COMMPass Norte

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18/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Episode 07: Botanical Graden, Baguio City – A Place Full of Vibrant Colors

Getting to Baguio Botanical Garden is easy and part of the Baguio experience itself. Whether you’re riding a jeepney, taking a taxi, or walking through the cool pine-lined roads, the journey lets you see the everyday life of the City of Pines—leading you straight to a place where nature and culture come together.

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18/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Episode 06: Ilocos – Empanada

Crispy on the outside, flavorful on the inside—Ilocos empanada never misses. Every bite is a mix of culture, tradition, and that distinct Ilocano taste you won’t forget. From the crunch of the wrapper to the savory filling, this street food classic hits different when you experience it in Ilocos itself.

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17/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Episode 05: Ilocos – Ragragsak

Ilocos gave us the kind of fun you don’t really plan, it just happens. Every second, from the ride to the destination, turned into something memorable, from the simple laughs to the unexpected moments in between. It wasn’t just about where we went, but how we enjoyed every part of the journey together. This video is just a glimpse of everything the Compass Norte members experienced, a small piece of memories they’ll always look back on.

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COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map Pic O7: Ilocos Sur – Why does Ilocos have so many churches? Churches of Candon, Cervantes...
13/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Pic O7: Ilocos Sur – Why does Ilocos have so many churches?

Churches of Candon, Cervantes, and Sta. Cruz

Because Ilocos wasn’t just shaped by time—it was shaped by faith and colonization.

When the Spanish arrived in the 1500s, they brought Christianity with them. Led by Augustinian missionaries, they established towns and built churches in almost every community—not just as places of worship, but as centers of governance, culture, and daily life.

Many of these churches, like those built in the 1600s–1700s, became mission centers where locals were gathered, converted, and organized into new settlements.

That’s why Ilocos is filled with centuries-old churches—each one standing as a reminder of Spanish influence, deep-rooted Catholic faith, and the history that shaped the Ilocano identity.

More than just structures, they are stories carved in stone—of belief, colonization, and resilience.

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05/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Episode 02: Amburayan River, Kapangan – Flowing Through the Heart of Northern Luzon

From the towering heights of the Cordillera Mountains to the vast waters of the South China Sea, the Amburayan River tells a story that stretches across lands, cultures, and time.

Spanning 96 kilometers, this powerful river weaves its way through Benguet, La Union, and Ilocos Sur—serving not just as a natural boundary, but as a lifeline that connects communities and traditions in Northern Luzon.

More than its length, Amburayan is a symbol of movement, resilience, and quiet beauty—flowing endlessly, shaping the landscapes and stories of the people who live along its banks.

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03/04/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Reel 05: Amburayan River, Kapangan – Culture Flowing with the River

For generations, the Amburayan River has supported the daily lives of local communities. It provides irrigation for farms and supplies fish for food, making it essential to survival. More than that, it represents the Cordilleran way of life—where people live in harmony with nature and depend on it with respect and care.

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COMMPass Norte: Beyond the MapPic 05: Amburayan River, Kapangan – The Hidden GemA hidden gem flowing through the mountai...
31/03/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Pic 05: Amburayan River, Kapangan – The Hidden Gem

A hidden gem flowing through the mountains of Benguet, rich in natural beauty and quiet stories.

As we stand together in this place, we continue our mission of capturing and sharing local destinations that deserve to be seen and remembered.

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30/03/2026

COMMPass Norte: Beyond the Map

Reel 04: Amburayan River, Kapangan – A Place Shaped by Colonial History

The Amburayan region was once an official administrative district during the Spanish colonial period, established in 1890 to govern upland communities. It was mainly inhabited by the Kankanaey people and later became part of Benguet, La Union, and Ilocos Sur. This history reflects how the river basin was not only a natural resource but also a center of governance and cultural identity.

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