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Most resorts and infrastructures of San Fabian were destroyed or severely damaged by the earthquake of July 16, 1990. A number of barangays sank 1 to 2m.

Closest to San Fabian is Center Beach. Another developed long beach is found near Bolasi, 4km (2.5mi) from San Fabian towards Agoo. Both have gray sand, are suitable for swimming and wind surfing, and are accessible by tricycle.

Accommodation on Center Beach

Holiday Village Beach Resort (41)
rest, quiet, nice cottages
Breman's Resthouse (42) beach house
rest, simple
Center Beach Resort (43) totally destroyed in July, 1990 quake
Lazy "A" Resort (44) totally destroyed in July, 1990 quake

Accommodation at Bolasi

Presidential Rest House (45)
This was the place where former President Marcos and First Lady Imelda rested during their travels through Pangasinan. The complex is situated in a big garden on the beach. All rooms are in splendid native design.

San Fabian Resort (46) (form. Bahong Lipuna)
rest, swpl, 4 tennis courts

Windsurf Beach Resort (47)
cot 250 (tb,sala); rest, newly constructed cottages in a nice garden, windsurf boards for rent, good value

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