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Ilocos Sur, Philippines
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Cervantes is a municipality in Ilocos Sur. Situated within the Cordillera mountains, it is dubbed the province's summer capital.
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A peak along the Bessang Ridge shared with the municipality of Sigay.
At above sea level, it is the highest peak in Ilocos Sur.
Mount Namogokan
A peak with pine forests and moss ecosystems.
An hiking trail named after a local term for lightning, which is frequent in the area.
An extensive combined war memorial, national park, and nature reserve covering the Bessang Ridge. There is a memorial to the Battle of Bessang Pass as well as habitats for various flora, mostly moss and pine trees, and fauna. The Tagudin-Cervantes-Sabangan Road passes right through the area.
Cervantes Church
Cervantes's main Roman Catholic church, rebuilt as an octagonal building in the 1970s.
An important bridge connecting Ilocos Sur and Mountain Province, it provides scenic views over the Abra River.
A multi-purpose resort and recreational area with a retreat house, spring-fed swimming pools and accommodations founded by Master del Pe, a resident and spiritual leader who runs a spiritual and philosophical organization called the Institute of Higher Consciousness.
Cervantes is at a junction between Tagudin-Cervantes-Sabangan Road running between Mountain Province and Manila North Road in the coastal town of Tagudin, and a perpendicular road that connects Ilocos Sur with Halsema…
Read in the guideTricycles are the main form of transportation within town, but due to the uneven terrain, a 4WD is recommended. Most tourist attractions are only accessible through extended hikes.
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