the province

Rural Health Units present in all 7 municipalities

Immaculate Clinic San Isidro, Luna

Pulido’s Dental Clinic Poblacion, Luna

Soriano’s Clinic Sta. Marcela

Medical Clinic Conner

COMMUNICATION FACILITIES

Establishment Address

Bureau of Post present in all 7 municipalities with Luna having two (2) Bureau of Telecommunication present in all 7 municipalities

Municipal Public Telephone Office present in the following Municipalities:

MUNICIPALITY TELEPHONE NO.

Conner 078-872-2217 Kabugao 078-872-2218 Flora 078-824-8578 Luna 078-824-8575 Pudtol 078-824-8576 Sta. Marcela 078-824-8577

RADIO COMMUNICATION

SSB Radio Communication - frequency (5770.0 and 6695.0)

PNP Radio Communication - present in all municipalities

POLICE ASSISTANCE There are Philippine National Police Stations in all 7 municipalities in the province with a total force of 132.

FIRE STATIONS There is only one fire station in the province and it is located at Luna.

APAYAO PROVINCIAL TOURISM COUNCIL Chairperson : Dr. Corazon Claveria C/o Provincial Capitol Kabugao, Apayao

Municipality Name Address Kabugao Celso del Cruz Kabugao Municipal Hall Luna Purificacion Visitacion Luna Municipal Hall

Data Source: Provincial Government of Apayao. Department of Tourism - CAR fn:carsit99-1/sgc

PROVINCE OF BENGUET

BRIEF HISTORY

Early in the 19th century after the Spanish explorer Guillermo Galvey's report of his expedition, the Spanish government organized the mountain region into six (6) commandancias politico-militar namely: Benguet in 1846, Lepanto in 1852, Bontoc in 1859, Amburayan in 1889, and Kayapa and Kabugao in 1891. The province of Benguet, as now constituted, have portions of which were parts of the districts of Lepanto, Bontoc and Amburayan.

Early commandancias were divided into rancherias. The commandancia of Benguet consisted of 41 rancherias with La Trinidad, named after Galvey's wife, as capital. In 1899, the Katipunan came to Benguet and united the Igorots and established Benguet under the government of the Republic of the Philippines. Ora Juan Carino of Tublay was appointed Governor of Benguet and Chairman of the Board. In La Trinidad, Miguel Picarte was appointed as president but their terms were short-lived since the American colonizers came in the 1900's.

Under the American rule, civil government was established under Act. No. 48 in the following townships of Benguet; Adaoay, Ambuklao, Ampusongan, Atok, Balakbak, Bokod, Buguias, Kabayan, Kapangan, Kibungan, Daclan, Gallano, Itogon, Palina, Sablan, and Tublay. The government of each township was vested in the president and council composed of one representative from each barrio of the township. When Act. No. 1876 was passed on August 13, 1908, Benguet province became a sub-province of the Mountain Province. Under this Act, the sub-province embraced by the Mountain Province were Amburayan, Apayao, Benguet, Bontoc, Ifugao, Kalinga and Lepanto.

The original nineteen (19) townships of Benguet as embodied in Act No. 48 dated November 22, 1900 were reduced to thirteen (13) municipalities. The township of Baguio became a chartered city on September 1, 1909, creating in its place the township of Tuba. The townships of Ambuklao, Adaoay, Balakbak, Galiano, Palina and Loo were abolished under Executive Orders issued by the government of the Philippines.

Today, the province of Benguet still hold claims as the "Salad Bowl of the Philippines" because of its huge production of upland vegetables.

I. BRIEF OVERVIEW

Geography

Benguet lies in the southernmost part of the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). Pangasinan bound it on the south, on the east by Ifugao and Nueva Viscaya, on the north by Mountain Province, and on the west by La Union and Ilocos Sur. The province has a total land area of 261,648 hectares. It is located between 16'33" north latitude and 120'34" to 125'52" east longitude. Its capital, La Trinidad, is 256 kilometers north of Manila and 6 kilometers north of Baguio City. The municipality of Itogon has the largest area with 49,800 hectares of which the Benguet Corporation and Itogon-Suyoc Mines, Incorporated used a large portion for mining activities.

Political Subdivision

Benguet has thirteen municipalities namely: Atok, Bakun, Bokod, Buguias, Itogon, Kabayan, Kapangan, Kibungan, La Trinidad, Mankayan, Sablan, Tuba and Tublay. There are 140 barangays.

The road network leading to the province is serviced by 411.122 kilometers of national road, 300.870 kilometers of provincial roads and various municipals and barangay roads accessible. Major transportation arteries for Benguet and Baguio City are the Marcos Highway, Naguilian Road and Kennon Road from Metro Manila and the lowland provinces. To the north are Halsema Highway (Mountain Trial), Bokod- Kabayan-Buguias road and the Benguet-Nueva Viscaya road.

Climate

Benguet belongs under the Type 1 climate by the coronas system of classification with pronounced district seasons, wet season from May to October and dry season during the rest of the year. The area is pleasantly cooled comparable to spring in temperature countries. Temperature ranges from as low as 8.60 degrees Celsius during the month of January to as high as 26 Celsius does in the month of April. The average daily temperature is 18.55 degrees Celsius. Wind velocity is 1.43 meter per second and average rainfall ranges from 7.50 mm/month to 950.40 mm/month. Population

The population in 2000 was 252,386 with an increase of 11.24% from the population in 1995 of 226,883.

Language/Dialect

There are three (3) major ethnolinguistic groups in the province. These are the Kankan-eys, the Ibaloys and the Kalanguyas. Traditionally, the Kankana-eys are the native miners while the Ibaloys are the agriculturists. The Kankana-ey dialect is related to the Lepanto dialect, while the Ibaloy dialect or nabaloys sounds similar in some ways to the Pangasinan dialect. The Kalanguya dialect is a combination of the Kankana-ey and the Ibaloy dialects.

The Kankan-eys occupy the northern part of the province: Bakun, Mankayan, Kibungan and Buguias while the Ibaloys occupy the southern municipalities of Bokod, Itogon, Tuba, Sablan and Tublay. The municipalities of Atok and Kapangan share the Ibaloy and Kankana-ey tongues. The Ibaloys originally occupied la Trinidad.

Other ethnic groups are the Ikaraos of Bokod, Iowaks of Itogon, and the Kalanguyas found in the municipalities of Tuba, Kabayan and Buguias.

While these ethno-linguistic groups are divergent from each other, they do live harmoniously.

Major Industries

There are various major kinds of industries in the province. These are agriculture, small and large scale mining, gold panning, silver craft/ brass wares, gift and toy making, strawberry production, livestock and poultry, tiger grass production and broom making.

These industries are locally based making use of locally produced materials, which provide employment to individual entrepreneurs and organized groups.

Existing rural industries are: gifts, toys and house wares which includes silver craft/ brass wares, woodcraft, loom weaving, handmade paper decors and novelty items, and garment - knitting wearable. Sericulture and fruit vegetable processing such as strawberry jams, fruit jellies, candies and preserves.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

HISTORICAL

1. Batarangan Airstrip (Kibungan) - used as landing site by the U.S. Airforce during World War II.

2. Camp Utopia (Kapangan) - this was the camp of the 66th Infantry Battalion during the 2nd World War. It was where the late Majors Bado Dangwa and Dennis Molintas led the defense of the Igorotlandia.

3. Darew Ancient Ruins of Civilization (Kapangan) - The ruins were the earliest known settlements.

4. Kaliwaga Cave (Kapangan) Burial place of the British soldiers of fortune who came to Benguet in the 15th century.

5. Guerilla Saddle (Km 26 Halsema Highway) - Battleground of the famous Infantry Battalion and guerillas who fought the Japanese Imperial Army. Seesaw battles ensued until finally, the Igorot defenders won. 6. Hill WW II (Mankayan) - Site where the 66th Infantry Battalion and guerillas fought to make their way to Besang Pass. The capture of Hill WW II opened the right flank guard of the Japanese Imperial Garrison to bombardment and constant attack by Igorot freedom fighters.

7. Lamtang - escape route of then President Sergio Osmena and party who was escorted by a detachment of the 66th Infantry Battalion to Camp Valhalla, Kapangan to San Gabriel, La Union during WW II.

NATURAL

1. Mount Kabunian (Bakun) - believed to be the dwelling place of the gods. This rocky mountain stretches for kilometers displaying its multifaceted profile.

2. Timbac Caves (Kabayan) - another mummy abode which can be reached by hiking from a jump-off point along kilometer 52 of the Halsema Highway.

3. Opdas Cave (Kabayan) - located about 300 meters from the municipal building is a spot that cannot be missed. Considered as one of the biggest burials caves in the municipality, it has 200 skulls and bones neatly piled on ledges reminiscent of the catacombs of Rome.

4. Apo Anno Cave (Natubleng Buguias) - the famed 12th -century mighty hunter of Benguet orally told and foretold as a demigod in Benguet tales whose remains have been mummified has been peacefully laid to rest in his original burial site. Benguet leaders have persistently searched for his remains for over 80 years. Upon his recovery, Apo Anno was given a hero's welcome.

5. Tinongchol Burial Rock (Kabayan) - this burial rock almost as big as a regular three-storey building houses centuries old mummies. This came about through the labor of people during the olden times that bore hold on the solid boulders where they interred their dead.

6. Mount Pulag (Kabayan) - this is the highest mountain peak in Luzon towering at an altitude of 9,640 feet above sea level and considered as the playground of the gods by local folks. It is home to many species of highland flora and fauna, including the dwarf bamboo, which covers its bald peak.

7. Mount Santo Tomas (Tuba) - an eighteen (18) kilometer rugged road leads to the peak which offers one view of the most significant sunrises and sunsets, a clear view of the Lingayen gulf. It is ideal for picnics and out - of - town excursions.

8. Colorado Falls (Tuba) - located a short distance off Kennon Road, these falls have been the favorite watering hole of Baguio residents for some time. Three giant falls drop into a natural pool almost ten (10) feet at its deepest. Vacationist troop to this place during weekends.

9. Mountain Lakes (Kabayan) - Lakes Incolos, Bulalacao and Letep-ngepos can be found at the base of Mt. Pulag. With their crystal clear water, these can be reached by hiking through scenic Oak Forest that grew densely around the base of the mountain. Bulalakao Lake has been awarded as a "Three - time Consecutive Winner" under the Cleanest Lake for the Cordillera under the Gawad Pangulo sa Kapaligiran. 10. Ambongdolan Caves (Tublay) A cluster of caves and cavelets (Bengao-ngao, Ketong, Bongis, and Tey-tey) found in Ambongdolan which is an ideal spot for spelunkers and nature trippers. 11. Badekbek Sulfur Springs (Bokod) a natural spring with boiling mud pools emitting smoke located in Daclan. People find this attraction a continuing source of wonder and amazement.

12. Tukang Cave (Tuba) - It is a multi-chambered cave along the Bued River and the historic Kennon Road at Twin Peaks. It is a spelunker's delight.

