ViganEstablished by the Spanish in the 16th century, Vigan is a
charming town, full of gorgeous architecture and redolent of the
Philippines' colonial history. Located about 250 miles (400km) from
Manila on the island of Luzon, Vigan is the best-preserved example
of a planned Spanish colonial town in the whole of Asia - a
distinction which has seen the town earn a place on UNESCO's list
of World Heritage Sites. Full of cobblestone streets and buildings
which fuse Spanish-Colonial architecture with Filipino and Oriental
designs, Vigan is a fascinating and highly photogenic place. There
is much to see and do in Vigan, including the hugely impressive
Baroque-style St Paul's Cathedral; and the opportunity to spend a
night in one of the grand colonial houses built by wealthy Chinese
traders in the city's 'Mestizo' district, some of which now double
as hotels. The best time to visit Vigan is in January, when the
annual Fiesta celebrations bring parties, variety shows, beauty
contests and a ge |
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