MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN THE WORLD

Philippine Military Academy is one of the premiere military school in Asia. Built to create quality officer in the Armed Forces of the Philippines, its mission is to instruct, train and develop the cadets, so that each graduate shall possess the character, the broad and basic military skills and education essential to successful pursuit of progressive military career as a values-oriented leader in selfless service to the AFP and the nation. Its vision is to be the country's premiere leadership school, producing military professionals of character, dedicated to protect and help build the nation. Through the years, many changes and innovations had already made to continue its quality service to the cadets and maintain its grandeur in Baguio City.


Let us first look at its brief history. The Academy traces its humble beginnings to the makeshift officers' school of Philippine Constabulary in Manila which opened on February 17, 1905 at the old Sta. Lucia Barracks in Intramuros. But then the authority that established this school transferred it to Baguio three years later. There it was then developed to what it is right now.

The PMA is one of the most visited place and one of the most beautiful tourist spot in Baguio City. It is contructed at the top of a plateau, with its main checkpoint a mile ahead from the main building proper. It has many distinct, small structures that visitors flock on. I will show you the most popular spots within the portals of the academy.

PMA CHECKPOINT - This is the main entrance of the academy. Guard detained at the gate strictly checked all vehicles entering the realms of the this place. Being a military school, it should also be guarded from the possible plot of the state's enemies and antagonist. During corps roadruns, the checkpoint serves as a turning point for the runner to complete a 5km run from the athletic complex. Its sturdiness and firmness symbolizes the Academy's firm attitude and valor.




AMPHITHEATHER - this place is like a small Colosseum at left side of the Grand Stand, if your facing the parade ground. Inspired by Roman's Colosseum for gladiators, it is built for celebrating symbolic occasions of the alumni of the academy, most especially wedding ceremony. It was also the place where cadets conducts their annual class and company pictures for keepsake of their camaraderie and stay in the academy. But this is also a nice place to visit for people who like to take pictures.




BORROMEO FIELD - this is the parading ground in the Academy. It is one of the most holy place because many cavaliers and alumni already kissed and poured their sweats to the ground. It is where all it had started, their dreams, their hopes and their aspirations. From the Reception Day, Incorporation Day, Pre-recognition rites and Recognition rites, Turn-over ceremony and Graduation Day, these very significant occasions were celebrated to this hollowed ground. As a matter of fact, a cadet cannot pass through this ground directly. He must go around the field, except during special occasions and in sport events. At present,it is usually used for playing sports like soccer, athletics, and golf, and as a parade ground for giving respect and honor to alumni visitors every weekend. It is so cool to watch the cadets marching in cadence in the Borromeo Field!