Part 9 of a series.
DAY 2.
Even on empty stomachs, we headed to Lignon Hill. Lignon (pronounced as lin-yon) Hill is one of the best vantage points, if not the best, for viewing the Mayon Volcano and Legazpi City. Supposedly, one can get to the summit of the hill by car but we weren’t aware that the road to the summit is closed from 5am-9am to make way for the local joggers and adventurous people who want to walk all the way up the hill. We arrived at the vicinity at 7:30am but we couldn’t wait an hour and a half more or else the clear view of the volcano could be covered by clouds already.
So, we parked our car at the foot of the hill, and then started the trek.
My family and our househelp are all geared up for the tough climb.
After a few meters of walking, the airport runway and some parts of Legazpi City can already be seen.
My brother Uriel (with the red cap) is not showing indications of giving up.
Peek-a-Boo! Mayon plays hide and seek halfway up the hill
The Yawa River (which connects to the Albay Gulf) and the Airport runway
The long, steep and winding road to the top. Just a few steps more, we can do it!
We made it! We’ve reached the top at 7:47am, 17 minutes since walking from the foot of the hill. Phew!
The Mayon Volcano in her full, naked glory. No obstructions, just 100% pure & natural beauty. Locals say that, according to folklore, only those who are “virgins” and those who have the purest of intentions can view the volcano in her full glory. Wow!
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Thank you, Daragang Mayon, for revealing your whole self to us. ‘Til next time!
(…to be continued)
From larry solatorio superio:
nice shots of mayon volcano.