Rediscovering Laoag

Images of a place where residents speak their own distinct language and live and act influenced by traditions passed on through generations.

Where the folks are known to be industrious, simple and frugal, gifted with long lives proud of their roots.

Generally, though highly politicized they recognize no other leader other than their own.

Like other urban cities, the wooden houses are gradually being demolished replaced with concrete structures and agricultural lots converted to commercial zone.



A place where migrants from Hawaii keep returning back driving the economy robust.

While Ilocos is in a landlocked area, it stands alone separate from others due to its cultural uniqueness.