Are you looking for the best attractions in Bataan? Well, it’s time for you to discover the splendid town of Abucay. The town is laden with natural resources that entice every visitor. It has its own shares of historical sites that denote the province's rich past and the role it played in the country's history. Here are some of the proudest attractions of Abucay that will surely leave an impression to every visitor.
The spiritual ministration of Abucay was entrusted to the Dominicans in 1588. A fierce battle between the Dutch invaders and the Pampango defenders was fought in this court on June 23, 1647. Nearly two hundred Pampangos were put to death, and forty others, together with Spanish Alcalde mayor and two Dominican priests were taken prisoners to Batavia. The present church was badly damaged by the earthquake of 16 September 1852. It is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines.
Tomas Pinpin Monument was erected in loving memory of the first Filipino painter, Tomas Pinpin. He was a co-author and had printed the earliest books in the country with Fr. Blancas de San Jose in 1610, inside Abucay, Bataan church.
Maria Canon Statue
Tower erected by the Mie-ken Daiichi Shieseo of the Japanese Sohyoshin Sports in 1978 to invoke the repose of dead souls from the WWII period.
Pasukulan Falls
Pasukulan Falls is a natural wonder in the valley of Mt. Natib which remains unexplored and unspoiled. The falls is surrounded with foliage of vegetation and ideal for picnics.
Sibul Spring
Sibul is a potential prime tourist destination in the province boasting sulfuric swimming pools and a wide area for outdoor recreation. Its main attraction is the natural spring believed able to provide muscle pain relief.
Christmas Village of Mabatang
Christmas celebration in Mabatang extends to the streets of every sitio in the barangay, which are lavishly adorned to rejoice the season.
Paroba Marker
The Abucay- Morong Line, First Major Defense Line of the USAFFE on Bataan crossed at this point deployed from right (East) to (West) where the 57th Regiment Combat Team Philippine Scouts 41st Div. Phil. Army Brig. Gen. Vicente Lim (PA) 51st Div. Phil. Army Brig. Gen. Clifford Bluemel (AUS) and the 1st Regular Div. Phil. Army Brig. Gen. Fidel V. Segundo, PA, first major engagement of this line, 12 January 1942, to the west of the road near the limiting point of the 57th RCT and the 41st Div. Falling to crush through the enemy shifted farther west and attacked the center of the 41st Division, 17 January, 1942, then the limiting point of the 51st Div. 20 January 1942. Left flank of the 1st Regular Div. Along the axis of the Morong-Bagac Road, also assaulted 20 January 1942 enemy infiltration through unmanned portion of the line between Mount Natib and Silanganan resulted in the envelopment of the 1st Regular Div. and finally the abandonment of the Pilar-Bagac Line on 24 January, 1942.
How to Get Here
Bataan is accessible by riding a bus from Manila, like Genesis, Bataan Transit, Sinulog, and Victory Liner. The fare usually ranges from 150-200 pesos depending on your destination.
From NLEX (North Luzon Express Way), you will pass through the San Fernando Exit, Sta. Cruz-Lubao, then Layak Junction, and Abucay Junction. From there, you just have to ride a jeep or tricycle going to the church.
Tricycles and jeepneys are the main transport in getting around Bataan.
Accommodation
These are the hotels near the province where tourists can stay.
- Crown Royale Hotel - Capitol Drive, San Jose, Bataan, Bataan, Philippines
- Vista Venice Resort - Sitio Marucdoc, Brgy. Nagbalayong, Morong, Bataan