About Vigan

 

Vigan is a city located in the province of Ilocos Sur in the Philippines. It is known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture and heritage. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 for its unique blend of European and Asian architectural styles.

Vigan is famous for its cobblestone streets, ancestral houses, and horse-drawn carriages called "kalesa". It is home to numerous historical landmarks, including the iconic Calle Crisologo, a street lined with old Spanish-style houses that date back to the 18thVigan is a city located in the province of Ilocos Sur in the Philippines. It is known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture and heritage. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 for its unique blend of European and Asian architectural styles.

Vigan is famous for its cobblestone streets, ancestral houses, and horse-drawn carriages called "kalesa". It is home to numerous historical landmarks, including the iconic Calle Crisologo, a street lined with old Spanish-style houses that date back to the 18th