Museo de Baler

North Luzon


A basic museum that tells the history of Aurora Province, mostly via photos of the life of former First Lady Dona Aurora who was born in Baler; she gave name to the region and is held responsible for the right of women to vote in the Philippines. A museum ticket also gives you access to Dona Aurora's childhood home across the street.


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1. Catholic Church

0.12 MILES

Built in 1611, this pretty church became the garrison of 50 Spanish soldiers in 1898 as they were besieged by hundreds of Filipino freedom fighters. The…

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