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THE HISTORIC CITY OF VIGAN: A World Heritage Site |
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The Vigan Sites |
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Calle Mena Crisologo |
St. Paul's Cathedral | Burgos National Museum |
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| Baluarte of Gov. Singson | Crisologo Museum | Bantay Belfry |
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| Abel-Iloco Weavers | Pagburnayan Jar Factory | Empanada Makers |
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| Arzobispado | Syquia Mansion | Plaza Salcedo |
| Mira Hills Eco-Park | Plaza Burgos | Mindoro Beach Resort |
| Vigan Longganisa Makers | Terracotta Pottery Makers | Antique Furniture Makers |
Established as the capital of the north in 1572 by Juan de Salcedo, Vigan is
the best-preserved example of a Spanish colonial town in Asia. Its architecture
blends cultural elements of Asia with those of Europe, creating a unique culture
and townscape without parallel anywhere else in Asia. Vigan was inscribed on the
UNESCO World Heritage list in 1999 for its exceptional cultural value.