Luzon Guide

Luzon is the main island in the Philippines and attracts many tourists year upon year.  There is a rich historical presence within the city as its colonial past is apparent within its architecture and buildings. You can also find a great urban energy within the main areas and natural wonders within its outer districts; the variety of activities indicates why many visitors descend upon the island each year.

Regions To Visit

The Capital Region of Manila contains many sites which reflect the Philippines’ tumultuous past. The ruined and remaining ancient buildings illustrate both the colonisation of Luzon and the extreme weather conditions that the island is subject to. The reconstructed walls of the Intramuros showcase how the island has changed as a result of its wars and colonisation. The Taal Volcano and Lake is one of the Philippines’ most visited sites and contains a small volcano which has the ability to cause a multitude of destruction.

The Cordillera Administrative Region contains the Banaue Rice Terraces; these are a UNESCO World Heritage site and considered to be the eighth wonder of the world. The terraces are considered to look like stairways to heaven as they illustrate the intricacy within Luzon’s ancient construction. People tend to come to this area as its cool weather is a tranquil break from the bustling districts that are found throughout the Philippines.

The Cagayan Valley lies between two large mountainous areas and has the country’s longest river running through it centre. Here you can enjoy the lush greenery and Philippine forestry that surrounds the valley. Moreover the river means that fishing is rife within the region; you can delve into the Filipino culture by watching the working locals and tasting the seafood that they have on offer.

The European colonial town of Vigan is situated in the Ilocos Region. Here you can learn about how a foreign presence influenced Luzon and its traditions. There are numerous Catholic churches dotted around the region, these buildings illustrate the Spanish styles that dominating within Luzon during its colonisation.  The Hundred Islands National Park has over 123 small islands which showcase the Philippines’ natural wonders.  There are three islands which have been developed so that visitors can go and explore the exotic plant life on show.

Tourist Attractions

There are a few sites around Luzon that are extremely popular with all tourists and are definitely worth a visit. The Saud White Beach in Pagudpud has appeared in many films as movie producers are impressed by the idyllic setting of white sands and glittering waters.  Sagada is famous for its mountain scenery and the caves that are deep within the forestry. You can book excursions in order to see the hanging coffins and learn about the surrounding wildlife. Subic offers its visitors vast amounts of beaches to recline upon. You can also explore the underwater life through scuba diving, and visit the dolphins and other exotic creatures at the Subic Bay Ocean Adventure.

 

5 Day Weather Forecast for Luzon

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