Timmangtang Rock: What a Wonderful Creation!
by Jane Dacumos on April 23, 2014Timmangtang Rock is indeed one of God’s most awesome creations. Just a few meters away from Bantay Abot Caves, it is a bell-shaped rock located along the seacoast of Sitio Gaoa, Balaoi, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte.
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Paoay Lake National Park: A Place that Can’t Resist Its Beauty
by Jhaypee Guia on February 10, 2014The Paoay National Park is located in Ilocos Norte, 3 kilometers away from the sea. It is a huge area in the province, measuring 470 hectares, that is bordered by 5 barangays. It is adjacent to the spectacular Malacanañg ti Amianan. The area is stated as the as a National Park on June 21, 1969 under Republic Act 5631. The site is a home of almost 77 species of common, endangered, and nomadic birds.
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Padre Jose Burgos National Museum
by Jane Dacumos on February 1, 2014Because of his significant contributions toward the struggle for Philippine independence, the people of Vigan commemorate the noble deeds of Padre Jose Burgos and keep his memories alive with the establishment of the Padre Jose Burgos National Museum.
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Pagoda Hill in La Union
by Rosevie Decio on January 31, 2014The province of La Union is a popular tourist destination, with more and more visitors coming every year to get a glimpse of the many fascinating attractions here. Besides its fantastic beaches for swimming and surfing, La Union also has Pagoda Hill, situated in the city of San Fernando, the capital city of La Union. Pagoda Hill is comprised of Chinese-themed architecture atop a hill which has a commanding and amazing view of San Fernando City.
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Ma Cho Temple: Tribute to the Confluence of the Filipino-Chinese Culture
by Angel Bonifacio on January 28, 2014When you read the name of the temple, did you think of Ma Cho as in masculine or manly? I know you did! But, this temple is not a temple of or for guys only. It is actually a typical Taoist Temple in La Union, although typical is an understatement indeed.
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