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Maria Makiling, sometimes spelled Mariang Makiling, in Philippine Mythology , is a diwata or lambana (fairy or forest nymph) associated with Mount Makiling in Laguna , Philippines . She is the most widely known diwata in Philippine Mythology.[1]
Similar to Maria Sinukuan of Pampanga 's Mount Arayat and Maria Cacao on Cebu 's Mount Lantoy , Maria Makiling is the guardian spirit of the mountain, responsible for protecting its bounty and thus, is also a benefactor for the townspeople who depend on the mountain's resources. In addition to being a guardian of the mountain, some legends also identify Laguna de Bay - and the fish caught from it - as part of her domain.[2]
It is often said that Mount Makiling resembles the profile of a woman, said to be Maria herself. This phenomenon is described as true from several different perspectives, so there is no single location associated with this claim. The mountain's various peaks are said to be Maria's face and two breasts, respectively, and her hair cascades downwards a gentle slope away from her body.[1]
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that mountain is really mysterious. everytime we go there i feel uneasy haha.
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