ABOUT
La Union is a province in the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region in the island of Luzon. Its capital is the city of San Fernando. Nicknamed as the surfing capital of the Northern Philippines, La Union is also known as the “Garden Coast” due to its bountiful botanical gardens.
LOCATION
Coordinates: 14°16′N 120°52′E 
FAST FACTS
The following are a few useful and interesting details about this province.
Plug commonly used is Type A but Types B and C are used as well.
Bring A to B adapter(s).
CLIMATE
The climate in La Union province is Tropical monsoon and classified as Am by the Köppen-Geiger system. The average temperature in La Union is 26.7 °C.
Since the main reason tourists go to La Union is surfing, the best time to visit is during the surf season in La Union – July to September due to the South Swell and December to January due to the North Swell.
The most appropriate clothing in this province is casual light clothing: shorts, t-shirt, sandals. Light jacket and pants at night, at higher elevations, and boating.
READ MORE: Climate & Weather in the Philippines
CITIES & TOWNS
The La Union province is divided into 19 Municipalities, 1 Component City:
- Agoo
- Aringay
- Bacnotan
- Bagulin
- Balaoan
- Bangar
- Bauang
- Burgos
- Caba
- Luna
- Naguilian
- Pugo
- Rosario
- San Fernando
- San Gabriel
- San Juan
- Santo Tomas
- Santol
- Sudipen
- Tubao
ISLANDS
There is 1 outlying island surrounding the mainland of La Union which is under the jurisdiction of the province.
- Sungyot Island
POINTS OF INTEREST
The following is a list of points of interest relating to the La Union province:
- Acapulco Beach
- Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Charity
- Bauang Beach
- Bulalakaw Falls
- Centennial Tree
- Christ The Redeemer Statue
- Csi Mall La Union
- Dupag Rock Formation
- Gapuz Grapes Farm
- Kamay na Bato
- Kultura Splash Wave Mountain Resort
- La Union Botanical Garden
- Lomboy Farms
- Lussok Crystal Cave
- Ma-Cho Temple
- Manna Mall
- Namacpacan Church
- Night Market SFC
- Occalong Falls
- Orpilla-Estigoy Grapes Farm
- Pagoda Hill
- Pindangan Ruins
- Poro Point Baywalk
- Poro Point Lighthouse
- Shrine of Our Lady of Charity
- St. John the Baptist
- St. William The Hermit Cathedral
- Sts Peter and Paul Parish
- Tangadan Falls
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
If you plan to visit the province of La Union, you can use the following sites to determine the best places to stay:
FESTIVALS
The following is a list of festivals celebrated in La Union throughout the year:
- Dinengdeng Festival (Last week of April to 1st week of May) – Agoo
FAQs
The following are the most frequently asked questions about the La Union province.
Where in the Philippines is La Union located?
La Union is located on the southwestern Ilocos Region in Northern Luzon.
Is La Union a city or province?
La Union is a province.
What is the Capital of La Union?
The capital of La Union is San Fernandao.
What is La Union famous for?
La Union is famous for surfing and botanical gardens.
How do I get to La Union?
There are several ways to get to La Union, the most common being from Manila:
- Bus | 6-7 hours | $9-$12
- Taxi | 4-6 hours | $80-$96
- Drive | 4-6 hours | $22-$32
- You can fly to an alternate airport (Clark), however the time will be approximately the same, but the cost will be significantly more.
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How many islands are in La Union?
There is 1 island in La Union province.
What does La Union mean?
La Union means “the union” in English.
How Safe is Traveling in La Union?
La Union is very safe for locals and tourists.
Is the climate in La Union the same as the rest of the Philippines?
The climate in La Union is considered tropical. It is similar to most provinces of the Philippines.
To learn more about the various climate types in the Philippines, and for a Climate Map, click the link below …
READ MORE: Climate & Weather of the Philippines
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