Fun things to do in Province of Pangasinan

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Since the coastal provinces of Pangasinan is situated on the western side of Luzon, you can take spectacular shots as the sun sets on the horizon. Be it an SLR or an ordinary point and shoot, you can never go wrong...

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Take your pick. Bolinao, Anda, San Fabian, Dagupan, Lingayen... There are lots of beaches in Pangasinan being a coastal province. Although sands are not white as that of Boracay or Puerto Galera, you'd enjoy the fine sand of the beaches. The downward slope towards the sea is very gradual and you'll find yourself far from the shore with the water still at your waistline. Being inside the Lingayen Gulf, you'll be surprise at how calm the sea is compared to the other shorelines such as La Union and Ilocos which makes it ideal for kids.

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One of the most famous tourist destination in Pangasinan is the Hundred Islands National Park located in Lucap, Alaminos, Pangasinan. After it was placed under the auspices of the Department of Tourism, the rates for going to the islands has standardized. No longer would you need to haggle for banca prices nor would you have to find someone to share the boat with. Standard boat trips are available and you can still create your own trip if you so wish but for a higher (but standard) rate. The islands have changed also as there were already some hiking trails and improvements done on the major ones. I've also seen some visitors doing some kayaking across the islands. It is truly a must-see and a day trip is definitely a must if you visit Pangasinan.

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On the town of Villasis Pangasinan, right on the highway, you will find the Villasis Bagsakan. If you are looking for fresh vegetables at good prices, this would be a place to buy it. I find the fruits too costly though as some are not native to Pangasinan. If you do what to sample the different fruits in the Philippines for a particular season, you'd finally find that in the market also. We also found dried fish, "bagoong" and boneless bangus being sold.

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A lot of pilgrims visit the Shrine of our Lady of Manaoag. Also known as the Nuestra Senora de Manaoag, it was believed to possess miraculous powers of healing. The Lady of Manaoag is the patroness of the sick, the helpless and the needy. Manaoag was coined from the word "tawag" which means to call or seek help. It was established in the year 1720.

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The Hundred Islands in Alaminos City is one of the famous tourist destination in Pangasinan.
There are 124 islands on low time and 123 at high tide.
Here you can do water activities like snorkeling and kayaking.
Make sure to visit every island accessible to tourist, and don't forget to hike at the Governor's Island to have a glimpse of the magnificent surroundings.

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We started the tour right by asking for guidance and personal prayer at Senor Divino Tesoro Shrine. Many believed that the crucified statue of Jesus Christ grows in size and grant wishes. Then we headed to Calasiao Church, San Pedro y San Pablo de Calasiao. I was amazed because it was my first time to see a big old church with an interesting and complex architecture, even if it was already reconstructed after according to history, being burned during a revolt and then ruined by an earthquake. I then had the time to ask some locals about my long lost grandparent. It was a long story to tell. They were the uncle and aunt of my father who then took care of the latter when he was young. We used to visit them in their house in Pasig but one time when we went there, we saw their house being reconstructed and found out that they already sold it and they both moved to Pangasinan. From that time, we already lost our communication with them. No one knows exactly where they are. I failed to locate them. And I felt sad because it’s one of the reasons why I joined this trip, to find a long lost relative. Anyway, our trip to Calasiao wouldn’t be complete without tasting their most proud of delicacy, “puto”, a soft bite-sized rice cake. Being considered as the town’s “white gold”, this is famous to all locals and tourists especially pilgrims of the Senor Divino Tesoro.

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If you've been to Hundred Islands and Bolinao beaches, try the Caboangan beach in Burgos, Pangasinan for a more private "get away from it all". Located about 2 hours drive from Alaminos City.

Pros and Cons though, but the bumpy ride, the rough road will lead you to a secluded, white sand, charming paradise.

Caboangan beach has electricity. But if you wish to stay overnight, ask the caretakers if they can provide you with light bulbs. Also, bring mosquito net with you and your rolling mat including pillows for a more comfortable sleep. I am more than willing to try an overnight stay in those nipa hut cottages and catch the sunrise.

Better have your car conditioned for such a road trip.