Baguio City
Situated in Northern Luzon is the vibrant city and hill station of Baguio. Named as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, the mild and cool climate of Baguio is due to the city’s elevation which is nearly 4,810 feet above sea level. People around the world flock to spend summer in the city to enjoy its fresh air, laid-back atmosphere, and scenic beauty.
Camp John Hay in Baguio City, the city of pines.
Shopping areas include SM Baguio, as well as Robinsons and Puregold supermarkets. Locals and tourists also flock to the famous Baguio City Public Market where one can find the freshest produce sold at really low prices. If you go shopping at Harrison Road, you can see the characteristic ukay-ukay stalls. The city is culturally rich and is teeming with natives and local artists, making it an ideal location for a genuine cultural immersion.
There are also plenty of dining options to choose from, such as Flying Gecko Restaurant, Forest House Bistro, Barrio Fiesta, and PSD foods. Baguio’s healthcare sector is dominated by private hospitals such as Notre Dame de Chartres, Hospital of Sacred Heart, Filipino-Chinese General Hospital, and so on. Educational institutions and universities are also present in the city such as the Philippine Military Academy, Saint Louis University, and Baguio Central University.