Province Tourist Destination
Ilocos Paoay Church
Norte  Paoay Church, built between 1694 and
1710, is the Philippines' most
remarkable example of earthquake
baroque architecture. Paoay Church,
which was designated as a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in 1993, is nothing
short of spectacular!. The coral stone
blocks and brick walls of Paoay Church
are supported by 24 buttresses,
demonstrating the church's attention
to detail. The church's exterior and
walls include Javanese architecture
that is reminiscent of Java's
Borobudur.
La Paz Sand Dunes
 A desert might be one of the last
things you'd expect to see in the
Philippines' lush archipelago, but sand
dunes do exist in the northernmost
province of Luzon island! In Laoag City,
the provincial capital of Ilocos Norte,
the La Paz Sand Dunes cover 85 square
kilometers of sandy coastal desert and
beach. From Currimao to Pasuquin, the
coastal desert spreads for km.
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse
 The Cape Bojeador Lighthouse, built
during the Spanish colonial period, is
the Philippines' tallest lighthouse in
terms of elevation. The octagonal
stone tower on top of the building is
just 66 feet (20 meters) tall, and it
stands high atop Vigia de Nagpartian
Hill, overlooking the picturesque
coastline of Cape Bojeador. It is,
nevertheless, the most visible
structure in the area, visible from
surrounding towns such as Bangui and
Pasuquin.
Bangui Windmills
 The Bangui windmills wind farm
project began in 1998 with a $48
million investment from the Danish
government to the province of Ilocos
Festivals
Guling-Guling Festival
 Guling-Guling is a traditional
event that was started by
Spanish monks in the early
1600s. It is observed in Paoay,
Ilocos Norte, on the Tuesday
before Ash Wednesday, the
last day of revelry before the
Lenten season begins. The
festival begins with a tradition
known as "Guling," which
means "mark" or "sign." In the
past, the mayor of the town
would smear a white cross
made of wet rice flour across
people's foreheads.
Farmers Festival
 The Baccara Farmers Festival
is a celebration where farmers
can show that they can also
have a good time. Festivities
include street dancing, a float
parade, and an agro-industrial
trade fair. One of the highly-
anticipated events in this
celebration is a farmer's
contest for the biggest farm
harvest and livestock.
Talip Festival
 The Talip Festival is held to
honor an old covenant that
delivered enduring peace to
the ethnic communities of
Ilocos Norte region. It is
commemorated in the
municipalities of Adams,
Carasi, Dumalneg, and Nueva
Era every May.
 Norte.
 This was originally for 19 very large
turbines placed 236 meters apart, but
it is now being expanded to 49
turbines. The province's current
electrical power production is roughly
25 megawatts, accounting for nearly
40% of the province's total electrical
power.
Kapurpurawan White Rock Formation
 Thousands of years ago, the
Kapurpurawan Rock Formation was
formed by an accumulation of particles
deposited on the coasts by sea waves
and wind. In chemistry, this is referred
to as sedimentation. Its awe-inspiring
geological shapes and natural features
operate across a wide range of
geological cycles. The rock formation is
around 3 kilometers from the main
highway, so to see it up close, you'll
have to walk along a rutted path or go
horseback riding.
Ilocus Sur Burgos Museum Kannawidan Festival
 The Padre Burgos Museum is one of  The Kannawidan Ylocos event
three historic structures that make up commemorates the
the National Museum of Ilocos establishment of the province
Regional Museum Complex (National of Ilocos Sur. It is a month-
Museum Ilocos). The museum is an long festival that begins the
ancestral house built in 1788 that has last week of January and
been designated as a historical finishes the first week of
structure due to its connection to the February.It is the Ilocanos'
slain priest, Fr. Jose Burgos (1837- way of thanking the Almighty
1872), whose assassination, along with for not only the many
the deaths of two other priests, benefits, but also for the
started the anti-Spanish colonial province's rich tradition,
uprising. which includes deep family
Pagburnayan (Jar Making Factory) relationships among the
 For many years, the Jar Factory has Ilocanos.It is customary for a
been a popular site for most travelers mass to be celebrated at the
visiting Vigan City who wish to witness St. Paul Metropolitan
and experience the craft of pottery. Cathedral during the festival's
Fidel Antiporda Go, a National Folk opening day. It is followed by
Artist, owns it. His Chinese ancestors a parade around Vigan City of
were the first to establish a clay jar the Patron Saints of the 40
pottery industry in town, earning the parishes as well as
village the name Pagburnayan. representations of Jesus
Christ and the Virgin Mary.
