Lumiang Cave
This burial cave houses around 100 ancient coffins, neatly stacked to form a massive wall.

📜 Lumiang Cave is a burial cave in Sagada, Philippines, housing around 100 ancient coffins. Oldest coffins are estimated to be 500 years old.
🔍 Coffins are stacked nine layers high at the entrance, believed to ward off evil spirits. Some are carved with lizards symbolizing longevity, and some are found in a fetal position.

Why Go

🗿 Witness a unique ancient burial tradition still practiced by the Applai people.
⚰️ See around 100 ancient coffins, some carved with lizards symbolizing longevity, and some in fetal position.
🥾 Connect to Sumaguing Cave for a 2-4 hour challenging spelunking hike.

Why Avoid

🧗 Spelunking requires bravery, fitness, rock climbing, and rappelling.
⚠️ Expect to navigate underground pools and squeeze through narrow openings during deeper exploration.

Tips

🚶 An easy 10-minute walk from Sagada towards Ambasing leads to the cave entrance.
🗺️ A guide is necessary for venturing deeper or connecting to Sumaguing Cave.

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