aEMY'S WANDERLUST
"the gladdest moment in human life is the departure to unknown lands"
23/5/2015 0 Comments Lake PandinPandin Lake – is one of the Seven Lakes of San Pablo City in the province of Laguna. Second from Sampaloc Lake being the most popular among the seven, just next to it is Yambo Lake. Pandin and Yambo are twin crater lakes separated by a narrow strip of land. It is said to be the cleanest among the Seven Lakes. My trip in Pandin Lake was really unplanned and even on the day itself, I was a bit reluctant whether I'll go or not. But since I've got nothing to do that Sunday, I have decided to push it through - "nothing to loose" as I always say. It will take about 10-15 minutes walk in an unpaved road from where I parked my car. Yes, It’s seems a short trek to think but being under the heat of the sun seems eternity. While walking and enjoying the nature at the same time, I had the chance to see a buriko (a long mane with a long tail) which we rarely see not only in the city but nowadays You will know that you are almost near the lake if you see a lantern type of a welcome signage. The locals are very friendly that you even feel you are secure even if you go there alone. From the welcome signage and the billboard of rules and regulations, it took me another 5 minute walk until I reach the lake. Included on the said trip would be eating in the balsa; unfortunately, because it was Sunday, there was no one available to cook for me. So for the sake of not wasting time, I requested for a bangkera to take me to the pathway going up to the Yambu Lake. Ate Tina, the bangkera, was so accommodating that I didn't feel nervous being her lone passenger in the balsa during that day. While rowing, she tells stories about her family and her newly graduated son who is finding a job in Manila, and she, being a bangkera was able to send her kids in school. The trail leading to Yambu lake is very steep but it was such a rewarding experience seeing a breathtaking view on another side of the hill. I'd like to go back here again if time permits. This is definitely one place adventurous souls have to visit at least once in their lives. HOW TO GET THERE:
San Pablo City is around three hours drive from Alabang. Once you see the San Pablo Cathedral, take the road on its left side (if you are facing the church) going towards the towns of Rizal, Nagcarlan, and Liliw, Laguna. In about 10-15 minutes, you'll see a big sign (with Governor Fernandez' face) on the left welcoming visitors to Pandin Lake. Park on the vacant lot and ask the locals for directions. There are some locals who offer themselves as guides. Just up to you whether you would like to discover the place yourself but believe me, residents are very friendly - all you have to do is just to ask. :)
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AuthorRoamer. Wanderer. Explorer. Risk Taker. Nature Lover. Adventurer. Solo Tripper. CategoriesAll Baguio Batangas Benguet Bicol Bolinao Bulacan Cagayan Cavite Cebu Ilocos Norte Ilocos Sur Laguna Las Piñas City La Union Makati Mindoro Pangasinan Paoay Rizal Sagada Archives
October 2017
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