Comments on: Exploring Ilocos : Malacañang of the North

By: Maria Teresa Dumadag

Maria Teresa Dumadag — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 14:14:38 +0000

I had been to Ilocos before. It was long and tiring land trip. But I’m not sure if this is the same building we went to. Is this where the body of Marcos used to be?

By: Dawn

Dawn — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:51:35 +0000

I agree, this has to be one of my favorite destinations in Ilocos. I just love the interior, the pictures, how we can see the history. I also love the view of the place. I really enjoyed this place and it took me back to the future.

By: ROBERT LEE

ROBERT LEE — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:40:08 +0000

Hi, Milton. What are those old jars? I had fun looking at the photos. Not that I am a fan of museums, but the place certainly has a touch of the past. Of course, that is negated by the modern installations such as the lighting. On a personal level, I still prefer the untouched and dusty historical places. One that I can remember is the hospital in Cullion, the old leper colony. There, I actually opened record books to see the names of people who were admitted a century ago.

At any rate, if it is any consolation, the city government is earning an income from the old house. It would be a shame if it were locked down like what happened with Palace in the Sky in Tagaytay.

By: Swayam Tiwari

Swayam Tiwari — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 05:03:21 +0000

When I was growing up in the 1980s, I used to read a lot about Marcos’ wife, Imelda, and her vast collection of shoes. We used to wonder at her profligacy then. How could the First Lady of Philippines be so thick-skinned, we used to wonder.
Thanks for bringing out those eventful days in this post.

By: Mum Travels

Mum Travels — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 04:09:53 +0000

Visiting historical places like the Malacanang of the North is a must for every travel. It tells us a lot about the family who once lived in the house and about the rich and colorful history of the place. It is also a great activity to teach children about the past. I will make sure sure to include this attraction in our Ilocos itinerary!

By: Louisa

Louisa — Sat, 23 Sep 2017 17:56:05 +0000

That’s an interesting place to visit. Anything historical wand well preserved is worth visiting. I guess Marcos wore the robe that’s on the bed that’s why it’s cordoned off.?

By: Angelie

Angelie — Sat, 23 Sep 2017 13:53:48 +0000

I have always wanted to visit Ilocos but it’s too far! I doubt my boyfriend could do such long drive straight. How did you get there? Do you have any tips to cut on travel time? We are from Cavite too!

By: Kris

Kris — Sat, 23 Sep 2017 12:29:30 +0000

My husband is an Ilocano but we are residing in cebu. Ilocos is always on my list for the places that I want to visit. Maybe next year, we’ll spare time to visit. Great to know that the mansion was well maintained. I was amazed by the master’s bedroom — the bed was huge! 😀

By: Lux G.

Lux G. — Sat, 23 Sep 2017 10:25:13 +0000

This has always been in my bucket list. Would be nice to see it one day.

By: Berlin | Momi Berlin

Berlin | Momi Berlin — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 14:22:38 +0000

Truly, this interests me. I’ve been to Ilocos but wasnt able to step foot on that museum. I enjoy History and appreciates it specially if the subject itself is someone I am very keen of knowing more. What I know about the Marcoses are mostly hearsay and from books . I believe seeing their things and collections would all the more give clues on how they truly live during their time.