region 1 - car attractions Flashcards
where is located the colibra island?
panggadinan
The Saint Augustine Church, commonly
known as the
Paoay Church
a Roman
Catholic church in the Municipality of
Paoay, Ilocos Norte.It is a UNESCO World
Heritage-listed site, and one of the
favorite cultural and historical site up
in the north. It is about 19km southwest
of Laoag City .
Paoay Church
Colibra Island is
also known as
snake Island or Camaso Island.
This was named
after the sea snakes which are abundant on the rocky part
of the island.
Colibra Island
The island is small, about two hectares of coralline
island. You can explore the whole island in less than one
hour. Since the island is privately owned and managed
privately, there is a minimal amount of entrance fee and
docking fee for every boat upon arrival.
Colibra Island
it is a 400-year old watchtower
along Luna’s pebble-covered seashore that
faces the West Philippine Sea. The
Spanish colonizers built the tower to
keep watch of the olden times’ impending
pirate attacks, other foreign invaders,
and any other dangers from the sea
Baluarte Watch Tower
This church is
perched on a hill and offers stunning
vistas. Its baroque design and
historical importance make it a must-
visit. This church is a UNESCO listed
Heritage Site as part of the baroque
churches in the country .The
Augustinians had this built in the
1760s
Santa Maria Church
This beautiful church in Vigan
has centuries of history behind
it.It was only a small chapel
made of wood upon its
establishment in 1574.After
several decades ,it became a
church in 1641 and grew in
prominence and reach.
St. Paul Cathedral
This historic bell tower served
as a watchtower during the
Spanish era. Climb to the top
for panoramic views of the
surrounding area and appreciate
its architectural significance.
Bantay Church Bell Tower
is a
cultural heritage structure in Burgos, Ilocos
Norte, that was established during the Spanish
Colonial period in the Philippines. The
lighthouse was first lit on March 30, 1892, and
is set high on Vigia de Nagpartian Hill
overlooking the scenic where early
galleons used to sail by. After over 100 years,
it still functions and serves ships that enter
the Philippine archipelago from the north and
guide them safely away from the rocky coast of
the town.
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse also known as
Burgos Lighthouse
Located in Alaminos, this park features about 124
islands and islets across the Lingayen Gulf. Enjoy
island-hopping, snorkeling, kayaking, and more in
this beautiful archipelagoThe Hundred Islands
National Park is the first national park and a
protected area located in Alaminos City, Pangasinan
in the northern Philippines. The islands, totaling
124 at low tide and 123 at high tide, are scattered
in Lingayen Gulf covering an area of 16.76 square
kilometers (6.47 sq mi). Only four of them have been
developed for tourism: Marcos Island, Governor
Island, Quezon Island, and Children’s Island
Hundred Islands
This liglhthouse stands atop Punta Piedra Point in
Barangay Patar, Bolinao. Although it’s no longer
operational, its unique architecture makes it a
perfect tourist spot.________________in
Patar is one of the most significant landmarks in
Bolinao, Pangasinan. It is one of the oldest
lighthouses in the Philippines and is situated on
Punta Piedra Point, a towering hill of solid rock,
which is the sharp point of ________ itself. It
is the second tallest of five lighthouses in the
country, with a height of about 107 meters above
sea level, including the elevation of the hill it
is located on.
Cape Bolinao Lighthouse
it is a 900-meter Austrian Modular
Bridge built across Abra River, one of the
largest river systems in the Philippines. It was
designed by Waagner Biro Philippines, Inc. and
was completed in the year 2010. Constructed along
the Abra-Ilocos Norte National Road, it connects
the three municipalities of La Paz, Danglas and
Lagayan to Bangued, the capital town of Abra. It
town of Abra. It greatly helps the people of Abra
by reducing the travel time from Bangued to these
municipalities and to Laoag City by at least one
hour, passing through the Abra-Ilocos Norte Road.
Abra River CalabaBridge
Discover the charming town of
________, known for its hanging
coffins, serene atmosphere, and
beautiful caves.
Sagada
The Patapat Viaduct, also known -
Patapat BRIDGE
it is a viaduct at the municipality of
Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, a coastal resort town on the
northernmost tip of Luzon.
The bridge is elevated 31 meters (102 ft) over
sea level. It is a concrete coastal bridge and
connects the Maharlika Highway from Ilocos Region to
Cagayan Valley. 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.
Patapat Viaduct
This historic bell tower served
as a watchtower during the
Spanish era. Climb to the top
for panoramic views of the
surrounding area and appreciate
its architectural significance.
Bantay Church Bell Tower
)__________Is the premium ecotourism
destination of Barlig. Soaring to more than
2,
702 MASL, it is the highest peak in Mountain
Province and the fourth highest in Luzon.
Some sources, however, suggest that Mt
Amuyao is 2, 862 MASL. If verified, this will
make it to the top ten highest mountains in
the
Philippines
Mt. Amuyao
one the most visited churches in the Philippines. It
is situated on top of the hill of the small town of
Manaoag in the Province of Pangasinan. It is where
the miraculous image of Our Lady of the Rosary of
Manaoag, locally known as Inang Birhen ng Manaoag or
Apo Baket is enshrined. The remarkably long history
of the church since the establishment of the mission
of Santa Monica by the Augustinian friars when they
first arrived in the Province of Pangasinan for
evangelization is indeed something to be treasured
by the folks of Manaoag.
Minor Basilica of Our Lady of
the Rosary Manaoag
is a hidden gem located in
Barangay Amontoc, San Gabriel, La Union. It
provides a relaxing view and a thrilling cliff
diving experience for the tourist and
adventure seeker. ___________ has a height
of 15 meters or 50 feet. Because of its
majestic two-tier cascading waterfalls, the
clear and cold water, it’s become one of the
must-visit destinations in the Philippines
Tangadan Falls
This 70-feet waterfalls is made picturesque
because of the beautifully layered rock strata
from which it flows down to a catch-basin that
is ideal for swimming. One particular
waterfalls that is pretty easy and accessible
is __________ in the Municipality of
Naguilian. Formerly called Burayok Falls, the
falls is just about seven kilometers away from
the town proper. The best time to visit the
falls is between the months of July to
December.
Tuddingan Falls
is one of Abra’s most famous
attractions. Unlike typical waterfalls,
Tineg (where this n Falls is located) is
uniquely terraced, cascading down bare
limestone rocks.Kaparkan or Mulawin
Waterfalls as commonly called by the locals
is a multi-tiered waterfalls that became
famous about 3 or 4 years ago when a group
of mountaineers have discovered it. Since
then tourist started to flocked this
isolated road leading to one of nature’s
masterpiece.
Kaparkan Falls
