There is something about Cape Bojeador Lighthouse that is spooky. Maybe because it is old, or maybe it is isolated, or maybe because the weather that time gloomy. But one thing for sure, even if the place is a bit eerie, this Lighthouse is definitely a must place to visit and include if you are touring Ilocos. Cape Bojeador Lighthouse, also known as Burgos Lighthouse, is a cultural heritage structure in Burgos, Ilocos Norte, that was established during the Spanish Colonial period in the Philippines.
It was first lit on March 30, 1892 and is set high on Vigia de Nagparitan Hill overlooking the scenic Cape Bojeador where early galleons used to sail by. After over 100 years, it still functions as a welcoming beacon to the international ships that enter the Philippine Archipelago from the north and guide them safely away from the rocky coast of the town.
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse is located at the Municipality of Burgos, Ilocos Norte and holds the distinction of being the highest elevated lighthouse in the Philippines. It was built in 1890s and is considered a heritage structure.
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse is located at the Municipality of Burgos, Ilocos Norte and holds the distinction of being the highest elevated lighthouse in the Philippines. It was built in 1890s and is considered a heritage structure.
The caretaker of the place was kind enough to let me go up the tower and boy, climbing it ain't that easy with its rusty, slippery metal spiraling stairs plus the heavy blowing of the wind can be felt thru the open windows of the lighthouse
(and of course, the eerie feeling of what if there is a ghost in there is also
playing at the back of my mind). But once you are at the top, the view is just spectacular.
(and of course, the eerie feeling of what if there is a ghost in there is also
playing at the back of my mind). But once you are at the top, the view is just spectacular.
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