Destination highlights

The Batanes are islands far from everything, geographically and culturally. It constitutes the smallest province of the Philippines. The total number of islands is ten located in the Luzon Strait, between the island of Taiwan in the north, the Babuyan Islands and the island of Luzon in the south, and the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean in the east. Originally, the fulling fathers lived in places quite populated until the year 1687 when an English buccaneer arrived on the island and found communities organized with buildings around the villages shielded to defend against the invaders. Overtime, the Spaniards colonized the islands in 1782. On the other hand, because of their important location, these islands were part of the white initials during the Second World War of Japanese invading attacks.

The houses of the batanes were built with thick walls of stone and lime, covered with straw and cogon. Land of large crops and trees. Women wear straw hats and people live in houses made of stone and an herb called a cogon. His culinary art is based on agriculture and the fish market. In this place you can make excursions through the hills and the extinct volcanoes of the interior. This province is at a great distance from the rest of the Philippines, its culture is strengthened in indigenous customs. In short, this archipelago is a museum of the exclusive culture of the batanes.

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As for its people, people are usually strong, self-sufficient, with a clear understanding of what a community represents. Its inhabitants speak English and Tagalog. Its climate is marked by the typhoons of the northwest that are continuous. However, its climate is pleasant. The Kalusan is a work song, interpreted collectively by the workers. A vachi (soloist) begins singing and the rest of the workers continue with the song. The entire archipelago is a living museum in which you can taste the unique culture of the batanes. The houses of the batanes were built with thick walls of stone and lime, covered with straw and cogon.

Land of large crops and trees. Women wear straw hats and people live in houses made of stone and an herb called a cogon. Its culinary art is based on agriculture and the fish market. In this place you can make excursions through the hills and the extinct volcanoes of the interior. This province is at a great distance from the rest of the Philippines, its culture is strengthened in indigenous customs. In short, this archipelago is a museum of the exclusive culture of the batanes. As for its people, people are usually strong, self-sufficient, with a clear understanding of what a community represents. Its inhabitants speak English and Tagalog.

Its climate is marked by the typhoons of the northwest that are continuous. However, its climate is pleasant. The Kalusan is a work song, interpreted collectively by the workers. A vachi (soloist) begins singing and the rest of the workers continue with the song. The entire archipelago is a living museum in which you can taste the unique culture of the batanes.

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Travel tips

Valugan Beach: this beach has no sand but is surrounded by beautiful and immense rocks, which are the result of the explosion of a volcano that occurred hundreds of years ago, according to legend.

It is for this reason that no type of sand is observed in said beach. Excellent mountainous landscape to photograph, since you can also observe the way that rocks surround the coast.

You can visit both in solitude and in family, since its curious history also leads to inquire with enjoyment on all Batanes.

Dipnaysupuan Japanese Tunnel: this place can be traveled by bicycle or motorcycle, or simply by means of an excursion.

It has several exits and requires a bit of skill in the visitor. It is a fairly short tunnel where hormones are felt at high speed.

Carmel Church: the church of dreams fulfilled. Batanes, also called as the home of the winds, is a place where you can feel the whisper of God, because beauty and tranquility are found. The province of Batanes is home to several churches that any visitor can fall in love with.

Marlboro Hills: A rented van can take you to the hills of the city proper. The grass is certainly so green in this place and do not even think how such beautiful grassy hills can be. There is a small restaurant in the area where you can eat, where you must reserve 2 days in advance.

It has a fantastic view of the sea and the fresh breeze are elements that allow a great enjoyment of the place. It is without doubt one of the best picturesque places of Batanes that one should not miss. This is for people who want to enjoy the beautiful landscapes.

Restaurants

Cafe la Maude: French food, they have great variety in menu. The coffee is excellent, the staff very friendly. You can also bring your own alcoholic beverages.

Parc Brasserie: the cuisine is French type, suitable for vegetarians, vegan options, gluten-free options. Takeaway, Reservations, Outdoor seating, Seating, Waiters, Highchairs available, Wheelchair access, Serves alcohol, Full bar.

Paris Bistro vs. Jazz cafe: Bar with live music, French food, romantic, business meetings, special occasions, reservations, outdoor seating, seating, waiters, alcohol is served, full bar, Wheelchair access.

Hotel recommendations

Nathaniel¨s Lodge: 2-star non-smoking hotel, including free breakfast that is prepared at the moment, Wi-fi, free purified drinking water, the owner and staff provide excellent service, rooms with air conditioning, hot water, television, bathtub, comfortable beds, free transportation to and from the airport, excursions, bicycle or tricycle rides can be booked, as well as massages, manicures and pedicures.

Rapitan di Vasay: centrally located, wooden floors and windows, shutters, separate bathrooms, this hotel is for families and non-smokers. Its rooms are air conditioned, have multilingual staff, wi-fi and free parking, with excellent efficient and well-trained staff that allows the wonderful attention they receive their visitors. It is located in the heart of the city and is very accessible to mini-stores and only busy street in Basque.

Villa de Babat: has rooms with ice cream, for families, for non-smokers, air conditioning, free wi-fi, microwave, breakfast included, shuttle service from the hotel to the airport and vice versa.

Batanes Seaside Lodge and Restaurant: breakfast included, free parking, non-smoking rooms, restaurant, air conditioning.

Amboy hometel: hotel located on the seafront, breakfast included, free parking, non-smoking rooms, restaurant, air conditioning, cable TV, clean bathrooms, with hot showers and water and coffee, excellent service.

Bernardo¨s Hotel: It is located in front of the sea, the most popular services are free parking, restaurant, breakfast included, transfer by bus, air conditioning, refrigerator in the room.

When making an adventure trip and for lovers of ancient history, Batanes is a perfect destination, because of its landscapes, its people, its culture, climate and other elements that make this place a place of unforgettable enjoyment.

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