Banaue Rice Terraces
Ancient amphitheatre-like terraces often called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World,' best seen from the roadside viewpoints.
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Luzon
Banaue
Ifugao · Philippines
Home to the 2,000-year-old rice terraces carved into the Cordillera mountains by the Ifugao, one of the country's most iconic landscapes.
Places to visit
Batad Rice Terraces
Batad, near Banaue
A UNESCO-listed cluster of terraces forming a natural amphitheatre, reached by a trek from the road junction.
Tappiya Falls
Batad
A tall waterfall and plunge pool at the far side of the Batad terraces, a rewarding hike beyond the village.
Bangaan Rice Terraces
A compact, postcard-perfect village sitting amid terraces, another of the UNESCO-inscribed clusters.
Local tips
Guides and viewpoints
Local guides are required for the terrace treks; the Banaue viewpoint is roadside, but Batad requires a hike.
Best light
Terraces are greenest around the mid-year growing season and golden near harvest; mornings offer the clearest mountain views.