13. Other Scenic Sites: Inodey Water Falls (Mankayan) Dalupirip Hot Spring (Itogon) Towing Water Falls (Sablan) Cabacab Plateau (Mankayan) Bridal Veil Falls (Tuba) Loo Valley (Buguias)

MAN - MADE

Marker of the Highest Mountain Highway System - in the country at 7,400 feet above sea level (Atok)

2. Benguet Provincial Capitol (La Trinidad) - a three- storey edifice situated at Capitol Hill, La Trinidad. It encompasses an entire view of La Trinidad Valley. It houses provincial and some national offices and is a symbol of the progressive stance of Benguet province.

3. Benguet State University (La Trinidad) - the alma mater of most of the leaders in the mountain region which occupies a good portion of the La Trinidad valley. Only 6 kilometers away from Baguio City, its various projects on floriculture, penology, animal husbandry, poultry raising and vegetable growing are worth visiting. Home made strawberry and blueberry preserves and freshly baked bread are available at its cooperative.

4. Kennon Road - more popularly known as Zig-zag Road, it is a breathtaking and impressive stretch of cemented and asphalted winding road. The upward climb reveals picturesque heights and lush greenery, which is best appreciated when viewed at the Kennon viewpoint pas the famous Lion's head.

5. Ambuklao and Binga Dams (Bokod and Itogon) built in the 1950's, these dams are the source of power of major areas in Luzon.

6. Madaymen (Kibungan) - a vegetable growing area which is known as the "Switzerland of Benguet." There is frosting during the cold months and children leave water and sugar out overnight to make icicles. 7. Asin-an Sulfur Springs (Buguias) - beautiful terraced mountainsides planted with cabbage, Baguio beans, carrots, and other vegetables draw praises from motorists passing the Halsema Mountain Highway because of their neat rows and upright trellises.

8. Mining Districts: Lepanto Consolidated Philex Mines

These mining sites are complete communities in themselves with all the necessary services inherent in a community.

9. Other Scenic Sites: Halsema Mountain Highway Naguey Rice Terraces (Atok) Haights place (Atok) Palina Rice Terraces (Kibungan) Marcos Bust (Tuba)

SPECIAL INTEREST:

1. Mount Pulag Climb (Kabayan) - Mountain climbing expeditions organized by the Municipality of Kabayan supported by the Province of Benguet and its Provincial Tourism Council are being done during the months of December and April.

2. Strawberry Picking in La Trinidad - an activity which aims to focus on the rich products of Benguet. Strawberry is a fruit so much associated with Baguio City and Benguet.

3. Balatoc Mines Tour - this is the first-ever in the Philippines underground mining tourist attraction primarily to showcase the thrilling and educational world of mining heritage of Itogon, Benguet. With its facilities and tunnels fully maintained and refurbished, the Benguet Gold Operations has opened its underground to tourists.

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1. Bendian Festival - in the past, it is a sacred ritual made during abundant harvest. It is a thanksgiving to "Kabunian." Today, it is a special event/s celebrated.

2. La Trinidad Foundation Day - a celebration for the foundation of La Trinidad as a municipality which falls every June 15.

3. Benguet Foundation Day - agro-industrial, trade, tourism and cultural shows are done every June 18. For the year 2000, the Benguet foundation Day shall be celebrated November 22 to coincide with the millennium anniversary.

IV. SUPPORT FACILITIES

Accommodation Establishments (prices subject to change w/o prior notice) Name of Establishment No. of Rooms Room Rates Address/Tel. Number Benguet State University, La Dorm type (4 Trinidad pax)P100/pax ATI-NTC Tel. 422-2375 27 Dorm type (6pax) P80.00/pax Guestroom- 18 rooms Wangal, La Trinidad P100/pax NIA Training Center (dorm-type) Tel. 422-2435 Dorm-type 5 guest rooms P80.00/pax C & A Park Manor, Km 4, C & A Regency Inn La Trinidad 11 Tel. 422-2837 La Trinidad Valley Inn Km.6, La Trinidad 38 Matrimonial w/ Tel. 422-0823/0822 private CR- P750 Matrimonial w/o CR- P500 Twin rm. w/ private CR P825 Twin room w/o CR P600.00 Central Pico, La Trinidad Dormitory type- GSP Headquarters 4 Tel.422-2019 P75/pax BLPC Guest House Loo, Buguias Lepanto Store & Inn Lepanto, Mankayan Komedor Food House Poblacion, Mankayan

Name of Establishment No. of Rooms Room Rates Address/Tel. Number Mankayan, Lodge Poblacion, Mankayan Balatoc, Itogon Dormitory type Villaluna Center 21 Tel. 447-2624 P150.00/pax Cooperative Guest House Poblacion, Mankayan Municipal Guest House Ampusongan, Bakun Municipal Guest House Poblacion Bokod

Homestay Accommodation Home Owner Address No. of Rooms Rusthai Mascay Mankayan 5 Mercedes Garcia Mankayan 5 Theresa Guanso Mankayan 2 Gondina Abeya Mankayan 1 Purita Tan Atok 1 Edna Sebio Atok 1 Rosa Ducusin Atok 5 Macarthy Malamnes Kibungan 4 Miling Isiada Kibungan 3 Baban Berong Kabayan 1 Camilo Alumit Kabayan 1 Laurence Ramos La Trinidad 1 Mercedes Palacsa La Trinidad 2 Alma Bagsiao La Trinidad 2 Richard Colbongan Tuba 4 Delia Bacate Tuba 1 Modesta Busoy Sablan 3

Restaurants (ACCREDITED)

Name of establishment Address & Tel. No. Specialty Everlasting Restaurant C & A2 Bldg, Puguis, La Filipino Dishes Trinidad Inglay Restaurant Km. 6, La Trinidad Filipino Dishes Frenzy's Café & Restaurant Filipino Dishes Jack's Food Services Co., Inc Km5, La Trinidad Filipino Dishes Senly Loy Bldg., Km 4, La Filipino Dishes Kafe Ni Baley Trinidad Km. 5, La Trinidad, Filipino Dishes Kansharu Fastfood & Restaurant Benguet

NON-ACCREDITED (Restaurants) Comiles Restaurant Km 6, La Trinidad Filipino Dishes SHOPS

Name of Establishment Address and Tel No. Narda's Trading Corp, Inc. Km. 5, La Trinidad, Benguet Tel.No. 422-2762

CONVENTION Name of Establishment Address Agricultural Training Institute Benguet State University La Trinidad, Benguet Provincial Auditorium Provincial Capitol, Km.6, La Trinidad Villaluna Center Benguet Corporation, Balatoc, Itogon

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

Transport Company Contact Person/Address Dangwa Transportation Company Eng. Bonifacio Marines Km. 6, La Trinidad, Benguet Pine Tree Bus Lines Mr. Ernest Dangwa Km. 6, La Trinidad Norton Bus Lines Mr. Anthony Mendoza Slaughter Compound, Baguio City Country Bus Mr. Tito Marrero Mankayan, Benguet Public Utility Jeepneys

REST AREAS ( ACCREDITED)

Name of Establishment Address Telephone No. Capitol Shell Service Station Km. 5, La Trinidad 422-1119 La Trinidad Shell Station Km. 4, La Trinidad 422-2159 Narvaiz Service Center Km.5, La Trinidad 422-2321

NON-ACCREDITED Caltex Service Station Km.4, La Trinidad 422-2465 Satur Petron Center Km.4, La Trinidad 422-2472 Petron Service Station Sayangan, Atok Caltex Service Station Sayangan, Atok Petron Service Station Natubleng, Buguias Caltex Service Station Abatan, Buguias

TRAVEL AGENCIES

Name of Agency Address and Tel. No. Services FA 238 Km.4, Balili La Trinidad Travel assistance package tours Esgala Travel & Tours (074) 422-2329;309-2594 Car rentals (074) 309-2529 (TELEFAX) Small World Travel & Tours JC21, Km.6 Travel and tour assistance La Trinidad Branch La Trinidad

V. MISCELLANEOUS Medical Institutions Name of Institution Address GOVERNMENT Benguet General Hospital Km.5, La Trinidad Atok District Hospital Sayangan, Atok Dennis Molintas Municipal Hospital Bokod, Benguet Abatan Emergency Hospital Abatan, Buguias Kapangan Medical Hospital Kapangan, Benguet Itogon Municipal Hospital Tinongdan, Itogon PRIVATE Lepanto Hospital Lepanto, Mankayan Lutheran Hospital Abatan, Buguias Philex Mines Hospital Padcal, Tuba

Educational Institutions Name of Establishment Address Benguet State University Kms. 5 -6, La Trinidad Cordillera Career Development College Buyagan, La Trinidad Tublay School of Home Industries Acop, Tublay Ambuklao School of Home Industries (Annex) Ambuklao, Bokod Bokod School of Arts & Trades Daclan, Benguet Gov. Bado Dangwa Agro-Industrial School Balakbak, Kapangan Buguias Polytechnic College Loo, Buguias

Banks Name of Establishment Address Cooperative Bank of Benguet Km.4, La Trinidad Land Bank of the Philippines Km. 4, La Trinidad PCI Bank Km.5, La Trinidad BPI Bank Km.4, La Trinidad Rosebank Km.4, La Trinidad Rural Bank of Itogon Tuding, Itogon Rural Bank of Kapangan Poblacion, La Trinidad Trinibank Km.5, La Trinidad Security Bank Km.5, La Trinidad Far East Bank Km.5, La Trinidad Metro Bank Km.5, La Trinidad

Tourism Oriented Organization

Benguet Provincial Tourism Council (BPTC) Provincial Culture & Arts Council

Chairperson : Ms. Ma. Mignon De Leon Benguet Corporation, Balatoc, Benguet Tel #.(074) 447-2611

Municipality Name Address Atok Paterno Esdio MPDO Sayangan, Atok Bakun Soledad Sudango D.A. Ampusongan, Bakun Bokod Eliner Dayotao Mayor’s Office, Poblacion, Bokod Buguias Satur C. Payangdo MPDO, abatan, Buguias Itogon Liza Diase Mayor’s Office, Poblacion, Itogon Kabayan Camilo B. Alumit Mayor’s Office, Poblacion, Kabayan Kapangan Andrea D. Buya Mayor’s Office, Lomon, Kapangan Kibungan Kolbel Acquiapat Municipal Engineer’s Office, Poblacion, Kibungan La Trinidad Marian Z. Cachero Mayor’s Office, KM 5, La Trinidad Mankayan Luzviminda Agustin Mayor’s Office, Mankayan Sablan Nicomedes Caliguing MPDC, Poblacion, Sablan Tuba Magdalena Niwane SB Secretary, Poblacion, Tuba Tublay Prudencio Mendoza MPDC, Acop, Tublay

Source: Provincial government of Benguet & Department of Tourism-CAR

PROVINCE OF IFUGAO

BRIEF HISTORY

Ifugao was formerly a part of the old Mountain Province. It was created as an independent province on June 18,1966 by virtue of Republic Act No. 4695, otherwise known as the “Division Law of Mountain Province.” Under this law, Mountain Province was divided into four (4) provinces namely: Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao and Mountain Province.

