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It's been a while (9 days to be exact) since I had my last blog but it felt like a long month.😟 I know I missed a lot, there were just so many meticulous tasks I need to accomplish and finished on time, a deadline I need to beat in the physical world. It was two weeks of bombarded paperwork in preparation for our Evaluation for the upcoming End of the School Year.
It was a stressful week and I felt the need to take a break and breathe. And I couldn't find any other best way to loosen up and destress than indulging myself in nature.
So on a Saturday, I and hubby went out in search of a nature spot where I could relax, unwind and forget the busy weekdays. The town of Carmen came to our mind (for the nth time). This town's nature and landscape are so alluring that it made me always come back. And every time I come here, I always discover a new paradise in the town that always left me in awe.
So today's blog, I am bringing you with me to one of the beautiful sites of Carmen which will surely make one feel better, rejuvenated, and enchanted - the back-to-back Charm of Middle Earth Pool and Mangitngit Falls!
Two Charming Beauties: Middle Earth Pool and Mangitngit Falls
The town of Carmen is famous for its abundance of natural water resources like springs, waterfalls, and rivers, especially in its faraway and mountainous barangays and one of those is the refreshing Middle Earth Pool (favorite of many) and the enchanting Mangitngit Falls.
And like most of the pools in the town, Middle Earth Pool also is a pool of cold and fresh emerald-green water coming from Mangitngit Falls which also comes from the natural springs and the mountains of Carmen. It is a series of beauties one will surely fall in love with.
Lezz go Taraaaa!
As soon as we arrived at the place, the first thing we saw was the parking area jammed with motorbikes and four-wheeled vehicles. Though this gave us a clue that the place was packed with crowds at that time of our visit, nonetheless this made us more curious to explore and see the beauty of this place in our own eyes.
The view of the ornamental plants and the lush trees was what welcomed us and just a few steps away from the entrance, I could already see the sparkling green pool from above. All I heard at that time was the vibration of the trees and the laughter of the kids and adults enjoying their swimming which was like music to my ears. It gave me a refreshing positive type of vibe slowly recharging my senses.🍃
Dazzling fresh pool.
I roamed around to see more of its beauty and was amazed at how the owners established these pools which now cater to hundreds of guests almost every day. The pool is not just one and tiny but it is composed of two pools which vary in size and depth.
There is a pool good for kids and families that is situated in the upper part of the resort, while there is also a big one good for adults and a group of friends situated below.
Kiosk, cottages, and other amenities
One of the spots I like to stay at the resort is their open Kiosk that has an overlooking view of the pools. If one only wants to sit, relax and enjoy watching the pool and the people while feeling the refreshing atmosphere of the place then this spot is best to standby.
They also have cottages and tables for rent in both day-used and overnight stays. I also saw some rabbits and fish in the ponds. I wonder what are they for? Are they for display purposes or does the establishment serve these to their guests?
I stayed and linger on the simple beauty of this nature. Ah, How I wish to have more days of this experience.
Glorious Mangitngit Falls: You can see but you can't touch!
The pools were already stunning and wonderful, but the highlight of this travel and visit was to have a glimpse of the glorious Mangitngit Falls which means "Dark" in our dialect. But how could such glory be dark?
Before I got to see the whole view, we passed first to the stairs made of stones. I thought we could get down and see the full view of the waterfall but instead, the stairs led us to a small veranda where we could have our sightseeing.
Mangitngit Falls was once closed because of some incidents that happened in the past but just recently it was open to the public again but this time it's for viewing only. But I think the main reason why it's called Mangitngit or Dark is because the waterfall is surrounded by 90 degrees slope of the hills making it hard to go down and enjoy the waterfall.
Aside from that it is almost covered with trees which made the surroundings darker. But even though, the white frothy water and the sound of the waterfall plunging are spectacular and breathtaking.
I could hear nothing but only its mighty sound and the whispers of the leaves. It was soothing and relaxing, We stayed there for a while, and satisfied my eyes with the view and my mind with the calming sight and sound.
Recharged. Energized. Alive.
Do you love the view too? Here's how to get there.
From Carmen Market, ride a motorbike going to Middle Earth Pools. The locals know this place and are so kind of bringing you or guiding you on how to get there. Or else you can navigate Waze to Middle Earth or Mangingit Falls.
Reminder:
💦Middle Earth Resort is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as this is the schedule for their cleaning time.
💦The Entrance Fee is 100 pesos/head (1.79USD) but for sightseeing it's free. (Just speak to the attendant kindly)
💦Leave No trace.
That's it for another dose of nature therapy from the Back to Back Charm of Middle Earth Pools and Mangitnggit Falls. Thank you so much for reading. I hope you enjoyed it. I wish you all safe and well always.
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Wow, this place is awesome and perfect for relaxation from a stressful week.
Yes, Maam very perfect for a hideaway, and the place is very accessible for motorbikes.
Gone are the stressful week jd. Mkarelax gamay ang maestra.☺️
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I didn't know Carmen offers these lovely beauties! These spots are truly charming. Thanks for sharing @callmesmile. I'd like to visit these beautiful destinations!Puhon hehe 🙏
Grab your helmet and hit the road @missjoycee ! Carmen has plenty of beautiful tourists spot ! As in! Dili jd alkansi sa byahe, definitely we will come back home refreshed and relaxed.
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I'm sorry to hear that you've been having a stressful time and I hope that it will get better very soon 🙂 But you did the right thing by going to nature. It also helps me when I feel stressed and anxious.
It looks nice and lush, just way too many people for me 🙂 I'm glad that you feel recharged and energized 🙂
Thank you for sharing!
I feel much better now Maam, thanks to your kind and precious words.🙏 I greatly appreciate it.😊 Thank you so much.
The place is refreshing and totally relaxing, though the pool was crowded but there are still spaces left in the resort that is good for relaxing and meditating.😊
Thank you so much Maam for your words. Have a great day and keep safe always.🥰
What a nice place, it looks like a spa, an idea to hang out
Wow! I didn't know Carmen has these spots and abundance! Kanindot diri @callmesmile 🤗
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