PACO PARK AND CEMETERY, MANILA

Paco Park is a recreational garden area and served as Manila's municipal cemetery during the Spanish colonial period. This structure was built in the 18th century and was completed in 1822. Its original design is to be a municipal cemetery for the influential and aristocratic Spanish families living in Manila and Intramuros but also served as the peaceful dwelling place for those victims of the cholera epidemic.

Fort Santiago during World Tourism Day

This is part of Celebrating the World Tourism Day 2017 in Intramuros; Fort Santiago was my first destination. Walking beside this gigantic wall is absolutely remarkable as it embarks the significance of the past to current. Just by reading on the writings placed by the management in different corner, you can foresee what have transpired inside this wall centuries ago. Also, we can distinguish who are the prominent people imprisoned and tortured here, like Jose Rizal. Photos below will give you more excitement.

SAN SEBASTIAN CHURCH, MANILA

San Sebastian Church or Basilica Minore de San Sebastian is a Minor Basilica in the City of Manila. The very first structure of this church is situated on a land donated by Don Bernardino Castillo, a devotee of Saint Sebastian, in 1621. It was made up of wood, but was burned in 1651. So it was then replaced by a structure made of bricks but was destroyed again by fire and earthquakes.

Manila Cathedral, Intramuros

Manila Cathedral or the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica is situated in the district of Intramuros in Manila. Originally, this church was the "Church of Manila" which was established and under the management of the Diocese of Mexico in 1571, but later in 1579 it became a separate diocese. 

San Agustin Church, Manila

San Agustin Church in Manila is considered as the oldest church in the Philippines, recognized by the NCCA and UNESCO historical landmark. Like the other old churches in the Philippines, this church faced several natural disasters like earthquakes and was burned several times. The very first structure was built in 1571 made of nipa and bamboo but was destroyed by fire during the invasion of Limahong, a Chinese pirate, in 1574. The same spot, a new structure was built and was made of wood. In 1586, a new structure made of adobe stone was constructed, lead by the Augustinians.

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse

It is also known as the Burgos Lighthouse, a 66-foot-tall octagonal stone tower on Vigia de Nagpartian Hill with an overlooking scene of Cape Bojeador. It is one of the historical landmarks and a cultural heritage erected during the Spanish era in the Philippines. This lighthouse was first designed by Magin Pers and Pers in 1887 and finished by the Lighthouse Service under Guillermo Brockman.

Sto. Niño Cold Spring, Camiguin

Sto. Nino Cold Spring is one of Camiguin’s top tourist destinations. By its name, you can easily expect fresh and cold spring water. I had no plans to get wet, especially with the temperature of the water, it was really a NO NO. Because of its super dupper clear water, I dipped into the water and experienced how great this cold spring is. I was also stunned by the bottom of the pool, there are no silts because it is made of concrete.

Bura Soda Water Park, Camiguin

Bura Soda Water Park in Camiguin has a swimming pool with crystal-clear water. I know you're wondering why they call it Soda, it's because the water coming out from this spring tastes like a soda and it is safe to drink. Like Sto. Nino Cold Spring, this natural pool also has cool, refreshing and crystal clear water (photos below are proof).

Guiob Church Ruins

The old Guiob Church was damaged by the volcanic eruption that happened centuries ago, damaging the other structures on the island. The Old Church Ruin of Camiguin is composed of meter-wide walls and huge columns. These walls and columns are made of coral stones and are now covered with mosses and plants.

Calle Crisologo

It is also called Mena Crisologo Street, named after Mena Pecson Crisologo, who is the most respected son of Ilocos. He wrote Mining wenno Ayat ti Kararwa, which is compared to Jose Rizal's Noli Me Tangere; he is also the author of Don Calixtofaro de la Kota Caballero de la Luna and Codigo Municipal. With these stunning heritage houses, Calle Crisologo is definitely the top tourist attraction in Vigan City.