
Baguio Media Newseum: Discovering a Unique Media-History Gem in Baguio
Baguio Media Newseum, also known as the Art World & Media Newseum, offers travelers a unique experience beyond the familiar pine forests and scenic viewpoints
Located about four kilometers from downtown Baguio, on the city’s northeastern edge, Mines View Park sits on a natural ridge overlooking the rugged Cordillera mountains and the old mining town of Itogon in Benguet province. The park’s name comes from the gold and copper mining operations that once dominated the surrounding valleys. During the American colonial period, Baguio developed not only as a cool highland retreat but also as a hub for mining ventures, making Mines View a place where visitors could look out over both natural and industrial landscapes.
ABOVE: Mines View Park is a peaceful haven for families, both local and visiting, where vibrant gardens, well-kept pathways, and thoughtfully positioned benches provide an ideal backdrop for relaxation and scenic enjoyment.
ABOVE: Mines View Park is a peaceful haven for families, both local and visiting, where vibrant gardens, well-kept pathways, and thoughtfully positioned benches provide an ideal backdrop for relaxation and scenic enjoyment.
The heart of Mines View Park is its observation deck, reached via a winding stone stairway from the parking area. Once there, you’re greeted with sweeping panoramic views of valleys, distant peaks, and remnants of old mine sites below. Early mornings offered the best light for photography, as golden sunlight highlighted the contours of the mountains and valleys. Families, couples, and photographers all flocked here for the chance to capture these iconic vistas.
Even beyond the scenery, Mines View Park is a bustling spot where culture and commerce meet. Tourists often posed in traditional Cordillera or Igorot attire, creating memorable photo souvenirs. Rows of stalls offered locally made handicrafts like silver jewelry, wood carvings, and woven bags, alongside regional snacks such as strawberry jam and peanut brittle. Engaging with vendors added a tangible cultural layer to the visit.
ABOVE: Mines View Park’s observation deck provides breathtaking views of hills, valleys, and distant mountains, especially beautiful at sunrise.
ABOVE: Mines View Park’s observation deck provides breathtaking views of hills, valleys, and distant mountains, especially beautiful at sunrise.
Visitors might also see local children below the deck collecting coins tossed down by tourists — a practice that became part of old Mines View lore. This mix of natural scenery and vibrant local life made the park a multi-dimensional tourist destination.
ABOVE: During peak season, Mines View Park in Baguio City attracts a bustling crowd of tourists from various regions and cities, all eager to take in the breathtaking vistas of the Cordillera mountains and the Amburayan Valley.
ABOVE: During peak season, Mines View Park in Baguio City attracts a bustling crowd of tourists from various regions and cities, all eager to take in the breathtaking vistas of the Cordillera mountains and the Amburayan Valley.
Even seasoned travelers found Mines View Park captivating. The combination of fresh highland air, dramatic mountain views, easy accessibility from downtown, and nearby culture and crafts created a quintessential Baguio experience. It was the place where the phrase “I’m going to Baguio” almost always meant “Don’t forget Mines View!”
ABOVE: The indigenous people of Baguio primarily belong to the Ibaloi, Kankanaey, and Kalanguya ethnic groups, who have preserved their rich traditions, rituals, and agricultural practices despite the city’s urbanization.
ABOVE: The indigenous people of Baguio primarily belong to the Ibaloi, Kankanaey, and Kalanguya ethnic groups, who have preserved their rich traditions, rituals, and agricultural practices despite the city’s urbanization.
Visiting Mines View Park is a mix of scenic observation, cultural engagement, and historical reflection. It is, and remains, a landmark that embodies Baguio’s unique charm — part highland beauty, part living memory of mining history, and entirely memorable for anyone passing through.
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