Tromba Marina and Ermita Hill – Baler, Aurora

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 …

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Aniao Islets in Diguisit Beach – Baler, Aurora

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 …

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Museo de Baler – Aurora Province

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 …

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Doña Aurora House – Baler, Aurora

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 …

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Ampere Beach – Dipaculao, Aurora

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 …

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Where to Eat in Baler + Restaurants Reviews

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 …

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