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From the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol to the famous Banaue Rice Terraces in Benguet, the Philippines is truly blessed with the richness of its lands. Natural formation of rocks, soil, and dirt that come in different sizes and shapes, landforms, or anyong lupa in Tagalog, hit the bucket lists of most tourists in the country.
See the fact file below for more information on the Philippine Landformsor alternatively, you can download our 25-page Philippine Landforms worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or home environment.
Key Facts & Information
MOUNTAIN
- Known as bundok in Tagalog, a mountain is a landform that rises above the surrounding land in a limited area, creating a peak.
- Generally steeper than a hill, mountains are formed through the slow but gigantic movements of tectonic plates or volcanism.
- Mountains erode slowly through rivers, weather conditions, and glaciers.
- Some mountains are isolated summits, but most of these landforms are in huge mountain ranges.
- Mt. Apo. Located between the provinces of North Cotabato and Davao, Mt. Apo is the Philippines’ highest peak at 2,954 meters. This mountain displays terrain covered with moss and cultivated by substantial amounts of rainwater that flows from the Agco River.
- Mt. Kabunian. Found in the northern Philippines, Mt. Kabunian gives a distinct hiking adventure, on top of the majestic views that await the mountaineers who climb its peak. Considered a holy ground, this mountain has a number of hanging wooden coffins that can be seen on the side of the steep walls up to its highest point.
- Mt. Pico de Loro. ‘Parrot’s beak’ is among the highly suggested summits to climb as its trail, which is only five kilometers long, is not as hard as the other mountains. Pico de Loro’s peak gives an amazing view of the mountainous terrain, aside from serving a panoramic perspective of the nearby province of Batangas, the historic island of Corregidor, and the West Philippine Sea and even Manila Bay. A monolith, or a single natural rock formation that forms an obelisk or a column that stands at least 60 meters tall, can also be seen in its summit.
- Mt. Pulag. Another must-visit mountain in the northern Philippines, even for those who are not into hiking or mountain climbing, is Mt. Pulag. This mountain serves a unique experience of literally walking in a sea of clouds, though this feature strongly depends on the weather and a pinch of luck.
- Mt. Batulao. A mountain near Metro Manila, Mt. Batulao is also among the easier summits to climb because of its moderate slopes. Serving awesome views of the provinces of Cavite and Batangas, Mt. Batulao is the perfect mountain for hiking and mountain climbing newbies as it only needs an average level of skill and stamina.
MOUNTAIN RANGES
- A mountain range or bulubundukin is a chain of mountains or hills close together and connected by high ground.
- The country is blessed with many mountain ranges which act as natural barriers against typhoons and allow some indigenous communities to preserve their culture and traditions.
- The Ifugao tribe of Northern Luzon are surrounded by the Cordilleras and the Caraballo, protecting them from outside influences and interference.
- The Sierra Madre, which stretches from Cagayan to Quezon, is located at the northeast portion of Luzon. It runs parallel to the Cordillera in the Ilocos.
VOLCANO
- Called a bulkan in Tagalog, a volcano is a rupture of the Earth, letting hot lava, volcanic ash, and gases escape from a magma chamber below the planetary-mass’ surface.
- Volcanoes are commonly found in areas where there are movements of tectonic plates, and in rare cases, underwater.
- Though living a few kilometers close to a volcano might sound scary, these landforms are actually among the most majestic natural spectacles worldwide, displaying unique profiles and supporting life around them. Dormant volcanoes are a good place to appreciate nature and enjoy trekking and photography.
- Mayon Volcano. Standing 8,081 feet high, Mayon Volcano is surrounded by three cities in Albay, which is 11 hours away from the metro if you travel by car. Known for its perfect conical shape, this volcano has 51 recorded eruptions, with the most violent occurrence in February 1814.
- Taal Volcano. Found in Batangas, Taal is among the most intriguing volcanoes in the country. As a caldera type, it is among the deadliest. Observing its geography, Taal is a volcano island inside Taal Lake which is enclosed by Taal Caldera, 25 kilometers in diameter.
