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Welcome to the most famous sand dunes in the Philippines!



The Ilocos Sand Dunes stretches encompasses the towns of Currimao through to Pasuquin in Ilocos Norte. The La Paz Sand Dunes in Laoag City is one of the more popular sand dune destinations in Ilocos Norte. But Paoay Sand Dunes is getting more attention the past years.

Don't get confused, La Paz Sand Dunes is different from Paoay Sand Dunes. The one in Paoay is bigger than La Paz.

Here are the best activities to avail when you visit Paoay Sand Dunes:
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4X4 RIDE EXPERIENCE

To start your Paoay Sand Dunes Adventure, hire a 4x4 Rough Riding vehicle at the base of the site. A fleet of these 4x4s are at your disposal and a professional driver will be your guide to the vast sand dunes.


For 1,500php for a maximum of 5 people per car, the driver will tour the group at the Sand dunes for 30 minutes. Sightseeing and photo sessions can be done for this package.

For the more adventurous type, rent the 4x4 for an hour which will then include sand boarding and thrilling drops on steep sand ridges that will make you scream in excitement. Hold on to the steel bar while standing on the 4x4 for the most exciting adventure in Ilocos Norte.

The sand ridges can go as high as 10-20ft at the most, while the most thrilling ride is the “rollercoaster”, where a series of sand hills will make you hold on to that bar of steel for dear life.




SAND BOARDING

After these rides, try sand boarding where a plank of wood is your equipment to slide over sand folds in the vast landscape. It has the same discipline as skate boarding, such as balance is the key to the sport. 

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Sandboarding is one of the activities at Paoay Sand Dunes

The soft sand is your cushion and your defense to the fear of trying again.

The hardest and most tiring aspect of the sport? Going up again the sandy slope after sliding down, but this will not prevent you to try and try until you do it perfectly. This package will cost 2,500php.

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ATV ADVENTURE

Today, they also offer ATVs for much exciting experience.

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Aside from 4x4 car, you can also rent an ATV at Paoay Sand Dunes

After the thrill, the guide will then drive the group down to the beach shores along the sand dunes. It is a perfect way to end a beautiful and exhilarating adventure.



TRAVEL TIP

Plan your trip either in the early morning to welcome the sunrise (open as early as 5am) just like what we did.

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Team Basti in 2013

Or late afternoon (5-6pm) to glory on the sunset not only because it’s marvelous but also to avoid the heat of the afternoon sun that can reflect to the sand.


ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN ILOCOS NORTE 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Paoay Sand Dunes


  • Why is there sand dunes in Ilocos?
    The sand dunes of Ilocos were created by the interaction of the wind, sea, and river that together cause erosion and deposition. The size of the dunes varies depending on a number of factors, including the currents, weather conditions, nature of winds, amount of sediment, and type of vegetation in the area.

  • How are Paoay sand dunes formed?
    Paoay Sand Dunes is the product of wave action during high tides cause's sand and silt deposited offshore to form sand bars. During low tides, sand bars close to the beach are dried by the wind and sun, which are transported by strong winds blowing toward the land, to finally build up the sand dunes.

  • How much is sand dunes Ilocos?
    Regular price for this package usually costs P2,500 for 3-4 persons. Our rate was 625/pax for a minimum of 4pax per 4×4 truck. That price already included the sandboarding experience and unlimited picture taking.

  • Which is better La Paz Sand Dunes of Paoay sand dunes?
    The La Paz Sand Dunes have steeper drops, while the Paoay has an excellent view of the beach. As for the sand boarding, be prepared to have fun sliding and roll over the sand in some occasions. The La Paz has more options such as standing board, solo sitting sled and duo sitting sled.


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HOW TO GET TO PAOAY SAND DUNES

Paoay Sand Dunes is located along the coast in Municipality of Paoay in Ilocos Norte. There are tricycles you can rent for a day tour around Paoay from Laoag City.


LAOAG CITY can be accessed by the following:

For complete details, visit - LAOAG TRANSPORTATION GUIDE

For airfare and transportation, you may check PISO FARE promos or you can directly compare air, sea and land travel fare and prices here:
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Have fun, Juan!


WHERE TO GO IN ILOCOS?

Batac   Burgos   Laoag   Pagudpud   Paoay   Vigan


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PAOAY SAND DUNES: 4x4 Adventure in Ilocos Norte!

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Be amazed with this Baroque-style church in the Philippines!



I have visited this place twice (in 2012 and 2013) and both visits I was in awe of this church's beauty. It's truly a breathtaking scene you can only see here in Ilocos Norte.

