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Municipality in Ilocos Norte, Philippines
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Pagudpud is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It's approximately and 10 hours by land from Manila.
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Heart-shaped cove popular with both national and international tourists, movie producers, and travel writers with its emerald water and breathtaking views.
Verdant seaside knoll that, on account of seismic and wave pressures, developed a tunnel that is frequented by swallows and the sea at times.
Timmangtang Rock stands majestically a few meters away from Bantay Abot caves along the shoreline. You cannot separate Bantay Abot Cave from the Timmantang Rock for they are believed to be lovers, the former being the female and the latter the male. They are collectively termed as "Lover's Rock". This rock is bell-shaped, hence the name Timmantang and affords views of the calm blue sea.
Cliff marked by virgin forest with rare ferns and wild orchids growing below. Some mountain climbing opportunities. From the top, you can glimpse panoramic views of Pasaleng Bay, Maira-ira Point, Sitio Gaoa, and even Babuyan Island on a clear day.
Half-moon bay tucked away below Maira-ira Point with Nacatnagan Cliff to the east and Dos Hermanos in the north. Here thick forest meets crystal blue waters and fine white sand.
Sea stacks with caves noted for seaweed "gamet" harvesting and tropical fisheries.
Enchanting 80 ft waterfall surrounded by thick forest and well-known for its concavity.
Small relatively unknown waterfall 3.5 kilometers away from the national highway.
Elevated viaduct hugging the cliff of the North Cordillera Mountain Range along the sea that is sometimes referred to as the "French Riviera of the North". Along the expanse is Mabugabog Falls used for hydroelectric power. The viaduct is part of the Manila North Road (AH26).
Some kayaking opportunities around Dampig, Tarrag, and Poblacion 1.
8 multi-colored rooms; (6 m² wide, fully air-conditioned, with 2 double beds, cable TV, bathtub, heated shower, free Wi-Fi and back-up lighting generator.
Off and mid peak season rates: ₱800-2500.
Palm Grove Saud Holiday Complex and beach resorts close to famous Saud white sand beach in Saud, Pagudpud.
Single/double with own bathroom and TV.
Has a bus terminal for travelers coming to and from Laoag.
By plane
You can fly into Laoag, and then take a two-hour bus ride into Pagudpud.
By bus
Tricycles are the main form of transportation in town, although it could be difficult to drive them through Pagudpud's mountainous terrain.
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