Pagudpud Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality of the Philippines in the province of Ilocos Norte
About Pagudpud
Before the Second World War, a native of Batangas arrived to sell blankets and mosquito nets, in this place that was still then named "Tongotong", a barrio of the Bangui municipality. Tired and hungry, the peddler sought sustenance and shelter in one of the houses nearby. After settling down, he was asked about his intentions, but, not understanding, he merely answered, "Ako'y pagud na pagod at ang sapatos ko'y pudpod," in his usual Batangas accent. This reply became the byword of the residents of Tongotong. Months later, a native of the Bicol Region coming to seek employment in one of the local logging companies alighted in Tongotong and asked one of the bystanders the name of the place, to which he was toldː "Ako'y pagud na pagod at ang sapatos ko'y pudpod,". The Bicolano thus ascribed t
Top Attractions in Pagudpud
Explore the best things to see and do in Pagudpud:
- ★Bantay Abot Caves
- ★Bolo River
- ★Dos Hermanos Islands
- ★Kabigan Falls
- ★Malingay Cove (Blue Lagoon)
- ★Nacatnagan Cliff
- ★Patapat Viaduct
- ★Saguigui Falls
Where to Stay in Pagudpud
- 🏨Agua Seda
- 🏨Apo Idon Beach Hotel
- 🏨Britanya Lodge
- 🏨Chalet Bami Guest House
- 🏨Evangeline Beach Resort
- 🏨Hannah's Beach Resort
Pagudpud Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: