Biak-na-Bato
comes down into our history as one of the places that cradled the Philippine
Revolution against the Spaniards. This is the place where the Philippine Revolutionary Government (The Republic of
Biak-na-Bato), was declared by Emilio Aguinaldo in November 1, 1897.
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| A footbridge inside the Biak-na-Bato National Park |
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| A photo of me at the bridge |
There
are many exciting scenes to witness in this park, cave networks, a system of rivers and trails of both
historical and ecological importance and thick forests. These are perfect
places to witness and appreciate the beauty of nature and the history that lies
within. Situated in San Miguel Bulacan only 80 kilometers northeast from Manila, it is an accessible place for weekend or holiday
trips.
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| The adventure begins at Biak-na-Bato National Park |
To
begin the adventure, you will need to hire a tour guide for 200 pesos each and pay
entrance fee of 30 pesos per person.
What to see inside the Biak-na-Bato
National Park
The Bahay Paniki cave
There are many caves within the national park but this is one of the most famous. It is an enormous cave that serves as habitat for different kinds of Bats as the name suggests. We did not enter this cave but even from the outside, it’s already an amazing sight.
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| Approaching the Bahay Paniki cave |
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| The Bahay Paniki Cave entrance |
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| Standing in front of The Bahay Paniki cave |
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| A group picture in front of the Bahay Paniki cave |
The Biak-na-Bato Hall
The park also serves as venue for different event such as team building activities, commemoration activities and educational tours. So they built the hall for that purpose. The theme for the construction is partly native that's why it perfectly matches with the nature that surrounds it.
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| The hall that serves as an event center at the Biak-na-Bato National Park |
The Heneral Emilio F. Aguinaldo Mural
Shrine
This is probably the most important landmark in the place. It features Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, the Soldiers of the Katipunan, The KKK Flag and the membership rites of the Katipuneros.
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| The beautiful Gen. Emilio F. Aguinaldo Mural Shrine |
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| A group picture with the Mural Shrine |
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| Solo photo with the Mural Shrine |
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| Our tour guide discussing some history about the Shrine |
Hiking Trail
The Biak-na-Bato hike is not very tough but it’s fun. A series of descending and ascending trails will lead you to thick forests, rivers and caves of different sizes.
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| A mix of descending and ascending trails |
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| Biak na Bato hiking trail |
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| Having a rest in one of the caves along the trail |
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