President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday said that tourists will soon have another reason to visit the province of Pangasinan, as he led the groundbreaking ceremony for Alaminos City’s Sky Garden Project, envisioned as an elevated park and viewing deck.

The Sky Garden will offer panoramic views of the iconic Hundred Islands National Park and its surrounding natural landscapes.

President Marcos praised Pangasinan’s people and public officials for taking the initiative to construct the Sky Garden, which is expected to boost tourism and the local economy further.

“Ngayong araw, ating tutunghayan ang isa na namang kaabang-abang na proyekto dito sa inyong lalawigan—ang Sky Garden,” President Marcos said.

He noted that Pangasinan has always been one of the country’s most popular summer destinations, especially because of the famed Hundred Islands National Park.

“Tunay na pinabibilib ako ng Pangasinan kasi hindi kayo nakuntento sa likas na yaman at pinagbuti pa ninyo ito,” he added.

The Sky Garden Project symbolizes pride, progress, collaboration, and an inclusive public space for all Filipinos.

President Marcos emphasized that the Sky Garden is a joint initiative of the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), and the city government of Alaminos.

“Isang kagandahan ng Sky Garden ay pang-buong pamilya ito. Kaming mga Gen Z, pwedeng mag-vlog at mag-‘My Day’ dito,” the President said, adding that senior citizens will also be able to enjoy the elevated gardens.

With PhP249.8 million in funding from TIEZA, the Sky Garden Project is expected to be completed by March 15, 2026.

“Tulungan ninyo po ang pamahalaang lungsod ng Alaminos upang mapabilis at maayos ang pagtatayo nito,” President Marcos urged.

“Hangarin natin na maghatid ang Sky Garden ng sigla at magbigay-daan para sa mas maraming bisita at trabaho para sa mga taga-rito,” he concluded. | PND