 Calle Crisologo
 Many people are unaware that before
the name Calle Crisologo, the street
was known as Calle Escolta de Vigan
when Juan de Salcedo discovered the
town in 1572. The street, which was
formed long before the Galleon Trade,
served as the commercial heart of
Northern Luzon. The business center of
the foreign migrant traders, including
Chinese, Spanish, Mexican, Japanese,
and other European businessmen, was
Calle Crisologo, commonly known as
"Kasanglayan" (place of the Chinese).
Baluarte Mini Zoo
 Former Ilocos governor Luis "Chavit"
Singson owns this 100-hectare
zoological park and resort complex
Vigan is known as the "Home of the Big
Cats" because of its 8 Bengal Tigers, 6
White Lions, and 2 Leopards, among
other animals, some of which are
native to the Philippines.Ostriches,
spotted deer, and donkeys live freely in
an open area where guests can get up
up and personal with them. Other
animals, such as camels, zebras, and
reptiles, are housed in cages.
La Union Ma Cho Temple
 The Ma-Cho Temple, dedicated to Lin
Mo, or Mazu as she is more generally
known, was built in 1975. San
Fernando, La Union is the location of
this temple. It's seven stories high, and
there's a variety of methods to get
Viva Vigan Festival of the Arts
 The Viva Vigan Festival of the
Arts, held every May 1-7, is a
festival set in a setting rich in
history and tradition, cultural
treasures, and reminiscences.
It has grown into one of the
most important cultural
events in the North. The
Calesa Parade, Santacruzan,
Inabel Fashion Show, Ramada
contest, concerts, traditional
games, and the 2nd Vigan
heritage astounding race are
all show stoppers.
Bagnet Festival
 Bagnet is one of the most
well-known and popular
Filipino dishes. Bagnet is also
known as "sitsaron" or
"chicaron" in other locations,
but it refers to the Narvacan
bagnet. Bagnet is quite
popular in Ilocos Sur,
particularly in the town of
Narvacan, where the Bagnet
Festival is held every
December. Narvacan is a well-
known producer of a variety
of high-quality products,
including tobacco, rice, onion,
corn, and the so-called golden
leaf. Apart from that, the
town is also home to one of
the Philippines' best-tasting
sweets, the Bagnet. Bagnet is
a versatile dish that can be
eaten with or without sauce.
It's generally dipped in
vinegar or garlic-infused fish
paste.
Baggak Festival
 The first week of Bauang's
Baggak Festival celebrations
was a success, with people
from all walks of life
participating in the festivities,
which also happened to fall
 there. The Bell Tower, Drum Tower,
Bamboo Garden, Liang Thing Pagoda,
two circular pools, and the Majestic
Five Door Gate are just a few of the
Ma-Cho Temple's features. The
temple's interior is adorned with old
Chinese artwork and decorations. As
soon as they step through the door,
everyone will be grateful.
Bauang Beach
 Recognizing the economic
consequences of coastline
degradation, the municipal
government started the "Rediscover
Bauang" project to help revive the
fading tourism business. Instead, this
coastal town concentrated on the
opposite half of its entire shoreline,
which had grown significantly at some
point. With the expansion of the beach
and the intensification of agriculture
initiatives, Bauang has regained some
of its popularity. Eco-tourism has
become more than a trend; it has
piqued people's curiosity. Farmers in
the south invited the public to pick
grapes in their vineyards. Bauang has
suddenly become recognized as the
fruit basket of the north.
Balay Anito Falls
 "Balay Anito Falls" translates to
"Unseen Friends' House" or "Anitos'
House." It's a massive waterfall that
cascades into a 20-meter-deep pool
known as "ban-aw." The walls are so
steep that getting down requires
clinging to the exposed roots of trees
along the brink.
around the Christmas
holidays. On the opening day,
Dec. 16, a Garden Show, Food
Fair, and Photo Exhibit were
among the attractions that
opened. Throughout the
night, eight choirs performed
and serenaded the audience
with Christmas carols,
demonstrating their musical
prowess.
Dinengdeng Festival
 The Dinengdeng Festival is the
district of Agoo, La Union,
Philippines' official
celebration. Every year in the
summer, it celebrates the
cuisine from which it gets its
name. One of the main
motivations for the
"Dinengdeng Festival" is to
promote neighborhood
tourism in the town, which is
one of the district's
established Spanish villages.
The festival has easily been
linked to the region, replacing
the old topic of one of its
essential farmed goods,
tobacco. Any vegetable-
stewed dish is referred to as
dinengdeng in Ilocano.
Traditionally cooked in a
"banga," a local word for an
earthenware cooking pot
used by the families of local
pioneers in the old days. In
fact, the "banga" is currently
being restored.