The name is derived from the word IPUGO. Pugo means “hill” while the prefix I means “from”. The Spaniards changed "Ipugo" to "Ipugaw" and was finally changed by the Americans to Ifugao.

The Ifugaos are one of the different tribes that inhabited the old Mountain Province. Their culture and tradition, being unique and striking, have made them subject of many studies by foreign scholars.

For the Ifugaos, custom is the basis of all laws. But these customs would mean nothing if these were not supported by ancestry knowledge. Among the Ifugaos, extensive pedigrees exist. They are the graphic representation that puts in evidence one of the most basic principles of the Ifugao culture. “We can not but do what our ancestors told us” (Lambretch CICM 1964).

During the Spanish regime, the Spaniards confined their activities in Kiangan (Quiangan at that time) but it was the cross not the sword that conquered the people. During their stay in Ifugao, the Spaniards were able to organize pueblos (towns) headed by the Alcalde Municipal and barangays (barrios) headed by the Cabesa de Barangay. In 1888, the Spanish rule and influence ended with the outbreak of the Philippine Revolution.

During the American regime, a significant accomplishment made was the setting of boundaries of the five (5) ethnic groups in the Mountain Province in 1920 namely: Benguet, Bontoc, Kalinga-Apayao and Ifugao. The main thrust of the American rule in the region was the development of the natural resources. Farming and industries were developed. The construction of schools and roads were also built all over the province.

During the Japanese occupation, Ifugao became the center of warfare during the last stages of World War II. It was in Ifugao, particularly in Mt. Napulawan in Ifugao where Gen. Yamashita, the known Tiger of Malaya decided to put his last stand against the Filipino and American forces. He informally surrendered to Capt. Grisham of the 6th US Army in the Philippines based in Kiangan, Ifugao before he was flown to Camp John Hay where he formally surrendered. In 1905, Ifugao was made a sub-province of the old Mountain Province. The sub-province was administered by a Lt. Governor, which was later changed to Deputy Governor. Captain Pedro Bulan was the first native and last official to assume the office of Deputy Governor. Hon. Luis Pawid of Kiangan became the first Deputy Governor during the regime. At the outbreak of the war in 1942, five (5) municipal districts were created in Ifugao namely: Burnay (later changed to Lagawe by virtue of R.A 3380 and the capital town of the province), Kiangan, Banaue, Hungduan, and Mayoyao. The municipalities of Potia, now Alfonso Lista, and Lamut were created after the war.

Ifugao finally gained provincial status on June 18,1966 with the municipality of Lagawe as the capital town. The first provincial officials were: Gov. Gualberto Lumauig, Vice Gov. Manuel Tuguinay, and Board Members- Napoleon Hangdaan and Gaspar Ponchinlan. They were inducted into office on March 26, 1967.

I. OVERVIEW

Location

Ifugao, a land-locked area located at the foot of the Cordillera Mountain Ranges, is bounded on the west by the province of Benguet, Nueva Viscaya on the south, Isabela on the east and on the north by Mountain Province. It is located at 120 degrees 40’ longitude and 16 degrees 35’ latitude.

Area

The total land area of Ifugao is 251,778 hectares, which is about 13.76% of the region’s total land area. Of these, Aguinaldo covers the most (45,451.04) hectares followed by Lista (43,474.7), Lamut (28,220.30), Asipulo (25,400.00), Mayoyao (22,246.36), Banaue (18,240.46), Tinoc (14,948.17), Kiangan (14,534.61) Lagawe (14,411.70), Hungduan (13,394.70) and Hingyon with the least area of (11,455.96) hectares.

Political Subdivision

As of 1988, the province is politically sub-divided into eleven (11) municipalities and 178 barangays with Lagawe serving as the provincial capital town. Of these, Mayoyao has the highest number of barangays (27). The rest are Alfonso Lista (20), Lamut (18), Banaue (18), Aguinaldo (16), Tinoc (12), Hingyon (12), Hungduan (9), Asipulo (9) and Kiangan (14).

Climate

The climate of the province is described as having dry season from November to April and the rainy during the rest of the year. The hottest months are March and April while the coolest months are November up to February.

Population

Census data from the NSO (2000) indicates that Ifugao has a population level of 161,623. Table 1 presents the municipal population.

Table I Municipality Population Aguinaldo 16,377 Asipulo 12,294 Banaue 20,563 Hingyon 9,769 Hungduan 9,380 Kiangan 14,099 Lagawe 15,269 Lamut 18,731 Lista 17,552 Mayoyao 14,191 Tinoc 9,504 Total 161,623

Language / Dialect

The most common mother tongue used in Ifugao is the Ifugao dialect. Based on the NSO data of 1995 regarding the distribution of household population by mother tongue. 83% speaks the Ifugao dialect followed by the Ilocano dialect with 17%.

Major Industries

Based on the DTI accomplishment report of 1997, there are about 564 firms in Ifugao. The table below shows the distribution.

Major Industries No. of firms Trading Industry 264 or 49% Gift, Toys & House wares 117 Services 79 Other Manufacturing 42 Garments & Textiles 29 Other (Agri) and 17 Food & Beverages 16

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Ifugao is endowed with historical, cultural, natural and man-made tourist spots and attractions, which can lure any nature-loving tourist. The range of attraction offered in Ifugao is clustered according to municipalities

HISTORICAL

Philippine War Memorial Shrine (Kiangan) - Gigantic memorial shrine to commemorate the end of World War II. It is a concrete pyramid type structure, which resembles an oversized Ifugao native house located at Linda, Kiangan. It depicts historical events from Filipino opposition, to the Death March and the role of the Ifugao and American troops in the defeat of General Yamashita. It could be used as a viewpoint of the Poblacion, other neighboring barangays and the capital town of Lagawe. The shrine is ten (10) kilometers away or 15 minutes drive from the capital town.

Million Dollar Hill - The hill overlooking the Poblacion of Kiangan. It got its name from the last war when the allied armies spent millions of dollars worth of bombs and ammunitions to annihilate the enemies in the area.

General Yamashita’s Surrender Site - houses relics memorializing the end of W.W. II in the Philippines. Details of the surrender and signing are available. From here, General Yamashita was brought to Baguio for his formal surrender to the victorious Allies.

Mt. Nagchayan - the site where Japanese troops fought fierce battles during W.W. II. The mountain has several grottos stone walled trenches and foxholes. One can also find rusty shells on this old battleground. CULTURAL

Ifugao Museum (Kiangan) - This museum displays Ifugao artifacts and is under the supervision of the National Museum of the Philippines. It is 32 meters away facing the shrine and 300 meters away from the Municipal Hall.

Tam-an Village - a typical village situated 240 steps down from the Banaue Hotel's swimming pool. Woodcarving and hand woven products are produced and sold to travelers.

Bokiawan Village - 12 kilometers from Banaue located in the center of the Bokiawan rice terraces where traditional Ifugao practices of land use and livelihood still exist.

Pula and Cambulo Native Village - is a rustic village in the first leg of the trekking route from Banaue viewpoint to Banga-an. This cobbled stone village offers a native house stay. The ancient craft of bark cloth weaving thrives here.

Apfo’or Burial Tombs - these are large stone mausoleums containing the bones of the town’s ancient warriors and elite. The construction of these Igloos represents the resourceful use of Ifugao stoning technique.

Makaliwagha & Lebhong Burial Caves - are filled with wood coffins and the remains of the first people of Mayoyao. A legend tells of an attentive lizard leading people to these three chambers designating each one for men, women and children.

Lumauig Stone - is a huge enchanted black rock held by only three smaller stones in the middle of the Balangbang river. It is believed to mean that Mayoyao people will stay strong and happy as long as the stone stands.

OTHER SCENIC SITES: Bocos Village Poitan Village Batad Village Hapao Village Bangaan Village Ducligan Village

These villages are characterized by the presence of a wholesome community where the livelihood activities are within the surroundings, and the houses are clustered in a designated area. They showcase the typical Ifugao community.

NATURAL

Bintakan Cave (Lagawe) - It is located at the rocky slope of Ibulao, which is about 2 kilometers from the provincial capitol. The mouth of the cave is overlooking the Ibulao River. It is a three-room cave with dripping water that forms stalactites and stalagmites of different beautiful shapes. It can be reached by tricycle ride and 20-minute ascent to the mouth of the cave.

Nah-toban Cave (Lagawe) - The cave is much larger than Bintakan Cave and has a descending entrance with four rooms but there are still other rooms unexplored. It is located at Boliwong, Lagawe, about 4 kilometers hike from the Poblacion passing through trails. Huge quantities of guano are found in the cave.

Tocucan Sulfur Hot Spring (Tinoc) - A sulfuric hot spring at Barangay Tukukan in the Municipality of Tinoc. This can be reached by a two- hour hike from Monsoyosoy, Buguias, and Benguet.

Guihob Natural Swimming Pool (Banaue) - A four kilometer drive from Banaue, Poblacion. One has to hop and jump over huge boulders to reach the crystal clear waters of Guihob. It is a perfect place for those who prefer a cool and refreshing swim.

Tappiya Waterfalls (Banaue) - About 30 minutes from Batad Village is a cascading waterfall with its enormous natural pool for swimming. A visit to Batad would be incomplete without seeing this beautiful waterfall.

Buyukan Waterfalls (Hungduan) - This can only be reached by a three-hour hike from Poblacion, Hungduan. This is located in Barangay Abatan and is near the border of Hungduan and Tinoc municipalities.

Ambuwaya Lake (Kiangan) - Legend says that the area was once a large sitio that became a lake because some children killed and made fun of the leeches in the spring. The lake is deep and good for swimming and boating. The shaded surroundings is an ideal place for picnics. It is now the site of a research on fishing culture. The lake is four (4) kilometers from the town center of Kiangan and can be reached by four-wheel drive vehicles.

Ducligan Hot Springs (Banaue) - These hot springs are found at the bank of Ducligan River and adjacent to a deep pool. Ducligan is 21 kilometers away from the Poblacion.

O’phaw Mahencha Falls - (Leap of Mahencha) Located about six kilometers from the town proper is a series of high cascading falls. Local folklore says that a beautiful Mahencha had to jump 13 to 5 meters into the water to retrieve her native amber necklace which fell while she was taking a bath.

Tenogtog Water Falls - Located five kilometers from town, it has three natural pools rising about 12 meters from each other. The water falls from the pool cascades to the next in beautiful succession. Untouched by human hands, these natural pools provide clear cool mountain spring water.

Bagnit Waterfalls and Numbungug Waterfalls - are located in Julongan barangay. Bagnit is a stunning series of cascading falls running over 250 feet, while Numbungug Waterfall is a single majestic fall of over 80 feet into height falling to the Ibulao river tributaries.

Chuyong Viewpoint - is located near the town proper which affords a panoramic vista of the Mayoyao World Heritage site cluster. The glory of the site is unrivaled.

Kibayuyong Stone - this is a legendary stone which lies next to the Hapao river. The site offers an adventurous spot for river swimming and diving.

Bogya Hot Springs - is located in Ba-ang that lie in the Hapao river which serves as delightful respite after trekking.

