VIGAN TOUR

Pagburnayan, the burnay is an earthenware jar crafted by a potter’s hands with the aid of a potter’s wheel. It uses fine sand (anay) as a tempering material and fired at a high temperature in a huge brick-and-clay ground kiln that makes it is harder and more durable than other terra cotta. The local bagoong (fish sauce), sugarcane vinegar and basi wine would not taste as good if not fermented in stoneware burnay jars.

Crisologo Museum, was established after Floro Crisologo's death. He was shot inside the St. Paul's Cathedral with the museum devoted to his legacy.

Syquia Mansion, is the house of former President Elpidio Quirino, he's the sixth president of the Philippines and the chief author of economic developments.

Burgos Museum, showcases a collection of Father Burgos memorabilia, photographs, family antiques and jewelry, its is located near Plaza Salcedo.

Calle Crisologo,  a major attraction of Vigan because of the Spanish houses were the rich people lived during the Spanish era where you can shop and buy souvenirs.

Bantay Bell Tower, the old historic belfry of the churc, which served as a watchtower for pirates back in the Spanish colonial era, gave the town its name – bantay (meaning to guard). Established in 1590, the church is one of the oldest in the Ilocos Region.

Plaza Salcedo, an eliptical, elevated plaza is a landmark in Vigan with the most dramatic and massive change

Baluarte, is a must-see attraction in Vigan, it offers a mini zoo, resort complex that lies in hectares of land, and a butterfly farm.

Hidden Garden, this garden is owned by Mr, Francis Flores, a retired Engineer who used plants and flowers for his therapy. Now, a wonderland of greenery, with a mini-snack bar, souvenir shop and coffee shop nestled somewhere in the middle for a complete oasis in the North's Garden of Eden.

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LAOAG TOUR

Museo Iloco, Erected in 1878 and known as the Tabacalera Building, this edifice was originally designed as the Administrative Center of the Tobacco Monopoly in Ilocos Norte during the reign of Spain over the Philippine Islands. The Museo Ilocos Norte, as this building is aptly called, now serves a noble purpose – a repository of GAMENG, the vast cultural heritage of the people of Ilocos Norte. 

Sta. Monica Church, the largest church in the whole Ilocos Norte province, most especially the length of the nave. In June 1983, the church was the setting for the grand wedding of Gregorio Araneta and Irene Marcos, the daughter of then President Marcos.

Museo Diocesano De Laoag, The museum, seven kilometers from Laoag City, is displaying old church bells, death records in Spanish, diaries and memos, photos, busts of saints, Mass vessels, as well as altars, vestments and relics.

Marcos Birthplace, The Edralin House, more popularly known as the Birthplace of President Marcos, can also be found in the town. The house was heavily renovated during the Marcos presidency and today hosts a small museum.

Batac Riverside Empanadahan, go to Glomy’s Empanada - had won the most awards, and seemed to be friends with some of their sales ladies/cooks.

Presidential Museum and Marcos Mausoleum integrates both memorabilia storage and the current resting place of Ferdinand Edralin Marcos. It is situated in the heart of Batac City, Ilocos Norte. The museum shows memorabilia of the late president, from his stint in the armed forces down to his presidency. The large and solemn mausoleum contains the glass-encased coffin in which Marcos' embalmed body has been on public display since shortly after his remains were brought home in 1993

Paoay Church, The Church of Saint Augustine, commonly known as the Paoay Church, is the Roman Catholic parish church of the municipality of Paoay, Ilocos Norte in the Philippines. Completed in 1710, the church is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building. In 1993, the church was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as one best examples of the Baroque Churches of the Philippines.

Malacanang of The North, which served as the official residence of the Marcoses in Ilocos Norte.

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Paoay Sand Dunes, The Paoay sand dunes is a 88km of pure sand which is adjacent to Suba Beach. Here you will do the 3x4 adventure and sand surfing.

Gov, Roque B. Ablan Sr. Shrine, he was a World War II hero.  He was provincial governor of Ilocos Norte during the Japanese occupation and he was one of the few local public officials not surrender to the Japanese.  Instead he transferred the seat of government from Laoag City to the mountains of Vintar and Solsona.  He continued serving as local chief executive and was even allowed by Pres. Quezon to issue war notes (some are kept at the Bangko Sentral).  In one of his encounters with the enemy, he was separated from his unit.  When the dust settled, he was nowhere to be found. Historians believe that he was killed by the Japanese.  The Ablan family searched for his remains throughout Northern Luzon and other Asian countries after the war to no avail. For his heroism, he was awarded the Medal of Valor by Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos.  A shrine was built by the National Historical Institute in Brgy. 20, Castro Ave., Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, to commemorate his bravery and remind others not to forget about the many lives that were sacrificed so that we can enjoy freedom and democracy. 

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PAGUDPUD TOUR

Saud Beach is probably the most popular beach destination in the northern part of Luzon.

Patapat Viaduct, is a viaduct with a bridge is elevated 31 meters over sea level. It is a concrete coastal bridge 1.3 km long and connects the Maharlika Highway from Laoag, Ilocos Norte to the Cagayan Valley Region. It rises along the town's coastal mountains, which is the starting point of the Cordillera Mountain Range that snakes through Northern Luzon. It is the 4th longest bridge in the Philippines.

Agua Grande, is a picnic park with a stream of very cold, crystal clearrunning water from the mountains that leads to the sea. It is located right after the Patapat Bridge and before Paraiso ni Anton, both equally enchanting tourist destinations in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte.

Maira-ira Cove commonly known as The Blue lagoon is nestled in Maira ira Point – Luzon's mainland’s northernmost tip. The white sand is shining and finely pristine, the water is amazingly clear on the shore transforming to bright azure as it grows deep and reflecting the sky drawing its horizon.

Cape Bojeador Light House, also known as Burgos Lighthouse was part of the Spanish government's plan of illuminating the Philippine Archipelago in the northern and western part of the Philippines.

Kapurpurawan Rock Formation, is located on the rocky coast of Burgos, Ilocos Norte. It is known for its creamy white and streamlined limestone formations, which have been sculpted by different oceanic and weather forces. Burgos is located on the northwestern tip of Ilocos Norte.

Bangui Windmills, is considered to be the first and the largest wind farm built in South East Asia.

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