Cemento Beach: Baler, Aurora

Cemento Beach is a long stretch of light creamy sand, crushed corals and seashells. The area is suitable for snorkeling and wall diving during the calm season from April to June. Cemento Beach is also a haven for lobsters and other marine species. 

Near Cemento Beach is called the Cobra Reef (locally known as "Dapa"). The area produces excellent quality right brake waves over sharp reef. It is one of the spots most frequented by Australians, Europeans and Japanese surfers in Aurora. To reach Cobra Reef, one must walk from Cemento Beach through knee-high mangroves to get to the coral reef break. 

At Cobra Reef, the normal waves is about 5-6 feet high. During high season, it can reach up to 12-14 feet high. With that, it is sought after by experienced and professional surfers which makes surfing excellent and challenging. 

Aniao Islets: Baler, Aurora

Aniao Islets is one of the tourist attractions in Baler, Aurora. It is located in Brgy. Zabali and it is a few minutes tricycle ride from the town proper. Aniao Islets is a group of islets and rock formations located on the shores of Dimadimalangat. 

Pacific Ocean on the background. :)

These islets straight from the shores are like bullets, with shrubs, with trees and other greenery growing on top of their surfaces. Towering waves relentlessly pound the base of these rock formations. Though not that spectacular, the place is relaxing and provides a good background for taking photographs for family and friends.  

Climbing up on the rock formations. 

Take a short walk along the roadside or along the shores in the morning or enjoy the cool weather during the afternoon and enjoy listening to the sound of the waves crashing on the shores and rock formations. You can also take a dip on the swimming pool situated near the shore.

Diguisit Falls: Baler, Aurora

I am always fascinated by waterfalls. I have been to Surigao del Sur and I was amazed seeing the Tinuy-an Falls. Diguisit Falls in Baler, Aurora still has something new to offer. This falls is located along the highway of Baler is a new adventure to discover for it is a hidden treasure. It has three level of waterfalls and going up to the upper most level is steep. Just be careful when going up so that you will hurt yourself and commit any accident.

Taking plunge!

Me and Maam Mel

Ermita Hill: Baler, Aurora

Ermita Hill is located at Brgy. Zabali. This plateau covers an area of about two hectares over looking the Pacific Ocean. It is approximately 6 kilometers from the town of Baler via Kinalapan-Cemento Road. During the Tromba Marina, a phenomenal tidal wave on December 27, 1735 swept the town of Baler. This hill served as their temporary resettlement which they called "Kinagunasan" meaning "devastated". 

Ermita Hill which is also called Ermita Park serves as a tranquil sanctuary for locals and tourists. You can easily marvel at the amazing waves of the Pacific Ocean, the relaxing views of Baler Bay and Sabang Beach, the River Delta, thriving mangroves and a lot more. Also challenge yourself with 278 more steps going up to the hill to view the white cross at the topmost portion of the hill. 

Overlooking Sabang Beach

Me, Robin: our tour guide and Maam Mel

The Parking Area

The White Cross

Dona Aurora Aragon House: Baler, Aurora

Dona Aurora Aragon's House is located along Rizal St. corner San Luis St. in Baler, Aurora. This house in Poblacion, Baler served as Aurora Aragon's birthplace. Aurora Aragon is the wife of the late Commonwealth President Manuel L. Quezon. It was destroyed during the Siege of Baler but has been restored based on the archived documents and old photos that brought out what were the original details of the house through the effort of Senator Edgardo Angara and the National Historical Institute. The site is open for the public.

Marker dedicated to Aurora Aragon