MAN - MADE

Banaue Rice Terraces (Banaue) - dubbed as the Eight Wonder of the World. The rice terraces start from the base of the mountain range and reach up to several thousands feet high. It is said that its length, if put end to end would encircle half of the globe. Made 2,000 years ago, these rice terraces manifest the engineering skill and ingenuity of the sturdy Ifugaos. In 1995, it was inscribed in the UNESCO Heritage List as a “Continuing Cultural Landscape.”

Batad Rice Terraces (Banaue) - these rice terraces are shaped like of an amphitheater and is located in barangay Batad. It can be reached by a twelve-kilometer ride from Banaue Hotel and a 2-hour hike uphill through mountain trails.

Mayoyao Rice Terraces (Mayoyao) - this spot is 44 kilometers away from Poblacion, Banaue. The Poblacion of Mayoyao lies in the midst of these rice terraces thus upon arrival in the town, one is awed with a breathtaking view of the rice terraces where all the dikes are tiered with flat stones.

Hapao Rice Terraces (Hungduan) - this is another stonewalled rice terraces located in the municipality of Hungduan and is 55 kilometers from the capital town of Lagawe.

Magat Dam (Alfonso Lista) - it is reputedly the biggest dam in Asia. This is located near the municipality of Alfonso Lista and about 25 kilometers from the town center of Santa Maria. Nagacadan Rice Terraces - are found in Kiangan and these show how forest management and rice terracing are complementary.

SPECIAL INTEREST

1. Mt. Amuyao

This 8th highest peak in the Philippines with an elevation of 2,702 meters (8,865) above sea level is located between the boundary line of Banaue and Mayoyao and between Ifugao and Mountain Province. Its summit provides the climber with a breath-taking panorama of Mountain Province, Isabela, Nueva Viscaya and Ifugao. Mayoyao legend says that the first Ifugao couple, Bugan and Wigan took refuge in this mountain during the 40-day deluge that inundated the province. Being the only survivors, they became the first ancestors of the Ifugaos.

Mount Napulawan

Located in the municipality of Hungduan, this mountain is very accessible to mountain trekkers. The thick tropical rain forest and its rare flora fascinate conquerors of this peak. Trees near the peak are unusually short.

Mount Anapawon

Centrally located in Ifugao, this mountain peak is considered a potential camping site to be developed in the province. It provides a breathtaking view of Hungduan municipality, and the low-lying municipalities of Lagawe and Kiangan and the rice terraces of Hingyon.

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1. Banaue Imbayah - this is a three-day festival, which is celebrated every after 4 years. Activities on this event include an ethnic parade portraying the evolution of the Ifugao culture followed by ethnic games participated by barangay delegations. This festival though has not been sustained to date. The event was set on December 5-8, 1997

2. Tungoh and Hungduan -held in April, Tungoh are rest days for the farmers in Hungduan after the planting season. The rest of the municipality and tourists are invited to a cultural night of songs and dances, ethnic parades featuring authentic Ifugao ethnic wear, interesting ethnic games such as guyyud and dopap. Held on a mountaintop, amidst the highest mountain peaks of the Cordilleras the one-and-a half-hour climb up the mountain range is a very enriching and refreshing experience.

3. Ti-ghaw Festival -this festival is also held in April. Tig-ao is traditionally a victory feast among the Mayoyaos. Its celebration today commemorates ancient rituals and features ethnic games.

4. Gotad ad Hingyon, Gotad ad Kiangan -as the ancient Ifugaos did it, Gotad is one special day in 12 feasts celebrated by the royal class to please their gods. Modern Ifugaos celebrate Gotad in April in the municipality of Hingyon with cultural parades, ethno-modern sports and booth competition where the best of Ifugao crafts are displayed.

SUPPORT FACILITIES Accommodation Establishments

Name of Hotel /Lodge Type No. Rate Rate Number Facilities Contact Person/Manager Of Rooms Of Per /Head of Rooms Room (in peso) Bed/ Rooms BANAUE HOTEL & Twin 74 $ 82 Carpeted YOUTH HOTEL Suite w/ 4 (2) $ 163 rooms, balcony, (Banaue, Ifugao) Tel. lounge piped-in music (074) 386-4087-88 Fax Single $ 75 bar, hot & cold (074) 386-4048 Room $ 12 P175 water, Cres Santillan Extra Bed conference hall, Dorm type function room, catering, swimming pool, LODGES/INNS telephone, restaurant, BANAUE VIEW INN 5 P700 2 laundry Banaue 2 3 Twin Room 1 P800 150 3 Dorm Type 5 P700 2 Triple rm. Double rm. BATAD PENSION 4 35 1 Batad, Banaue Telephone, Mr. Emiliana Blas Single curio-souvenir shop, hot & cold water, BANGAAN FAMILY 6 70 12 laundry INN Double 6 100 1 Bangaan, Banaue Room Native House 1 300 100 COZY NOOK INN 1 100 Poblacion Banaue Native 2 100 Tel.#(074)386-4003 House 1 Twin Room Double room Private 4 300 4 FAIRVIEW INN Room 5 500 5 Ilogue, Banaue 600 4 Mr. Cristobal Rebolledo Single Room Double 1 Room FAMILY INN Private Hot and Cold Batad, Banaue Room 3 water, postage, Mr. David Chucas 35 restaurant 1 FOREIGNER’S INN Single Batad, Banaue Room 3 35 60 Mr. David Chucas Single GREENVIEW LODGE Room 14 400 Poblacion, Banaue 1 400 Tel. (074)3864082 6 400 Mrs. Alice Uyami 2 500 Private 5 500 Twin Room 8 Double HALFWAY LODGE & Triple 7 1,050 150 2 RESTAURANT Family 4 500 Poblacion, Banaue Dorm type 4 350 3 Tel. (074) 3864082 5 250 Mrs. Jane Buyao 4 350 25 Family 1 450 Private 3 Twin HILLSIDE INN Single 6 Batad, Banaue Double Mrs. Addug Triple Dorm type Conference JERICHO LODGE & 3 75 hall, REFRESHMENT 2 Poblacion, Banaue Single 1 35 Tel.#(074)386 Room Mrs. Patricia Chumi-e With restaurant 2 250 50 2 J & L PENSION Single 1 350 50 3 Ilogue, Banaue Room 3 450 50 Mrs. Jane Tongali Double 2 450 Triple

PEOPLE’S LODGE 6 400 100 13 Restaurant, & RESTAURANT Single 3 250 100 3 Tour services Poblacion Banaue Double 12 350 100 Tel.#(074)386-4082 Triple 6 400 Ms. Esberta Terrado Native 2 500 House RITA’S MT. VIEW INN Private Hot and cold Batad, Banaue Single 4 35 2 water, Ms. Rita Nabanal Twin Restaurant and Double bakery, beauty Triple shop/parlor, SANAFE LODGE & telephone RESTAURANT 2 550 Poblacion, Banaue Single 7 750 Tel.#(074)386-4085 Room 2 950 150 Ms. Estelita De Leon 2

SIMON’S INN Batad, Banaue 2 35 2 Bar, laundry, Mr. Simon Illag Single telephone, tour Room Arrangement SPRING VILLAGE INN Twin service Ilogue, Banaue Triple 2 750 2 Tel.(074) 386-4037 Dorm Type 1 850 1 Mrs. Gavina Buduhan 2 450 2 1 350 1 STAIRWAY LODGE & RESTAURANT Single room 6 350 12 Poblacion, Banaue 4 350 Parking space, Tel.(074)386-4053 2 250 6 Hot & cold 2 450 100 10 water, Private 1 Laundry TERRACEVILLE INN Twin service, Alimit, Banaue Double telephone Tel.# (074) 386-4069 Single 8 450 16 Mrs. Erlinda Vizcarra Conference Hall, telephone, Private restaurant, folk TRAVELLER’S INN & Twin song RESTAURANT Single entertainment Banaue Triple Dorm Type Bathtub, hot and cold water, VILLAGE INN 4 35 1 laundry Batad, Banaue Double services, Mrs. Luciana Hagao Room telephone

WONDER LODGE 6 100 Poblacion, Banaue Tel # (074)386-4017 6 400 Mrs. Regina Sarol Restaurant, telephone, laundry, shuttle Single service Room

Double Room Private Room

Kiangan Name of Hotel/Lodge Type of No. of Rate per Rate per No. of Contact Person or Rooms rooms Room Head Bed/ Facilities Manager room DAY CENTER (SENIOR CITIZENS) Dorm type 2 50 Kiangan Ms. Adora Licyayo

Name of Hotel/Lodge No. of Rate per Rate per No. of Type of Contact Person or rooms Room Head Bed/ Facilities Rooms Manager room KIANGAN YOUTH Reception hall HOSTEL Private 2 120 4 and conference Poblacion, Kiangan Dorm 2 80 32 hall Mr. Ernest Codamon

SHRINE GUEST HOUSE Single 1 4 120 Restaurant Kiangan Mr. William Dulnuan

Lagawe

DG LODGE & Private 4 250 RESTAURANT 2 Single 2 100 Poblacion West, Lagawe 3 Double 1 150 Tel. (074) 382-2088 1

PLAZA INN Poblacion, Lagawe Single 10 100 80 1 to 2 Mr. Natividad Mendoza

LAGAWE LODGE 2 Poblacion, Lagawe Single 5 150 75 Mr. Benjie Tindungan

J & L LODGE & RESTAURANT Single 7 200 1 Lagawe Double 3 250 2 Gloria Linda Guinawa Mayoyao

MAYOYAO TERRACE LODGE Single 3 75 Mayoyao Mrs. Virginia Lanaon Tinoc TINOC LODGE Tinoc Double 3 50 Mr. Honorio Dulnuan

FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS (Accredited)

Name of Establishment Address Specialty Hidden Valley FoodHaus Ilogue, Tam-an, Banaue Filipino Dishes

Transportation Facilities

Company name Destination Departure Travel Time Fare Address/Tel. No. Schedule Reg.

