All posts filed under: Ancient Wonders

April’s Full Pink Moon 2024

April’s Full Pink Moon 2024 is said to symbolize a period of new growth and rebirth.

Ha Long’s Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Cave)

Legend has it that the Thien Cung cave was the ancient residence of the Dragon King and his beautiful bride, May. Their spectacular wedding was once attended by gods, fairies, genies and dragons, many of whose images depict the stalactites and stalagmites that fill the huge cavern like an impressive mural of an ancient lavish banquet.

Prestigious Pagcor Photo Contest 2023 anticipates thousands of entries

After six years of hiatus, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is reviving its nationwide photography contest for amateur and professional photographers – but this time, with bigger prizes at stake.

Sunset inspiration

I was in the right place at the right moment the sun gave its dramatic exit behind the shoulder of Mount Apo, our country’s tallest and most majestic mountain, its crater illuminating a golden burst of halo.

Lake Sebu at sunrise

“A lake is a landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature.” – Henry David Thoreau Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato © Jojie Alcantara At a cool elevation of 1000m above sea level, Lake Sebu is a dream destination for photographers and artists. When you are looking for serenity, solitude and peace of mind, this location is a good choice to recharge an aching, wandering soul. Come visit the Philippines. Explore Mindanao.

Healing Spot

“Nature provides great stress relief by enabling us to remove ourselves from the things that cause us stress in the first place. So if you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, visit a forest and focus your senses of sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch on our natural surroundings.” -author unknown