Cari amici oggi voglio parlarvi del picco Osmeña Peak, lungo le coste di Badain dell’isola di Cebu ed è il gemello delle Chocolate Hills di Bohol. E’ uno dei posti più belli della terra con una vista spettacolare. Dall’alto potete ammirare montagne erbose avvolte dal vento. Un paesaggio magico!
Osmeña Peak is the highest mountain in Cebu and named after the native Osmeña clan one of the oldest and most established political dynasties in the Philippines. Osmeña Peak is standing at 1,013m above sea level in Mantalongon, Dalaguete, Cebu City. The peak is one of many craggy hills that make up the Mantalongon mountain range. This group of mostly unnamed peaks stretches as far as the municipality of Badian, and is considered a twin to Bohol’s Chocolate Hills.
There are three hiking trails going to the peak, you can begin in Badian, passing by Kawasan Falls, another one in the town of Dumajug, which commences in Brgy. Liong and the easiest and most popular trail is in Dalaguete. The other two trail require a multi-day hike, the Dalaguete trail can be covered in half a day. Hikers can start trekking from the Mantalongon Public Market and it’s a two-hour trek to reach the summit. Hikers should register and pay the environmental fee before going to the peak. All three trails are open all year round, but hikers are advised to visit during the summer months, as the trails can get muddy and slippery.
The peak is also the perfect place for stargazing if you’re camping overnight. On a clear night, the sky is mottled with stars, with the swirling Milky Way visible just before dawn and you might also be greeted by a sea of fluffy cirrocumulus clouds in the morning. Take note also that mobile reception is intermittent on the peak, but ensure that your phones and cameras are fully charged for your photo taking needs.
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