Tombol Hill | |
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Tombol Hill, with the Risen Christ statue on top, is an iconic landmark in Rosario, Batangas. | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 219 m (719 ft) |
Coordinates | 13°50′56″N 121°12′24″E / 13.8489°N 121.2067°E / 13.8489; 121.2067 |
Geography | |
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Climbing | |
Easiest route | Trail from the southern approach |
Location
Tombol Hill is located in the Province of Batangas, within the Calabarzon region of the Philippines, approximately 90 km south of Manila.
Geography
The hill is an inactive volcano that has an elevation of 219 meters above sea level, with a height of 64 meters above the surrounding terrain. It spans approximately 0.55 km at its base. The area is mostly agricultural land with a tropical climate.
Hiking
Trails
The easiest route up Tombol Hill is a southern trail. The hill offers moderate hiking terrain with views of the surrounding agricultural landscape.
Access
Tombol Hill is accessible via road from nearby towns in Batangas, with parking available near the trailhead.
Gallery
- Risen Christ statue atop the Tombol Hill
- The Grotto at the Foot of Tombol Hill
- View of Rosario from Tombol Hill
- View of Rosario from Tombol Hill at night
References
- "Rosario, Batangas Tourism Website". rosariobatangastourism.online. Retrieved 12 November 2024.
- "GeoNames.org". www.geonames.org. Retrieved 2024-10-19.
- "Extinct Volcanic Hills in Batangas Province - Batangas History, Culture and Folklore". www.batangashistory.date. Retrieved 2024-10-19.
- "Tombol Hill hill, Calabarzon, Philippines". ph.geoview.info. Retrieved 2024-10-19.
- ^ "Comprehensive Land Use Plan of the Municipality of Rosario, Batangas: 2016-2030". Course Hero. Retrieved 2024-10-19.