IX: Discover Pangasinan (Pangasinan Series)

The Pangasinan Capitol at night

PANGASINAN

Cacupangan Cabe

Pangasinan is among the earliest political and administrative units in the Philippines. It has over 400 years of history and culture that started with the colonization by the Spaniards headed by Martin de Goiti, to its establishment as an encomienda under the Spanish Crown and eventually as a provincial unit, to its Golden Age brought about by developments under the present government.

Manaoag Church

Pangasinan is a crescent-shaped province, the third largest in the country and constitutes almost one-half of the total land area of Region 1. Pangasinan derived its name from the word "asin" or salt because of the many salt beds situated along the coastal part of the province. Hence when translated, pangASINan literally mean "where the salt is made".

 

Bolinao Falls

Pangasinan boasts of a multitude of wonders: from stretches of white and black sand beaches; its wonderful rock formations and caves; scenic landscapes of mountains, hills and different terrains; vibrant water systems of rivers, springs and waterfalls; ancient Hispanic architectures comprising of churches and houses; a long stretch of coastline overlooking South China Sea; miraculous religious spots for devotees; joyful and colorful festivals; and many more wonders both man made and natural.

Lingayen Beach

Clearly, Pangasinan represents the best of the best from among the provinces in the Philippines! So, What are you waiting for? Come and rediscover Pangasinan!! Galila ed Pangasinan!!

Hundred Islands in Alaminos

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Province of Pangasinan Official Site