Buscalan Village

Buscalan Village is a village where the famous tattoo artist Whang-od lives and practices her craft. She is considered as the last mambabatok, or traditional tattooist, of the Kalinga people. Visitors can get inked by her or her apprentices, and experience the culture and hospitality of the village.

Buscalan Village is located in Tinglayan, Kalinga, a province in the Cordillera region of the Philippines. It is about 15 kilometers away from Bontoc, the capital of Mountain Province. It can be reached by a 4-hour bus ride from Bontoc and a 1-hour hike from the drop-off point.

Buscalan Village is a place of beauty and tradition, as it showcases the art and lifestyle of the Kalinga people. The village has about 200 houses, made of wood and thatched roofs. The village also has a school, a clinic, and a basketball court. The villagers are mostly farmers, who grow rice, coffee, and vegetables.

Buscalan Village is also a place of adventure and discovery, as it offers a unique and memorable experience for visitors. They can get a tattoo from Whang-od or her apprentices, using a bamboo stick and a thorn. The tattoo designs are based on the Kalinga symbols and meanings, such as animals, plants, and geometric patterns. They can also interact with the villagers, who are friendly and hospitable. They can learn about their customs, stories, and songs.