{"id":45611,"date":"2019-07-05T06:00:16","date_gmt":"2019-07-04T22:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=45611"},"modified":"2019-07-05T17:18:10","modified_gmt":"2019-07-05T09:18:10","slug":"6-souvenir-shops-to-visit-in-banaue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2019\/07\/05\/6-souvenir-shops-to-visit-in-banaue\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Souvenir Shops to Visit in Banaue"},"content":{"rendered":"

Banaue is known for many beautiful things that you will not see and experience in other places. Among those things are the magnificent rice terraces, Ifugao culture, and the flourishing craft and artistry.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, pictures are not enough to keep a memory of how\u00a0incredible\u00a0the whole Banaue experience is. That\u2019s why we compiled 6 souvenir shops in Banaue that you must visit to get your mementos before going back to Manila!<\/span><\/p>\n

Patina Art Gallery<\/b><\/h3>\n

If there’s one thing synonymous to Ifugao, it\u2019s the fascinating woodcraft that is long rooted in the locals’ culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Patina Artist Gallery<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Situated in Banaue is one hidden trove to all sorts of Bul-ol<\/em> figures. <\/span>Patina Artist Gallery<\/b> is home to Delfin Campol\u2019s wide collection of Bul-ol carved into wood panels, pine tree wood, and stone. The Bul-ol is an Ifugao rice god or guardian associated with good harvests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Bul-ol pieces from Delfin Campol’s collection<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Most of the pieces here are for sale ranging from Php 6,500 to Php 8,500<\/strong> (panel).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: <\/span><\/i>Patina Artist Gallery in Banaue: An Exhibit of Delfin Campol\u2019s Bul-ol Sculptures<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Address: Ilogue, Brgy. Tam-an, Banaue, Ifugao
\n<\/span>Operating Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n

Banaue Hotel<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you’re staying at <\/span>Banaue Hotel and Youth Hostel, <\/b>don\u2019t forget to check out some of the souvenir stalls in the lobby, where you can see different gifts you can buy as a memento of your whole trip.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Banaue Hotel<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

They offer keychains, woven bags and wallets, wood carvings, and <\/span>Ifugao textiles\u00a0<\/b>like\u00a0Ikat runners, bed covers and blankets. The Ifugao textiles being sold here are made at the back of the hotel, where tourists can see for themselves how each textile product is made.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Ikat textile<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: <\/span><\/i>Banaue Hotel and Youth Hostel: An Old World Charm Offering Elegance In Every Stay<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Address: Ilogue, Brgy. Tam-an, Banaue, Ifugao<\/span><\/p>\n

House of Ekolife<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"\"House of Ekolife tourist center<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

After exploring the history and culture of Banaue, drop by <\/span>House of Ekolife<\/b> located just below the Banaue Museum. This souvenir center and cafe is your one-stop shop for all Ifugao delicacies, snacks,\u00a0among other sumptuous food.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Tinawon Rice Cookies<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

House of Ekolife promotes the livelihood of OFWs through social enterprise, which is why most of the products consist of <\/span>Ifugao treats. <\/b>These include\u00a0Tinawon rice cookies, Ifugao native rice coated polvoron, coffee bars, and the well-known Kabunyan blend Benguet coffee.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Kel’s Coffee Kabunyan Blend<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

You may also want to check out the different accessories and display of paintings for sale.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0LIST: Must-Visit Food Spots in Banaue<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Address: GF Banaue Museum, Brgy. Poblacion, Banaue, Ifugao
\nBusiness hours: 7 am to 9 pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Bangaan Rice Terraces<\/b><\/h3>\n

Upon arriving in one of the 5 UNESCO World Heritage Site in Banaue, <\/span>Bangaan Rice Terraces<\/b>,<\/span> you will be welcomed by warm greetings from the village locals and little stalls carrying modest souvenirs.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Bangaan\u00a0Village<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Most of their products are <\/span>necklaces<\/b> with carved wood pendant, <\/span>weaved baskets<\/b>, <\/span>ref magnets<\/b>, and <\/span>wooden <\/b>balisong<\/i><\/b> or butterfly knife. Tourists also have a chance to try on the Ifugao\u2019s native attire<\/span> called <\/span>Torke <\/span><\/i>(tor-ke) for free.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Wooden souvenirs from Bangaan Village<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: <\/span><\/i>Bangaan Rice Terraces in Banaue: A Jar-Like Cultural Heritage For Trekking Beginners<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Address: Bissang, Tam-an, Banaue, Ifugao<\/span><\/p>\n

Batad Rice Terraces and Tappiyah Falls trail<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"\"Batad Rice Terraces<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

While on the trail to <\/span>Batad Rice Terraces and Tappiya Falls<\/b>, have a quick stopover at some of the small souvenir stalls selling various products made by the locals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Souvenir stalls in Batad trail<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

These include keychains, necklaces, accessories, wallets, and many more. There are also stalls selling freshly harvested <\/span>organic red rice<\/b> for only <\/span>Php 80<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Organic Red Rice<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: <\/span><\/i>Begin Banaue: A Journey to Ifugao Hospitality, Local Gourmet, and Breathtaking Views<\/span><\/i><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Address: Batad, Banaue, Ifugao<\/p>\n

Banaue Welcome Arch<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"\"Banaue welcome arch<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Lastly, before finally going out of Banaue, ask your tour driver to make a quick stop at the Banaue Welcome Arch<\/strong> for last minute souvenir shopping. Here, you can buy different styles of t-shirts, bags, accessories, and delicacies\u00a0that you weren\u2019t able to buy in the town proper.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0Batad, Banaue, Ifugao<\/p>\n

Which of these souvenirs would you like to take home for your family and friends? Share it with us in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Written\u00a0 by Deneca Ordinanza<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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