Last Updated on 11 April 2023 by Vanessa
Smokey Mountain defies all conventional travel expectations.
Nestled within the bustling metropolis of Manila, Philippines, Smokey Mountain is one of the world’s most impoverished areas. The 25,000 inhabitants live on piles of garbage, and the way people make a meager living here is by picking up the recyclable parts. Thousands of families live in makeshift homes constructed from salvaged materials amidst the garbage. The pungent air is so polluted that tourists are asked to wear masks.
However, despite the extreme poverty, there is a true sense of community and warmth in the slums of Manila, and its inhabitants welcome visitors with open arms.
Amidst the trash and pollution, hardy plants and animals have adapted to survive in this challenging environment, showcasing nature’s resilience in the face of adversity.
“Smokey Mountain is a world you’d rather don’t want to see,” says travel blogger Sabrina from Just One Way Ticket. She visited the slums of Manila and was generous enough to share her photography with Traveling Cats.
Photo credit © Sabrina Iovino | JustOneWayTicket.com
Sabrina visited Smokey Mountain with Smokey Tours who donate 100% of the profits to the inhabitants of the slums of Manila.
Read more about Sabrina’s visit to the slums in Manila here: Smokey Mountain: A Walk Through The Slums Of Manila, Philippines.
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