excited for a new journey
a Philippine’s pride
one of the top tourist spots
nature’s beauty, good food
filled with history
to offer for everyone
from north to south
it’s blue lagoon sea
tranquil and tempting
for a dip of a tired soul
rock formation at Burgos
nature’s wonder
artistically shaped by ages
explicitly showing His power
Kabigan falls at Balaoi
a nature tripping
varieties of Phil. trees
perfectly preserved by them,
a chance to swim at the falls
apart from nature’s best
the place can offer
famous man-made structures
Ang Parola ng Cape Bojeador
set on top of the hill
over-looking the South-China Sea
which served as light years ago
gave one flash per minute
for ships from 1892 to present
the famous Bangui windmill
hundreds of them
scattered along the province
generating electricity and tourists
a product of man’s ingenuity
hope to last for generations
Ilocos has a lot to offer
Hannas at Balaoi
famous superheroes
and cartoon characters
given life and excitement
for children and young at hearts
Patapat Viaduct, coastal bridge
Philippines 5thlongest bridge
snakes around the mountain edge
preventing landslides and accidents
so near to Batanes and Taiwan
going south of Ilocos
mouth watery empanada
to complete the tour
famous Calle Crisologo
blocks of cobblestone
lined with heritage houses
souvenir items and dining areas
Crisologo museum full of history
Baluarte Zoo for children and old
unforgettable journey
more tourists spots to see
on future visits
Paoay Church, Marcos Museum
La Paz Sand Dunes and more
thankful for Ubassa family
of Pagudpod, Ilocos Norte
for the wonderful hospitality.
ILOCOS
TILL I SEE YOU AGAIN!
~ Dr. Luzviminda Rivera
Tarlac Province, Philippines
