The Philippines: 7 to go in ILOCOS NORTE (part 1)

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Ilocos Norte is located north of the Philippines, facing South China Sea on its west side, Cagayan on the northeast, Apayao on the east, Abra in the southeast and Ilocos Sur on its south.  Its capital is Laoag City.  There are 22 municipalities in the province and we went to seven of them (Burgos, Bangui, Pagudpud, Paoay, Batac, Bacarra, Currimao) for their famous attractions.





7 must-see destinations in Ilocos Norte
The tour in Ilocos Norte took us to 7 municipalities in the province.  We rented a van for a two-day tour of Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur, for $170.  The van comfortably seats 7 persons.  Contact number of the van operator is +639194746513 (hope he hasn't changed numbers since then).


CAPE BOJEADOR Lighthouse (Destination 1 of 7)
Burgos, Ilocos Norte

Outside Cape Bojeador, also known as the Burgos Lighthouse

This still functioning lighthouse is set on a hill named Vigia de Nagparitan and is overlooking the South China Sea.  This was first lit on March 30, 1892.

What's inside the lighthouse

WIND FARM (Destination 2 of 7)
Bangui, Ilocos Norte
The famous windmills, count at 15, are spaced 326 meters apart, with height equivalent to a 23-storey bldg ...big, majestic and awesome!  The wind turbines were inaugurated on 2005 provide 40% of the power requirements of Ilocos Norte.

Bangui Windmills

More beautiful spots in Pagudpud like the Saud Beach, Blue Lagoon and the Patapat Viaduct...in our next stop.