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Ruins of the Vijia Watchtower in Bacarra


The Ruins of the Vijia Watchtower is one of the many fascinating historical landmarks that exemplifies the rich heritage of Bacarra, Ilocos Norte. The watchtower is a 17th century structure that was erected to aid in guarding the coastline and the town against marauding pirates since ancient times.

by Jane Dacumos on June 19, 2012
Ruins of the Vijia Watchtower in Bacarra

Ruins of the Vijia Watchtower 

The Ruins of the Vijia Watchtower is one of the many fascinating historical landmarks that exemplifies the rich heritage of Bacarra, Ilocos Norte.  The watchtower is a 17th century structure that was erected to aid in guarding the coastline and the town against marauding pirates since ancient times. This tower symbolizes the Bacarreños' ancestors great love and loyalty to their town.  Vijia Tower is but one of many significant sights that Bacarra has to offer and awaiting discovery.

Travel to Bacarra!

From Manila you can go to Ilocos Norte through buses bound for Laoag. There are buses that will take you directly to Laoag City like Partas, GV Florida Transport, Dominion Bus Lines, Philippine Rabbit and Fariñas Transit. There is also a direct flight from Manila to Laoag via Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines. From the airport, there are available jeepneys that bring passengers to the city proper.

As for accommodations in Laoag, there are lots of inns and hotels throughout the town that offer comfortable rooms and cottages at reasonable prices:
•    Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel - Brgy. 37 Calayab, Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Ilocos Region, Philippines
•    Pamulinawen Hotel - National Highway, Brgy. 22, 2901 San Nicholas, Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Ilocos Region, Philippines
•    Plaza Del Norte Hotel and Convention Center- 15 Suba, Paoay, Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Ilocos Region, Philippines
•    Grand Octagon Resort - Airport Ave., Brgy.50, Butong, Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Ilocos Region, Philippines
•    Java Hotel - 55B Salet Gen. Segundo Avenue, Laoag City, Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Ilocos Region, Philippines

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