We really have no plan to visit this place but since we
got curious with a lot of signages leading to the Puzzle Mansion, we decided to
check this place.
From the Sonya’s Garden, we followed the signs leading to
the Puzzle Mansion. We really have no idea on how to get there but what we did
is we trusted the signs. (Don’t worry because it can be easily found, I
swear! because of the stand post with signages left and right along the way.
Hehe) Take note that going to the Puzzle Mansion means travelling away from the
main highway; you should be a good driver because you need to drive down the
steep and winding roads.
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Entering the mansion is seeing the most
complete puzzle collection in the world! Wow! More than 1,000++ puzzle, Flat, wood,
plastic, 3D, 4D, spherical and uniquely shape cuts puzzle all of these can be
found here. There are also puzzles in different sizes, colors, themes and
dimensions. Mrs. Gina Gil-Lacuna, 60++ years old
and a retired businesswoman is the owner of the world’s largest collection of
jigsaw puzzle. This is the only puzzle
museum in the world and currently holding the Guinness Book Of World Records for the largest collection of puzzles. The size of her collection beat the old record held by
Brazil’s Luiza Figueiredo, who reigned for two years.
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No. of pieces - 1,000 pieces; Completion Time - 13 hours
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This puzzle of the Mona Lisa is the popular photo-op for guests according to Mrs. Gina.
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The Ambiance of the mansion can
instantly provide visual interest for guests. It has rows and rows of puzzle to
look and admire and each passage and wall was filled with hanged frames of
finished puzzles in different sizes and forms. Well, according to her she only took
her hobby to another level. OMG! I can't imagine that completing a puzzle with
that many pieces, aabot na cguro sa 1k grado ng mata ko pag nagkataon.. Waahh..
But according to Ms. Gina, completing a puzzle is highly therapeutic and fulfilling
too! By the way, we were lucky to meet
Mrs. Gina up close and personal.
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With the world record holder, Ms. Gina Gil-Lacuna!
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What I love about the puzzle mansion was
the tour conducted by her staff or by Mrs. Gina herself. Unfortunately, TV5 was
also there for interview with Mrs. Gina that’s why one of her staff assists us
during our tour. It’s okay at least we finally met in person the holder of Guinness
Book of World’s Record. Clap Clap Clap!
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The first puzzle she created: 5,000 pcs
for 70 hours to complete.
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3D Puzzle of animals and
cartoon characters were so fun.
The Keith Haring Ravensburger set
which is the world’s largest and hardest in existence which consists of 32,000
pcs was already completed by Mrs. Gina, another addition to her collection. Amazing,
isn’t it? Indeed, she really deserves the recognition by the Guinness World
Record. We know how hard it is to put every single piece in the right place,
now can you imagine how Mrs. Gina did all the 1,000+ puzzles and counting by
herself. Unbelievable! She is a wonderful woman.
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This place is so unique because it boasts
the largest collection of jigsaw puzzle in the whole world. plus it serves an
inspiration for us and I believe that every visitor of her museum will also do.
This is highly recommended as one of the places to see in Tagaytay. It is
another worthwhile experience. Congratulations Mrs. Gina and I really hope for
more puzzles to come.
P.S
- There is a Php 100.00 entrance fee for the
maintenance of the Mansion.
- Aside from jigsaw puzzle collection, the
Mansion also has the 11-room bed and breakfast amenities such as a swimming
pool and function room.
- They also sell puzzles
on the second floor.
The Puzzle Mansion
Brgy. Asisan, Tagaytay
City, Philippines
T: (+632) 661 0019
C: (+63905) 225 0229
E:
puzzlemansion@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/PuzzleMansion
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