What defines greatness is something that outlives you.
Somewhere in Mendez, Cavite is this
one-of-a-kind destination – a hydroponics farm, aviary and warehouse showcasing
Yoki’s private and impressive collection of Buddha, oriental artifacts and
antiques from all over the world.
Though originally a farm, I guess
what makes Yoki’s fascinating and a must-see for the curious is its centerpiece
– the 30-ft. laughing Golden Buddha, made of carbon fiber. It is just one of the
thousands of interesting pieces, along with bronze statues, terracotta
warriors, porcelain jars, jade ships, Egyptian busts, vintage typewriters and old
telephones, visitors would find within the compound.
Yoki’s is well-known for its
hydroponic lettuce of different varieties. Hydroponics is an innovative method
of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions, in water, without soil. The
place also grows dozens of flowering plants, vegetables, herbs and wild
berry-bearing trees.
I was captivated with Yoki’s Farm.
My tour guide kept telling me stories of her Sir Yoki when he was still alive.
She said he was really such a kind-hearted person who had an eye for anything charming
and appealing. That’s how he was able to amass such a wealth of collection.
I know life ends but wonderful legacy... well it lives on.
Yoki’s Farm
Tabluan Rd., Brgy. Palocpoc 1
Mendez, Cavite
Tel. No.: 0922-8014220
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