Have you seen these 'Hobbit Houses' in Lucban, Quezon?
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Take a trip down to Lucban, Quezon and enjoy the province's quiet charm
If you're a massive fan of the epic fantasy novel, The Lord of the Rings, then you might be dreaming of flying to New Zealand to see the famous Hobbit Houses.
For the uninitiated, these so-called hobbit houses are the half-buried hillside homes of the Hobbit characters in J.R.R. Tolkien's famous fiction novel.
These houses were vividly showcased in The Lord of the Rings trilogy directed by Peter Jackson released between 2001 and 2003.
The set location of these Hobbit houses are in the lush small town of Matamata in New Zealand.
Today, this place is called Hobbiton and is visited by tourists who are looking to experience a slice of hobbit life.
Unfortunately, not all of us can fork out enough cash to fly to New Zealand. And if you can, booking a flight at this time of a global pandemic is not entirely viable.
But you can still get a taste of the Hobbit lifestyle by visiting a resort located in Lucban, Quezon.
Source: Batis Aramin Resort and Hotel (Instagram)
The Batis Aramin Resort and Hotel has an area called Teresita's Garden and it features a replica of Hobbiton complete with tiny wooden houses.
The Hobbiton is just part of the entire garden attraction.
Visitors can also enjoy the sights of greenery and flowers perfect for photos with friends, loved ones, and of course, selfies.
And since you're already in Lucban, why not visit the province's other tourist attractions?
Kamay ni Hesus Shrine and Grotto
Source: Mikedtravelph.com
Constructed in 2003 and completed in 2004, this imposing tourist spot features a 50-foot statue of Jesus Christ on top of a hill.
Church of Saint Louis, Bishop of Toulouse
Source: Church of Saint Louis, Bishop of Toulouse (Wikipedia)
This church, simply called Lucban Church by many, was erected in 1593 before undergoing numerous reconstructions over the years due to natural disasters and war.
Mt. Banahaw
Source: Mt. Banahaw (Wikipedia)
The mystical Mt. Banahaw is an active volcano popular among mountain climbers. Not planning to go on a hiking expedition? That's fine as you can see this majestic volcano from the ground to appreciate its beauty.
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