Cape Bojeador Lighthouse: Burgos, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Crave and his classmates began the Day 1 of our Ilocos Tour at around 10:44am. The third destination for the day was the Cape Bojeador Lighthouse in Burgos, Ilocos Norte. To be honest, before that moment, I never heard of this destination before. But I'm telling you, I love the view when I was at the top of the Lighthouse.

We drove 35 kilometers from Laoag City and reached a narrow two-lane road. We rode a tricycle because our bus can't fit at the road way up to the Lighthouse. We passed Brgy. Paayas and turned onto a winding road, leading us to the lighthouse's base.

CRAVE'S BOJEADOR EXPERIENCE
We stopped in front of the stairs and climbed a flight of stairs. Even from here, we could already see the restless South China Sea. (The waves were gigantic, we could see them from there.) We entered the courtyard and started camwhoring away. There are a few service buildings in the courtyard and lots of staircases. I’m not really a fan of lighthouses but there was something in this place that was just attractive. It was very peaceful up there and it was very cinematic. It’s the kind of location that would be a perfect setting for a romantic film.

It was very, very windy. And looking up, you could see the tower as if it was moving and falling down on you. (In reality, the clouds in the background were moving and gave us an illusion that the tower was falling.)

I continued climbing up every flight of stairs

The lantern is called veranda.

The front yard of Cape Bojeador Lighthouse.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CAPE BOJEADOR LIGHTHOUSE
Also known as Burgos Lighthouse because it is located in the town of Burgos, the Cape Bojeador Lighthouse is a cultural heritage structure in Ilocos Norte. It stands on top of Vigia de Nagparitan Hill, overlooking Cape Bojeador. The cape used to be very busy as galleons used to pass by. It’s been more than 100 years since it was established and it is still fully functional — a beacon signaling to ships that they have entered the Philippine territory.


Marking the northwesternmost point of mainland Luzon, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse is the counterpart of Cape Engano Lighthouse in Palaui, Santa Ana, Cagayan, which marks the northeasternmost tip.

HISTORY AND DESIGN OF CAPE BOJEADOR LIGHTHOUSE
The lighthouse was erected as part of Spain’s master plan of illuminating the Philippines. The initial design was by Magin Pers and Pers in 1887 but was completed by Guillermo Brockman’s Lighthouse Service. The lighthouse tower is 65 feet tall and is octagonal. It is made with bricks to crowned with a bronze cupola.  On March 30, 1892, it was lit for the first time. The Philippines was under the Spanish rule at the time.

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Here are some fast facts that may help you on your trip:

1. Going to Cape Bojeador Lighthouse. If you're driving from Laoag, there's a sign on your right leading to the uphill road to Burgos Lighthouse. 35 kilometers North of Laoag.

2. Entrance to the lighthouse is FREE, but donations are gladly welcomed.

3. Drive safe and happy travels to everyone.


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