Ilocos Norte district, Philippines

Places to visit near Espiritu

Espiritu is a town in Ilocos Norte district, Philippines, home to about 3,566 people. Within 50 km by road there are 195 places to visit — 96 churches, 19 forts & heritage, 10 waterfalls and 13 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Gregorio Aglipay National Monument (16 km), Marcos Mausoleum (16 km) and Paoay Church (21 km).

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Espiritu at a glance

Location
Ilocos Norte district, Philippines
Population
about 3,566
Coordinates
17.9809° N, 120.6569° E
Places within 50 km
195 (8 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Espiritu

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Churches near Espiritu

102 churches within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Parish Church of Saint Roche (1 km); the best-known is Banna Foursquare Gospel Church (0 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Espiritu

31 forts & heritage within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Servando Castro (Ancestral House) (16 km); the best-known is Gregorio Aglipay National Monument (16 km). Best time: october to february.

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Waterfalls near Espiritu

23 waterfalls within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Dingras Madongan FALLS (14 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Espiritu

23 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Mount Cayudungan (16 km); the best-known is Mount Sicapoo (37 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Beaches & coast near Espiritu

22 beaches & coast within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Palayupoy Beach (21 km); the best-known is Lugo Beach & Floating Cottage (30 km). Best time: october to march.

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Museums near Espiritu

15 museums within 100 km of Espiritu. The closest is Ricarte National Shrine (16 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Espiritu

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 68 km on the road.

  1. Start in Espiritu
  2. 1 km Banna Foursquare Gospel Church · church, Ilocos Norte
  3. 25 km St John the Baptist Church · church, Ilocos Norte
  4. 20 km Paoay Church · church, Ilocos Norte
  5. 5 km Gregorio Aglipay National Monument · monument, Ilocos Norte
  6. 1 km Marcos Mausoleum · tomb, Ilocos Norte
  7. 16 km Back to Espiritu

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Espiritu by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches96102Parish Church of Saint Roche (1 km)
    Forts & heritage1931Servando Castro (Ancestral House) (16 km)
    Waterfalls1023Dingras Madongan FALLS (14 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1323Mount Cayudungan (16 km)
    Beaches & coast1222Palayupoy Beach (21 km)
    Museums1015Ricarte National Shrine (16 km)
    Other attractions1213Nueva Era (9 km)
    Parks89Banna Municipal Plaza (1 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs88Papa Left Dam (10 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens27COED Garden (17 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves35Gabot Islet (25 km)
    Caves04Nagbettedan Sto. Domingo (57 km)
    Temples11Malakneg Temple of Praise (11 km)
    Buddhist sites11Jesus Rock of Ages Ministries of Asia, San Agustin, Paoay (21 km)

    Espiritu: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Espiritu?

    Gregorio Aglipay National Monument (monument, about 16 km), Marcos Mausoleum (tomb, about 16 km), Banna Foursquare Gospel Church (church, about 1 km), Paoay Church (church, about 21 km), St John the Baptist Church (church, about 25 km), Paoay Sand Dune (lake, about 30 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Espiritu?

    195 places on Spotwander: 96 churches, 19 forts & heritage, 10 waterfalls, 13 hill stations & viewpoints, 12 beaches & coast.

    Which is the nearest church to Espiritu?

    Parish Church of Saint Roche, about 1 km by road; Banna Roman Catholic Church (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Espiritu?

    Servando Castro (Ancestral House), about 16 km by road; Artemio Ricarte y Garcia (16 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Espiritu?

    Dingras Madongan FALLS, about 14 km by road; Ar-arbis Falls and River Tubing, Lagayan (24 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Espiritu?

    Start in Espiritu, visit Banna Foursquare Gospel Church, then St John the Baptist Church, then Paoay Church, then Gregorio Aglipay National Monument, then Marcos Mausoleum, and drive back — about 68 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Espiritu?

    October to February for forts & heritage; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Espiritu

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