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Magalawa Island

Magalawa Island

3.56km from San Salvador Island

Magalawa is one of the 19th barangay in the municipality of Palauig, Province of Zambales, Philippines. Surrounding the island is the China Sea. Beyond the north is the San Salvador Island of Masinloc and on the east is Sitio Luan, Lipay. It is known for its beautiful beaches. Magalawa is 56 hectares in the area. The main source of livelihood is fishing and some are engaged in the shell craft industry. it is now also one of the main tourist areas.

Masinloc Church

Masinloc Church

4.19km from San Salvador Island

The San Andres Church is a magnificent reminder of our rich history, its Spanish-era Baroque architecture still steadfast even after the passage of centuries. It can be found in Masiloc, Zambales, the first town established by the Spanish in province in 1607. The church is has been named a national culture heritage in 1970. The building was founded by Augustinian Recollects in the 18th century. It is one of the oldest churches in the province and dates back 400 years.

Mount Tapulao

Mount Tapulao

22.73km from San Salvador Island

Mount Tapulao, known as “High Peak”, can be found in the beautiful province of Zambales. It is the tallest peak in the Zambales Mountain Range. It is also called as the “Poor Man’s Pulag” because the mountain is similar to Mt. Pulag of Benguet in terms of temperature and greenery. People say that the mountain could be a more accessible alternative to Mount Pulag. It has an elevation of 2,037 meters or 6,683 feet above sea level.

Manleluag Spring National Park

Manleluag Spring National Park

38.64km from San Salvador Island

Manleleuag Spring Protected Landscape features world-class hot springs, which have a PH level of 11-13 according to the locals and staff of the eco-park. It is also one of two hot spring locations in Pangasinan, with the other found in Balungao. Pools are readily available for those who want to experience the hot spring, which originates from underground waters coming from Mt. Zambales. Aside from water activities, a viewdeck tower will be available soon upon the development of its trail.

Mount Pinatubo

Mount Pinatubo

62.96km from San Salvador Island

The mesmerizing mount Pinatubo is located in the Pampanga city and it is famous for it crater lake and the place provides a picturesque view for the visitors. ts eruptive history was unknown to most before the pre-eruption volcanic activities of 1991. it is one of the great trekking destinations in Pampanga.

Lake Pinatubo

Lake Pinatubo

62.97km from San Salvador Island

A beautiful crater lake which was located in the Botolan, Zambales. The view from this area is truly astonishing and a lot of people visit this place every day. Geophysical evidence shows that there were at least two ancient lakes in the Mapanuepe River valley in the southwestern part of the volcano.

Saint Dominic de Guzman Parish Church

Saint Dominic de Guzman Parish Church

64.65km from San Salvador Island

St. Dominic de Guzman Parish Church was the largest existing Catholic Church in the Philippines during the late 18th century. Built by Dominican friars in the 1500’s, the church follows a Baroque style of architecture. It was constructed with ladrillo or bricks while its top level features a painting of Saint Dominic. The church was reconstructed several times after being destroyed by fire, in 1587 and in 1718, and after a number of natural disasters.

Epiphany of our Lord Parish

Epiphany of our Lord Parish

65.18km from San Salvador Island

Built-in 1587, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish is one of the oldest Roman Catholic churches in Pangasinan. Influenced by the town’s Christianized Chinese inhabitants during the Spanish Colonial Period, the church was made of adobe with an oriental pagoda-like bell tower. Currently, a replica of the original “retablo” is displayed inside, while a number of huge tower bells from the 1800s are displayed outside the church. Earning its distinction as one of the best structures in Pangasinan.

Capones Island Lighthouse

Capones Island Lighthouse

68.2km from San Salvador Island

Capones Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse off the coast of Brgy, in the province of Zambles, in the Philippines. This light guides international vessels coming from the north towards Subic Bay or to Corregidor Island at the entrance to Manila Bay.

Capones Island

Capones Island

68.32km from San Salvador Island

Capones Island or “Isla de Gran Capon” is four kilometers off Barangay Pundaquit of Zambales in the main island of Luzon. This island boasts of white-sand beaches conducive for overnight camping, day picnic and swimming; turquoise water, and rich marine life that is great for diving and snorkeling. The only structure there is an old Spanish lighthouse known as Faro de Punta Capones.

