to the top of Volcano Island on horseback. During their trip up and down the mountain, visitors have views of the lake and its surroundings. Tagaytay in Cavite has benefited from Taal Lake and Taal Volcano, which is administered by neighboring province of Batangas. Many tourists have visited Tagaytay for a panoramic view of the lake and volcano. In mid-2007, controversy ensued when the Korean firm Jung Ang Interventure was given clearance to build a health spa on Volcano Island along the lake's edge. Over the course of the next few weeks, several government officials expressed their disapproval of the construction project. On June 28, 2007, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) suspended the Korean firm's environmental clearance certificate, rendering them incapable of pursuing further construction on the island until they secure other necessary permits. Because of the unpopular public reaction to the project, the Korean company's permit was permanently revoked by the DENR in early July 2007. See also Laguna de Bay Main Crater Lake References External links Mysteries of Taal. Author Thomas Hargrove talks about the 1754 eruption that changed Taal Lake. Trek to Taal Volcano. Guide to Taal Lake from Philippine Journeys. Some interesting Islands and Lakes Lakes of the Philippines Calderas of Southeast Asia Volcanic crater lakes Landforms of Batangas Tourist attractions in Batangas