Standing proudly on the slopes of the majestic Mt. Madjaas lies a natural wonder that seems straight out of a fantasy world. The captivating Bonsai Forest.
Contrary to what its name might suggest, this is not a single tree but an entire ecosystem of ancient, dwarfed and gnarled trees, creating a unique mossy landscape. The forest is renowned for the fascinating phenomenon known as “crown shyness,” where the treetops mysteriously avoid touching each other, forming a stunning canopy of intricate gaps against the sky.
This breathtaking destination in Culasi, Antique provides an otherworldly encounter with one of the Philippines’ most remarkable and fragile natural environments. With its eerie and mystical atmosphere, the forest feels like a real-life version of the Upside Down from the hit series Stranger Things. The beauty waiting to be discovered in our own mountains. (📸 Josh Fuentes, via LLQ)
