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Spelunking Tuba

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Sagada of Mt. Province has been a famous destination for spelunking activities because of its abundant attractions like caves, falls, terraces, etc. But Benguet has its own share of diverse destinations with unique features. One is Ansagan, Tuba which is about two to three hours away from Baguio on a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. There are two routes to Ansagan, one is via Philex mines passing through a rugged mountain terrain and open pit mine. The road gives you a beautiful view of the Mountainous Tuba, Itogon and the lowland Pangasinan and La Union. Another route is via Binalonan, Pangasinan. It's a longer ride that takes an hour drive down Kennon road to Binalonan. Then another 2 hours drive back to the Mountains traversing rivers and uphill rugged country road. If my count was right, you will be crossing the same river 16 times. The second route showcases life in the river with no bridges that a few days' rain will increase the water level making it impassable f...