Manila, Feb. 5 -- The Department of Tourism in the Ilocos Region (DOT-1), in partnership with local government units (LGUs) from Pangasinan, La Union, Ilocos Sur, and Ilocos Norte, has launched a new historical tour circuit aimed at promoting the region's rich cultural heritage.

The initiative, which includes a guidebook and historical trail, seeks to enhance historical awareness and foster patriotism, particularly among younger generations.

The historical trail is based on a guidebook developed by Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU), featuring key historical sites across the four provinces.

These sites highlight significant events from pre-Spanish times to the Spanish colonial era, American rule, World War II, and c...