The Philippines are one of the most visited places by tourists in Asia. Every year tourists flock to the Philippines not only because of the wonderful places but also because of its very rich culture that it boasts to the world. The Philippines is known for its various yearly traditional events of fiestas and other special celebrations that mirror the beliefs and culture of the Filipinos. With all these special celebrations to boast to tourists plus the people being popular for their hospitality to guests, there is no wonder that countless tourists visit the Philippines every year.

Why should you visit the Philippines?

The Philippines boasts of its rich natural resources and beautiful sceneries.

Here are lists of beautiful spots that tourists could visit and enjoy.

1. Banaue Rice Terraces- This beautifully carved rice terraces on the mountain is one of the wonders of the world that attracts tourists from all over the world. The uniqueness of the creation plus the fact that this was built thousands of years ago with only the crude tools and bare hands of the Ifugaos make it just as wonderful as it looks.

2. Mayon Volcano- Somewhere near the Pacific Ocean is a volcano known worldwide for its awesome cone-shaped peak. This volcano boasts of its perfect cone and the rich coconut plantation below it.

3. Chocolate Hills - The perfect time to visit this place is during summer when the color of the hills reflects the given name. During summer, the grasses turn brown, thus making the hills look like chocolates.

4. Boracay Island- For years, Boracay has been receiving a large number of tourists. This lovely island is called "Paradise Island" by tourists because of its white sand and clear beaches. People love this place because of the great beaches that it offers to guests.

5. Taal Volcano - This is one of the smallest volcanoes in the world. It is a volcano within a volcano located at the middle of a lake. Aside from the volcano, the place around is lovely which attracts the tourists to stay and view the whole panoramic scene.

6. Pagsanjan Falls - This waterfall attracts tourists because of its rapids that is very suitable for boating.

There are lots of special celebrations for guests to enjoy and have fun. Watching these events could give you a unique experience which could make a difference in your life.

Here are some especial celebrations to watch and enjoy. Remember, these celebrations are only witnessed in the Philippines.

1. Baguio's Panagbenga - Baguio is the Summer Capital of the Philippines because it is the coldest place in the country where people could enjoy the cold weather during summer when all the other places are too hot to endure. "Panagbenga" means, the season to bear flowers or fruits. Thus, on February, flowers of all kinds are being paraded around the city to mark the season of flowering.

2. Holy Week Celebration in Pampanga - The tradition of Holy Week could be a unique experience for people who want to witness a true to life nailing of people on a cross. People who have weak heart cannot watch this scene because men are really nailed to the cross.

3. Moriones Festival in Marinduque - This is a celebration during the Holy Week to remember the life of Longinus, the Roman who became blind.

4. Ati-Atihan of Aklan - Aklan boasts of its celebration on the 3rd week of January to honor one of its very important saints, Sto. Nio.

There are lots of celebrations in the Philippines to watch. Visitors could seek help from authorized people to assure of a successful visit to the Philippines.

The lists above could make your visit to the Philippines something to remember.

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