ABW March 2024

TALISAY
and only a small portion of the volcano sits above the
water. Hence, it has been classified as a complex volcano
system by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and
Seismology (PHIVOLCS). Before the recent eruption of
Taal Volcano, various activities, such as boating, trekking,
and horseback riding, can be done on the island. However,
with the recent volcanic activities observed by PHIVOLCS,
it would be better to view the volcano and lake from a
distance and on safer ground.
Taal Lake and Volcano are visible at different locations along
the Emilio Aguinaldo Highway. Hence, it would be easy to
find a spot for your sight-seeing activity. Certain tourist
spots offer exquisite views of the lake and volcano, including
the Picnic Grove and Sky Ranch. If you want a better view
of the volcano
from higher
There has been a total of
34 Taal Volcano eruptions
recorded within over 400
years. And the latest
eruption happened on
January 12, 2020.
ground, then
the location
to be at is in
People’s Park
in the Sky as
it is located on
top of Mount
Sungay, which
has the highest
point in Cavite.
It would be better to first check the advisories on Tagaytay
activities before planning a trip to the city as Taal Volcano
is active.
There has been a total of 34 Taal Volcano eruptions recorded
within over 400 years. And the latest eruption happened on
January 12, 2020. It affected not only Batangas but also
neighboring towns and provinces, including Metro Manila.
The last major eruption was on January 12th 2020. Causing
widespread damage to the immediate area and surrounding
places. An estimated 600 million pesos to coffee, rice, corn,
banana, and cacao crops.
Aftermath of the eruption
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