Exploring Tagaytay

Exploring Tagaytay

Tagaytay City (population 16,322) is about 60 km / 37 miles south of Manila in the mountains of Cavite Province. Tagaytay is a city of scenic contrasts .Wildflowers line paved winding roads, panoramic views of the Taal Volcano nestled in Taal Lake, and orchards of fresh home grown fruits, all amidst modern convenient facilities and amenities including the Casino Filipino Tagaytay.

Tagaytay, considered as the country's second summer capital because of its crisp and cool climate all year around, is a treasure box of pleasure points in by itself. At nightfall, one sees the lake sparkle with the pinpoint lights of fishing boats. It is a perfect picnic spot. Tagaytay, however, is more than a picnic haunt. The place has given rise to many congregational houses and retreat centers. It is also conductive to spiritual meditation, that is earned yet another title for being the "Center of Spiritual Retreat."

Thus, the masterpiece of nature that is Tagaytay is a not to be missed item in a tourist itinerary. It should always include a visit to the Volcano Island, and its enumerable side spots.

Tagaytay City, located 2,500 feet above sea level enjoys a cool and invigorating climate characterized by a relatively low temperature, low humidity, and abundant rainfall. Average temperature is 22.7 degrees Celsius. For this reason, Tagaytay with its cool weather, balmy winds and foggy mists is called the "second summer capital" of the country after Baguio City

Tagaytay Picnic Grove

Tagaytay's playground is the popular Picnic Grove. Huts line the gentle slopes. It is a prime location, providing the finest view of the volcano far below.

People's Park In The Sky

A blending of natural and man-made attractions, poised on the highest point of Tagaytay City. It stands on a 4,516 sq, meters solid ground and overlooks four bodies of water – Taal Lake, Balayan Bay, Laguna de Bay and Manila Bay.

Filipino-Japanese Friendship Garden

A 1,200 sq. meters garden was constructed to inculcate the value of freedom, peace and international unity into the hearts and minds of the people.

Lake Taal

Lake Taaalso in Laguna, takes you on a thrilling ride in its shooting rapids amidst picturesque canyon walls.

Taal Volcano

Tagaytay is home to Taal Volcano, which is reputed to be the world's smallest and yet most active. It stands on its own island amid a landscape of ash and cinder. The breathtaking views of Taal volcano and Lake is a MUST SEE for everyone visiting Asia. It is truly a once in a life time experience and we recommend a visit in the strongest possible way.

Tagaytay High Lands

There are two 18-hole par 72 golf courses set amidst hilly terrain and ravines. Tagaytay Highlands is highly rated offering two of the, if not the two best golf courses in the Philippines. Throw in all kinds of facilities like a driving range, movies, bowling, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, plus 29 world class restaurants, and you have a world class establishment that is hard to beat anywhere! As if one great golf course isn't good enough, how about two great courses!

Orchard Golf Club

The Orchard Golf Club opened for play in January 1995 with two Championship layouts designed by golfing legends Arnold Palmer and Gary Player. Both courses are situated in what was formerly a Mango orchard planted some sixty five years ago by Dean Conrado Benitez Sr. Self designated as a bird and wildlife sanctuary, the courses abound with indigenous flora and fauna.

Splendido Golf and Country Club

The Splendido Taal Golf and Country Club is an exclusive 250-hectare gated community located along the Tagaytay Ridge area. The Greg Norman designed, 18-hole par 72 all-weather championship golf course of the Splendido Taal Golf Club as its anchor development. Surrounding the golf course are the subdivision and fairway lots of the Splendido Taal Residential Estates and the sports and recreational facilities of the Splendido Taal Country Club.

Hidden Valley

in Laguna province resting at the foot of Mt. Makiling, where a mineral spring flows from the mountain's lush greenery teeming with wild orchids and tropical ferns, is about 2 hours away.

Pagsanjan Falls

Pagsanjan Falls whcih is also located in Laguna, takes you on a thrilling ride in its shooting rapids amidst picturesque canyon walls.

Taal Lake Yacht Club

The Taal LakeYacht Club was set up primarily as a sailing club. However, the way it is set up, it is now considered one of the best campgrounds within 1 hour from Metro Manila, Luzon, Philippines.