Isabela Tourist Spots
Cathedral of Saint Michael the Archangel
The Cathedral of Saint Michael the Archangel, previously known as Saint Ferdinand Cathedral is a cathedral situated in the town of Gamu, province of Isabela.
In earlier times, the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ilagan was located in San Fernando Church and transferred to a new church in the town of Gamu in 2003. In 2013, Pope Francis ordained that the Cathedral be dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel although the diocese remains under the patronage of Saint Ferdinand of Castile.
Queen Isabela Park
It is a monument designed by Joel Paragas, a UNESCO artist and park consultant, standing 17-feet sculpture of Queen Isabella II of Spain located nearby Isabela Provincial Capitol in Barangay Alibagu along the National Highway. This monument is surrounded by sculptures of the erstwhile leaders and heroes who served and fought for the province.
Moreover, there is a massive open air amphitheatre, which can accommodate over 10,000 people. A beautiful venue for huge and special events.
Giant Butaka
Ilagan City, dubbed as the furniture capital of the province, hosts the world’s biggest Butaka measuring a height of 11.4 feet; length of 20.8 feet; width of 9.7 feet and weighing at least 1,000 kilograms. The giant armchair usually made from the durable narra wood (1,184.48 bd ft) with backrest made from woven rattan (1,740 ft) crafted by 50 skilled furniture makers from Alinguigan in just 29 days. It symbolizes the “ipabalem” or feel at home hospitality of Ilagueños and reminds us of the greatness we can achieve by working together. This was unveiled in May 2003, locals and officials hope that the giant butaka would make it to the Guinness Book of World Records.
Bonifacio Freedom Park
This monument is a loving tribute to the founder and leader of the Katipunan, Gat Andres de Castro Bonifacio, a great and noble man, we commemorate his admirable sacrifices in pursuing the cause of our freedom. Our emotions are stirred to harmonize with those of courageous men and women who fought and died with him. Their heroism remains indelibly written in our hearts and is, truly, an honor to be hold.
Meraki Garden
One of the beautiful Flower Gardens in Region 2, Meraki Garden is situated at Nappacu Pequeño, Reina Mercedes, Isabela. Surrounded by stunning bougainvillea, also known as paper flowers that carry the symbolic meaning of passion and beauty. These thorny evergreen vine’s “blooms” — actually brightly colored bracts — grow in stunning shades of red, pink, white, purple and orange.
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