Dangwa Tranco Banaue-Baguio 7:00 am 8 hrs. P190.00 7:00 p.m. 8hrs. P190.00

Dangwa Tranco Banaue-Manila 7:00 am 9 hrs. P180.00 Cubao, Quezon City Manila-Banaue 7:30 am 8 hrs. P210.00

Terraces Transport Kiangan-Baguio 5:00 p.m. 10 hrs. P180.00 Kiangan, Ifugao Baguio-Kiangan 7:00 p.m. P180.00 Ohayami Trans Lagawe-Baguio 5:00 p.m. 8 hrs. P180.00

Jeepneys Solano-Banaue P45.00 Lagawe-Banaue P20.00

V. MISCELLANEOUS

SHOPPING CENTER/STORE ADDRESS

Banaue Trade Center Lailanie’s Furniture Shop Banaue, Ifugao Sta. Maria Alfonso Lista, Ifugao

Binwihan’s Basketry Lo-Hana Handicrafts Trade Center Banaue O-ong, Hingyon, Ifugao

BJ Handmade Paper & Pulp Lourdes Curio Shop Lagawe, Ifugao Cababuyan, Hingyon, Ifugao

Brookside Furniture & Handicrafts Lovinia’s Furniture Shop Maituo Lagawe, Ifugao Sta. Maria, Alfonso Lista, Ifugao

Buhle’s Garments Maphod Weaving Hingyon, Ifugao Amganad, Banaue

Camp 7 Ever Manual Marby’s Handicrafts Trade Center Banaue, Ifugao Hapao, Hungduan, Ifugao

Dumangeng Handicraft & Furniture Matanglag Bronze Smith Amganad, Banaue, Ifugao Manglag, Banaue, Ifugao Easter’s Handicrafts Pnkihan’s Ethnic craft Banaue, Ifugao Poblacion, Banaue

Elnora’s Clothing Center Pinto Furniture Shop Piwong, Hingyon, Ifugao Pinto, Alfonso Lista, Ifugao

Elvira Wood Industry Romalyn Woodcarving Kiangan, Ifugao Hingyon, Ifugao

Goodwill Handicrafts Wild Wings Jusfa Poblacion West, Lagawe Kinakin, Banaue, Ifugao

J & E Handicrafts Worwor Handicrafts Hapao, Hungduan, Ifugao Banaue, Ifugao

Kimmayong Primitive Products & Handicrafts

Communication Facilities Name of Establishment Address

JRS Lagawe, Ifugao

POST OFFICE All Municipalities

Telecommunications All Municipalities

Municipal Telephones All Municipalities except Tinoc and Asipulo Medical Facilities

Name of Institution Address Ifugao Provincial Hospital Natuwolan, Lagawe Mayoyao District Hospital Mayoyao Goodnews Clinic Banaue, Ifugao Lamut District Hospital Panopdopan, Lamut Tinoc District Hospital Tinoc

Educational Centers Ifugao College of Arts & Trades Lagawe Ifugao State College of Agriculture and Nayon, Lamut Forestry

Banks Name of Bank Address Services Offered Philippine National Bank Lagawe Poblacion Savings/time deposit Telegraphic transfers Change foreign currency Land Bank of the Philippines Lagawe, Ifugao Savings/time deposit Telegraphic transfers Change foreign currency Banaue Cooperative Bank Banaue, Ifugao Savings deposit loans Tourism Oriented Organizations

Ifugao Provincial Tourism Council Mrs. Herminigilda Dulinayan Chairperson C/o Provincial Capitol Lagawe, Ifugao

Municipality Name Address Alfonso Lista Glen Prudencio Municipal Hall, Alfonso Lista Banaue Estelita De Leon Sanafe Lodge, Banaue Lagawe Erlinda Habawel C/o Municipal Hall, Lagawe Kiangan Manuel Dulawan C/o Municipal Hall, Kiangan Mayoyao Corazon Montinig C/o Municipal Hall, Mayoyao

Data Source: Provincial Government of Ifugao Department of Tourism

PROVINCE OF KALINGA

BRIEF HISTORY

The name Kalinga is derived from the Ibang and Gaddang Kalinga, which means headhunters. In the past, headhunting was considered noble and it symbolizes bravery. Tattoos, a status symbol which men respect and which women admire are given to warriors as reward. Thus a mingol or warrior enjoys a high status in Kalinga society.

The Bodong to the Kalingas or peace pact is an indigenous socio-political system that defines intertribal relationships. This was developed to minimize traditional warfare and headhunting and serves as an institutional renewal, maintenance and reinforcement of social ties. Recently, the Bodong was expanded into a multi-lateral peace pact providing a means of strengthening unity in some parts of the Cordilleras.

The Spanish missionaries and politico-military forces successfully penetrated into the forbidding Apayao and Kalinga Tribal territories as early as 1608 when Father Geronimo Molina started his mission work in Pudtol (Apayao) and also in 1689 at Tuga (Kalinga) where the first Catholic Mass was celebrated.

During the short-lived Philippine Republic, President Emilio Aguinaldo in his flight to Palanan, Isabela crossed the upper Kalinga areas in his vain attempt to elude his American pursuers. For 35 days, President Aguinaldo established his headquarters at Lubuagan since March 18,1900. Here he issued his orders to his military generals and the civil officials of his revolutionary government until he was forced out of Lubuagan upon learning that his pursuers were sighted at Mabongtoto. This prompted him to escape towards Tabuk in that historic last leg of his flight to Palanan where he was later captured.

On February 4,1920, Act No. 2772 was promulgated reorganizing the Lepanto-Bontoc Province into Mountain Province constituted by the five provinces of Benguet, Bonito, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao. Lubuagan was the capital of Kalinga while Kabugao was the capital town of Apayao.

On June 18,1966, Republic Act No. 4695 was enacted creating from the old Mountain Province five separate and independent provinces: Benguet, Ifugao, Mt. Province (Bonito) and Kalinga-Apayao. On March 26, 1967, President Ferdinand E. Marcos administered the oath of office to the new officials of the four newly born provinces. The first appointed provincial officials of Kalinga-Apayao province were Ceferino B. Ramirez, Provincial Governor; Amado B. Almazan, Vice Governor; and Board Members Castro B. Lammawin and Carlos Deguiom.

Presently, Kalinga is fast emerging as an “Eco-tourism Discovery of the Cordilleras” since its operation as a regular and separate province on February 14, 1996.

I. OVERVIEW

Location

Nestling on an elevation ranging from 300 to 5,000 feet above sea level of northsouth assemblage of mountain ranges within the Cordillera Central, Kalinga has been dubbed as the Prince of the Highlands Philippines.

A glance of the Philippine map will easily reveal the similarity of the physiography of Kalinga to that of a bust of a man, akin to Ex-President Ferdinand E. Marcos. The province’s geographic feature is characterized in the western portion by sharp crested interlinking peaks of the steep slope, isolated flat lands, plateaus and valleys. The eastern portion generally rolling gradually sloping foothills. Interlocking wide tracks of flat lands and flood plains along its main drainage system, this rare geography interposes a great role expected of the province in national development pursuits.

Political Subdivision

The province is composed of eight (8) municipalities. These are Balbalan, Lubuagan, Pasil, Pinukpuk, Rizal, Tabuk, Tanudan and Tinglayan.

Climate

The prevailing climate of the province is categorized under type III classification of the Weather Bureau. The relatively dry season occurs from the month of November to April while the rest of the year is generally wet. Heaviest rain occurs during the month of September with an average rainfall of 2,000 mm. Typhoons frequently occur during the period from July to October.

Population

Kalinga has a total population of 174,023 as of 2000.

Industries

The updated records of the Department of Trade and Industry Provincial Office reveal that existing industries in the province are furniture making, garment craft, food processing, gifts and housewares and agricultural support.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

HISTORICAL

Aguinaldo Hill - it is located at Barangay Asibanglan-Pinukpuk Road at Allaguia junction. Gen. Aguinaldo used this hill as a common post during the Philippine-American war.

CULTURAL

Mini-Museum of Kalinga - a mini-museum was initiated and established by the Kalinga Special Development Authority situated in their office building at Bulanao, Tabuk.

NATURAL

Sungang ViewPoint - the viewpoint affords a majestic view of the valley villages and mountains of Tinglayan, Tanudan, Tabuk and Lubuagan. A very good view of the Tulgao and Dananao Rice Terraces can be seen at the viewpoint.

Palan-ah falls and hot springs - this waterfalls is located at Tulgao West, Tinglayan. The name is derived from the native term “Pinalpallang-ah” which means chair. The falls spray down from approximately 100 meters above forming a pool where during a sunny day, one practically swims at the end of the rainbow.

Mt. Mating-oy Dinayao (Sleeping Beauty) - these fabled mountain ranges in the border of the municipalities of Tinglayan and Tanudan and they take the form of a sleeping lady supinely lying at its back. A vantage view of the profile can be seen from the Sungang view or from Basao.

Tinglayan Rice Terraces - from the Sungang View Point, the Dananao and Tulgao Rice Terraces can be viewed. These rice terraces are like an amphitheater along the whole mountain slopes.

Lubo and Mangali Rice Terraces - the rice terraces surrounds the villages of Lubo. The best time to view the rice terraces is during the planting season and when the rice terraces are already ready for harvest.

Mount Binaratan - this fabled mountain is located in Dacalan. It is the entry point of General Emilio Aguinaldo during his retreat to Kalinga.

Taga-aran aran Kabunian - this area is located above Barangay Lubo at the source of Gaburao Creek. At the side is a cave where Kabunian stayed while sawing lumber for his house.

Ugid Maling Subterranean River - located four kilometers away from Poblacion, Balbalan and a good three and half hours ride from the Capital Town. It is a maze of cavernous boulders and rocks atop each other forming a cavern.

Balbalasang National Park - this is a monument of the opposition of the Kalingas against the logging companies.

Buaya Caves - it is similar to Sagada Caves with stalactites and stalagmites formations. The caves are interconnected with each other and cover the whole mountain slope.

Aciga Tree - this is perhaps the biggest acacia tree in Kalinga within a village. It is found at the school ground of the Aciga Elementary School and it is rumored that the tree is a landmark for the treasures of Yamashita.

Bonnong Lakes and Asibanglan Lakes - these are a mountain lakes in Pinukpuk where eels thrive and can be recommended area for research.

Aguinaldo Hill - this the hill where the Katipuneros made their last stand in Kalinga from the pursuing the Americans from Abra. Padcharao Lake - the name is derived from the plants that abounds in the lake called “Chargo” in the Pasil and is located approximately from 1, 800 to 2, 000 meters above sea level.

Pasil Natural Dam - it is located at Puapo, Dangtalan and was formed after the mountain side eroded. It is ideal for boating and picnic site during the summer months.

Kabunian Bridge and Springs - these two natural landmarks are found in Maglucsad and Galdang respectively.

Guinaang Village - this village has its historical importance to Kalinga as the retreat haven of Pres. Aguinaldo. This is where the Headquarters were located and the campsite.

Mabilong Weavers Village - this is the center of the ethnic weaving industry in the province. The village is along the road and one can buy souvenirs right from the weavers.

Bananao and Manangol Viewpoint - this is along the road towards Tinglayan and one can have a panoramic view of the Chico River.

Elephant Hill - this is located in Rizal and is a site of an archeological digging where the other half of the remains of the elephant war dug.

Capitol Tourism Plaza - the tourism plaza is located at the Capitol Ground and one can have a view of the Tabuk Valley.

Rizal Lagoon - a man made Lagoon fronting the Rizal Municipal Hall.

MAN-MADE

Chico Dam - project located at Sitio Ngipen, Calanasan, Tabuk, constructed by the National Irrigation Administration.

Rice Terraces - rice terraces at Barangay Tulgao East, Tinglayan, 14 kilometers from the National Highway Road could be reached by vehicle. Father Gilbert Obin, a catholic missionary assigned in Tinglayan, constructed the barangay road. It offers a better panoramic view of the rice terraces and the sprawling villages of the different barangays of Tinglayan.

3. Capitol Tourism Plaza - the tourism plaza is located at the Capitol Ground and one can have a view of the Tabuk Valley.

III. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Kalinga Province Foundation Day - a provincial celebration marking the creation of Kalinga as a separate province with cultural and trade fairs held every February of the month.

