The province of La Union is a popular tourist destination, with more and more visitors coming every year to get a glimpse of the many fascinating attractions here.  Besides its fantastic beaches for swimming and surfing, La Union also has Pagoda Hill, situated in the city of San Fernando, the capital city of La Union. Pagoda Hill is comprised of Chinese-themed architecture atop a hill which has a commanding and amazing view of San Fernando City.

Pagoda Hill is also known as the Filipino-Chinese Friendship Park or Chinese Pagoda because it commemorates the bonds of friendship and the deep, long history between the Filipino and Chinese peoples.

Pagoda Hill is a popular place for sightseeing and strolling and has long been established as a place for people to meet, talk and relax amidst the wonderful backgound of the San Fernando landscape and cityscape.  It is also a popular place for couples, friends and old-timers alike.  People have always remembered seeing the beautiful La Union sunset from the sun deck.

How to get there

Pagoda Hill stands along the National Highway in Pagdaraoan, close to San Fernando City’s commercial shopping and entertainment centers.

By air

From Manila take a plane to San Fernando International Airport in La Union.  When you reach San Fernando City, just ride to a motorcycle or a jeepney to Pagoda Hill. 

By land

From Manila, there are many buses with direct trips to San Fernando.  When you reach San Fernando City, just ride to a motorcycle or a jeepney to Pagoda Hill.