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LAOAG CITY - PLACES OF INTEREST |
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ERMITA HILL Ermita Hill is located at the southeastern part of Laoag City. Even before the coming of the Spaniards, the hill was already the dwelling of early people of Laoag, where they built their houses compactly arranged around it. The natives must have chosen this spot for the location of their community not only for its proximity to the river which is indespensable to them as the source of food and water for drinking. Before the end of the 16th century, the missionaries, in their desire to improve the living conditions of the natives, resettled the big center of Laoag from Ermita Hill to its present location, the site of now the Aurora Park. A 28-meter high concrete cross was installed in 1972 to commemorate the fourth centennial of the Christianization of the Ilocos. Interestingly, the first mass in Laoag City happened at Ermita Hill and later became the first missionaries’ quarters and their first chapel. Unfortunately, the old building caught fire in June 14, 1998 and has been demolished. The letters L-A-O-A-G structure was installed on top of the hill and now served as the "Laoag Marker." When on top of the hill, you will not only discover serenity but you will also has a chance upon the view of the City, the Padsan River, and nearby towns like San Nicolas, Sarrat and Vintar. To the east, you can also see the mountains of Apayao, known as the Cordillera Mountain Ranges. More Places of Interest
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