As we wander in Ilocos, this stone formation really captured not only my eyes but also my heart! Introducing the limestone formation called "Kapurpurawan". It looks like sphinx from afar.
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Showing posts with label Ilocos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ilocos. Show all posts
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
How to make Clay Pots?
Aside from its tourism, Burnay Pottery is also one of the famous sight in Vigan and also the main source of their living. As part of our tour, we visited the "Pagburnayan", where we got to see the hard labor of a pot maker in making these clay pots.
Ruby Pottery is located in # 65 Leberation St., Pagburnayan, Vigan City.
Ruby Pottery is located in # 65 Leberation St., Pagburnayan, Vigan City.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Baluarte
Baluarte (also known as Baluarte ni Chavit) is 80 hectares of gently rolling terrains, hills and mountain sides, the structures of facilities and amenities, its phases of construction is in its best possible realistic and natural habitat for good and sound animal care.
Calle Crisologo, Vigan
Vigan is best-known for Calle Crisologo, a half kilometer street lined with 18th century Filipino-Spanish architectures and your journey would be incomplete without a nostalgic walk at the streets of Calle Crisologo. Calle Crisologo is a virtual tourists playground. If you were not for the tourists taking pictures, you'd think that you were transported back in Spanish colonial era.
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| Calle Crisologo |
Welcome to Vigan
The name Vigan was derived from "Biga", a giant taro plant that grows abundantly along the banks of the Mestizo River. About 400 kilometers from Manila is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vigan the capital city of Ilocos Sur. It is located on the west coast of northern Luzon.
You can see precious remnants of old Spanish architecture throughout the center of the city.Vigan is established in the 16th century and is the best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town in Asia with a unique European atmosphere. It is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial city in the Philippines. Several museums exist for the many national heroes that were born here.
Monday, February 27, 2012
St. Augustine Church and its Bell Tower
This is one of the old and grand church in Ilocos region, The St. Augustine Church and its Bell Tower also known as the Bantayan Church and Bell Tower. But according to the people, Bell Tower is most commonly known as Panday Tower as the famous FPJ's movie Panday was filmed here.
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| Bantay Belfry Tower also known as Panday (1591) |
Juan Luna's Home and his work of Arts
After viewing Marcos' mausoleum, we went to Juan Luna's Gallery. This picture was taken beside the famous Spolarium. I felt that I am included in the painting :D
Marcos Mausoleum in Batac
This is the entrance of Marcos Mausoleum. You can't take picture upon reaching this point. Only Madam Marcos has the right to show Mr. Marcos coffin in public and that is for publicity(as they say).
Since no picture-taking allowed inside the Mausoleum, we go to the museum after sighting Mr. Marcos' coffin. The Museum looks like a gallery or is a gallery of their achievements and family pictures.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Paoay Church one of UNESCO's World Heritage
From the Malacañang, we visited the Paoay Church nearby and hope some picture-taking. Paoay Church is included in UNESCO World Heritage list. Construction of the church started from 1704 and finished in 1894 by the Augustinian friars led by Fr. Antonio Estavillo. It is probably the best-known “earthquake Baroque” church in the Philippines.
Malacañang of the North
Malacañang of the North is also known as Malacañang ti Amianan among Ilocanos. This was built during President Marcos' era. And being dubbed as his country, Ilocos Norte is home to many of his remnants and one of these is the Malacañang of the North. According to Ilocano's Marcos love to stay here rather than Malacañang Palace.
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| Malacañang of the North |
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Fort Ilocandia Resort and Casino
On our third and last day Mon and I woke up so early to attend our church obligation. After that we again proceed our journey now down south. First stop is the Fort Ilocandia. They say that it was built for the reception of Imee Marcos' wedding, bongga!
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| Fort Ilocandia |
Friday, February 24, 2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Patapat Bridge and Swimming at Pagudpud
After eating at Tera Rika in Pagudpud, we then look for a place to swim. Of course, we wanted to try Pagudpud's beaches as they say it looks like Boracay, its powdery white sands and tranquil environs. On our way, we stopped by and have some pictures here in Patapat Viaduct, the famous zigzag bridge. It was first constructed to answer the landslides problem in that area and now became one of the tourist attractions in Ilocos Norte.
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| @ Patapat bridge |
Monday, February 20, 2012
The Kapurpurawan: Limestone Formation
From Cape Bojeador, we headed our journey to Kapurpurawan. Hidden beauty from the city. Hidden because you have to walk 200 to 350 meters to get there. And I'm telling you, its worth the sacrifice! This is one of my most favorite place here in Ilocos.
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| Nakapayong |
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse in Burgos
From Sta. Monica Parish Church in Sarrat, we headed to Burgos which is 35km north of Laoag City to visit Faro Cabo Cape Bojeador or Cape bojeador Lighthouse with some people also calling it as Burgos lighthouse, sitting in the hill of Vigia, 160 meters above sea level. According to history Cape Bojeador Lighthouse in Burgos is the tallest lighthouse in the Philippines built-in 1892 and continues to serve as beacon to passing ships. I think its not working nowadays.
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| Cape Bojeador Lighthouse |
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Sta. Monica Parish Church and Bell Tower
Alongside the Pasdan River, which was overran by native cottages on the side stands the Sta Monica Parish Church also known as Sarrat Church and Bell Tower, the largest church in the whole of Ilocos Region and considered as one of the oldest churches here. This church is near the Marcos Museum.
Pictures were taken outside the church, for some reasons :)
Pictures were taken outside the church, for some reasons :)
Friday, February 17, 2012
Marcos Museum in Sarrat
From Sand dunes we travel up north to Sarrat to see the museum. The Museum is also the ancestral house of the Edralin which is former Pres. Marcos' maternal side of the family and is also the birth place of our late president Ferdinand E. Marcos. He lived here until they moved to Batac City when he was eight (8) years old.
Sand Dunes of Ilocos Norte
If you're familiar with Marian Rivera's movie "The Temptation Island" wherein they were stranded and suffered hunger, well they shoot it here in Sand dunes, La Paz in Laoag City. You can go there by commuting or by renting a van or private transport. I'm suggesting to those who want to have an Ilocos tour to rent a private vehicle to maximize their time. For those who want a long walk, you can reach it from Fort Ilocandia.
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| sand dunes |
Thursday, February 16, 2012
La Elliana Hotel, Ilocos
La Elliana Hotel is located in Rizal St., cor Ablan Ave, Laoag City, near the City Hall. They have 47 rooms. Their customer service is very good with polite staffs. The room rates are so affordable for travellers like us. It costs only 900 a night for triple sharing, 750 for Twin sharing in Matrimonial bed, 800 for twin sharing with 2 beds (breakfast not included).
Affordable Tour Package for Ilocos
As promised to Kuya Glen, our driver con tourist guide con photographer, I am now promoting his business. Kuya Glen is a very hospitable, polite and a good host and companion during our tour. He don't limit his task to being our driver but he offered us his service as a tour guide and a photographer for free!
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| Kuya Glenn |
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