Burnham Park is a large public park located in Baguio City, Philippines. It was founded in 1905 by American architect Daniel Burnham and was the first park in the Philippines.
The park is home to several gardens, a lake, and several monuments and sculptures. It is a popular tourist destination and is often used for concerts, festivals, and other events. Burnham Park is also a popular spot for picnics, jogging, and other outdoor activities.
Activities
There is an assortment of activities and facilities for relaxation and recreation on hand in the park. This a great spot to do a picnic, rent a boat and row in the lake, watch an open-air concert, catch a football game, go biking, or just read a book or take a casual stroll around the park.
Burnham Park is a perfect site for taking photos, so don’t forget to tag along with your camera when going here to snap some pictures that you can share in your Facebook account that will serve as a nice memorable souvenir for your travel escapades.
If you happen to forget your camera, don’t be despair because there are professional photographers stationed in Burnham who can take your pictures. However, be sure to bargain with the price before agreeing to avail their services to avoid any hassle and being ripped off.
There are also tennis and basketball courts for sports enthusiasts, while for the hungry travelers can check out a couple of restaurants nearby that sell snacks, pancit, bibingka, and a lot more.
Aside from that, the park also has an outdoor kiosk, playground, and an orchidarium where varied forms of plants, trees, and blossoms are being sold. After a tiring walk in the park, visitors can rest and unwind in the chairs and benches scattered around the park.
When in Baguio, add Burnham to your itinerary to explore and enjoy what this place can offer.
