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Baguio City, known as the country’s summer capital, city of flowers, and the city of pines stands amidst the mountainous region of the Cordillera. Situated 1,500 meters above sea level, Baguio is one of the few places in the country blessed with a cool climate.

At any given time, it is eight degrees cooler in Baguio than the lowlands and averages 19.7 degrees Celsius all year round. So when planning to visit the place, better get a sweater or a jacket as the air gets nippy in the early afternoon until early mornings.

Baguio is very wet during the Philippine rainy season which is from June to October. It gets the biggest amount of rainfall in the country, twice the volume of rainfall as compare to Manila. The record for the heaviest volume of rainfall occurred in Baguio in July 1927 when it measured 4.77 meters. 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.

From Manila, visitors can take a 45-minute flight via Asian Spirits Airline or take the six-hour bus ride through Kennon Road, Marcos Highway or Naguilian Road. From the airport or bus terminal, it's easy to flag down a cab to get to your accommodations.

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

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 mummy caves of benguet; and the distinct culture and colorful traditions of the tribes of Benguet, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Kalinga, Apayao and Abra. It is gifted with a variety of cultural, historical and scenic attractions which make it an important and interesting destination.

Baguio has a number of attractions listed below but aside from these numerous sightseeing "musts" such as Camp John Hay, Burnham Park, Tam-a-wan Village, Lourdes Grotto, Botanical Garden, Mines View Park, etc., it is also a great shopping place. Delight on the freshest vegetables and strawberries, fruit preserves, souvenir items, knitted wears and export overruns. We hope that the information below helps you in planning for a fruitful and enjoyable vacation in the City of Pines.

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