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About Paoay Church

The Saint Augustine Church (Spanish: Iglesia de San Agustín de Paoay), commonly known as the Paoay Church, is the Roman Catholic church of the municipality of Paoay, Ilocos Norte in the Philippines.

Me at Paoay Church in 2012

Completed in 1710, the church is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building.

The church is declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the Philippine government in 1973 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the collective group of Baroque Churches of the Philippines in 1993.


PAOAY'S PAST

The town of Paoay was originally called "Bombay" as the earliest inhabitants believed to have come from India. The earliest historical record of the area dates back to 1593, becoming an Augustinian independent parish in 1686.Building of the present church was started in 1894 by Augustinian friar Father Antonio Estavillo, completed in 1710 and rededicated in 1896.

Some portions of the church was damaged in the 1865 and 1885 earthquake but was later restored under the initiative of former First Lady Imelda Marcos.



Paoay church is the Philippines' primary example of a Spanish colonial earthquake baroque architecture dubbed by Alicia Coseteng, an interpretation of the European Baroque adapted to the seismic condition of the country through the use of enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building. 

The adaptive reuse of baroque style against earthquake is developed since many destructive earthquakes destroyed earlier churches in the country. Javanese architecture reminiscent of Borobudur of Java can also be seen on the church walls and facade.



The Buttresses

The most striking feature of Paoay Church is the 24 huge buttresses of about 1.67 metres (5.5 ft) thick at the sides and back of the church building.

Paoay Church 2013

Extending from the exterior walls, it was conceived to a solution to possible destruction of the building due to earthquakes. Its stair-like buttresses (known as step buttresses) at the sides of the church is possibly for easy access of the roof.


The Walls

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Its walls are made of large coral stones on the lower part and bricks at the upper levels. The mortar used in the church includes sand and lime with sugarcane juice boiled with mango leaves, leather and rice straw. Its walls suggests Javanese architectural styles.



The Façade 

The stone facade appear as massive pediment rising from the ground and is built leaning towards the front. Square pilasters and stringed cornices divide the facade vertically and horizontally respectively. Its bottom part is plain.

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Gothic features are also present through the use of finials while the triangular pediment shows Chinese elements and Oriental strokes. Crenellations, niches, rosettes and the Augustinian coat of arms can also be seen. Façade is made of brick on the lower level and coral stones on the upper level.


The Bell Tower 

Adjacent to the facade is a three-storey coral bell tower constructed separately from the church building on the right side resembling a pagoda. It was in 1793 when the cornerstone of the bell tower was laid.

Paoay Church 2013

It stands at some distance from the church as a protection against earthquake. It served as observational post for Filipino revolutionaries against the Spaniards in 1898 and by Filipino guerrillas against Japanese soldiers during World War II.

ALSO READ: The Sinking Bell Tower of Laoag City

You may also want to see the church's ruined convent just across the street.



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RESTORATION

Several projects for the restoration of Paoay Church is sought by government and non-government organizations due to possible question on its structural integrity.

The local government of Ilocos Norte through resolution is seeking the reconstruction of the church's convent presently in ruins and retrofitting of the church.

Here's me during my first (2012) and second (2013) visits.

TRAVEL TIPS:

  • Don't forget to visit the Jardin De San Agustin. It's picturesque and worth a photo-op for.
  • Make sure to drop by Herencia de Paoay across the church, where you can sit and eat, and buy some Ilocandia stuff at.
  • Try eating at Herencia Restaurant.
  • There's a lot of cafe and shop you can eat from.
  • There are also lodging houses nearby the area.


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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Paoay Church


  • Why is Paoay Church famous?
    Paoay Church is famous because of its historical significance and its baroque architecture. The historical church is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the enormous buttresses. Portions of the church were damaged by two major earthquakes

  • What is the famous church in Paoay?
    The Saint Augustine Church, famously known as the Paoay Church, takes you back to the Philippine's Spanish colonial era with its charming baroque architecture.

  • What is the purpose of the 24 heavy buttresses of Paoay Church?
    The most striking feature of Paoay Church is the 24 huge buttresses of about thick at the sides and back of the church building. Extending from the exterior walls, it was conceived to a solution to possible destruction of the building due to earthquakes.

  • What is the Paoay church made of?
    Known as the “Earthquake Baroque” church in the Philippines, Paoay church was built of baked bricks, coral rocks, salbot (tree sap) and lumber, and has 24 carved massive buttresses for support.