Cathedral Parish of St. Joseph the Patriarch

Cathedral Parish of St. Joseph the Patriarch

70.78km from San Salvador Island

Saint Joseph the Patriarch Church stands out in the town of Aguilar because of its unique color. Painted in a bit of pink, Saint Joseph the Patriarch Church is regarded as the only church in Aguilar, being visited by devotees and locals of all 16 barangays. Construction of the tower began in 1846, with its extravagant church bells arriving in 1886, still holding up to this day thanks to recent renovations. It is surrounded by elementary and high schools, both of which are under the jurisdiction

Saints Peter & Paul Parish Church - Calasiao

Saints Peter & Paul Parish Church - Calasiao

72.1km from San Salvador Island

This Roman Catholic Church has been named National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines as well as the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. The church was built from 17th to 19th centuries by the Dominicans and is famous for its well-preserved bell tower as well as its prized original retablos. Following the architecture of the Baroque design, the church also features intricately painted ceilings, a majestic dome, and a magnificently carved exterior.

Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lingayen–Dagupan is an archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Church in the Province of Pangasinan, Philippines. Its cathedral is the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Dagupan City with a co-cathedral, the Epiphany of Our Lord Parish Church, in the neighboring municipality of Lingayen.

Nayong Pilipino Clark

Nayong Pilipino Clark

74.96km from San Salvador Island

The Nayong Pilipino Clark is a cultural theme park featuring Filipino culture at the Clark Freeport Zone in Mabalacat, Pampanga. This attraction centers around Philippine history and culture and covers an area of 3.5 hectares. It also provides picnicking and green areas where one can spend the valuable time and enjoy nature.

Clark Veterans Cemetery

Clark Veterans Cemetery

75km from San Salvador Island

The Clark Cemetery was formed between 1947 and 1950 by moving the headstones/markers and remains from at least four other U.S. military cemeteries. The cemetery contains the remains of U.S. veterans from the USA, USN, USMC, USCG, USAF, Philippine Scouts (PS) and their dependents. Some, but not all, were veterans of the Spanish/American, Philippine Insurrection, WWI, WWII (died after the war), Korean, Vietnam, and Iraq wars.

Clark Parade Grounds

Clark Parade Grounds

75.56km from San Salvador Island

A huge sporting ground that was located in the heart of the Angeles city and is home for various games and is also a hangout place for the natives.

Hundred Islands National Park

Hundred Islands National Park

77.07km from San Salvador Island

The national park actually covers a land area of 1,884 hectares and consists of 123 islands during high tide and 124 islands during low tide, however, only 3 islands have been developed for tourists. These are Governor, Quezon and Children’s Island. These islands is famous for its white sand beaches and it is always open for tourists.

Bayanihan Park

Bayanihan Park

82.25km from San Salvador Island

A recreational park which was located in the heart of the Angeles city which covers an area of 7.5 ha. The park serves as an area for recreational and sports activities and hosts basketball and volleyball courts.

Holy Rosary Parish Church

Holy Rosary Parish Church

84.42km from San Salvador Island

The Holy Rosary Parish, formerly known as Santo Rosario Church, today fondly called by locals as "Pisambang Maragul" stands in the epicenter of the old Culiat town, now Angeles, Pampanga, Philippines. The church has recently been recognized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts as a national historical site.

San Bartolome Parish Church Magalang

San Bartolome Parish Church Magalang

87.05km from San Salvador Island

San Bartolome Parish Church commonly known as Magalang Church, is a 19th-century Baroque church located at Barangay San Nicolas I, Magalang, Pampanga, Philippines. The parish church, dedicated to Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, is under the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Fernando.

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San Salvador Island

San Salvador Island

San Salvador Island, Zambales, Philippines

A beautiful island that was located in the heart of the Zambales. It is also known as Watling's Island. it is one of the famous tourist place which has white sandy beaches and the island is home to many shallow-water coral reefs, where snorkelers can observe hundreds of fish species without the use of scuba equipment. It is also known for its quick drop in the submerged platform of the island, allowing for numerous dive sites.