In 1995, Ifugao Rice Terraces or
Hagdan-hagdang Palayan ng Banaue (in tagalog) was inscribed in the
UNESCO World Heritage list because of its great beauty that expresses conquered and conserved harmony between humankind and the the environment. These rice terraces located in the Philippines were carved out 2000 years ago by the ancestors of the Batad indigenous people. It seems an easy feat today to carve out such terraces, but 2000 years ago when there was no machinery, these terraces were carved out step by step
using hands. It is said that if the steps are put end to end, it would encircle half the globe! As a tourist, I understand from the locals that this is their pride and joy! In fact, they regard it as the "eighth wonder of the world". How privilege to be able to see for myself the fusion of man's workmanship on nature....
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