  • What makes Paoay Church outstanding from other well known churches around the country?
    What makes Paoay Church outstanding from other well-known churches around the country is its impressive pyramid-like structure considered as a primary example of the earthquake baroque style of architecture characterized by its thick walls made from coral stones and bricks.


HOW TO GET TO PAOAY CHURCH

Paoay Church is located in the Municipality of Paoay. There are tricycles you can rent from Laoag for a day tour around Paoay. Or you can book a hassle-free day tour via Klook. 

LAOAG CITY can be accessed by the following:

For complete details, visit - LAOAG TRANSPORTATION GUIDE

For airfare and transportation, you may check PISO FARE promos or you can directly compare air, sea and land travel fare and prices here:

WHERE TO GO IN ILOCOS?

Batac   Burgos   Laoag   Pagudpud   Paoay   Vigan


IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

PAOAY CHURCH: A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ilocos Norte (San Agustin Church)

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Visitors to Ilocos Norte and drawn to the municipality of Pagudpud because of its dazzling white sand and shimmering blue waters. The beaches in the town are the perfect destinations for those who want to relax or try fun activities under the sun.



Water activities such as swimming, boating, island hopping, diving, or lounging by the sea are just some of the nice things to do around the shores. These are just a few activities you can enjoy when you book a hassle-free Ilocos Tour Package.

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Here is my list of 10 Must-See Sights and Must-Visit Places in Ilocos Norte:


1. The Sinking Bell Tower in Laoag

St. William's Cathedral is known for having the famous "Sinking Bell Tower" in Laoag City. The 45-meter bell tower was built by the Augustinians in 1612 and was once one of the tallest bell tower in the Philippines back then.

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Sinking Bell Tower in Laoag in 2013

Although it belongs to St. Williams Cathedral, this structure is 85 meters away from the church. Funny thing, isn't it?

The tower was built duing the Spanish era in the Philippines. It said to be "sinking" since the tower is so heavy and is built on sandy foundations that it has been consistently sinking into the ground.

Location: Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
Entrance Fee: FREE




2. Bangui Wind Farm

Bangui Windmill is a wind farm in Bangui, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. The wind farm uses 20 units of 70-meter high Vestas V82 1.65 MW wind turbines, arranged in a single row stretching along a 9-kilometer shoreline off Bangui Bay, facing the West Philippine Sea.

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Bangui Windmill in 2013

Bangui Wind Farm is the first of its kind in the Philippines.

Location: GPH9+C6H, Bangui, Ilocos Norte
Entrance: FREE


3. Patapat Viaduct

The Patapat Viaduct is an elevated road — over 30 meters above sea level. This 1.3 km long coastal bridge can be found in the municipality of Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte.

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Patapat Viaduct in 2013

Connecting the Maharlika Highway in Laoag to the Cagayan Valley,  this is a busy street above the coastal areas of Pagudpud. The fourth longest bridge in the country, this winding concrete beauty is said to be the northernmost roadway part of Ilocos Norte.



4. Malacañang of the North

The Malacañang of the North and is a presidential museum in Paoay, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It was the residence of the family of Ferdinand Marcos when he was the President of the Philippines.

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Malacañang of the North, Paoay in 2013

This was a birthday gift from first lady, Imelda Marcos, to her husband on the occasion of his 60th birthday. (It is named after the official residence and workplace of the President of the Philippines in Manila - the Malacañang Palace.)

It is among a number of properties belonging to the Marcos family which were sequestered by the Philippine Government when President Marcos was removed from power.

Location: 4GHQ+6XV, Paoay, Ilocos Norte
Entrance: P20.00


5. Paoay Church

Completed in 1710, the Saint Augustine Church or better known as Paoay Church is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building.

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Paoay Church in 2012

It is declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the Philippine government in 1973 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the collective group of Baroque Churches of the Philippines in 1993.

Location: Marcos Ave., Paoay, Ilocos Norte
Entrance: Free



6. Paoay Sand Dunes

The Paoay Sand Dunes is an 85-square-kilometre protected sandy coastal desert and beach located in Paoa, Ilocos Norte, in the Philippines. The area is popular for recreational activities such as sandboarding and 4x4 vehicle riding.


Don't get confused, La Paz Sand Dunes is different from Paoay Sand Dunes. The one in Paoay is bigger than La Paz.

