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Banaue
Mount Amuyao is located between the boundary line of Banaue and Mayoyao and between Ifugao and Mountain Province, Philippines. The 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 summits provides the climber with a breath-taking panorama of the Mountain Province, Isabela, Nueva Viscaya and Ifugao. Mayoyao legends 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 survivor, they became the first ancestors of the Ifugaos. Source:nscb.gov.ph

Ifugao
Mount Anapawon is centrally located in Ifugao, Philippines The mountain peak is considered the best camping site in the province. It provides a very good view of Hungduan municipality and the low-lying municipalities of Lagawe and Kiangan as well as the rice terraces of Hingyon.  Source:nscb.gov.ph

Digos
Mount Apo is a large stratovolcano on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. It is the highest mountain in the country and overlooks Davao City, a few kilometres to the northeast. Its name means "master" or "grandfather".  Apo is flat topped, with three peaks, and is capped by a 500 m wide volcanic crater containing a small crater lake. It is a source of geothermal energy, but the date of its most recent eruption is unknown, and none are verified in historic times. Mount Apo is one of the most popular climbing destinations in the Philippines, and the summit is easy to reach. It was first climbed on October 10, 1880 by a party led by Don Joaquin Rajal.    How to get to Mount ApoVia Digos-Peak-Kidapawan (recommended)Prior to your climb, it is advisable to check first thru the local tourism office of any advisory prohibiting the use of certain route to the peak.  Best time to travel is early morning. Best month to climb is during summer before the Holy Week, to avoid too many people crowding at the peak. At Davao City take a taxi to Ecoland Bus Terminal, find a Digos bound bus. While in Digos, Davao del Sur, ask direction for Kapatagan terminal, there you can choose to ride public van transport or (if you're daring) the "Habal-habal" or motorcycle transport.  Once you're in Kapatagan, find a ride going to Sitio Marawer, be it on a motorcycle, horseback or passenger jeeps. It's wise to pay a visit to the Barangay officials there, they can help if ever you'll need reliable porters or guides. A 4x4 vehicle if available can bring you higher to Mainit otherwise you'll have to start hiking from Marawer.  You can camp at Goddy-goddy on the first night. The next day find you in the open, scaling the big boulders going up to the steaming sulfur section of the volcano. Camp the 2nd night at the peak, early on the 3rd day explore the several small peaks within the summit, the sky is usually clear at this time of the day. It takes about 2-3 hours trekking down to Lake Venado from the peak where you can setup your tent for the night or proceed down Marble River or Agco. Sources:WikipediaClickdavao

Kidapawan
Established more than a decade ago, the Mt. Apo Geothermal Power Plant of the Philippines National Oil Company-Energy Development Corporation is the single biggest investment in the City of Kidapawan. It generates a total of 104 Megawatts of electricity that powers industrial plants in Mindanao. Situated in the southwest portion of the Mt. Apo National Park, the Geothermal Plant is itself a landmark and a tourist attraction. Source:RDC XII Official Website 

Balungao
Mount Balungao is located in Balungao, Pangasinan, Philippines. Hot and cold springs are found in this 383 meters high Mount Balungao, about 5 kilometers southeast of the Balungao townproper. Many visit the place during summer mainly for the medicinal use of the hotspring. Source:Tourism.gov.phHoparound.net

Tanudan
Mount Binaratan is located in Tanudan, Kalinga, Philippines.  The fabled mountain is located in Dacalan. It is the entry point of General Emilio Aguinaldo during his retreat to Kalinga.  Source:nscb.gov.ph

Baguio
With a recorded peak altitude of 2025 meters, Mt Cabuyao is the second highest peak near Baguio City. It is just about 2.6km from Mt. Sto. Tomas which is the highest peak near Baguio. Mt. Cabuyao is usually mistaken for as Mt. Sto. Tomas. From the east side of the peak, you can see the whole city of Baguio including its suburbs and the Baguio airport. From the west side, you can view the China Sea. Source:Waypoints.ph

Maragusan
Mount Candalaga stands at 7,880 feet above sea level with 30 waterfalls and 100 cold springs. It is the home of the world's largest flower, the Rafflesia. The mountain is subject to a number of legends. Locals have a number of stories and trekkers usually hear these stories from their guides. Source:WOW PhilippinesPinoy Mountaineer   

Kapangan
Mount Dakiwagan View is located in Kapangan, Benguet, Philippines.  Mount Dakiwagan is shaped like the face of Santa Claus, resting its head on the face like solid rock. The mountain is nestled in the northern side of Camp Utopia- adventurers who go into the place are reluctant to tell their experiences. Bring more tourist on the area makes other people of the community afraid for it might lost its very magic if people will frequently visit the area. Source:Kapangan.gov.ph

Monkayo
Diwalwal is one of the biggest gold mining areas in the country. Mining activity is done in Mount Diwalwal. Mount Diwalwal is sometimes referred to as Mount Diwata. Source:WOW Philippines