Eagle of the North Review
The gigantic Eagle of the North statue in Agoo, La Union is hard to miss. Located along the Jose D. Aspiras Highway, the concrete structure is an iconic landmark and tourist attraction.
The gigantic Eagle of the North statue in Agoo, La Union is hard to miss. Located along the Jose D. Aspiras Highway, the concrete structure is an iconic landmark and tourist attraction.
Dedicated to Apo Caridad (Ilocano for Our Lady of Charity), the Agoo Basilica's baroque architecture and rich history makes it a popular pilgrimage site in Agoo, La Union. It was consecrated as in 1975 as a Marian Shrine and elevated as a Minor Basilica in 1982.
Santiago White Sand is no less than a picture-perfect tropical paradise. It offers an unobstructed sunset views against the West Philippine Sea.
Visit one of Santiago's most treasured culutural icons: the inabel weaving method showcased in the Corazon C. Agosto Ethnic Handloom Weaving center. Named after the master weaver and inabel patttern mentor, the center showcases the traditional weaving process as well as the intricate final products.
These towering rock formations get their name from how they peculiarly seem like they were cut right down the middle - hence the name Mapisi, which means "to cut" in Ilocano. Located on a stretch of white sand beach along Brgy. Ambucao, it attracts tourists because of its unique view of the sea through the rock formations' iconic middle gap.
Nuestra Señora Dela Asuncion Church
The majestic Pinsal Falls, also known locally as "Twin Falls" because of its twin cascades of water, is known for its fascinating origin myth similar to that of Adam and Eve's. The twin falls descend from a whopping 85 feet high. One of its key features is its largest natural pool, which is called the "Tugot ni Angalo" ("Footprints of Angalo"). The origin myths say that the natural pool was formed by a man named Angalo while he was out in search of his beloved, Aran.
This ecotourism destination is a reforestation site developed as part of the local sustainable tourism program. It is home to several native tree species which provide a lush backdrop for outdoor adventure activities such as hike and bike trails, tree walking, mountain tubing, and aerial walking. There are also tent rentals for camping as well as events packages where groups can rent out the venue for a fee.
One of Vigan's most popular pork dishes, bagnet or deep-fried pork belly is a sumptuous pork dish found almost everywhere in Vigan.
This must-see religious museum, which was completed in 1783, is the lone 18th century arzobispado in the Philippines. Being the museum of the Archbishop’s Palace and residence, it contains the throne room, archdiocesan relics, archives, manuscripts, and photos of baroque churches.