“Ullalim Festival” Kalinga Day (Feb 13-16) - a cultural festival showcasing the life of the Kalinga through sports, crafts including indigenous food. Salidummay Festival - a festival featuring the ethnic songs, dances and rituals of the municipality of Lubuagan, Kalinga

Matagoan Festival A showcase of the cultural practices of the eight sub-tribes of Tabuk (Biga, Tobog, Dallac, Malbong, Naneng, Gaddang, Guilayon, Colminga). It is celebrated every 16th of June as a culminating activity of Tabuk Day. Dornat – strenthening of the Bodong ties between two tribes Presentation of cultural songs and dances Matagoan Run – a 6-kilometer run from Bulanao up to the front of the Municipal Hall in the Poblacion.

IV. SUPPORT FACILITIES

Accommodation Facilities (ACCREDITED Establishment) Establishment/ No. Of Address Type of Room Classification Rooms Bulanao, Tabuk Conference room 15 Davidson Hotel & Restaurant Tel. No.: (074) 872-2375

No. Of Non- Accredited Establishment Address Type of Room Rooms Acuat Hotel & Restaurant Linas, Lubuagan Single 4 Bilza Lodge Dagupan, Tabuk Double 6 Private 2 Diocese Center Bulanao, Tabuk Double 3 Good Samaritan Inn Poblacion, Tinglayan Double 7 Conference Room (3) Bulanao, Tabuk Private 32 Kalinga Hostel c/o Governor's Office Double Family Single 4 Laoagan Inn Bulanao, Tabuk Double 6 Las vegas Hotel & Restaurant Poblacion West, Tabuk 18 Luplupan Inn Poblacion, Tinglayan Double 10 Mahogany Lodge Magsaysay, Tabuk Private 4 Sandy Uy Lodge Poblacion, Tabuk Private 10 Double Family Salidummay Inn & Resort Damsite, Bado Dangwa, Tabuk Sleeping Beauty Inn Tinglayan, Kalinga Double 6 Tabuk Pastoral Center Bulanao, Tabuk Tampco Training Center Appas, Tabuk Conference Hall Double Family (Note: Homestays are available at Tinglayan, Balbalan, Tanudan, Lubuagan and may be arranged.)

Shopping Establishments

Name of Establishment Address Merchandise

Bayle’s Supermart Bulanao, Tabuk Groceries, Dry goods Jurnena’s Dry Goods Poblacion, Tabuk Dry Goods, footwear La Elegonza Poblacion, Tabuk Dry Goods, cosmetics Lubuagan Souvenir Shop Linas, Lubuagan Kalinga woven, ethnic crafts

People’s Shoe Mart Poblacion, Tabuk Drygoods, foot wear Perpetual Help Pharmacy Poblacion, Tabuk Drugs, gift items Tabuk Shopping Center Dagupan, Tabuk (Tabuk Public Variety Market) One-Stop Souvenir Shop Poblacion, Tabuk (Municipal Souvenir items Park)

RESTAURANTS

Address Specialties Dining Establishments Sleeping Beauty Restaurant Poblacion, Tinglayan Filipino dishes Good Samaritan Restaurant Poblacion, TInglayan Filipino dishes Mamay’s Restaurant Poblacion, Lubuagan Filipino dishes Emilia’s Kitchenette Bulanao, Branch, Tabuk Filipino dishes Quatakku Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes Pan-aw Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes AU’s Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk, Kalinga Filipino dishes ABC Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes Kalinga Diner Poblacion, Lubuagan Filipino dishes Cliver’s Restaurant Poblacion, Tabuk Filipino dishes Chum’s Restaurant Poblacion, Tabuk Filipino dishes Davidson Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes Laoagan Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes Rommel’s Foodcourt Poblacion, Tabuk Filipino dishes Diocesan Center Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk Filipino dishes

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

COMPANY DESTINATION DEPARTURE ARRIVAL TRAVEL NAME/ADDRESS/ TIME TIME TIME TEL. NO. Victory Liner Tabuk-Manila 5 p.m. 4 a.m 11 hrs

Tabuk-Pangasinan 6 a.m. Dangwa Tranco Tabuk-Manila 3:00 p.m. 7 p.m. 11 hrs Dimasalang, Manila Tabuk-Baguio 2:00 p.m. Tabuk-Santiago 6 a.m.

Auto Bus Tabuk-Manila 5 p.m. Tabuk-Baguio 4:30 pm (aircon) GL Trans Tabuk-Baguio (vice 4 p.m. & 5 p.m versa) (aircon)

6 a.m 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 3 p.m. Greenland Tabuk-Baguio 1 p.m. Lardizabal Trans Tabuk-Santiago 6 a.m. Lilibeth Express Tabuk-Bontoc 6 a.m. Immanuel Trans Tabuk-Bontoc 6 a.m. Lilibeth Trans Tabuk-Conner, Apayao 6 a.m. Supertram Tabuk-Laoag/Ilocos 6 a.m. Region Jeepneys Tabuk-Tuguegarao Tabuk-Roxas, Isabela Tabuk-Tinglayan Tabuk-Balbalan Tabuk-Pinukpuk Tabuk-Pasil Tabuk-Lubuagan Tabuk-Tanudan Tabuk-Bontoc

V. MISCELLANEOUS

Convention Facilities

Name of Facility Address Capacity Emilia's Kitchenette Bulanao, Tabuk 100 Kalinga Christian Learning Center Bulanao, Tabuk 300 Pan-aw Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk 50 Davisdon Hotel & Restaurant Bulanao, Tabuk 400 Kalinga Hostel Callagdao, Tabuk 300 Laoagan Inn Bulanao, Tabuk 500

Recreational Facilities

Sports Center Address/Sports facilities St. William's Gymnasium Bulanao, Tabuk Basketball Tabuk Gymnasium Tabuk Basketball and tennis court Bulanao Fitness Center Bulanao, Tabuk Fitness Center Skating Rink Tabuk Municipal Park Volleyball Court Poblacion, Tabuk Body Fit Dagupan West Kalinga Athletic Bowl Bulanao, Tabuk Cockpit Arena Appas, Tabuk Swimming Pool Provincial Capitol, Bulanao Lawn Tennis Court Poblacion, Tabuk Tabuk National High School Sports complex Poblacion, Tabuk Swimming Pools Laoagan Resort Bulanao, Tabuk Bilza Resort Poblacion, Tabuk Salidummay Resort Calanan, Tabuk

Banks

Establishment Address Development Bank of the Philippines Bulanao, Tabuk Land Bank of the Philippines Bulanao, Tabuk Philippine National Bank Tabuk Rural Bank of Rizal Balabag, Rizal Rural Bank of Tabuk Tabuk

Medical Facilities

Medical Facilities Address Barangay Health Station Located at various barangays Family Clinic Tabuk, Kalinga Good Samaritan Mission Clinic Tabuk Holy Redeemer Clinic Tabuk Holy Trinity Medical Clinic Tabuk Kalinga District Hospital Lubuagan

Martin De Pores Clinic Pinukpuk Pinukpuk District Hospital Pinukpuk Rural Health Units Located in all the municipalities of Kalinga St. Luke's Emergency Hospital Tabuk Western Kalinga Hospital Balbalan

REST AREA / GASOLINE STATION

Name of Establishment Address/Tel No. Petron Gasoline Station Poblacion, Tabuk 872-2014 Bulanao, Tabuk Shell Gasoline Station Bulanao, Tabuk Poblacion, Tabuk San Isidro Gasoline Station Bulanao, Tabuk

Sea Oil Gasoline Station Rizal, Kalinga

Agbannawag, Tabuk

COMMUNICATION FACILITIES NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT ADDRESS Bureau of Post Located in each municipality PT & T Poblacion, Tabuk RCPI Pobalcion, Tabuk SMART MOBILE PHONE SERVICES Tabuk, Rizal and some part of Pinukpuk GLOBE MOBILE PHONE SERVICES Tabuk and Rizal SUN CELLULAR SERVICES Tabuk

RADIO COMMUNICATION

SB Radio Communication DA DENR DPWH IPHO NFA PIA DAR DILG DTI KAELCO NIA PNP

Radio Stations Radio Station Code Address Radyo Ng Bayan DZRK Bulanao, Tabuk Radyo Natin FM Poblacion, Tabuk INTERNET SERVICES

NAME OF SERVICE STATION ADDRESS

Abadilla Internet Cafe Poblacion, Tabuk Davisdson Internet Services Bulanao, Tabuk KASC Internet Services Bulanao Campus Provincial Capitol Internet Services Bulanao, Tabuk

POLICE ASSISTANCE

POLICE STATION

There are Philippine national Police Stations in all 8 municipalities in the province with a total police force of 207.

TOURISM ORIENTED AGENCIES

Office on Tourism Services Governor’s Office, Provincial Capitol, Bulanao, Tabuk Provincial Tourism Officer: Ms. Grace Kidang

Provincial Tourism Council Chairperson: Ms. Nancy Tuazon C/o Kalinga Provincial Capitol Tel # 0918-715-7402

Chico River Quest Incorporated Marketing Manager: Mr. Daniel Bravo Tel. No. 0916-716-2337

Data Source: Provincial Government of Kalinga Department of Tourism - CAR

PROVINCE OF MOUNTAIN PROVINCE

BRIEF HISTORY

The history of the province is replete of intriguing past as many varied stories and circumstances were recounted by elders. Suffice it to say that the origin of the province has not been recorded.

Spanish exploratory attempts to conquer Mountain Province were made between 1566 to 1665. Total subjugation of the area was never achieved throughout the three (3) centuries of Spanish rule because the fierce, warlike and hostile Igorots and formidable travel obstacles intimidated the Spaniards. Spanish occupation of some portions of the Cordilleras ended on September 3, 1899 when the Spanish headquarters in Bontoc was taken by Filipino forces.

Some brave Igorots joined their lowland brothers in the fight against the Americans in 1898. After the establishment of the civil government during the American occupation in 1901, Mountain Province became a special province of the Philippines in 1907. Bontoc-Lepanto, Amburayan, Ifugao, Kalinga, Benguet and Apayao comprised the sub-provinces. Samuel Cane, the provincial supervisor, was appointed governor and Bontoc was made the capital town.

In 1908, the old Mountain Province was created with seven (7) sub-provinces which later was merged into five (5) provinces: Benguet, Ifugao, Bontoc, Apayao, Kalinga (BIBAK). In 1967, the division of these five provinces gave birth to four (4) new provinces namely: Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao and Mountain Province. The sub-province of Bontoc retained its name Mountain Province and maintained Bontoc as its capital town. On March 25, 1967, Mt. Province became an independent province. Then President Ferdinand E. Marcos, appointed and inducted into office the first provincial officials. This new province came into operation on April 7, 1967, hence, this day is celebrated as Mountain Province Day.

On June 15, 1987, Mountain Province became part of the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).

I. OVERVIEW

Geography

Mountain Province is bounded on the north by the provinces of Kalinga, Apayao and Abra; on the south by the mountains of benguet and Ifugao; on the east by Isabela and the west by the province of Ilocos Sur. It extends to an area of 229,231 hectares where 83% is mountainous while 17% make up hills and valleys .

