Strong Girl Nam-soon (KDrama)

Gang Nam-soon (Lee Yoo-Mi) has superhuman strength. She went missing as a kid in Mongolia. Now, as an adult, she comes to Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, to find her parents. She finally meets her mother, Hwang Geum-Ju (Kim Jung-Eun). Her mother is a wealthy woman and is a resident of Gangnam. After she lost her daughter, Hwang Geum-Joo tried to find her daughter, and she also tried to live a righteous life, obsessed with doing good deeds. Gil Joong-Gan (Kim Hae-Sook) is Hwang Geum-Ju's mother and Gang Nam-Soon’s grandmother. The grandmother and mother were also born with superhuman-like strength, like Gang Nam-Soon.

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Meym Dharzie, thirty-ish, Romblon! Previous part-time movie extra and full-time in BPO. I love historical sites, nature, and outdoor activities like hiking and camping. At home, watching documentaries and Korean Dramas are my interests.

Namacpacan Church, La Union

The Namacpacan Church, officially known as the Saint Catherine of Alexandria Parish Church and Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan, is a historic religious site located in Luna, La Union. Built in 1690 and completed in 1872, it features an Earthquake Baroque architectural style with thick walls and twin bell towers. The church is home to the 1.92-meter-tall image of Apo Baket, a revered wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, believed to be miraculous and canonically crowned in 1959. Declared a National Cultural Treasure, it draws thousands of pilgrims yearly, especially during feast days and Holy Week. The church complex also includes a healing well and museum, while its old convento has been converted into a school.

Pebble Beach and Baluarte Ruins, La Union

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The Baluarte Ruins is a 400-year-old watchtower that faces the West Philippine Sea and serves as a watchtower for pirate attacks and other dangers by sea. Originally made of adobe and coral blocks, today, it's covered with lighter bricks but still looks stunning. By the way, after Namacpacan, we got in the van, and we traveled 30 minutes to the coastal area, and we arrived at Loa Mending’s, a fantastic restaurant with a great view of the beach. Had coffee and their own version of Tapsilog. The food tastes really good, but it's 40 minutes before it is served - just too bad! Then, we walked by the beach and discovered the beauty of Pebble Beach and the ruins.

Bato de Luna, La Union

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About Bato de Luna

Bato de Luna, also known as Pebble Beach, is a unique coastal destination located in the town of Luna, La Union. Unlike the usual sandy beaches, Bato de Luna features smooth, multicolored pebbles along its shoreline, shaped naturally by the tides over the years. On the other hand, the Bato de Luna Art Gallery or Bahay na Bato started a rest house in 2000. The owner commissioned Mr. Kim to create an art gallery that showcases artistically carved stones, wood carvings, and other materials. Every image is colorful yet unique, making it perfect for Instagram.

Grapes Picking - A Remarkable Experience in La Union

You can't complete your La Union itinerary without visiting and tasting their locally produced grapes. Some of the farms opened their gates (for free, some are not) and started offering "grape picking," for tourists. Vineyards are surrounded by greenery, while the breeze is cool and fresh, so you will really enjoy your day here. Anyways, aside from the remarkable experience and gorgeous photos, of course, with grapes in the background, farm operators sell wines not just from grapes but also from locally harvested fruits such as Guyabano and Bignay.

Ma-cho Temple must be included in your visit to La Union

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Ma-cho Temple is one of the biggest Taoist temples outside China. With an elevation of 70 meters above sea level, this temple is located on the hill downtown with a perfect view of the West Philippine Sea. Its attractions include the Majestic Five-Door Gate, the Bamboo Garden, the Liang Thing Pagoda, 2 circular pools or ponds, the golden emblem of a dragon, the Bell Tower, and the Drum Tower. What's good about this stunning temple is that they are open to non-worshipping visitors.

Talikud Island, a stunning paradise in Davao

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Talikud Island is located on Samal, Davao del Norte. This is a paradise in the Davao region that bears fine white sand beaches and is surrounded by emerald and crystal clear water. On the other hand, the underwater world has a sanctuary of colorful flora and fauna. The shoreline is landscaped with trees and quaint cottages. The ambiance was made perfect because of the cool wind blowing. We didn't do anything for a couple of hours, just staring at its beauty and golden sunset. This paradise was our post-climb destination after the tiring hike on Mt. Apo.

SLT Homestay, Lake Sebu

School of Living Tradition (SLT) also offers homestay for travellers in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. I always wanted a unique experience, so I stayed here, just 5 minutes from the terminal. Its structure is based on the cultural wooden houses in the area; has a spacious interior, made of local and handcrafted products and musical instruments. Anything inside the house is unique. Maybe it's the reason why it was chosen as the place where Catriona Gray had her video shoot for Miss Universe.