Malinta Tunnel

Philippines / Central Luzon / Alas-asin /

The Malinta Tunnel derives its name from Malinta Hill, a 390-foot (120 m) rise through which its shaft is bored. Malinta is Filipino for "full of leeches", linta being the local word for "leech".
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Coordinates:   14°23'16"N   120°35'26"E
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