Reflections at Marian

I've been wanting to visit this place with my husband last year as our anniversary itinerary but at some instances we decided to just go back at Caleruega. But then my wish was granted when my inlaws took a trip with me at this place and have a sight at the wonderful garden situated at Batangas. I learned about this place from a facebook friend and from then on I told myself that one day I'll be setting my footsteps and reflect with God's grace.

 

Marian Orchard is a catholic-themed park built on a 5 hectare land surrounded with various kinds of plants and towering trees. It is located at Barangay Malaban, Balete Batangas. The place is just right if you just want to have some meditation, repentance or have a quiet place and relax your mind.

 

 

 

Marian Orchard | February 5, 2015

staircase to the station of the cross

We found this staircase which leads to the station of the cross but since it's not yet Holy Week the grasses were still full grown and we decided not to take the path forward instead and just prayed when we reached the first station. Heading back upstairs we took some shots of the wondrous view from the top.

view from the top

The Chapel and Christ The Redeemer tower

Christ the Redeemer have stairs so you will be able to climb on the tower however I didn't know about that matter when we visited the site. So unfortunately I didn't have that chance to see the view from the top. I have so many pictures to share but I don't want the post to be worthy of pictures of myself. Instead, I am inviting you to take some trip at the Marian Orchard and rave about the place with your own experience. Have a nice trip!

How to go at Marian Orchard:

By Bus: Take a bus bound to Lemery/Batangas via Tanauan/Lipa (NOT CALABARZON) from any of the bus terminals located in the following: along EDSA near Cubao/Kamuning area (Alps or Jam bus lines); in Taft-Buendia (Jam bus line, forgot other bus lines with terminal here). Tell the driver or the conductor to drop you off at Levitown, Marawoy (landmark: Caltex Gas Station) then take a tricycle going to Marian Orchard/Hermitage of Our Mother.

By Car: Drive through South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and on to Batangas Star Tollway. At the Star Toll Way, take Lipa-Tambo Exit, turn right and follow the road (J.P. Laurel Highway) going to Lipa/Tanauan then turn left at Lipa-Balete Road (landmark: Caltex Gas Station). Marian Orchard/Hermitage of Our Mother is around 10-15 minutes drive from this junction.

Marian Orchard/Hermitage of Our MotherBarangay Malabanan, Balete, Batangas
Parking Fee: P25; Entrance: P25/person (Marian Orchard only)

Marian Orchard is a Catholic-themed park built on a 5-hectare land surrounded with trees and plants of various kinds. - See more at: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2013/06/Marian-Orchard-and-Hermitage-of-our-Mother-Batangas.html#sthash.6lNsXIRn.dpuf

Marian Orchard is a Catholic-themed park built on a 5-hectare land surrounded with trees and plants of various kinds. - See more at: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2013/06/Marian-Orchard-and-Hermitage-of-our-Mother-Batangas.html#sthash.6lNsXIRn.dpuf

Marian Orchard is a Catholic-themed park built on a 5-hectare land surrounded with trees and plants of various kinds. - See more at: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2013/06/Marian-Orchard-and-Hermitage-of-our-Mother-Batangas.html#sthash.6lNsXIRn.dpuf

Marian Orchard is a Catholic-themed park built on a 5-hectare land surrounded with trees and plants of various kinds. - See more at: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2013/06/Marian-Orchard-and-Hermitage-of-our-Mother-Batangas.html#sthash.6lNsXIRn.dpuf

Marian Orchard is a Catholic-themed park built on a 5-hectare land surrounded with trees and plants of various kinds. - See more at: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2013/06/Marian-Orchard-and-Hermitage-of-our-Mother-Batangas.html#sthash.6lNsXIRn.dpuf