Malacanang of the North | White House of the North

Malacanang of the North also known as the White House of the North..This palace in northern Ilocos overlooks Paoay Lake, and is the residence of ousted president Ferdinand Marcos and his family when they are in the north..

The palace overlooking the legendary Paoay Lake

Our first stop and first picture in Laoag

The front view of the palace,they don't allow to bring bags and foods. But Cameras are fine.

Paintings of Madam Imelda Marcos and former President Ferdinand Marcos

Paintings of Madam Marcos hanged on her room..

Spacious bedrooms

I love the bedrooms with huge windows.

Nice and elegant furniture.

Dining hall and study room

The Malacañang of the North is one of the 29 houses that the Marcos regime was able to build during its two decades of power..

This house is truly impressive. It combines both the Ilocano and Spanish architectural designs. Now managed by the Department of Tourism, entrance fees are P30 and P10 for adults and children respectively. It is open from 9am-11:30am and 1pm-4:30pm daily except on Mondays. Next on the list is the legendary Paoay Lake.

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

7:41 AM

Malacanang of the North | White House of the North

Malacanang of the North also known as the White House of the North..This palace in northern Ilocos overlooks Paoay Lake, and is the residenc...

Read More

Paoay Lake National Park and Protected Landscape

I'm truly impressed on the Malacanang of the North palace that turned into museum because despite the lapse of time, they were able to preserve the beauty of the place. Just few kilometers from the palace is the Paoay Lake, it is the freshwater system in Paoay, Ilocos Norte. It is located 3 kilometers away from the sea in Suba. The lake is composed of natural of fresh water, where over 300 crop farmers are provided with irrigation to supply water for their crops. Paoay Lake is locally called dakkel danum.

The most prominent feature of the municipality is Paoay Lake. Legend has it that it was the site of a barangay filled with wicked people buried under feet of water after ignoring the warning of a mysterious old woman who came to the place..

A spectacular view of the lake..

On the shores of the lake lies a mansion that belongs to the Marcoses.

After seeing the breath-taking view of Paoay Lake, our guide showed us the famous Paoay Church also known as St. Augustine Church..

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

7:29 AM

Paoay Lake National Park and Protected Landscape

I'm truly impressed on the Malacanang of the North palace that turned into museum because despite the lapse of time, they were able to ...

Read More

Paoay Church | St. Augustine Church - UNESCO World Heritage Site

After appreciating the beauty of the legendary Paoay Lake, we headed to the beautiful and historical Paoay Church also known as St. Augustine Church located in the town of Paoay in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Church is a unique combination of Gothic, Baroque and Oriental designs.

Known as the “Earthquake Baroque” church in the Philippines.

The long isle to altar.

Its bell tower, which is detached from its main building, is made of coral stone. It stands a safe distance away to spare the sanctuary in case of collapse.

 

At our back are the buttresses for support of church in case of an earthquake..

Before we proceed to our next stop we ate at Jollibee for lunch to have more energy. Then off we go to, Marcos Museum and Mausoleum

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

7:18 AM

Paoay Church | St. Augustine Church - UNESCO World Heritage Site

After appreciating the beauty of the legendary Paoay Lake , we headed to the beautiful and historical Paoay Church also known as St. Augusti...

Read More

Marcos Photo Gallery, Marcos Museum and Mausoleum

After the famous Paoay Church (also known as the St. Augustine Church)..We headed now to the Marcos Photo Gallery and Marcos Museum which showcases memorabilia of the late Philippines President Ferdinand E. Marcos..

Main entrance to Marcos Photo-gallery

Inside were collections of photos..

Second batch of pictures, actually the whole inside showcased all of the Marcoses pictures..

 

Madam Marcos table and huge paint at the middle of the Museum..

OMG!!! 98.01% as average..I really salute your knowledge...

An old house of the Marcoses, this is not open for public..

Marcos Museum was a large stately and gloomy tomb housing his embalmed remains which are contained in a vacuum-sealed glass coffin...No cameras allowed..So we just took picture of it's outside..

Ilocos Norte has always been Marcos territory. Our guide told us that our next stop is Sand Dunes, also known as Dessert of the North.

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

6:58 AM

Marcos Photo Gallery, Marcos Museum and Mausoleum

After the famous Paoay Church (also known as the St. Augustine Church). .We headed now to the Marcos Photo Gallery and Marcos Museum which s...

Read More

The Dessert of the North “La Paz Sand Dunes”

After the Marcos Museum and Mausoleum, our next destination was the La Paz Sand Dunes or Desert of the North. One of the unique attraction in the city of Laoag for being a sandy coastal desert with an area of 85 square kilometers. This is considered to be a National Geological Monument because of its uniqueness being a desert environment.

This was a protected national part covering sand and beach..

This was a protected national part covering sand and beach..

 

 

We stayed here around 15 minutes, because of the unbearable heat of the sun..We headed now to our next stop, the Museo Ilocos Norte..

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

6:49 AM

The Dessert of the North “La Paz Sand Dunes”

After the Marcos Museum and Mausoleum, our next destination was the La Paz Sand Dunes or Desert of the North. One of the unique attraction ...

Read More

Museo Ilocos Norte | Museum of Ilocos Norte

After seeing the Sand Dunes, we now went to Museo Ilocos Norte, one of the best ways to get to know Ilocano culture is by visiting the museum. The museum was primarily designed to bring a sense of pride to the citizens of the province.

It is a two storey building, displaying lots of antiques and artifacts..

Entrance fees..

Those that hanged were tobaccos..

Second floor showcasing the living quarters of the Ilocanos..

 

And as for our last stop was the famous Sinking bell tower and St. William Cathedral. This is just few meters away from the Museum.

Lots of Love,

byUnknown

in Ilocos, Ilocos Norte

6:41 AM

Museo Ilocos Norte | Museum of Ilocos Norte

After seeing the Sand Dunes , we now went to Museo Ilocos Norte, one of the best ways to get to know Ilocano culture is by visiting the muse...

Read More