Ilocos, Philippines · Asia
Bacnotan sits on the route: 10 minutes from San Juan, 46km from Timbac Mummy Caves.
Bacnotan is a town located in Ilocos, Philippines. With a population of 3,142, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Bacnotan sits in Philippines, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Manila time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bacnotan to your route.
Bacnotan, officially the Municipality of Bacnotan (Ilocano: Ili ti Bacnotan; Filipino: Bayan ng Bacnotan), is a municipality in the province of La Union, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 45,203 people.
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Bacnotan is located in Ilocos, Philippines, Asia. The coordinates are 16.7222 latitude, 120.3525 longitude.
Bacnotan has a population of approximately 3,142 people, making it a town in Philippines.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
ancient ruins
Burial caves at around 2,000 metres above Kabayan holding Ibaloi fire-mummies, smoke-cured in wooden coffins several centuries ago. Reached by a rough spur road off the Halsema Highway and a short descent.
46 km · about 55 min drive
historic highway
The 'highest highway in the Philippines' winds along Cordillera ridgelines from Baguio to Bontoc, topping 2,255 m at Atok with vegetable terraces and cloud-filled valleys below.
48 km · about 55 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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