Located in the town of Pakil, the eastern portion of Laguna lies Mt. Pingas which is situated in the ranges of Sierra Madre mountain. The peak is about 1650 ft. above sea level with an ascent of about 1100 ft. from the jump off point with several 45 degrees slope that passes through a cemented road and shady path. After a 900 ft. ascent through a pavement road, one will reach the arc that leads to the site of Mt. Pingas' Holy Cross which consists of 250 steps.
Upon reaching the viewing deck, one will be rewarded with clear view of Mt Tagapo, Jala Jala Penisunsla, Mt Sembrano, Laguna de Bay, the sprawling rural community of Pakil and the broad rice fields. The landscape is fascinating, indeed a panoramic beauty and grandeur.
To explain the history more, they have placed plaques made of marble, with the story engraved on it. I've rephrase what the inscription states:
"During the Spanish period around 1671, a Franciscan priest took a vow as a penitent to climb a mountain carrying a wooden cross. Upon his death, the people of Pakil, out of greath respect, put up a wooden cross in this mountain. In the belief that it cures ailments especially asthma, townsfolks cut out (Pingas) small portions of the cross to use as medicine, thus the place then came to be known as Mt Pingas."
How to Get There:
1. Ride a bus bound for Sta. Cruz (Laguna), alight at Pagsawitan.
2. Then ride a jeepney bound for Siniloan, tell the driver to drop you off at Mt. Pingas' jump off which is in the town of Pakil.
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