Unraveling Kiangan is like unveiling culture and history. This unassuming town though largely overshadowed by its more famous neighbors Banaue and Batad has carved out its own identity recently. Unknown to many tourists, Kiangan is the oldest town in Ifugao and is supposedly believed to be the birthplace of Ifugao culture. The name itself speaks volume about ancient beliefs here, rooted in the word “Kiyyangan” which is believed to be the dwelling of Wigan and Bugan, legendary ancestors in Ifugao folklore.
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How to get to Kiangan, Ifugao
Manila to Kiangan, Ifugao
Ohayami Bus in Sampaloc, Manila has a trip to Lagawe/Kiangan that departs at 9:30 PM. Alternatively, you can take a bus bound for Banaue that leaves Manila at 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Tell the driver you are bound for Kiangan which is 30 minutes away from Banaue.
Baguio to Kiangan
If coming from Baguio, you can take the Ohayami bus bound for Lagawe at 9:00 PM, tell the conductor you are off to Kiangan. Alternatively, you can also board a bus to Banaue that departs at 9:00 PM.
Lagawe to Kiangan, Ifugao
There are regular jeeps that run between Lagawe and Kiangan. Travel time is 25 minutes.
Schedule of Ohayami Bus Trips
MANILA
| Departure | Route |
| 09:00 PM | Manila – Banaue |
| 09:30 PM | Manila – Lagawe/Kiangan |
| 10:00 PM | Manila – Banaue |
BANAUE
| Departure | Route |
| 06:30 PM | Banaue – Manila |
| 07:00 PM | Banaue – Manila |
| 05:30 PM | Banaue – Baguio |
BAGUIO
| Departure | Route |
| 09:00 PM | Baguio – Lagawe |
| 09:00 PM | Baguio-Banaue |
LAGAWE/KIANGAN
| Departure | Route |
| 07:45 PM | Lagawe – Manila |
| 06:30 PM | Lagawe – Baguio |
GETTING AROUND IN KIANGAN
Register at the Kiangan, Municipal Hall and inquire about hiring a guide for your trek to Nagacadan Rice Terraces and Julungan Rice Terraces in Kiangan. Or for the more adventurous, to Pangaggawan Cave and Mt.Kapungan.
KIANGAN, IFUGAO TOURS
I joined the Cordillera Caravan 2015 organized by PHILTOA (Philippine Tour Operators Association). For inquiries about tours, contact them at (02) 812 4513/ (02) 822 6964 or email them at [email protected] / [email protected]
KIANGAN, IFUGAO TOURIST SPOTS
War Memorial Shrine
Ifugao Museum
Nagacadan Terraces and Julungan Terraces
Ambuwaya Lake
Panggagawan Cave
Mt.Kapugan
WHERE TO STAY IN KIANGAN
There are a handful of hotels and homestay in Kiangan, Ifugao
Kiangan Viewpoint Homestay
Dugong, Ambabag, Kiangan
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Lena’s Pension House
Pico, Ifugao, Kiangan
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Jo and Son’s Store and Homestay
Poblacion, Kiangan
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Tindaan Homestay
Poblacion, Kiangan
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Luz Martin Homestay
Mabbalat, Kiangan
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