Written By: Jake Macarubbo, Riza Mariano, Glydel Manuel, Vincent Jimenez, Emer Guzman, Kristine Lizardo and Harry Lumandaz
The province of Isabela in Cagayan Valley appears to be a very laid back place. Despite its size as the second-largest province in the country, after Palawan and status as one of the Top 10 richest provinces, the only one in Northern Luzon on the list, it doesn’t seem to provoke strong reactions or opinions from people on hearing the name.
Isabela is called the “rice and corn granary of Luzon,” and considered the trade and industrial center of Northeastern Luzon. It has exceptionally well-maintained roads and highways. There are so many beauties that Isabela really possesses, and it is very competitive. Isabela has arisen from much devastation that had hit us such as natural calamities like typhoons. It has really the potential to compete with other provinces in our country.
When it comes to tourism, Isabela is blessed with many attractions that may boost the tourism and may attract many tourists. One of the many attractions that Isabela has is the Ilagan Sanctuary, a very beautiful place we can all relax together with our friends, relatives and our families.
Isabela is called the “rice and corn granary of Luzon,” and considered the trade and industrial center of Northeastern Luzon. It has exceptionally well-maintained roads and highways. There are so many beauties that Isabela really possesses, and it is very competitive. Isabela has arisen from much devastation that had hit us such as natural calamities like typhoons. It has really the potential to compete with other provinces in our country.
When it comes to tourism, Isabela is blessed with many attractions that may boost the tourism and may attract many tourists. One of the many attractions that Isabela has is the Ilagan Sanctuary, a very beautiful place we can all relax together with our friends, relatives and our families.
Ilagan Sanctuary is the most visited tourist spot in Ilagan City today. It is a protected area located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range in Brgy. Santa Victoria, Ilagan City, Isabela. This Nature Discovery that Isabelinos take pride of is 15 kilometers away from the City proper of Ilagan. Ilagan sanctuary is a nature discovery where everyone can enjoy nature’s finest beauty and experience ventures that this place can offer.
There are many different activities that we can enjoy while we are on the sanctuary. Attractions inside the park include Bird viewing, Mini zoo, Natural spring pool, Pinzal falls, Butterfly park and the caves. Some activities in the sanctuary will require you to ride on an ATV.
There are many different activities that we can enjoy while we are on the sanctuary. Attractions inside the park include Bird viewing, Mini zoo, Natural spring pool, Pinzal falls, Butterfly park and the caves. Some activities in the sanctuary will require you to ride on an ATV.
First, for those who love walking, they can go on a trek to reach the Pinzal waterfalls to fully enjoy the natural beauty of the sanctuary. The trek will only take 700 meters of walk. You will be conquering the muddy and rocky trek in order for you to reach the majestic waterfalls. After some trekking, you can dip into the basin of the Pinzan waterfalls. The falls is a very good place to relax after the long walk and to unwind for a while and forget the problems of life.
Next stop - to the beautiful caves of the sanctuary!
Next stop - to the beautiful caves of the sanctuary!
The sanctuary features natural lattices and rock formations inside the 400 meters cave length. The cave includes the Main cave, Altar cave and Adventure cave. For those who are willing to discover the beauty of the caves, they are required to have their own tourist guide. It is for their own security and also for the preservation of the natural elements inside the caves like the stalagmites and the stalactites so that it will remain beautiful and virgin.
Several species of wildlife animals are also taken care of in the sanctuary like tiger, ostrich, crocodile, eagle, monkey, deer and wild pig. The animals are kept and taken care in their Animal Kingdom.
Several species of wildlife animals are also taken care of in the sanctuary like tiger, ostrich, crocodile, eagle, monkey, deer and wild pig. The animals are kept and taken care in their Animal Kingdom.
People can also enjoy some culminating activities while they are in the sanctuary. They can try to climb walls. They guarantee in the management that these are safe and enjoyable.
They can also try the cable cars.
Families and friends can also try the boating area inside the sanctuary. Everyone can enjoy this activity, very relaxing.
Families and friends can also try the boating area inside the sanctuary. Everyone can enjoy this activity, very relaxing.
And the popular ride today is the zip line. You can enjoy this ride for only 150 pesos.
And off course an outing is incomplete without the swimming pool. There are mini pools in the sanctuary and also the big pool.
What are you waiting for? The God given beautiful paradise of Ilagan awaits you.