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Beautiful colonial architecture of Lingayen Capitol

    The beautiful Capitol of Lingayen in Pangasinan, built in 1918 during the American colonial period, is an outstanding piece of neoclassic state architecture that has survived the ravages of World War II.

    Bamboo + malagkit + gata = binungey

      Binungey or binongey is a rice delicacy in Pangasinan which is malagkit (sticky rice) soaked in coconut extract and steamed in bamboo over fire. It comes from the Pangalatok word nungey, meaning, cooked in bamboo. A unique take that got my interest.

      The Hundred Islands in Pangasinan

        The Hundred Islands off Alaminos in Pangasinan is one of the Philippine’s major and famous natural attractions that is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists each year.

        Surfing in La Union, riding the waves

          Surfing in La Union is ideal. It’s the closest one to Metro Manila, ample public transport system, good roads and the waves caters to all levels from beginners to well seasoned pros. It even has an inviting night life.

          Savoring Batac empanada

            Batac’s empanada is said to be the best produced in Ilocos. Crispy thin shell filled with longanisa, bean sprouts and egg, its a delicious treat that can be a meal in itself.

            Three short stops in Ilocos Norte

              I’m familiar with the usual attractions in Ilocos Norte having traveled to this part of the country many times. Except for Paoay Church, the two other stops: Paoay Lake and Mair-ira Cove was something new to me.

              Sandboarding at the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes

                Sandboarding at the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes is one of the newest attractions in the area. While this adventure sport has been around and is in fact popular in many desert areas, here in the Philippines, its a new and exciting sport.