Philippines’ famous landforms
The Philippines famous landforms are many and include the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol , the famous rice terraces in Benguit, the Maria Cristina Water Falls (this is one of Philippines famous landforms and is know to be one of the world’s highest water falls) in Mindanao and of course the Palawan Underground River.
One of the best known Philippines famous landforms are the Chocolate Hills in Bohol. The Chocolate Hills are a unique geological landform located in Bohol, Philippines. These famous landforms of the Philippines consist of approximately 1,776 hills which cover an estimated area of around 20 sq mi. These hills are covered with green grass which becomes brown in the dry season, and that’s why they are called the “Chocolate Hills”. The Chocolate Hills are one of the best known Philippines famous landforms and a major tourist attraction of Philippines. They are shown in this country’s provincial flag and seal. They have recently been included as the third National Geological Monument of Philippines and listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Another Philippines famous landforms are the famous rice terraces in Benguit. Bakun Central located in Benguet serves as the jump off point for the climb to Mt. Kabunian. The Bakun "kanka-nai" and "bago" tribes are the natives that inhabit Bakun Central and one of the most famous landforms of the Philippines are their famous rice terraces. The Bakun rice terraces are quite unique and different from other rice terraces because the walls of these rice terraces are made up of stones from the river. You can also visit the kanka-nai's famous burial grounds where you can see the JAR COFFINS and WOOD COFFINS of their ancestors are kept.
One of Philippines famous landforms is the Maria Cristina Water Falls. This famous falls are located in the city of Majestic waterfalls at Iligan City, Philippines. The Maria Cristina water Falls measure 320-feet high and are located on the Agus River of the island of Mindanao. The Maria Cristina Falls are often contemplated as the most breath-taking amongst the 23 waterfalls which are established at the city of "Majestic Waterfalls", Iligan City.
Any discussion on Philippines famous landforms is incomplete without mentioning the Palawan Underground River National Park where the Palawan underground river is. This National Park spans over 5,000 hectares of pristine forest. The Palawan underground river is approximately 8km long under the cliffs, 4km of can be covered by banca with a guide.
The United States should not annex the Philippine islands, the Philippines, already a country of their own should not be forced to adapt to American culture and civilization. Prior to the annexation of the Philippines, America had major conflict with Spain in order to free Cuba from their brutal tactics for dominance. Tension continued to rise, until President Mckinley decided to take action and go to war against Spanish forces to enable a more stable government as well as provide protection for the citizens of Cuba. After months of fighting, the Spanish admitted defeat and began discussing peace terms of the Treaty of Paris. In this treaty Cuba was guaranteed independence, also the Spanish were forced to give up Guam and Puerto Rico. They Spanish also complied to selling the Philippines to the U.S for 20 million. However, the Filipinos wanted independence, not just a change in who governed them, this desire led many Philippine citizens to break out, beginning the Philippine- American war, which lasted three years, and caused the death of over two hundred thousand American and Filipino citizens.
One of them is known for its beauty and ecological importance. It was declared a national park in 1972. It called the Roques. It has white sand, clear water and spectacular blues. Another one is the Turtle. Its extraordinary surface makes it the largest island in Venezuela and one of the most beautiful. Furthermore, Venezuela has beautiful mountains. The Avila, located in Caracas, and Angel jump in Guyana are the most important in the country. The Avila can be visited by cableway, trucks or walking. When people arrive at the top of the mountain, they can see the whole city, and this is amazing. Also, the Angel jump is the highest waterfall in the world. It is unique, wonderful, and amazing to see. The Medanos of Coro are the sand formations. In the national park are permitted excursions like bathing beaches and water sports such as (sailing, skiing, surfing and diving). In established areas, there are outdoor games, hiking, camping, and picnic. We also have an amazing and important city named Caracas which is the capital of Venezuela. People go outside for diversion, night life, and a variety of delicious restaurants. Similarly, it is a world-class cosmopolitan city. In the west of the city, in the liberator municipality, tourism is important in terms of the historic town and the cableway among
1. Ollantaytambo, Perú is an Inca archaeological site in southern Perú. The main part of this historical site were located at Kachiqhata, having three parts Mullup'urku, Kantirayoq and Sirkusirkuyoq. Theses parts help build the amazing building by providing blocks or rose rhyolite. The ruins are located in the Sacred Valley and is set on a plateau with surrounding mountains.2. Catarata Gocta near Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Perú. The Waterfall has two parts having the total height of 771m, the upper leap of 230m and the lower 541m. The hike to Gocta is quite strenuous, being very steep and slippery. But its worth the hike because the Catarata Gocta waterfall is one of the most impressive natural sights to see.
Chocolate or cacao was first discovered by the Europeans as a New World plant, as the seed of the tropical Theobroma cacao tree. In Latin, Theobroma literally means: “food of the Gods” (Bugbee, Cacao and Chocolate: A Short History of Their Production and Use). Originally found and cultivated in Mexico, Central America and Northern South America, its earliest documented use is around 1100 BC. The majority of the Mesoamerican people made chocolate beverages, including the Aztecs, who made it into a beverage known as xocolātl, a Nahuatl word meaning “bitter water” (Grivetti; Howard-Yana, Chocolate: History, Culture, and Heritage). It was also a beverage in Mayan tradition that served a function as a ceremonial item. The cacao plant is g...
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