The chapel and the praying nuns are the highlights of this destination. However, what makes the place so ideal for meditation is its entirety – the surroundings with pine trees, the greenish garden, the pathways and statues of faith. True enough, those people who have visited the place is more likely to comment “heaven on earth” and “very solemn.”

In the age where everything is almost replaced by modernity and stylishness, faith is still something that is likely planted in the heart of most of the Filipinos. Praying is a practice that has never been old. But there is one thing that one may get amused of – it’s the fact that those who are praying, in the persons of nuns, are actually wearing pink. Of all the colors and in spite of their simplicity, why pink? But more than the amusement in witnessing the faith of these pink sisters while they are praying in the chapel is the assurance that they are with you in prayers by reading your petitions (there are available pen and paper and just drop them in a box). By the way, you can only see them praying but you would not be able to talk to them.

As much as you are longing for a place of solitude and relaxation of the heart so is moderating your voice is expected. Never talk loud and always put your phones in silent mode especially when inside the chapel. This is not only a sign of courtesy for other people looking for quietude but also as a respect for sacredness of the place.

Tagaytay has always been a great escape particularly for everyone residing in Manila and experiencing the daily hustle and bustle of urban life. More than its nearness to the metro and despite being a city in fact, it is undeniable that the cooling breeze of this place is still present and more than enough to calm the heart of a soul searching for peace and serenity. Tagaytay is a place where you can find different retreat centers and monasteries. The most popular of which is the Pink Sisters Convent run and managed by the Sister-Servants of the Holy Spirit of Perpetual Adoration.

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Enjoying the cold weather and viewing the splendid, panoramic view of Taal Volcano/Lake are better done at the Picnic Grove, one of the popular tourist destinations in Tagaytay City. With its built-in cottages and greenish, hilly surroundings, this recreational area is just perfect for picnic lovers as well as family gatherings and bonding of friends. Picnic Grove, on the other hand, is not all about picnics. It even offers a lot of exciting activities to make the day more fun and productive and makes one’s visit worth-it. Everyone can enjoy the horseback riding, cable car, Eco-trail and zipline. Here are some essential information that could help you plan your next weekend hideaway at the Picnic Grove:

•Entrance Fee: Php 50.00/person

•Parking Fees:
Cars or Vans – Php 35.00
Buses – Php 100.00
Jeepneys – Php 50.00

•Cottages and Sheds: Php 100-500

•Horseback Riding: Php150-200/hour

•Zipline (all rides with a souvenir photo):
Php 200 (weekdays);
Php 300.00 (weekends & holidays);
Php 100.00 (additional ride)

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If you’re an art and history buff, the place you want to go to is People’s Park in the Sky. Originally named Palace in the Sky, it is an unfinished palace originally meant for former United States President Ronald Regan and his wife for their Philippine visit. But since the visit never came, the place was converted into a park and became one of the most-visited tourist spots in Tagaytay. At the core of the park is an amphitheater where you’ll see curved concrete benches. On a perfect sunny day, the park offers a 360-degree view of the Taal Lake.

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