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Travel with faith: Unveiling Pangasinan's spiritual gems

Finding a balance between religious reflection and relaxation can be a challenge, but Pangasinan offers the perfect solution.
 
Nestled in the northern Philippines, this province boasts a wealth of pilgrimage sites that combine stunning natural beauty with profound spiritual significance.

The Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Manaoag:
 
A renowned destination for devotees for centuries.
 
This basilica offers a chance to reconnect with your faith amidst its historic charm.
 
Sky Plaza in Natividad: 
 
Ascend the 287 steps to a grotto of the Virgin Mary, marvel at the towering Holy Cross, and find serenity overlooking the Caraballo Mountains.
 
Atop the peak, a majestic 40-foot statue of Christ the Redeemer, "Ayat ni Apo Jesus" (God's Love), awaits.

Sky Plaza in Natividad, Pangasinan (photo by See Pangasinan)
Calvary Hill in Bani, Pangasinan (photo by Asenso Pangasinan)


Bani's Calvary Hill: 
 
Test your endurance and faith with the 1,000-step "Via Crucis" leading to a gigantic cross overlooking the breathtaking West Philippine Sea.
 
Explore additional religious structures for a truly immersive experience.
 

Mt. Zion Pilgrimage Mountain in Bugallon: 
 
This 52-hectare sanctuary provides a retreat for pilgrims.
 
Life-size statues depicting the Passion and Death of Christ create a powerful and moving experience.
 
Our Lady of Rosales Grotto: 
 
Immerse yourself in the serene rice fields where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared.
 
This grotto offers a peaceful haven for spiritual atonement and guidance.
 

Mount Zion Pilgrimage Mountain in Bugallon, Pangasinan (photo by See Pangasinan)
Our Lady of Rosales Grotto in Rosales, Pangasinan (photo from Our Lady of Rosales Grotto Facebook page)

Pilgrimage Island in Alaminos City: 
 
Witness the awe-inspiring 17-meter statue of Christ the Savior amidst the natural beauty of the Hundred Islands National Park.
 
Take the scenic 185-step climb or embark on the challenging 1.02-kilometer trek with 1,413 steps, completing the 14 Stations of the Cross along the way.
 
St. Vincent Ferrer Prayer Park in Bayambang: 
 
Stand in awe of the world's tallest statue made of engineered bamboo – a 50.23-meter giant dedicated to St. Vincent Ferrer.
 
This unique structure stands at the heart of a two-hectare spiritual complex, offering a blend of innovation and faith.

Pilgrimage Island at the Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos City, Pangasinan (photo by Alaminos City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office)
Saint Vincent Ferrer Prayer Park in Bayambang, Pangasinan (photo by See Pangasinan)

Pangasinan's pilgrimage sites cater to both the soul and the senses.
 
Experience a Holy Week unlike any other, filled with spiritual renewal, breathtaking landscapes, and a touch of wonder. (JCR/AMB/PIA Region 1)

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April Bravo

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April M. Montes-Bravo is the Assistant Regional Director of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA)-Region 1 based in San Fernando City, La Union.

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