Aurora's wealth of natural wonder is matched by its rich history. Artifacts excavated in Baler suggest a bustling pre-colonial community engaged in hunting and gathering; and linked to the outside world by Chinese merchants trading porcelain and fineries with the locals' gold and forest products.

In 1609, a mission was founded by Franciscan friars in Baler, formally establishing Spanish presence in the area and attracting migrants from neighboring localities. A great tidal wave known as the "Tromba Marina" wiped out the old township in 1735, laving only a few families alive. From this original settlers sprang forth a community that paved way for the establishment of what is now Aurora Province.

Aurora claims is rightful place in Philippine History as the site of the historic "Siege of Baler," the gallant display of resistance by local revolutionaries against Spanish rule, leading to the surrender of the last remaining Spanish force in the country in 1899. Discover this colorful episode in history by visiing the Baler History Trail- a cluster of historic landmarks at the heart of Baler.

Other important sites to visit include Ermita Hill of Baler, a hilltop forest reservation that served as refuge for the families that survived the "Tromba Marina," Dikaloyungan, the site of the declaration of resistance by the local revolutionary movement againts spanish rule, Santa Isabel chapel in Sitio Castillo, a Spanish-ea lookout tower used by the townsfolk during the height of the pirate invasions; and Dibut Bay, the landing site of the USSNarwhal, carrier of american armaments and supplies used by the local guerilla units during World War II.