Man-made Wonders of the Philippines

I always wonder of such beauty that's so unique, striking and remarkable that my beloved country Philippines possess. I searched the 7,107 islands of the archipelago and identified them in no specific order.

Here is my personal list of the man-made wonders here in the Philippines that I am proud of.

San Juanico Bridge


I've known this landmark since my elementary days and it has been considered as one of the most beautifully-designed bridges in the Philippines connecting the islands of Samar and Leyte. One more thing that amaze me is that, is also listed as one of the longest bridges in the world.

Bangui Windmill


I have never imagined we could have such a huge structure like this, not until I visited Bangui, Ilocos Norte. This windfarm aligns 20 turbines along the shorelines of Bangui Bay and its Philippines' first and considered the biggest in Southeast Asia.

Mall of Asia


The biggest mall known in the country makes a record as the 3rd largest mall in Asia.

Paoay Church and the Baroque Churces


There are four Spanish-era churches that was designated as Baroque Churches and inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage List. Paoay Church is the most imposed buttresses among San Agustin Church in Manila, Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur and Sto. Tomas de Villanueva Church in Miag-ao, Iloilo.

And last but definitely not the least is, Banaue Rice Terraces


As we also know as Hagdan-hagdang Palayan ng Banawe and refer as the 8th Wonder of the World was carved about a thousand years ago by our ancestors over six Cordillera provinces namely Kalinga, Apayao, Benguet, Mountain Province and Ifugao. Undeniably a treasure we need to preserve because aside from it is listed as a world heritage site it is also included on the List of World Heritage in Danger.

What else do you think of?

The New Nature Wonders of the World

Here is the list of the New Nature Wonders of the World. Be amazed to this newly inscribed World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Central Highlands of Sri Lanka

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site comprises the Peak Wilderness Protected Area, the Horton Plains National Park and the Knuckles Conservation Forest. Peak Wilderness encompasses the Adam's Peak shown in picture.

China Danxia


Is the name called to the unique type of land formation of red sandstone and characterised by steep cliffs found in six areas in China namely, Mount Langshan and Mount Wanfoshan, Mount Danxia, Taining and Mount Guanzhou, Mount Longhu and Guifeng, Mount Chishui, Fangyan and Mount Jianglang.

Phoenix Islands Protected Area in Kiribati

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Is the largest marine protected area known to man. An effort of the Kiribati government to conserve marine life - the whole ecosystem and all of its interconnected elements.

Pitons, cirques and remparts of Reunion Island


A striking landscape made up of two volcanic massifs located in a French Island called Reunion.

Putorana Plateau of France


Inscribed as a "complete set of subarctic and arctic ecosystems in an isolated mountain range, including pristine taiga, forest tundra, tundra and arctic desert systems, as well as untouched cold-water lake and river systems."

Check out http://whc.unesco.org/en/newproperties website for more of the wonders of the world.

Abu Dhabi's Ferrari Themed Park

Once again, Abu Dhabi has wowwed me as they welcome thousands of guests to what is said as the world’s largest indoor theme park.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi houses about 20 attractions including Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster. Yas Island's theme park is open from 12:00 to 22:00 during Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 12:00 – 00:00 during Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Be the first to experience the thrill and excitement of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, visit your ferrari at Ferrari World.

On this same year, a record has been claimed by the Capital Gate building also in Abu Dhabi as the World’s Furthest Leaning Manmade Tower’ by Guinness World Records, an honor that was Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Truly, Abu Dhabi sets off to an ambitious development to modernize and diversify its economy.

Enchanted Kingdom New EKstreme Tower Ride

EK's EKstreme Tower Ride is another Philippines’ first, towering 150 feet into the sky and manufactured to the highest safety standards in the United States. This ride will surely bring an adrenaline rush to all those brave souls who dare take the plunge.

Truly the magic lives on.. only at Enchanted Kingdom!!!

Pinoy Travel Buddy starts its Journey

After all the busy-ness and a hard day's work, isn't it nice to treat yourself once in awhile enjoying the beauty around and giving out the best of you in your leisure time.

Well, I've always wanted to go out there.. somewhere I could find solace, relaxation and definitely -- fun and excitement.

I really admire the beauty of nature. I love the beach, the friendly people and the adventure it gets. Not my experties yet but I want to capture those moments and keep them all here.

So, Welcome aboard, Pinoy Travel Buddies !!! :) Come one, come all !!!