7. Hanging Coffins in Sagada
There is a strange tradition in the town of Sagada where instead of burying their coffins in the ground, they attach them to the sides of cliffs where they remain on display forever. This tradition gives off an eerie vampire feel but actually is just a way to get their loved ones closer to heaven.
Outside of this odd attraction, visitors enjoy trekking in the forest, hiking to waterfalls, rappelling and spelunking down cliffs, exploring caves, and enjoying the scenery in this mountainous village. Sagada is certainly an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise.
8. Stay in the Village of Adams
In the northern province of Ilcos Norte lies a small, isolated village called Adams. The village population is just over 1,000 people, almost all of which are farmers and fishermen. These gentle people warmly open their homes to the few tourists that come to visit and provide homestay opportunities.
When you stay in Adams you can look forward to trying their local specialty, tropical wine, and dining on fresh fish raised in their tilapia farm. But the real joy of staying in Adams is the ability to chase waterfalls all day.
There are 18 waterfalls in Adams with beautiful nature hikes and charming hanging bridges to cross on your journey. A local guide will be happy to take you.
