Enigmata TreeHouse Gallery
Enigmata literally means “to open your eyes,” it was created by a circle of Mindanao artists who urge visitors to “enter the journey inwards the creative circles of the mind.” If you find the chance to visit the grounds of Enigmata, you will confirm that those who developed it did take that creative inward journey to embellish this surreal place.
The tree house is built around a giant acacia tree and is hidden behind thick foliage. Along the driveway and around the grounds of this hillside structure are huge sculptures which were created by renowned Mindanao artist Kublai Millan.
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT CAMIGUIN
Camiguin is an island paradise surrounded by natural wonders like hot springs, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. It is also here where you can taste arguably the sweetest lanzones fruit in the country. Exotic varieties of flora and fauna can be found in the island depicting the richness of this small but charming island in the South. (lakbaypilipinas.com)
photo by kublai millan
Camiguin is a place of contrast. Rugged, majestic volcanic mountains rise sharply to the clouds, while gentle turquoise seas lap soft while sands. Waterfalls thunder down into natural pools sorrounded by wild ferns and orchids. The island has a pristine lagoon, refreshing cold springs, invigorating hot springs and soothing, sparkling soda springs. (camiguin.xrs.net/)
A Peaceful dreamland awaits you on Camiguin, a fabulous getway island of steep volcanoes, lush jungle and perfect beaches just a few hours by ferry from Cagayan de Oro city. In this pristine setting, you’ll find hot springs to soothe your body and stunning waterfalls and hiking trails to thrill your senses. (palawan.com)
amiguin is also the best place to gaze at stars. Like an open palm to the sky, the island is said to have the clearest view of the heavens at night. Beachcombers vow that the stars reflect so beautifully on the waters, they look as though they can be fished out with bare hands. (itravelphilippines.com)
Eco lodge Camiguin Island – Enigmata Treehouse Eco lodge and Sculpture Garden – a perfect natural vacation!
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US
The tree house towered mystically in front of me, spiraling towards the sky. Its appearance offered a paradox of heaven and earth. It looked like an ancient tower, a stairway for travelers in search of heaven. Yet it also appeared more rooted to the earth as every story is perched on the branches of a sturdy acacia tree. “ARTchitecture” as the piece of poster I held in my hand described it. Little did I know that its façade is just a bit of the visual feast I was bound to receive. (mindanews.com)
“The place is superb- therapeutic. I like so much the indigenous artistic design of the nest. The people are great!” (Ethel Maamo)
“This is the best resort and the best island. It’s a pity we have to leave when the sun is coming out.” (Sybille Scholz, Ricardo Neumann)
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At first sight the tree house would seem to be just that… a tree house made of wood, bamboo and rattan. But as I got closer, the finer details astonished me. Almost every corner of the tree house is filled with murals, small sculptures and other random forms of artwork which definitely gave the place character. I was especially drawn to the Okkil-ish (cut-out wood) stairs and the recycled bottle art pieces found around the place.
The trunk of the giant acacia tree is visible in the rooms to further enhance the natural feel of the place. Even the toilets are painted with a very back-to-nature feel to it. My suite’s toilet was painted with an image to depict nature. True to its vision, Enigmata inspires you to be one with nature and lets the artist in you to come alive.
The room I stayed in was the Shell Garden Suite which is on the second floor of the tree house. It has a lovely tropical forest mural on one side of the wall and paintings by various female artists on the other. Strewn around the room are shells of different shapes, sizes and colors. I was told that the extensive collection of shells in the room was put there to educate visitors on the types of shells the Philippines exports. Most especially, the shells were there to discourage visitors to purchase such shells.
In the center of the room is a huge seating area which features a swinging bench on one side which is made of a sturdy hardwood. On the other side of the seating area is a duyan, which is perfect for those lazy afternoon naps. Let me warn you though, time moves very slowly at Enigmata, I remember being surprised to find that a fifteen minute chat seemed like an hour. “
The highlight of the Shell Garden Suite is the bed. It has a very whimsical vibe with its amakan head board, sheer white drapes and shell curtains. They also hung a painting of a diwata beside the bed to supposedly watch over you while you sleep.
Waking up in Enigmata is an even better experience. Imagine rising to the relaxing sound of chirping birds and a magnificent pink and orange sunrise peeking through the window. Perfect.
Enigmata is definitely the perfect place to relax and commune with nature.
Cookie Posadas writes in clickthecity.com
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