- Mount Kanlaon. Located in Negros Oriental, Mount Kanlaon is the third most active volcano in the country, with a total of 30 eruptions which are mostly phreatic and mild, characterized mainly by ashfalls.
- Mount Bulusan. Another active volcano in the Bicol Region, Mount Bulusan is located in Sorsogon province. Its worst eruption was in 1918 and ended in 1822. Despite its phreatic eruptions, this volcano has gifted its surrounding towns with a number of hot springs that both locals and tourists enjoy.
- Mount Pinatubo. Found within the boundaries of Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales, Mount Pinatubo has only two recorded eruptions, with the most historic and destructive in 1991, causing hundreds of casualties and thousands affected. Now, this volcano serves locals and tourists with a peaceful scenery and a number of activities such as trekking, camping, volcanic mud spa, and more.
PLAIN
- Known as a kapatagan in Tagalog, a plain is a broad area of flat sweeping landmass that does not change in elevation.
- It can be seen on lowlands along valleys or on the doorsteps of mountains, as coastal plains, and as plateaus or uplands.
- This landform is essential for agriculture and supports grasslands for livestock.
- The largest in the Philippines, Central Luzon is also referred to as the ‘central plains’ of the island, famous for being the traditional rice granary of the country. This houses the provinces of Aurora, Bataan Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales.
HILL
- Called a burol in Tagalog, a hill is a landmass that extends above the surrounding terrain but is generally less tall and less steep than a mountain.
- Chocolate Hills. A popular tourist attraction in Bohol, the Chocolate Hills, despite its name, is covered in green grass that turns brown during the dry season. There are at least 1,260 hills scattered in the province. These rolling terrain of haycock-shaped hills are featured in the provincial flag and symbolize the abundance of natural attractions in Bohol.
- Ligñon Hill. A prominent landmass in Legazpi, Albay, Ligñon Hill is a prehistoric cinder cone close to the foot of Mayon, mostly made of dolerite and basaltic volcanic rocks.
- Manduyog Hill. Located in Aklan, Manduyog Hill is a holy sanctuary that stands at the eastern portion of the Aklan State University.
PLATEAU
- A flat stretch of land on top of a mountain, a plateau or talampas often has deep hills on one or more sides. This high plain or tableland can be formed through upwelling of volcanic magma, extrusion of lava, and erosion by water and glaciers.
- A plateau works best for tending animals due to its cool temperature, and is ideal for plants that do not require much water.
- Larger than the island of Luzon and part of the country’s continental shelf, the Benham Rise is a 13-million hectare underwater plateau in Aurora.
- Plateaus around the Philippines are found in the Mountain Province, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao in Luzon, and in Bukidnon and Lanao del Norte in Mindanao.
VALLEY
- Suitable for planting crops, a valley or lambak is a flat stretch of landmass in between two mountains.
- Cagayan Valley in Region II is the country’s second largest administrative region by land area, composed of five provinces: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, and Quirino.
- Other valleys in the country are found in the provinces of Baguio, Cotabato, Agusan, Aklan, Antique, and Zamboanga.
ISLAND
- An island or isla is a landmass, either flat or mountainous, surrounded by water.
- An archipelago is a group of islands. A great example of this is the Philippines itself, composed of three big groups of islands, namely Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
- There are ten biggest islands in the country: Luzon, Mindanao, Samar, Negros, Palawan, Panay, Mindoro, Leyte, Cebu, and Bohol.
Philippine Landforms Worksheets
This is a fantastic bundle which includes everything you need to know about the Philippine Landforms across 25 in-depth pages. These are ready-to-use Philippine Landforms worksheets that are perfect for teaching students about the Philippine Landforms. From the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol to the famous Banaue Rice Terraces in Benguet, the Philippines is truly blessed with the richness of its lands. Natural formation of rocks, soil, and dirt that come in different sizes and shapes, landforms, or anyong lupa in Tagalog, hit the bucket lists of most tourists in the country.
Complete List Of Included Worksheets
- Philippine Landforms Facts
- What Landform?
- Classify That Landform
- Moving Mountains
- Volcano Quiz
- Name That Spot
- Caves in the Country
- Take Me There
- Landforms in My Area
- Lovely Landforms
- Land Edition
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