Bangui is recognized as a fourth class town in the province of Ilocos Norte in Philippines. According to the recent census, this town has a population of about 14,634 people in 3,055 households. Bangui is subdivided in 31 different barangays. However, what is impressive about this town is the fact that it owns the first power generating windmill farm in the Philippines.

The Bangui Wind Mills were developed by the NorthWind Power Development Corporation to acquire it share in decreasing the emission of damaging greenhouse gases (GHGs) that causes global warming and to increase the rural electrification of the government. In this region, the wind generally comes from the northeast, from the sea moving to the sand. To maximize the complete benefit of the winds, apparatus are set up along the shore facing the sea efficiently eliminating windbreaks as well as achieving a domain roughness of zero classification.

Bangui’s “Windmill Farm” as it is approximately called consists of 15 wind apparatus. These apparatus or also known as Wind Mills here are on the shore and arrange in a single row spaced 326 meters distant. The apparatus hub height is 70 meter high, each blades is about 41 meters long giving a rotor diameter of 82 meters and a windswept area of 5, 281 square meters.

You can reach these impressive Wind Mills going all the way to Laoag-Cagayan route, which is about 5 minutes after the town of Burgos that is a directional landmark on the left side of the road leading to Bangui Bay – the exact location of these giant wind turbines. Several tourists here are enjoying the beautiful place as well as the fine beaches surrounding the whole area. Everyone is welcome at this windmill farm and have the glimpse of these impressive Wind Mills. Once you are here, you will take nothing but pictures and videos, and you will leave nothing but your footprints and retain nothing but the wonderful memories you have gain!

Pagudpud , Ilocos Norte is a beautiful and solemn town located on the northwest area of Ilocos Norte, Luzon in the Philippines. Pagudpud is bounded to the south through the municipality of Bangui and east of Cordillera Mountain, as well as the municipality of Adams and the Cagayan region. Here, tourists will also discover the South China Sea, which lies from western part of the beach. The mountains and hills here are extravagant, and the valleys are fruitful. It is located 45 miles from the northern part of Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, which is the provincial capital and about 350 miles north of Manila.

Pagudpud is an immense place to visit if you are scouting for a perfect place of tranquility. It can offer tourists a day and night adventure with so much fun and enjoyment that will make people excited every minute. Beaches here are covered with powder-white sand, however, it’s so hard to determine, which is bluer the sea or the sky. The steams, creeks and waterfalls splashing to the fascinating landscape and spilling over the South China Sea will definitely capture everyone’s imagination. The whole area is so peaceful and calm while enjoying the beautiful sceneries, but don’t forget to check the time, because while you are busy discovering this beautiful Pagudpud beach, you might not notice how much time you already spent on these fascinating shores from this peak island of Luzon.

This place truly means a total solemnity, especially at night while relaxing to the calm beach coast. People can enjoy visiting some of the beaches here such as Arinaya White Beach Resort, Villa del Mar Ivory Beach Resort, Evangeline Beach Resort and Terra Rika Dive Resort. All of these resorts are picture-perfect views having distinctive appearances, not to mention that they are as well inexpensive resorts that are located along the shores of the beaches of Saud Pagudpud. They typically charge fixed rates that are very economical, and for those who want to unwind in more pleasurable ambiance, the Saud Beach Resort and Hotel as well as Pannzian Beach and Mountain Resort will definitely captivate you. Both of these resorts are recognized first class resorts here.  Tourists can really enjoy a different life in Pagudpud beach, it is very safe, and the people here are friendly and hospitable, which makes Filipinos known for all over the world.

Today, Pagudpud beach became one of the surfing destination in the Philippines; it has the longest adjacent powder-white sand with impressive waves and strong winds, which can be compared to Hawaii. This place absolutely assures the guests a luxurious experience in a quite paradise!

Pagudpud is a must see place that can be found in the Philippines. Many people from other country usually come to visit this wonderful white beach. You can visit this place by plane by getting a flight schedule to Laoag City in Ilocos Norte. Alternatively, you can take a long-distance road trip about 8-12 hours travelling the northern part of Luzon. This long Journey will take 540+ kilometers if you will be coming from north Manila. Let yourself enjoy the scenery while you are traveling and be amazed of the beautiful nature.

The province of Ilocos Norte is the place where in you can find the world famous historical Ancestral Houses located in Vigan, while Laoag City holds the alleged “Malacañang of the North”. Nonetheless, these are just few tourists spots that you will be passing by when you are going to Pagudpud Island that is situated about 100 kilometers from Vigan.

What does tourists can expect upon reaching Pagudpud?  This town is famous with its talc white sand and impressive crystal blue clear water. This is a perfect area for people who love scuba diving, kayaking, cave exploration as well as trekking. For those who are not adventurous there are also other activities like swimming, cruising and snorkeling. Tourists will have no problem because people living around the area are very hospitable and can communicate well using the English language. The beach is even livelier because of the bargain stores and local market vendors.

