| Tombol Hill | |
|---|---|
 Tombol Hill, with the Risen Christ statue on top, is an iconic landmark in Rosario, Batangas. [1] | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Coordinates | 13°50′56″N121°12′24″E / 13.8489°N 121.2067°E |
| Geography | |
  Tombol Hill  Tombol Hill Tombol Hill (Philippines) | |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Trail from the southern approach |
Tombol Hill [2] is located in the Province of Batangas, within the Calabarzon region of the Philippines, approximately 90 km south of Manila.
The hill is an inactive volcano [3] that has an elevation of 219 meters above sea level, [4] with a height of 64 meters above the surrounding terrain. It spans approximately 0.55 km at its base. The area is mostly agricultural land with a tropical climate.
The easiest route up Tombol Hill is a southern trail. The hill offers moderate hiking terrain with views of the surrounding agricultural landscape. [5]
Tombol Hill is accessible via road from nearby towns in Batangas, with parking available near the trailhead. [5]
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