Bicol, Meryll Mae G.

VIGAN FIELDTRIP Treasure the memories, filled with

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sceneries, man-made structures, the preserved culture, sweet and unique delicacies, architectural significance, these made a great time for everyone. We travelled almost 11hrs from Batangas to Ilocos and thankfully God blessed us a safe trip. Inside the bus, lots of happiness were shared that made a bonding between us. Patient through excitement awaits and the almost stress free days had given to us. Eventhough we were delayed and unable to take a look at Pagudpod, our instructors made ways for us to easily maintain the happiness we had shared in each other.

Marcos Museum At first, we dropped by this museum that showcases memorabilia of late Pres.

Marcos. The museum was well organized. While looking at pictures and everything on it, I can see how Marcos really tried to make ways for his

constituents but because of his undying love for Imelda, he made decisions he think he needed to. A large and gloomy tomb of Marcos was sealed in glass coffin. And suddenly, I wondered why cant he be buried until now?

Paoay Church

Our next stop was in this picture perfect Baroque church. The faade was great and everything looks really great. Pictures everywhere with lots of smiles. Who can even resist the beauty of this church? Every detail was on hand and really fascinating to the eyes. The unique combination, baroque and oriental styles is commonly known as Earthquake Baroque. Paoay church is something to be proud for it was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cant we preserved more old churches so we can have more to visits and be proud for?

Malacanang of the North This promises not only the interesting to visitors also view at a of its memorabilia eyes but

picturesque Paoay Lake

courtyard, breathing in the fresh breeze of air and relaxing view of Paoay Lake really calm your spirit. Everything on this place looked grand and really suits for First Family at Marcos time. Someday, I want to have this kind of home to live in, at peace on its own place.

Sand Dunes

As we are blessed to have a tropical climate, this kind of place is somewhat an extraordinary adventurous attraction we need to develop. Plenty of sand, some trees, steep mountain of sand, windy place, all are in balance. We had ride on a 4x4 to experience an adrenaline rush while shouting and unstoppable laughs made a memorable enjoyment. Sand boarding was somewhat a good time to let go of your weigh and stress. Everything here was worth it even the sand on your skin.

KAPURPURWAN ROCK FORMATION Here naturally wonderfully stunning place in this and made where

massive rock formations shines in white color was a surely a great attraction for everyones eyes. When we arrived, it was quite raining here or maybe the huge waves were the reasons why our hair and skin were somewhat sticky. We didnt try to have a horseback ride for it was out of our t ime. Windy, cloudy but we still go on and leave footsteps while smiling and taking pictures we can surely treasure. Bangui Windmills These giant windmills are really fascinating. These supply the 40% of Ilocos Nortes electricity. There are 20 windmills, others are spinning while others stay calm. Here was also windy and cloudy, so that it makes somewhat hard to take or have great pictures with

windmills. When I came near on one of the windmill, I felt so small, and waves are like planning to give some show. But thank God, none of

us got hurt rather happiness took all along on our stay. Beautiful and useful at its finest. Heritage Resort of Caoayan It took 4hrs for us to be on this place, here is where we ate dinner, had swimming and a good shower for all of us. Creepy imaginations somewhat came on our minds at night because some of the rooms are located near a cemetery. But by Gods grace, everything turned out so fine. In the morning, breakfast was still so good and the accommodation were so great. By before lunch we had our devotion time led by Arch/Ptr. Catequista, again there were lot of lessons learned. And after packing all our things, we were ready again to go on a trip.

Baluarte Gov. Chavit Singson was the owner of this huge land and attraction site. Baluarte was an interactive wildlife sanctuary and facility with its breathtaking

sceneries of a green environment that made it somewhat different from other zoos. And his house which was gold plated was just as stunning as it be. The people where all in excitement while touring in its wide perimeters. I bought four small flutes to give for my little cousins. I regret riding in the free pony ride, but still satisfaction reigns. And we finally, get back on our bus and so excited to be on the center town, Vigan.

Before we travel around the famous street of Calle Crisologo, we took a calesa ride, our kutsero was an old man with a horse named Manny. At first, he brought us in the bell tower but we didnt walk in for we are too hungry. Then, after a long ride we came by a restaurant named Hidden Garden, bagnet and Malaga fish were the foods we had tried to eat. And I wont forget how this restaurant really symbolizes Philippine architecture. Also, the structures built in

the town was on heritage style and everything was really fascinating to the eyes. The capitolio, fountains, churches, must see buildings. Heritage Village Calle Crisologo They said this was the major

attraction of Vigan for this street was an evidence of how we are conquered by the Spanish and the architecture still remains. I had a high respect for this street or rather this town for their effort to preserve everything that can signifies how life in the past is. Here, we bought some souvenirs, like tshirts printed with Vigan descriptions. We ate in a small restaurant and tried the monster fries in which one of my classmate forgot his keychain souvenirs. We filled our eyes with all the street can offer. I just love seeing all the heritage structures or houses, the antique furniture and the people around the street.

Conclusion After all the places we had travelled, I realized how blessed we are on having these kinds of attractions in just one province. Everything was worth all the waits and everything was just an

exemplary memories to treasure for. The natural and the man-made attractions were all stunning on their own significances. Great

experiences together with lovely classmates, friends and instructors made this a fun filled travelling.