Laoag in Philippines

Laoag

From Vigan to Laoag, we hired 2 SUVs worth 2,500 each (I think… I forgot… but price is around that much). We asked for them to make a pitstop to Paoay Church :)

1. Paoay Church – This church is once again a part of UNESCO World Heritage site for Philippine’s Baroque Churgues. Lucky you guys, you stepped on 2 out of 5 World Heritage sites :P

Paoay Church, Laoag, Ilocos NortePaoay Bell Tower

I explained how the Paoay Church was built. They didn’t believe me at first lol. Most of the old churches here in the Philippines are built using egg yokes. People used to offer eggs for the church to be built. The egg yokes were put in between the rocks and corrals that make up the church. The church is also known for its huge buttress on the side as support.

I feel so pandai (smart) now knowing our Philippine history woot!

Yes, once again I’m quoting from 10 Malaysian Bloggers Invade Northern Luzon Philippines

Church of Paoay

parish founded by Augustinian Missionaries, 1593. Cornerstone of church laid, 1704; of convent, 1707; of tower, 1793. Used before completion and kept in repair by the people under the joint auspices of the church and the town officials. Inauguration ceremonies, 28 February 1896. Church damaged by earthquake, 1706 and 1927; Tower used as observation post by katipuneros during the revolution, by guerrilleros during the japanese occupation.

“Holy water” which I ain’t touching…

The exterior of bantay church.

Metal thing behind a jeep to hook ropes. Make nice wide angle view.

The new place where we overnight. Comfy!

Balay da Blas Pension House

Their tag line is “Champaigne and Luxury on a Beer Budget”