The city of Vigan is located on the West Bank of the Philippine island of Luzon. It is the capital of the island province of Ilocos sur. With a population of slightly more than 9 thousand people. Here was born the 6th President of the Philippines'elpidio, Quirino.

The city is listed as a UNESCO world Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO due to the numerous buildings, preserved from the times of the Spanish colony. Vigan is famous for its cobblestone streets and unique architecture, combining elements of traditional Filipino and European colonial styles.

Once on the territory of Wigan was a settlement of traders, who came to the Philippines from China's Fujian province. They called this place "Bee Gan", which means "beautiful shore." Hence the modern name of the city. Still a lot of families live here, in which mixed Chinese and Spanish roots.

During the Spanish colony, the city was officially called Villa Fernandina in honor of Prince Ferdinand, the firstborn of the Spanish king Philip II, who died at 4 years of age. Vigan is a unique Philippine city as it is one of the few cities that has preserved its historical heritage since the 16th century.

Among the most impressive buildings of Vigan Cathedral of Saint. Paul, where are buried the great Ilocano poet Leona Florentino. It also keeps a copy of the statues of the Santo Cristo Milagroso. Near the Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop is the only existing residence, built during the Spanish colony. In front of the Cathedral is the Plaza Salcedo, named after the Spanish Conquistador Juan de Salcedo. And just behind the Cathedral, Plaza Burgos, dedicated to the memory of Filipino Martyr Jose Burgos. On the West side of the square is one of the most popular tourist spots of Vigan cafe "Vigan Empanadaan", where you can taste the famous "empanadas" – Spanish empanadas, and sinangle" - a traditional roast of beef offal.

In the area Baburajan can be seen as made famous vigansky jugs "Burny". To experience nature is to go to a mini-zoo Baluarte, where you can see tigers, or in the Secret Garden – a beautiful Park with a small cafe, hidden among the thickets of trees.

Finally, be sure to walk on the most famous street in the city MENA Crisologo street – this street brought the world famous Wigan, thanks to its cobbled floors and built in 16th and 17th century houses. Tourists can buy Souvenirs here, or you can ride in "kalesa - double Phaeton convertible.