ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: The Picturesque View of Pinsal Falls
Abra Mythology
Pinsal Falls is located at the far end of Sta. Maria, bordering the province of Abra. Behind the largest waterfalls in Ilocos is a mythology of a giant named Angalo searching for his love, Aran.
It is said that they were like a version of Adam and Eve in Ilocos and that Angalo passed by the mountains of Pinsal in search for Aran, leaving a large mark of his footprints that locals call as “Tugot ni Angalo”. The said footprint is now a naturally-made pool.
How to get there:
From Manila, hop on either Partas, Philippine Rabbit or Viron buses going to Abra, Vigan or Laoag. All of these buses will pass by Sta. Maria town where you can hire a tricycle to bring you down the falls.
If you’re going via a private car, from Sta. Maria Church, take the Sta. Maria Burgos road and turn right to Pinsal Falls Road. The road might confuse you so make sure to follow the route of Pinsal Falls Road, and you’ll reach the end of it where you’ll see the falls from afar.
Once you boarded down the transportation, locals will assist you for a boat ride (P20/person)going near the falls. There is no entrance neither environmental fee here so guests are expected to keep the areas clean.
Tip: Make sure to go there early and on a good weather condition as the falls can sometimes be muddy. Also, the roads leading to Pinsal Falls have no lights yet so it would be very dangerous to go back when it’s dark.
From:primer