Principally, the province is composed of high mountain ranges, limited terraces and floodplains. It is a province of rivers, falls, mountains and caves. Such a terrain nurtures a sturdy and hardworking people.

Political Subdivision

Mountain Province is composed of ten (10) municipalities namely: Bontoc, Barlig, Bauko, Besao, Natonin, Paracelis, Sabangan, Sadanga, Sagada and Tadian.

The province has 144 barangays comprising the ten municipalities and its distribution is shown in Table 1.

Table 1. Municipalities w/ corresponding number of barangays

Municipality Number of Barangays Barlig 11 Bauko 22 Besao 14 Bontoc 16 Natonin 11 Paracelis 9 Sabangan 15 Sadanga 8 Sagada 19 Tadian 19

Climate

The province has two (2) seasons - dry from November to April and wet for the rest of the year. The maximum rain periods are not very pronounced with a short dry season lasting only from 1 to 3 months.

Population

Mountain province has a population of 140,439 in 2000, total household of 27,721 and land area of 229,231 hectares (NSO). The natives are mostly Bontocs who occupy the central and northern part of the province. Tthe Aplai who are predominantly found in the western part and the Balangaos in the eastern portion.

Language/Dialect Mountain Province boasts of being the first province to be evangelized by the American missionaries and so most of its people particularly, the elders could speak English. Aplai is the major dialect. The inhabitants could also speak Ilocano and Filipino.

Major Industries

The furniture industry is a growing venture in the province. Fixtures and furniture are made from raw materials like pinewood, bamboo and steel.

Backstrap weaving which was also an old-age handicraft expanded to use of loom. Colorful costumes are now designed for product lines like bag, purses, tapestry, ethnic costumes, blankets, linen and other fashion accessories.

II. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

HISTORICAL

Rizal Memorial Plaza (Bontoc) - found at the heart of the capital town. The statue of Dr. Jose Rizal stands towering the plaza, which serves as a good respite and also as a playground and meeting venue for programs and other gatherings.

CULTURAL

1. Bontoc Village Museum (Bontoc) - located within the Catholic Sister's Convent and Saint Vincent's Elementary School. Sister Basil Gekiere, ICM, founded it. It features a range of artifacts crafted by the Igorots for domestic purposes, to be used for traditional celebrations or practices. Inside the museum, one could appreciate the distinct richness of the Igorot's way of life. Beside the museum building is a model of traditional Bontoc village, which highlights some of the various aspects of the Bontoc material culture.

2. Backstrap and Loom Weaving Houses - loom weaving is done in Sabangan and Sagada. Samoki, a village in Bontoc specialize in backstrap weaving. Various colorful woven materials like knapsacks, placemats, bags and purses among other products.

3. Ato/Dap-ay - traditionally, it is a place where the council of elders hold various ceremonies, meetings and happenings which maybe religious, social and political in nature. It is a public structure used as a dormitory by the bachelors, widowers, young boys and visitors in the village. A fireplace is built at the center and a wooden pole stands opposite it where heads of animals butchered and sacrificed are hung.

NATURAL

1. Mainit Hotsprings - 18 kilometers up from Bontoc; 30 minutes by chartered of Public Utility Jeepney ride (Bontoc-Mainit - 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.) or two (2) hours by foot.

2. Mornang Hotspring - 4 kilometers from Barlig proper

3. Sadanga Hotspring 29 kilometers from Poblacion Bontoc (with bathroom facility)

4. Caves / Hanging Coffins - feature shimmering underground streams with golden or silvery stalactite and stalagmite formations and cool nature pools inside. Hanging coffins placed high steep rock formations. 5. Sagada - Matangkib Cave, Sugong Cave, Lumiyang Cave, Sumaguing Cave, Balangagan Cave, Nangongogan Cave, Latipan Cave, Cansil Cave

6. Besao - Liang Burial Cave (can be reached through regular jeepney ride to the poblacion and hiking to reach the caves).

7. Lakes/Waterfalls - found amidst tall, green pine trees evoking feelings of freshness and tranquility

8. Sagada: Bumod-ok Falls Danum Lake Bodong Lake Aguid Fidelisan Waterspots.

9. Besao: Banao Lake

10. Tadian: Gawaan Lake

*accessibility - regular public utility jeepney and foot trekking to site

MOUNTAINS WITH MAJESTIC TOWERING PEAKS AND SHARP RIDGES:

11. Mt. Clitoris (Tadian) - formerly Mount Mogao is a canonical shaped and stands proudly over 3 villages. It is considered as sacred and appears serene and solemn at dusk or dawn.

12. Mt. Amoyao (Barlig) - thickly forested and beckons for wilderness walk and site of ABS-CBN and RCPI satellite

13. Mt. Calawitan (Sabangan)

14. Mt. Polis and Mt. Pagturao (Bontoc)

15. Mt. Ampucao (Sagada)

16. Besao Sunset (Besao) - a primitive formation of two rocks where farmers can determine seasons by how the sun's rays fit into the crevices in the rock formation.

17. Alab Petroglyphs (Bontoc) - a huge rock inscribed with bows and arrows believed to tell the ancient fertility rites of the natives.

18. Chico River Panoramic View - the mountain tops and mountain sides provide panoramic/scenic viewing of the winding Chico River meandering through ricefields, rocks and sand as well as good vantage points to humble dwellings of the villagers.

Viewpoints: Gala (Sabangan) Mt. Polis Pagturao (Bontoc) Maligcong

19. Cagubatan Enchanted Eels (Tadian) - the eels thriving in the Cagubatan spring are conceived to be sacred and thus could not be eaten, they are believed to maintain the continuous flow of water to irrigate the rice fields. MAN - MADE ATTRACTIONS

1. Mountain Province Trade Center - a mini-shopping center managed by the Department of Trade and Industry where skillfully crafted indigenous products are sold.

2. Rice Terraces - mini stairways to the sky, distinct from the Banaue Rice Terraces because they are made up of perfectly engineered stone riprap.

Bauko: Bagnen Rice Terraces

Besao: Besao Rice Terraces, Bucas Rice Terraces

Bontoc: Maligcong Rice Terraces, Bayyo Rice Terraces, and Bontoc Poblacion Rice Terraces, Dalican Rice Terraces

Sagada: Kiltepan Rice Terraces, Tanulong Rice Terraces, and Suyo Rice Terraces Bulongan Rice Terraces, Bangaan Rice Terraces, Ambasing Rice Terraces, Fidelisan Rice Terraces

Sadanga: Sadanga Rice Terraces, Focong Rice Terraces

Natonin: Natonin Rice Terraces

Barlig: Barlig Rice Terraces

III. FESTIVALS

LANG-AY Festival (Mt. Province Foundation Day) - a week-long agro-industrial trade, tourism and cultural affair with tribal dances and songs in full regalia. A native term which showcases the living tradition of the people of Mountain province to celebrate festivities, to share happiness, foster family solidarity, hospitality and nurture friendship all with a toast of home brewed wine. (April 7)

Menaliyam Festival - A mini-Lang-ay Festival that showcases the tribes’ “best” as the Balangao, Baliwon, and Barlig tribes converge to be reminiscent of their old and living customs and traditions in merriment and amidst the sound of gongs and chanting of sacred prayers (May 27-28)

Begnas - (January, June, April, September, November) ethnic offering of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest where pigs or chicken are butchered for the family or clan members to partake of.

Chom-no or Chonno - the grandest and most expensive wedding celebration which usually happens once in four or five years where the number of carabaos butchered reflect the economic status of the family, accompanied by much dancing and singing. Special Interest

Nature Trekking through the Bontoc Circuit Trail - trudging through the mountains and valleys to best appreciate the natural wonders and beauty of the province in their natural state by trekking through the trails established through the help of the Philippine airlines Mountaineering Club around the province interconnecting the tourism assets amidst the hospitable communities. Some trekking routes: Guina-ang - Dalican - Aguid Bontoc Poblacion - Dalican Bontoc Poblacion - Caneo Mainit - Maligcong - Belwang

Mountain Climbing - these are mountains great for scaling:

Mount Amoyao (Barlig) Mt. Calawitan (Sabangan) Mount Pagturao (Bontoc) Mt. Ampacao (Sagada) Mt. Clitoris (Tadian) Mt. Polis (Bontoc) Barlig Forest

Sagada Spelunking

River Rafting - the Chico River offers a challenging and thrilling route for rafting especially on the rainy months of June and August.

IV. SUPPORT FACILITIES

ACCREDITED Accommodation Establishments No. of Establishment/Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Conference hall, dining Single - 1,976 room, ballroom, helipad, Mt. Data Hotel 22 Double/twin-2,204 souvenir shop, laundry, Dolly Theodore Extra Bed -418 welcome drinks, cultural shows

ACCREDITED Dining Establishments Capacity/ Ave. cost / Name of Establishment Contact Person Specialty meal / person Cable Café' & Restaurant Edgar B. Cue 75 75.00 Rosdin Restaurant Aladina Manalang 40 75.00 Pines Kitchenette Josephine Khayad 75 Koykies Snack Bar & Restaurant Senen B. Habawel 40 75.00 Trapezoid Bar & Restaurant Emily Aluyen 25 75.00

Municipality of Bontoc No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Alabama Hotel & Restaurant Dining room, terrace Archog Hotel & Restaurant Conference Hall, Dining room Single - 70 Dining room, terrace, hot Bontoc Hotel & Restaurant 8 Double - 140 water as required Ms. Marjorie Yawan Triple - 210 Chico Terrace Inn and Restaurant Conference room, dining Episcopal Diocese of Northern room, terrace, ballroom, 12 P 100/head Philippines laundry, reflexology, and security services Churya-a Hotel & Restaurant Dining room, terrace No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Linda's Guest House Double w/ T& B P Hot water as requested Belinda Galo 150 Mountain Hotel and Restaurant Single - 70 Dining room, sala , Daisy Pomay-o Double - 140 laundry, catering services, 16 Dorm Type sundry soap, souvenir 4 beds -230 shop 5 beds -300 Single - 100 Conference room, dining Double - 200 room, terrace, laundry Pines Kitchenette & Inn (Pension) 18 Triple - 300 services, parking area, Josephine Khayad Double w/ T&B-500 cultural shows are Triple w/T&B- 500 requested Ridgebrook Hotel Dining room, conference room, terrace Tcchayapan Hotel Dining room Walter Clapp Conference Hall, dining room Zander's Café & Hotel Single -70 6 Dining room Nellie Luya (602-1048 smart) Double -120

Municipality of Sagada A Seven House Antique shop, parking space, 7 60/head Flora Abeya veranda Ganduyan Inn Restaurant ,laundry, tour 5 75/head Marina A. Biag arrangement, parking space Green House Inn (Lodge) Dining room, terrace, hot 5 P75/head Cristina Deg-awan water as requested Mapiya-aw Pension W/ T & B-350-500 Conference hall, parking Lazaro Solang 14 Dorm type space, fireplace, viewpoint -100/head Masferre Inn & Café (pension) Parking space, laundry, Monette Masferre 11 P 85/head massage, fire place, dining room Single w/ common bath - P 200 Double w/ common Olahbinan Resthouse and bath -400 Conference hall, recreational Restaurant (Pension) 11 Triple w/ common hall, tour arrangement, Hilda Piluden bath - 500 fireplace, terrace Double w/ hot shower -1,000 Family room-1.500 Parking area, conference Rocky Valley Inn (Pension ) Prisca 8 P 75/head room, terrace, bar & Palangcha restaurant Sagada Guest House Café Restaurant, laundry, tour 15 75/head Veronica Daoas arrangement, parking space

