Ifugao is a mountainous province with lush forests, flowing rivers, cliffside roads and rice terraces, one of which is found in Banaue. This is the famous 8th wonder of world. From the Banaue Viewpoint (where the former Ms. Universe Dayanara Torres posed for a shot) and NFA Viewpoint (where the picture in the Php1000 bill was taken from), you will see different angles of the majestic Banaue Rice Terraces. If lucky, you will also witness how the Ifugaos plants or harvests their produce. Your tour guide may relay to you that due to the awarding of the Cordillera Administrative Region to the locals, houses have built along the terraces. This has caused a slow deterioration of terraces. However the forests atop the mountains are still intact to serve as watersheds for the rice paddies. The ingenuity of the Ifugaos materializes here… how were they able to avoid flooding in one paddy and distribute water equally to all paddies without the modern irrigation machineries.

Some of the original huts where native Ifugaos live are still preserved. A visit to the Banaue Museum gives you a peek thru the cultural beliefs and practices of the old local folks. Don’t miss out on the cultural show presented by the locals, which showcases Ifugao rituals, songs and dances.

Cheap souvenirs are sold at the Banaue Viewpoint. However, there are also souvenir shops at the town proper which give discounts if you know how to negotiate. There is also a hanging bridge near the town where you can test your wits as you walk with the swaying movement of the bridge with the rushing river down below you. Fresh fruits and vegetables are sold at the nearby market.

The Banaue Hotel, is the only hotel here. However, there are several inns which offers basic rooms with private baths. These inns also have restaurants and souvenir shops for the convenience of the tourists.