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    Sierra Madre Maountain, Philippines

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    The Sierra Madre Mountain Range is the longest mountain range in the Philippines, spanning over 540 kilometers along the eastern portion of the largest island, Luzon. It was named "Mother Mountain Range" by Spanish colonizers due to its awe-inspiring beauty. The mountain range plays a significant role in the country's ecology and culture, hosting diverse forests and watersheds home to rich wildlife. The Philippine government has established protected areas within the Sierra Madre to conserve its biodiversity and preserve indigenous communities' ancestral lands and cultural heritage for future generations.

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    The Sierra Madre Mountain Range is the longest mountain range in the Philippines, spanning over 540 kilometers along the eastern portion of the largest island, Luzon. It was named "Mother Mountain Range" by Spanish colonizers due to its awe-inspiring beauty. The mountain range plays a significant role in the country's ecology and culture, hosting diverse forests and watersheds home to rich wildlife. The Philippine government has established protected areas within the Sierra Madre to conserve its biodiversity and preserve indigenous communities' ancestral lands and cultural heritage for future generations.

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    The Sierra Madre Mountain Range is the longest mountain range in the Philippines, spanning over 540 kilometers along the eastern portion of the largest island, Luzon. It was named "Mother Mountain Range" by Spanish colonizers due to its awe-inspiring beauty. The mountain range plays a significant role in the country's ecology and culture, hosting diverse forests and watersheds home to rich wildlife. The Philippine government has established protected areas within the Sierra Madre to conserve its biodiversity and preserve indigenous communities' ancestral lands and cultural heritage for future generations.

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    Sierra Madre Maountain, Philippines

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    The Sierra Madre Mountain Range is the longest mountain range in the Philippines, spanning over 540 kilometers along the eastern portion of the largest island, Luzon. It was named "Mother Mountain Range" by Spanish colonizers due to its awe-inspiring beauty. The mountain range plays a significant role in the country's ecology and culture, hosting diverse forests and watersheds home to rich wildlife. The Philippine government has established protected areas within the Sierra Madre to conserve its biodiversity and preserve indigenous communities' ancestral lands and cultural heritage for future generations.

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    ‘’SIERRA MADRE MOUNTAIN, PHILIPPINES”

    The Sierra Madre is the longest mountain range in the Philippines. Spanning over 540


    kilometers (340 mi), it runs from the province of Cagayan down to the province of Quezon, forming a
    north–south direction on the eastern portion of Luzon, the largest island of the archipelago. The
    Sierra Madre Mountain Range derived its name from the Spanish words "sierra" meaning "mountain
    range," and "madre" meaning "mother." The name Sierra Madre, therefore, means "Mother
    Mountain Range." The mountain range was named as such by the Spanish colonizers who first set
    foot on the Philippine islands. The name is a testament to the awe-inspiring beauty and majesty of
    the mountains.

    In addition to, Sierra Madre is home to Indigenous Dumagat-Remontado communities who


    have ancestral domain claims covering parts of the mountain range. Several provinces, mountains,
    and rivers are located within the Sierra Madre Mountain Range's area. These include the provinces
    of Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, and Quezon. The mountain range is also home
    to many notable peaks, including Mount Iraya, Mount Cagua, and Mount Pulag. The Cagayan River,
    the longest river in the Philippines, also originates from the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. The
    Sierra Madre Mountain Range plays a significant role in the country's ecology, geology, and cultural
    heritage. It is considered a natural barrier against typhoons and other extreme weather events that
    frequently hit the Philippines. During typhoons, the range serves as a shield, protecting nearby
    communities from the full force of the storm. The Sierra Madre mountain range is rich in genetic,
    species, and habitat diversity, supplying food, water, and shelter to millions of people. The mountain
    range hosts multiple watersheds and some of the Philippines' oldest forests. These forests are some
    of the country's largest remaining forest blocks, including an old-growth dipterocarp forest, montane
    forests, and extensive lowland forests. Sierra Madre's forests and watersheds are home to some of
    the country's richest wildlife communities. More than 291 species of birds and 25 endemic mammals
    may be found within the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park alone.

    To protect the biodiversity of the Sierra Madre, various conservation efforts and programs are
    in place. The Philippine government has established protected areas within the range, including the
    Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park and the Sierra Madre Mountain Range Protected Landscape.
    These conservation areas aim to protect the region's forests, wildlife, and watersheds, as well as
    preserve its cultural heritage. On June 19, 2012, in light of the onslaught of Tropical Storm Ondoy on
    September 26, 2009, Philippine president Benigno Aquino III signed Proclamation No. 413, declaring
    every September 26 as "Save Sierra Madre Day" in an effort to raise awareness on the benefits that
    the Sierra Madre brings and the risks and dangers of neglecting it. The proclamation also calls "all
    sectors of society and the government" to join hands in pursuing activities geared toward the
    conservation of the Sierra Madre, and to plan, prepare, and conduct activities in observance of Save
    Sierra Madre Day.

    In conclusion, the Sierra Madre Mountain Range is an essential part of the Philippines' natural
    and cultural heritage. Its vast land area, unique biodiversity, and cultural significance make it an
    integral part of the country's identity. The government's conservation efforts and programs, as well
    as recognition of indigenous groups' rights, highlight the importance of preserving and protecting
    this natural wonder for future generations.

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