Location: Paoay, Ilocos Norte
Entrance: 4x4 ride is P500 per head



7. Blue Lagoon

The beautiful cove named Maira-ira Beach lies in Maira-ira Point, the northern tip of Pagudpud. This beach is more popularly known as Blue Lagoon and is one of the many attractions that the Province of Ilocos Norte has to offer. It has a long stretch of white sands kissed by clear, turquoise blue waters.


Along the road to Blue Lagoon, you will also find Bantay Abot Cave, Timmantang Rock and Dos Hermanos Islands.

Location: Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
Entrance Fee: P30 environmental fee (rates depending on the resort)



ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN ILOCOS NORTE

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8. La Virgen Milagrosa Chapel

Badoc houses the Sanctuary of the Miraculous Statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the La Virgen Milagrosa. History traces the life-sized statue to Nagasaki, Japan. It was sent floating in the sea by missionaries operating in secret in Japan (for fear of persecution during the Tokugawa Regime), along with the Miraculous Statue of the Black Nazarene (Sinait’s Santo Cristo Milagroso).

It was first found by local fishermen in the shores of Barangay Dadalaquiten, on the boundary between Sinait and Badoc, in the year 1620. Today The La Virgen Milagrosa is enshrined at the Badoc Church.

Location: WC3V+533, Badoc, Ilocos Norte



9. Kapurpurawan Rock Formation

Kapurpurawan Rocks are rock formations created by forces of the ocean on the rocky coast of Burgos, located just a few minutes further from the lighthouse.

When you arrive at the site, you will need to take a short hike to get to the actual formation. Don’t worry, your hike will take you through various picturesque landscapes, from lush greeneries to natural pools.

Location: GMQ3+C9P, Burgos, Ilocos Norte



10. Cape Bojeador Lighthouse

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse, also known as Burgos Lighthouse, is a cultural heritage structure in Burgos, Ilocos Norte, that was established during the Spanish Colonial period in the Philippines.

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Cape Bojeador Lighthouse in 2012


The lighthouse was first lit on March 30, 1892, and is set high on Vigia de Nagpartian Hill overlooking the scenic Cape Bojeador where early galleons used to sail by.

Location: Cape Bojeador Lighthouse, Burgos, Ilocos Norte


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HOW TO GET TO ILOCOS NORTE

By Air
Air travel is the quickest and most efficient way of getting to Ilocos Norte, but it is also the costliest. Cebu Pacific Air and Philippine Airlines offer one-hour flights from Manila Domestic Airport to Laoag Airport.

By Land
Traveling by bus is longer but more economical. The trip takes about 10 to 12 hours via bus lines like Florida and Partas, so it's best to pick a comfortable seat and bring essentials like food, water, and a travel pillow for the long haul.

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Inside Partas bus going to Ilocos in 2013

Driving to Ilocos Norte cuts the 10 to 12-hour trip to nine hours if you take the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway.


How to Get Around

By Jeep
The jeepney is the cheapest mode of transportation and is highly recommended if you want to commute like a local in Ilocos Norte.
 
By Tricycle
For tourists, tricycles are the most popular means of getting around, especially when trying to get to the remote areas.

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Laoag-Paoay Day Tour in 2013


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Ilocos Norte


  • Why should visit Ilocos Norte?
    Travel time is usually up to 12 hours, depending on your destination and the traffic. Many buses operate to Ilocos, check out some of your options.

  • How long is bus from Manila to Ilocos Norte?
    The Hundred Islands National Park is the first national park and a protected area located in Alaminos, Pangasinan in the northern Philippines.

  • What is the culture of Ilocos Norte?
    Ilocanos are known to be hardworking and frugal, hardy in the face of adversity. Respect and humility in everyday dealings mark the Ilocano personality; they live simply, concentrating on work and productivity. Local artisans like fabric weavers and potters are famous for their skilled craftwork.

  • What to wear in Ilocos Norte?
    During the hottest season (April to June), it's recommended to wear comfortable clothing to make out the best of your trip to the province. You may also like to get your best swimsuit or Dri-FIT on if you are going to plunge and dive in to the sea and waterfalls in Ilocos Norte.

  • What does Ilocos Norte known for?
    Ilocos Norte is noted for its distinctive geography and culture. This includes numerous examples of well-preserved Spanish colonial era architecture, particularly Saint William's Cathedral in Laoag with its sinking bell tower done in the Earthquake Baroque style, the St.


Check out my Ilocos Travel Guide:

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Have fun, Juan!

WHERE TO GO IN ILOCOS?

Batac   Burgos   Laoag   Pagudpud   Paoay   Vigan


IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

Top 10 Must-See Sights in Ilocos Norte (Best Tourist Spots!)

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