Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar

Some time ago I visited Bataan, here in the Philippines, for the first time. I was amazed by the scenery, which is remarkable; beautiful mountains, beaches and sea views, amongst everything else. What a richness this country has! Anyway, the highlight of the tour was when a friend suggested going to Las Casas de Acuzar at Bagac. Bagac is south of Olongapo on Subic Bay and is accessible by bus. Once again, the scenery en route is spectacular. I was expecting a beach and maybe a nice old village -- my friend and guide, Belgie, said 'There are old houses'. I wasn't even slightly prepared for what I saw. Las Casas de Acuzar is incredible. Very rarely can one genuinely say that the concept behind a project is truly awesome, but this one is. Old houses, all of them great buildings, colonial mansions, traditional Filipino manors and others, have been rescued from destruction and lovingly rebuilt at the site. The result is a walk-in museum of Filipino archi