Just south of the capital, Cavite seamlessly blends historical gems with exhilarating nature pursuits. Highlights include the battle-scarred Corregidor Island, the cool Tagaytay Ridge with views of Taal Volcano, centuries-old Spanish colonial churches in Ternate, lush hiking trails up Mt. Sungay and Mt. Palay-Palay, and exciting cave explorations in Noveleta. Cavite offers a thrilling escape packed with history and outdoor action near Manila.