Looking for a beach sans the overcrowding of tourists? The Sentinela Beach in Claveria, Cagayan is the perfect sun and beach getaway for you! The beach is flanked with rock formations giving you that rugged beauty vibe as you walk along its fine sand. Swim with friends and be rejuvenated by its cool waters during summer. Immerse yourself completely and feel at peace as you listen and watch the water crash against the rocks and reach the shore. Tourists usually stay longer and enjoy the golden hours pass by and then watch the beautiful sun set to cap off their visit.

Legend has it that the iconic twin rock formations adorning the northern boundary of Taggat Lagoon were a wealthy, but uncharitable couple who refused an elderly couple any help when they came and asked for some of their fish catch.

In punishment for their offense, their only son (ubing-ubing), playing on the eastern coast was turned into a rock. In deep anguish, and even before they repented, the couple eventually transformed into bodies of rock in the middle of the sea. Hence, the twin rocks called Apo Lakay-lakay and Apo Baket-baket.

The lagoon acts as a sentinel protecting moored fishing boats from big waves and typhoons. Living along the coast of this cove is a fisherfolk community. Explorers can do some rock climbing to have a better view of the small cove and the lagoon.