This is a continuation of my Anawangin post. I was there on May 1 and 2.

You will see several islets once you reach Pundaquit's beach area. Two of the larger ones, Capones and Camara, can be reached by boat.

Camara is known for a sandbar that is visible during low tide. This sand bar connects it to another islet. You can catch a glimpse of it on the San Marino tuna commercial.

We were unable to visit Camara since the tide had turned and the direction of the waves made it difficult to approach by boat.

Capones island was surveyed and chosen to be a light house location during the Spanish colonial times. Succeeding governments knew the importance of the location and upgraded the site facilities over time.

The lighthouse performed a critical task, guiding ships traveling along the western coast of Luzon. The current structure contains a solar powered automated lighthouse.

There is an abandoned compound with sturdy stone buildings on top of the island. The old dilapidated structures used to house the lighthouse keepers.

The rocky beach of Capones isn't very inviting, however there were a few hardy beach bums who set up camp there.

We had to leave the island before sunset as it was difficult to disembark in Anawangin cove in the dark.

It was a fascinating trip, with a lot of pleasant surprises along the way. I really enjoyed this trip and I am planning to come back before the current year ends.

Until next time!