November 15, 2012 San Carlos City PPO’s “Lakbay Aral” 2012 In observance of the National Correctional Consciousness Week (NACOCO), the San Carlos City PPO had decided to commemorate the occasion by conducting an Educational Tour on “Lakbay Aral” in Vigan City last October 26, 2012. This kind of activity which was a long-time dream was already included in the proposed program of activities for 2012 last year. The personnel and the Officers and members of the volunteer association of their office had worked hand in hand to outsource all the possible mean. The office personnel volunteer and our client had brought along one (1) member of their family in order to see and witness themselves the different tourist spots in Vigan City likewise to experience its one-of-a-kind and rich cultural heritage. As requested from Hon. Eva Marie S. Medina, City Mayor of Vigan City, Ilocos Sur thru the intercession of OIC/SPPO Corazon Dagdag of Vigan City Parole and Probation Office, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, we were provided with a Tour Guide who have served us to get more acquainted with the rich history of the place as we enjoy our tour. We have chosen to visit Vigan City, knowing that it is one of Philippines most beautiful cities as it showcase the Spanish heritage of the country. Vigan City is located at the northern part of the Philippines and its historical center, which is called the heritage village, is listed on the UNESCO world heritage list since December 2, 1999 for its unique Spanish colonial history in Asia and the very well preserved Spanish monumental building which were build in the 18 th century. The following are the tourist spots which were visited: Republic of the Philippines Department of Justice PAROLE AND PROBATION ADMINISTRATION Region I SAN CARLOS CITY PAROLE AND PROBATION OFFICE Hall of Justice, Bliss Compound, Pagal, San Carlos City, Pangsinan