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Pagburnayan Jar Factory Leading a dynamic Filipino financial services group with a
global presence committed to delivering a whole range
of quality products and services that will create value
One of the very few remaining jar factories around and enrich the lives of customers, employees,
Vigan. It’s a popular must-try cultural activity that is shareholders and the communities they serve.
also part of a Vigan City tour. In order to help people
appreciate the industry of jar-making, the factory is
open for tourists who want to see and experience
UnionBank
pottery making first hand, from simple, basic designs to
more artistic earthen jars. A partnership among the Aboitiz Group, Insular Life and
Social Security System. It started operations in 1981
and became a commercial bank by January 19, 1982. In
Abel-Iloko Weaving Community July 1992, UnionBank was granted the license to
operate as a universal bank.
The traditional Abel cloth produced in Vigan is renowned
for its beauty and high quality. When you visit an Abel Information
showroom, you can enjoy a fulfilling experience where
you can learn about the trade, get to meet the Ilocos Sur Provincial
craftsmen, and purchase these traditional goods as Tourism Office
gifts.

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Rowilda’s Handloom Weaving
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With their bevy of multi-colored inabel or handwoven
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10-minute tricycle ride away from Calle Crisologo.
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itineraries, purchasing travel insurance, and much more. Located just before Calle Crisologo from Plaza Burgos.
It is dubbed as the home of the original Vigan royal the breathtakingly
bibingka or glutinous rice cake. There are many other
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shops that sell their own version of the delicacy but
locals still flock to Tongson’s for their royal bibingka.
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World Heritage Solidarity Day Calle Crisologo Accommodations
The City of Vigan joins other World Heritage Sites in a
celebration every 8th of September to encourage the
A well-preserved cobblestoned street that’s lined with Hotel Veneto De Vigan
ancestral houses dating back to the Spanish colonization
preservation of cultural heritage, both natural and man- of the Philippines in the 16th century. Its historical and
made, for the good of all. A 10-room hotel that offers amenities including free
cultural significance makes it a popular destination among WiFi in each room and free self parking in addition to its
millions of local and international travelers. restaurant. Plaza Salcedo and the Cathedral of Vigan
Viva Vigan Festival of Arts Historical Marker are both within a 5-minute stroll away
from this hotel.
Every first week of May, Viva Vigan is hosted. Calesa Vigan Cathedral
parades, binatbatan street dance, ramada sports, Ciudad Fernandina Hotel
religious rites, Santa Cruz, Bankathon, displays,
trade/food fairs, an abel-iloco fashion show, and other
An important landmark in Ilocos Sur’s capital city and is Only a 10-minute drive to Plaza Burgos. The hotel
thrilling activities are included.
also included in a Vigan City tour. The cathedral pays provides free WiFi access at all areas, complimentary
homage to Baroque architecture as seen in the ornate shuttle services and spa treatments. Rooms are well-
details outside and inside the church, although the
Natural Attractions cathedral has had its share of renovations too to make it
furnished and fully air-conditioned. Also with a cable TV
and a safety deposit box.
sturdier.
Food and Beverages
Bantay Church
Mindoro Beach Bell Tower Calle Brewery
One of Vigan’s most iconic symbols. It served as the The home of local craft beers and smoked meats. It is
town’s watchtower before being turned into a bell tower along Calle Crisologo and less than 200m away from
Offers a front-facing view of the West Philippine Sea.
by the nearby church in 1857. Syquia Mansion Museum. Calle Brewery has five
This beach, which has black but smooth and fine sand,
has some strong currents. Since Mindoro Beach is specialty beers named after local heroes such as
situated toward the west coast, it can be a good spot Passenger Transport Salakot ni Diego, Espada ni Lapu-Lapu, Canyon ni
for watching sunsets. Panday, Bigote ni Antonio, and Kabayo ni Gabriela. They
By Land also serve smoked meats and fresh seafood.

The cheapest mode of transportation to Vigan is by bus.

Although there are several bus routes to choose from, Casa Vicente Restaurant
Hidden Garden the costs are not significantly different. Public buses or
private cars traveling from Manila to Vigan should use the A rustic bar and restaurant at the crossroads of V. de
Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), North Los Reyes Street and Bonifacio Street, is a favourite
Luzon Expressway (NLEX), and Subic-Clark-Tarlac amongst couples for its charming ambiance. There is a
Expressway (SCTEX). special table and seating space in the restaurant’s
The Hidden Garden of Vigan, despite the name, is not
corner set aside for patrons who want to make
really hidden. It is found in the heart of Vigan City and is By Air romantic proposals. Ilocano cuisine is created and
frequented by locals and tourists alike. It got its name
cooked in a unique style using Italian techniques. Three
from the large backyard garden that is hidden from If you are short on time but prepared to spend extra of their best-selling dishes, including the beef dip,
those who are walking in Katipunan Street in front of it. money, flying to Vigan is a quick solution. Although there bonito’s favorite, and bone marrow with mixed veggies,
are no direct flights, you can travel to Laoag Airport from are available for customers to select from.
Manila and then take a bus to Vigan.