“Wag kang pumayag na ang pahinga mo na lang ay Rest In Peace.”
The aforementioned quote is from ‘Work is Life PH,’ and it could not be more true. We as a collective could agree that working to the extent of having zero breaks or vacations at all is detrimental to our health. We must ensure that our overall well-being is not being compromised, so here are some places you can visit to chill out, admire, and be inspired by once you finally break free from the toils of daily student life or just life in general.
Located on the west coast of Luzon, first on the list is Vigan, specifically Calle Crisologo. It may come as no surprise as Vigan is one of the top tourist destinations in the Philippines because of its well-intact Asian and Spanish colonial architecture that stood the test of time. Before “Calle Crisologo,” the place had many names: Kasanglayan (Place of the Chinese), Calle de Escolta de Vigan, Washington Street, and Mena Crisologo Street. Aside from the rich history this place offers, it is also open to opportunities for partaking in activities such as shopping, food tripping, and riding the kalesa – make sure not to miss out on picture-taking! As previously mentioned, Vigan is home to Calle Crisologo, near some well-known tourist destinations, such as the Syquia Mansion, Balurate Zoo, and the Dancing Fountain. A stop at Calle Crisologo is usually included in full-day tours or itineraries that take you around Vigan, and it is said that all of these are best experienced from November to May, as this is the dry summer season, so make sure to schedule your vacation then!
Want to have another travel in time? Second on the list is Balay Negrense Museum, the first established museum in the Negros Occidental province. It is also known as the Victor Fernandez Gaston Ancestral House since it exhibits the way of life of a 19th-century sugar baron. The residence-turned-museum consists of two floors and 12 bedrooms. Its lower storey is made of concrete, the upper storey is built of wood, and features furniture, antique items, and utensils that were relevant to its period. Located at Cinco de Noviembre Street in Silay City, the Balay Negrense Museum is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., from Tuesday to Sunday.
Regarded as the "Taj Mahal of Negros,” “one of the 12 most fascinating ruins of the world,” and “the Best Heritage Site of the Philippines awardee for 2016,” The Ruins of Talisay, Negros Occidental proves itself to be a sight to behold, reminiscent of Italian architecture. The vast house's skeletal frame still stands today, encircled by immaculate gardens despite its unfortunate past, which included a three-day fire by WWII Filipino guerillas. Today, The Ruins are an impressive architectural feat and a popular tourist destination typically included in a Bacolod sightseeing trip. Currently, the great-grandchildren of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson and Cora Maria Osorio Rosa-Braga own the property privately. They have kept it preserved and intact as a tourist attraction where people may purchase to enter or rent out space for events. Daily entry costs 100 pesos for adults, 50 pesos for students, and 20 pesos for children, and it is open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
As of today, travel is making a comeback. Need I reiterate the importance of taking a break? Let your mind’s horizons be broadened, your heart be motivated, and your soul is fulfilled.
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