Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
VIVA VIGAN BINATBATAN FESTIVAL OF ARTS
Highlights
1
Surfing in San Juan
The sweeping beach in
the surf capital of the north has big breakers,
magical sunsets and resorts for every budget.
See p.139
2
Vigan
Atmospheric old Spanish outpost with
cobbled streets, horse-drawn carriages and
lively festivals.
See p.142
3
Ilocos Norte
The province of Ilocos Norte is
full of appeal, from sleepy towns such as Sarrat
to a number of important Marcos-related sites.
See p.149
4
Trekking in the Cordillera
The Cordillera
offers wonderful walks through tribal villages
and UNESCO World Heritage rice terrace
scenery.
See p.160
5
Kabayan
A remote village home to
centuries-old human mummies interred in
caves and burial niches dug out of solid rock.
See p.167
6
Sagada
Celebrated mountain Shangri-La
with hanging co
ns, caves to explore,
whitewater rafting, exceptional trekking and
very cheap lodgings.
See p.172
7
Batanes
Enchanting group of little-visited
rural islands off the northern tip of Luzon,
offering unforgettable scenery and terrific
trekking.
See p.185
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON P.134