The typical habit of the local visitors here is to drop by the wet market to buy fresh live seafood such as crabs, lobsters, prawns and a lot more. The native in the town of Pagudpud is cooking the seafoods by grilling over heated charcoal on the beach while having a plain or java rice with an affordable price. For those people who are on a tight budget, you do not have to worry because this will definitely meet your prepared cash on hands. One of the best restaurants you can visit while on the beach is the Emohruo Resto; the place is relaxing especially in the evening. They have acoustic singers with a candle light setting the ambiance perfect for couple. The place is also located along the shore with a perfect setting to watch the waves and feel the breeze of the strong winds.

Some of the native dishes served in the town of Pagudpud are Igado, Inabraw, Pakbet and of course, Ilocos famous Lechon Kawali (bagnet). They also serve Pancit Guisado, Pancit Canton, Seafood Chopsuey and their best seller Chicken Corey as well as the Ilocano’s exotic food known as Dinakdakan. All of these dishes are truly flavorful at reasonable prices that everyone will surely enjoy. Not to mention, all the Filipinos waiters and servers who are serving here are accommodating and kind. Some tourists also visit Pasuquin just to buy the famous Ilocos biscuit called biscocho. This is a favorite biscuit take-home delicacy for both local and foreign visitors before they leave Pagudpud.

Come and experience the fascinating paradise of this beautiful Pagudpud white beach.

One of the best place to watch sunset is Fort Ilocandia’s beach resort. If you love watching the sun while slowly hiding, then this is the best place to do the sunset watching.

Here are some pictures I got while watching the sunset at Fort Ilocandia Hotel and resort.

Some pictures I have got during the sunset viewing at the fort ilocandia beach.

The beach resort of Fort Ilocandia Hotel

More pictures that I have taken from Fort Ilocandia Hotel and resort. So that you can see how the place look like. My apology because some of the pictures are dark because I am not prepared during the visit to the place I don’t have with me my digital cam.

This is the boating place of Fort Ilocandia, your kids will enjoy it.

The billiard room of fort ilocandia hotel and resort.

The shopping arcade of Fort Ilocandia Hotel and resort. You can enjoy shopping inside the resort.

If you decided to stay at Fort Ilocandia Hotel and resort, I am sure you will enjoy it. No one paid me to write a review or entry of the said resort to my blog. I just want to share to everyone my experience to the hotel.

If you’re inside the resort, you don’t wish to go out and find other recreation because they are all inside the resort.

If you want to go to casino, they have Casino Filipino. You love shopping? No problem because they have their own duty free mall. Feel hungry , that is not a problem because they have restaurant serving nice foods. Mini zoo is also available inside the resort, check their collection of wild animals.

Billiard room is also available for those who love to play billiard.  You love night life no problem because they have all that also.

You want outdoor sports? Then try their Gulf course, shooting range, horse back riding,  AVG riding at the mountain desert like sand of the resort. Boating is also available for children, lovers , or family.

Well to many to mentioned, also big swimming pools are available for all hotel guess. If you like swimming at the beach then it’s also available.

Here are some more pictures.

These are pictures of the beautiful and big swimming pool of the hotel. They have 3 size of swimming pool for kids, Olympics size swimming pool, and deep pool.

While staying at the hotel, try to play golf at the resort golf course.

I have been in many places in different part of the Philippines but Fort Ilocandia is the best place I have seen so far.

The funny thing is that I have reached Fort Ilocandia with out any plan to visit the place. It so happened that when I and my wife take our vacation at Cabugao beach resort, my sister SMS me and told me why not try to visit Fort Ilocandia in Laoag which take 30 minutes drive from the the resort of cabugao.

I came from Ilocos region where Fort Ilocandia is located but I have never heard it before. I never new that there is a hidden heaven in the North. According to the story I heard during our visit to the place, Fort Ilocandia was build during the late President Ferdinand Marcos regime. And mainly owned by Marcos and Fariñas family, I am not 100% sure with this information, but after seeing all the picture frames in the wall of the pavilion I guess the place is mostly owned by Marcoses.

Here are some pictures I have taken during our visit…

The Fort Ilocandia Hotel have very big garden where their guess can stay during night to smell fresh air.  I am sure you will enjoy staying in this place no doubt.

While you’re in the pavilion of the hotel you can watch fish that are freely swimming at the clean water of the hotel pavilion.

During night time, you will enjoy this fountain of the hotel. The fountain is very colorful and it’s really beautiful, your kids will love it when they see it.

Paoay Church of Paoay Ilocos Norte is been famous in the Philippines. When visiting Ilocos Norte Paoay church must be part of your itinerary or destination.

Visit the Paoay church and  see why UNESCO listed it as one of Philippines Heritage site.

Construction of the church started in 1704 and was completed in 1894 by the Augustinian friars led by Fr. Antonio Estavillo.

It is probably the best-known “earthquake Baroque” church in the Philippines. Large coral stones were used for the lower level while bricks were used for the upper levels of the church. The walls are 1.67 meters thick and are supported by 24 carved and massive buttresses.

 Most recent Picture I have taken while visiting the place on April 9, 2008