Basi Festival
 Every year in the first week of
May, the Basi Festival is
celebrated to commemorate
the sugar wine that bears its
name. Sports competitions,
festive games, variety shows,
street fairs & delicacies, and
Miss Naguilian Basi 2011 are

Bacsil Ridge Monument
 Bacsil Ridge is one of the region's most
well-known battlegrounds. The site is
around 10 kilometers east of the city
proper, on a steep landscape. It was
the border between the Japanese Line,
which was created in mid-January
1945, and the USAPIF-Joint NI's 121st
Infantry Regiment. The city's hard-
fought and won war is commemorated
by a monument on the ridge.
Pangasinan Hundred Island National Park
 The Hundred Islands, located around
five hours from Manila, are a great
getaway from the city's rush and
bustle. A low-cost and enjoyable way
to see the tropical Philippines, whether
on a day trip or an overnight vacation,
camping or staying in one of the four
developed islands – Quezon Island,
Governor's Island, Marcos Island, and
the Children's Islands. Hundred Islands
guarantees a well-deserved escape in
this portion of Pangasinan, with its
white sand beaches, caverns,
limestone rocks and cliffs, and
abundant marine life.
Patar Beach
 Patar Beach is a creamy white sand
beach with a gentle slope from the
coast that makes it ideal for swimming.
Because it is a public beach, it receives
among the customary
activities at the festival, which
promotes Basi as a local
product.This year's festival
theme is "Tattan Naguilian,"
which means "Now" in
Ilocano (dialect), and now is
the moment for all
Naguilianons to work for true
prosperity, togetherness,
peace and order,
environmental awareness,
and other aspects toward a
progressive town and
eventually towards cityhood.
Dumayo Festival
 The Dumayo Festival is held
every year in Urdaneta City to
thank God for the many
blessings the city has received
over the years. Other
activities included the Basbas
ng Pag-iisang Dibdib (free
mass wedding), bloodletting
activity, tree planting for
environmental preservation,
jobs fair, and a fun run for a
good cause. The grand parade
featured carabaos adorned
with various ornaments.
Street dancers from the city,
as well as street dancers
(guests) from other
municipalities.
Pistay Dayat (Feast of the Sea)
 The Pista'y Dayat Festival is a
mash-up of nine traditional
events: the Galicayo Festival
of Manaoag, the Pandan
 hardly minimal maintenance. This is
evidenced by the tangle of seaweed in
some spots, particularly during the hot
and dry months of April and May. As
you travel south down the coast, you'll
come across several additional
stretches of white sand beach with
coral rock formations and little bays.
The towns of Agno, Bani, Burgos, and
Dasol all have good beach areas along
this coastline. From internet satellite
maps, you can clearly see lovely white-
sand beaches along Pangasinan's
western coast – many of which are
now inaccessible – just waiting to be
discovered.
Enchanted Cave
 A sweetwater pool can be found inside
Enchanted Cave, a small karst cave.
Because of the hot weather in the
Phillipines, the water inside the cave is
warm, but cooler than outside, hence
many people consider a swim inside
the cave to be refreshing. The cave is
privately owned and well-kept, with
concrete walkways and electric
lighting. Inside the building, there is a
kind of swimming pool rim where
guests can enter the water. However,
it is also possible (and less expensive)
to simply visit the cave.
Festival of Mapandan, the
Longganisa Festival of
Alaminos, the Sugpo Festival
of Binmaley, the Mango and
Bamboo Festival of San Carlos
City, the Puto Festival of
Calasiao, the Binongey
Festival of Anda, the Sawali
Festival of Labrador, and the
Pista'y With all of this
entertainment and bustle,
travelers should be careful to
avoid paying a high
international transaction fee
on their credit cards. Choose a
card for international travel
that avoids such costs while
maximizing points, which can
be used for travel or other
benefits. There are several
cards available that will
refund you for overseas ATM
fees. If you do your
homework, you'll be able to
find a card that meets your
travel requirements.
Sigay Festival
 Binmaley, Pangasinan,
commonly known as the
"Seafood Capital of the
North," hosts the Sigay
Festival, a big festival. From
January 15th to February 2nd,
there will be a one-week
celebration. The Sigay Festival
is held every year to promote
and honor Binmaley's
aquaculture business, which is
the community's primary
source of income. The town is
known as the "Fishbowl of
Pangasinan" because of its
strategic location as having
the largest land area for
aquaculture in Pangasinan.
The word "sigay" refers to a
harvest or a time when
luxurious yields from the land,
 ponds, rivers, and oceans are
collected.
Bolinao Falls
 Bolinao Falls 1 also features the tallest
cliff of the three waterfalls, making it
the greatest option for thrill seekers.
You can choose to dive with or without
a life vest and plunge into the clear,
turquoise waters from a 2-story high
jump-off point. You'll need to hike for
5-10 minutes to reach the falls, but it's
a quick and easy hike that's well worth
it!

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