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Tagaytay City, Cavite, Philippines
Located on top of the Tagaytay Ridge lies Tagaytay City in the Province of Cavite. The city proved to be one of the Philippines' major tourist destinations.
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Situated at a height of about 2,110 feet above sea level, Tagaytay City provides a scenic view of Taal Volcano at the near-center of Taal Lake in Batangas.
The city is accessible from various points around Cavite and is only 60 kilometers away from Metropolitan Manila. Many tourists prefer Tagaytay City as their travel destination because of its cool climate brought about by its high altitude. Tagaytay City is considered to be the Philippines' second summer capital after Baguio City.
Complementing its scenic surroundings are winding roads which offer a spectacular view of the expanse below at ground level. There are various places to go and see; most of which are equally resplendent and beautiful.
Tagaytay City Tourist Destinations
-Tagaytay Highlands-
It is both a recreational and residential complex within the city which ooffers various services like fine dining, relaxation centers with world-class facilities and a golf course, which make travelling here a peaceful yet luxurious one.
-Tagaytay Picnic Grove-
The grove features picnic huts lining along the inclines of the Tagaytay Ridge. Located in Barangay Sungay East, it is a perfect spot to bring your family for an afternoon picnic and feel the cool and relaxing atmosphere.
-41st Division USAFFE Marker-
Serving as a sanctuary for guerillas during World War II, the forests of Tagaytay provided protection also to American paratroopers as they fought their way toward the city of Manila. Located in Kaybagal South, Tagaytay City, the USAFFE Marker provides an abundant amount of history of the city's past during the Japanese occupation.
-People's Park in the Sky-
Located within the boundaries of Dapdap West and Dapdap East, this destination is composed of natural and beautiful man-made attractions. It is perched on the highest point of the city and provieds a great vew of Taal Lake, Laguna de Bay, Manila Bay, and Balayan Bay.
-Filipino-Japanese Friendship Garden-
Made to celebrate the importance of freedom and internation unity, this garden has an area of about 1,200 square meters and is located in Sunay East, Tagaytay City.