Yes, it is really my first time to see a lighthouse, in person. I have never seen one even in my dreams. Good thing there is TV and internet. At least, they made me realize that lighthouses are not really the upscale type of houses — and not really a house, nor the bright luxurious part of an exclusive mountainside subdivision.
First Time to See a Lighthouse
What I just wanted was information about places to see in Tagudin until it leveled up! Whew! I was asked to meet the Mayor!!!
Hmmm… I was already in queue, but since I only have limited time and the wait has been too long, I decided not just to meet the mayor. Outside the office, I saw a picture of a lighthouse and that was the start of the Amazing race (solo version).
Below the municipal hall is a line of yellow tricycles waiting for passengers. I was able to grab one.
And finally! For the very first time in my life, for the 24 years of my existence, through thick and thin, through all the struggles, typhoons and floods, elementary, high school, college, post graduate school and all that (LOL!), I will be seeing a lighthouse!
History (A Connection to Belgium)
This group is called the CICM Missionaries — the group who is responsible in the foundation of the famous institution in Baguio City, St. Louis University, the St. Louis College in San Fernando City, La Union and the At. Augustine School of Tagudin.
Climbing the Lighthouse
At the top of the lighthouse are solar panels and an amazing view of the sea. I won’t recommend you to climb this. But if you want, let it be. But be cautious. A white paint concealed the old rusty steel ladder. It is medyo delikado.
Well, it was fun! What made this place worth the visit is the fact that I again learned a new lesson in history. It was not about the place itself but it was about the great event in our history that happened in that soil where I personally set my feet on. (end)