The Mansion: Baguio City, Benguet

The Mansion is an easy access to every visitors who visits the City of Baguio. It is located along the Leonard Wood Road and right across the Wright Park. The Mansion is just a pit stop before strolling to Wright Park. Strict security level is being practiced in the area. Visitors are not allowed to enter inside The Mansion only taking pics right after the main entrance can be done. :)

The Main Entrance

Constructed at the instance of William Cameron Forbes following the design of William E. Parsons, as part of the Burnham Plan for Baguio, 1908, inspired by the city beautiful movement. Venue of the special session of the Second Philippine Legislature, 1910. Destroyed during the war, 1945. Rehabilitated, 1947. Venue of the U.N. Economic Commission of Asia and the Far East (ECAFE), 1947. The U.N Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), 1948; and the First Meeting of the Southeast Asian Union (SEAU) known as the Baguio Conference of 1950. Summer residence of American Governors-General, 1908-1935 and later of Philippine Presidents from Manuel L. Quezon to the present. 

Mines View Park: Baguio City, Benguet

After having boat experience at the Burnham Park, we headed to Mines View Park. There is no doubt that this is one of the most favorite and visited places in Baguio City. It is a place wherein a panoramic view of Benguet's gold and copper mines can be seen. It is a spectacular site that should not be missed when visiting Baguio City. 

Chilling with the Dog, I forgot his name!

Php 10.00 per pic! LOL

You can enjoy the Mines View Park also by taking some pics with the animals there. Just be wise enough to ask how much. LOL. My cousin's wife got an unforgettable experience with the above pic. They charge every shot with Php 10.00!!! I as well enjoyed dressing like an Igorot... see the pics below. :)

Playing with my cousin and his wife.

Chilling with the local kids in the city.

At the entrance to the park you can find stall which sells plants, shirts, wood carvings among others. There is also canteen wherein you can enjoy local dishes. So there's nothing to worry if you got your stomach empty when visiting the park. 

Burnham Park: Baguio City, Benguet

Going to Burnham Park is a must included in one's itinerary if visiting Baguio City for the first time. It has been a great opportunity to accompany my cousin and his wife during their first visit to the city. I made sure they will have a boat ride on this man-made lake. It has a lot of fun doing some paddling sessions with them. 

TRIVIA: Burnham Park was named after the city's planner, Daniel Burnham. This park is a favorite place for local residents and tourists. There's a lot of recreational and relaxation activities that can be done on the park. Just visit this place once you visit the city and definitely you'll enjoy here! 

Me and Ate Cathy: enjoying the ride!