Surfing in Baler’s Sabang Beach is one exciting recreation in the Aurora province. In fact, surfing is the reason why there’s an influx of tourists in the region in the past few years. Our guide “Leandro” told us that based …
Tromba Marina was the name given to the destructive tidal wave that struck Baler, Aurora, on December 27, 1735. This monstrous wave caught everyone off-guard when it arrived around 2:00 AM. The town was devastated in seconds and many lives …
Diguisit Falls is one of the many falls in Baler that attest to how abundant the fresh and clean waters are in the municipality. The bountiful trees around it can give you protection from the sun and the gentle sound of its …
Aniao Islets are the ornaments of Diguisit Beach. Their wrinkled light-brown faces looked soft and muddy from afar but a closer look made us realize how solid and sturdy they are. They reminded me of the large rocks that we saw …
Museo de Baler explores the fascinating progress of Baler from just seven families who survived a tsunami in 1735—to its thousands today. It’s amazing to learn how their small community thrived and how one of their people rose up to …
Doña Aurora House in Baler wonderfully represents the culture of Filipino homes with its simple and modest architecture. Nipa huts like this have been sheltering Filipinos long before the Spaniards came. This traditional house is locally known as “Bahay Kubo” and …
Dinadiawan Beach in Dipaculao, Aurora is a laid-back white sand beach that’s one hour’s drive away from Baler. It’s a great place to escape and relax if you’re already exhausted from surfing the large waves of Sabang Beach. The waves …
Ampere Beach in Dipaculao, Aurora was the first tourist attraction that we visited during our trip to Baler. Unlike your typical beach that’s filled with sand, this beach is filled with solid rocks. It’s quite a unique sight for a …
Where to Eat in Baler? What’s great about having a food trip in a town just beside the open sea is the fresh and rich variety of seafood. Since Baler is a province where farming and livestock are common forms …
Baler, Aurora is one of the most popular surfing destinations in the Philippines. But beyond surfing, Baler is also rich in wonderful sights, delicious food and culture. On December 27, 1735, its entire population was almost wiped out by a tsunami …