Municipality of Sagada, Accommodation, con't. No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Sagada Prime Hotel 18 Double bed w/ T&B Multi-purpose hall, dining Dennis Piluden -1,000 room, parking space Family room (6) 1,000 Extra bed w/ beddings-150 Multi-purpose hall, parking 25 rooms space, fireplace, tour St. Joseph Resthouse Room- 75/head 5 arrangement, catering, Fr. Alex Wandag Cottage -500-1,000 cottages laundry, camping space, abundant water, viewpoint

Municipality of Sabangan No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Ina Imelda’s Sari-sari Store & Transient House

Municipality of Barlig No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Halfway Inn & restaurant Sea world Inn

Municipality of Paracelis No. of Establishment /Manager Rates in Pesos Facilities Rooms Atlantic Hotel & Restaurant

Dining Establishments Ave. cost / Capacity/ Name of Establishment Contact Person meal / Specialty person Banan's Restaurant Eldon Kiaki 40 35.00 Blue Bird's Canteen Angeles Pachong 24/Blue Bird's Rice 40.00 Bontoc Cafe 16/ carrot juice & hot Dorothy Liswid cakes Bontoc Hotel & Restaurant Marjorie Yawan 20 43.00 Bus Stop Inn, Café & Restaurant Hubert Bangilan 24 35.00 60/Chico Rice 50.00 Chico Terrace Inn & Restaurant Victor Ananayo Country Restaurant & Video Sing- 45.00 Grace Faniswa 36 along Cozy Nook Restaurant Erlinda Ayochoc 50 45.00 The Crackpot Snackhaus & 50.00 Evelyn Payacda 42 Restaurant Cuisina Igorota Magdalena Payacda 24 35.00 45.00 Esther Eastern Star Hotel & Restaurant 50 Abad Great Bite Café & Restaurant Elmo Timog-ong 30 40.00 Good Habit's Café & Restaurant Ignacio Afidchao 15 40.00 Hardrock Café, Bar & Restaurant Agnes Acofo 25 35.00 Highlander's Restaurant Jose Aligo 32 40.00 Ikolan's Fastfood Samuel Moling 30/ Ikolan's Rice 45.00 Joan's Café & Restaurant Anita Panay 20/Joan's Rice 45.00 John's Eatery John Bagni 10 35.00 Kammagay Café & Restaurant Susan Comafay 20 33.00 Mountain Hotel & Restaurant Connie Tayaotao 28 45.00 Nellie's Eatery Nellie Balingao 20 40.00 Pines Kitchenette & Inn Lina Khayad 120 50.00 Ridgebrooke Cafe & Restaurant Helen Gironella 45 40.00 Rose Eatery Rosita Facullo 10 30.00 Ave. cost / Capacity/ Name of Establishment Contact Person meal / Specialty person R & J Restaurant Rosario Foy-awon 24 40.00 R's Restaurant & Snackhaus Ricardo Ligligen 40 35.00 Sagada Lunch & Drinks Lydia Inumian 15 40.00 Tcayapan Food & Drinks Florence Taguiba 50 45.00 Triple 8 Café & Restaurant Andrea Bannawi 15 40.00 Zander's Café & Restaurant Nellie Luya 50 40.00 158 Café & Restaurant Willy Lomas-e 16 40.00 17th Place Food & Snacks Verna Fugnay 30.00

Transportation PUBLIC UTILITY BUSES Name of company Origin-Destination Schedule Rates in Pesos Travel Time (Morning) Baguio-Bontoc 7:30 Penny Sleepers Trans 178.00 Bontoc-Baguio 8:30 Baguio- Bontoc 6:30; 7:30 Bontoc-Baguio 8:30; 9:30; 10:30; Rising Sun (6 hours) 11:00 170.00 12:00nn (p.m.) 1:00; 2:00 Baguio-Otucan (Bauko) 7:30 110.00 (6 hours) Baguio-Kayan (Tadian) 7:30; 9:30 120.00 (6-7 hours) Baguio - Aluding (Tadian) (7 7:30; 9:30 100.00 hrs) Baguio-Bontoc Emmanuel Trans Bontoc-Baguio (6-7 hours) Baguio-Bontoc 5:00; 6:00 Dangwa Bus Bontoc-Baguio 7:00; 8:00; 165.00 9:00; 10:00 Baguio - Sagada 6:00; 7:00 & Lizardo Trans Baguio - Besao 8:00 160.00 (7-8 hrs)

PUBLIC UTILITY JEEPNEYS Destination Schedule Travel Time Rate Bontoc-Bauko 11:00 am 11/2 -21/2 hrs. 50.25 Every hour starting Bontoc-Sagada I hour 30.00 8:30 am to 4:00 p.m. Bontoc-Tadian 10:00 am - 3:00 p.m. 2 hours 40.00 Bontoc-Sabangan 10:30 am to 5:30 p.m. 40 mins 25.00 Every hour starting Bontoc-Besao 1 hr 30 mins 40.00 9:30 am up to 3:00 p.m. Every hour starting 1:30 up to Bontoc-Sadanga 1 hour 40.00 4:00 p.m. Every hour starting 1:00 to 3:00 Bontoc-Barlig 2 to 5 hours 60.00-100.00 p.m. Bontoc-Natonin 11:00 am and 2 to 4 p.m. 6 to 7 hours 170.00

V. MISCELLANEOUS

Souvenir Shops and Stores Establishment Address Types of Merchandize Shopping Hours Association of Bila Potters Mar-Dec Bauko Vase, jugs, pots, figurines 8:00-5:00 Madepdepas Igorot 8:00-6:00 Sabangan Bamboo & rattan products Handicraft Sabangan Weaving Sabangan Hand & loom-woven products 8:00-5:00 Sagada Weaving Sagada Hand & loom woven products 8:00-5:00 Mt. Province Trade Center Bontoc Various ethnic products 8:00-5:00 Tetep-an Binali Craft Sagada baskets 8:00-5:00

Tour Operators and Travel Agencies Agency/ Manager Services Offered New passport Passport renewal Lost passport Cable T.V. & Tours Birth certificate authentication Poblacion Bontoc (Tel. 074 -6021068) Marriage certificate authentication Mr. Norberto Cue Airport assistance International package tour Domestic ticketing Rent a car Local package tour for Sagada, Mainit, Maligcong and Banaue

Banks

Establishment/ Address Services Offered Loans Deposits, telegraphic transfers, demand Philippine National Bank drafts Bontoc Poblacion Manager's checks Change foreign currencies Peso deposit US dollars deposits Loans Telegraphic transfer Land Bank of the Philippines Demand draft Cashiers' check Purchase of US dollars Notes/checks Rural Bank of Bontoc Loans Bontoc Poblacion Change foreign currencies Rural Bank of Sagada

Medical Institutions Establishment Address St. Theodore Hospital (Private) Sagada Robespierre Lim Memorial Clinic (Private) Natonin Besao District Hospital Besao Barlig District Hospital Barlig Bontoc General Hospital Abatan, Bauko Luis Hora Memorial Hospital Paracelis district Hospital Paracelis 102 Barangay Health Centers At various barangays/ village of the province 10 Municipal Health Centers 1 in every municipality Igolot Clinic & Pharmacy Bontoc

Communication Facilities Establishment Address Services Bayan Tel Bontoc Long distance and Overseas calls, fax SMART Bontoc Long distance, local calls, fax Bureau of Local telegrams Telecommunications Post Office Bontoc Mailing and money orders Municipal telephone/public Each municipality Local calls, inter-municipality calls calling office

Radio communication Name of Organization Radio Frequency Capabilities Sportcom 144.17 PI,RA,MA FA Tricom 142.10 PI, RA DPWH 149.35 PI, RA Prov'l Gov't of Mt. Province 138.42 PI, RA FA ENDP 147.01 PI, RA

Legend: PI - Public Information RA - rescue assistance MA - Motorist Assistance FA - First Aid

SBB Radio communication Establishment Frequency Bontoc General Hospital Ch.1 -8193; Ch.2 -6997.5 ENDP 5050.0; 5151.0 Ch.1-4457.5; Ch.2-7408.5; Ch.3 -7952.5 MOPRECO Ch.4 -7981.0; Ch.5 -1046.0; Ch.6 -11471.0 DENR Ch.1 -7416.5/7415.0; Ch.2 -10121.5/10120.0 DPWH Ch.2 -7368.6

TOURISM ORIENTED ORGANIZATION Mt. Province Tourism Council Chairperson: FR. JOEL DEL ROSARIO C/o Mt. Province Provincial Capitol Bontoc, Mt. Province

Municipality Name Address Barlig Evelyn Andrada Barlig Municipal Hall Besao Ben Ngislawan Besao Municipal Hall Bauko Constancio Wooden Sr. Bauko Municipal Hall Bontoc Esther Abad Natonin Marie Batnag Sabangan Ramsey Zarate Sabangan Mun. Hall Sadanga Benito Angyoda Sadanga Mun. Hall Sagada Valeria Asprer Sagada Municipal Hall Paracelis Federico Onsat Paracelis Mun. Hall Data Source: Provincial Government of Mt. Province Department of Tourism-CAR

SAGADA ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDES' ASSOCIATION Sagada, Mt. Province Philippines 2619

STANDARD GUIDE RATES (FEE change w/o prior notice) CAVING No. of pax Guide Fee (in Pesos) No. of Guides 1-4 300.00 (Lamp fee included) 1 5 350.00 (Lamp fee included) 1 6-9 600.00 (Lamp fee included) 2 10 650.00 (Lamp fee included) 2 11-14 70.00 /pax + 150.00 lamp fee) 3 15 1,050.00 (Lamp fee included) 3 16-19 70.00/pax + 200.00 Lamp fee) 4 20-24 50.00/pax + 200.00 lamp fee) 4 25 and above 60.00/pax + lamp fee (ratio of 1 guide to 5 persons

TREKKING (FEE change w/o prior notice) BIG FALLS No. of Heads Guide Fee (in Pesos) No. of Guides 1-10 500.00 1 11-15 600.00 2 16-20 700.00 3 MT. AMPUCAO 1-10 500.00 1 11-15 600.00 2 16-20 700.00 3 MT. POLIS 1-10 700.00 1 11-15 800.00 2 16-20 900.00 3 SIGHT SEEING 1-10 300.00 1 11-15 450.00 2 16-20 600.00 3 Conditions: Minimum - three (3) spots only Maximum - three (3) hours touring time starting from the Municipal Hall

NOTE: Lamp fee if P 50.00/lamp Additional guides could be provided upon request Children shall be charge full rates Accidents are not the sole responsibility of the guide Cave connection has a different rate

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