Hometown Stories

Over the Hills and Far Away

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Baguio City was the first in the country to reopen its doors to travelers. Months later, the locals still lean on each other for support, as they never know how long those doors will stay open.

Photography by
Story by
Sonny Thakur
Photography by
Story by
Miguel Nacianceno
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