The White Cross at Ermita Hill, Aurora Province

Sorry if this post took quite some time since I am busy of planning and conceptualizing event in a corporate company. This was the start of our tricycle tour around Baler in Aurora Province. We're passing through the road of Sabang Beach which is the surfing area of Baler is located. Just about 20 minutes away from the town proper and the uphill road is quite steep which our tricycle service might not be able to go up, so you will have to do an extra effort and a few climb going up to the hill. This area is open to everyone from 6:00AM to 7:00PM and no entrance free.  About 280+ steps up to see this big white cross facing the town of Baler & nearby areas of Aurora Province. Did you know that this gigantic white cross is being lighted by night. A long walk to the top of the hill is worth it and challenging, we saw this helmet crab passing through our way down to the hill. Next post: Ermita Hill & Overlooking Spot etc...

 

Awesome Chysler Limousine at Doña Aurora House

At the side of Doña Aurora House is a glass garage which you'll saw this 1936 Black & Silver Chyeler Limousine. It's look beautiful and expensive car that time. I don't know if the car is function-able or can still be driven. As per caretaker, this is the official car of the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines and certified by the Vintage Car Club of the Philippines with the plate number 1.

Side Trip at Doña Aurora House in Baler, Aurora

Another historical landmark in Baler, Aurora which is located at Rizal Street corner San Luis Street. This ancestral house is the reconstruction of the original house, Doña Aurora Aragon Quezon the first lady of Manuel L. Quezon. This nipa hut old ancestral house build in 1980's and there is no entrance fee. Note: This old house is not open during Sunday and near across the Baler Catholic Church.

A Quick Look of Quezon Memorial Park in Baler

Quezon Park in Baler, Aurora where visitors can get a good view of the place. Quiet, clean and has a relaxing ambiance all over the place. Known to be the birthplace of Manuel L. Quezon, our first Philippine President. Baler is the capital of Aurora Province and this area is serves as a recreational park for everyone. In the middle of the park is the bronze statue of Manuel L Quezon, surrounded of tall trees, flowers,ornamental and hanging plants. This historical landmark can easily accessible by a tricycle, just hire from the terminal or market which ranging Php. 150-200 pesos for the whole day. You will experience the historical landmark of Baler. just passing through this area and other sites. 

Around the Museo De Baler in Aurora Province

About 6 hours bus trip, this province does not only attract local & tourist because of surfing site with this big waves but also known to have great historical landmark and home for our first President Manuel L Quezon which the province named after his wife " Aurora". The facade of the walkway is inspire to the Spanish Architecture which is surrounding view of plants and trees. The museum has a unique sculpture and mural outside with a great view of the park where the statue of Manuel L. Quezon is being placed at the center of the park. This mural was dedicate to the youth of Baler that they may always remember and strive to emulate the valor, self reliance and quiet heroism of their ancestors who all lovingly cared for their children and aspired to give them a better life by Sen. Edgardo J. Angara. We had a quick photo shot before heading to Doña Aurora Ancestral House, about 5 minutes away from the Museo De Baler.

Historical Marker: Baler Church in Aurora Province

One of the must-see tourist attraction. I remember this church when I first saw from the movie "Baler" starring Anne Curtis-Smith & Jericho Rosales - Actor and like to surf in Baler in Aurora Province. This is the first stop over of our 3 days trip in the province. Baler Catholic Church is also known as " The Siege of the Church of Baler". This historical landmark have a unique interior design and landscape outside the church. The church is not so big compared to other church in the country and great touristic background, simple yet elegant architecture design. Because we only have 1 day allotted to experience heritage tour, we maximized the whole day touring around the town proper of Baler. We took about 20 minutes at this church and visit other place around. After visiting the church, we proceed to the Museo De Baler located at the town proper, a few hundred meters away.