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Mount Iraya (Volcano)
Mount Iraya (Volcano)
Mount Iraya, is a dormant volcano on Batan Island and the highest point in the province of Batanes, Philippines.
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Published at 2020-09-19 by Puerto Parrot
Categories: Documentary, Fauna and flora
Tags: Batan, Iraya, Volcano
Batan Island's Alapad Hill and Rock Formation
Batan Island's Alapad Hill and Rock Formation
The main island that comprises Batanes province is the Batan Island. It is where one can find the four out of the six municipalities of the province. The four municipalities are located on the 20 kilometer island including Basco, the provincial capital. The other towns are Mahatao, Uyugan and Ivana.
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Published at 2018-03-08 by Puerto Parrot
Categories: Documentary, Travel
Tags: Batan, Island
North Batan Attractions: A Photo Tour
North Batan Attractions: A Photo Tour
First time in Batanes, Philippines? If you have less than a week to spend in Batanes, you can start in North Batan Island on your first day. Read on to discover North Batan attractions you can visit in one day. It’s been a year since I first set foot on scenic Batanes but I have only written one article about it, where I described unique things I learned about this remote Philippine town. It’s not because there’s nothing much to say about Batanes, only that some priorities...
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Published at 2018-03-04 by Puerto Parrot
Categories: Culture, Travel
Tags: Batan, Tourism, attraction, photography
Unbelievable Uyugan: Spots You Shouldn't Miss
Unbelievable Uyugan: Spots You Shouldn't Miss
Uyugan is a quaint town of Batanes situated in the southernmost part of Batan Island. As per 2010, it has the smallest number of population compared to the other municipalities of the province. Imnajbu, the last village from Basco, is 25 kilometers away and is accessible via jeepneys that ply the Basco – Imnajbu route. Travel time is around 45 minutes and regular fare at Php 46.25.
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Published at 2018-02-03 by Puerto Parrot
Categories: Travel
Tags: Batan