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VIVA VIGAN FESTIVAL

 

Ilocos Sur Viva Vigan FestivalPhoto from: julesmariano.com

 

Held every May 1-7, the Viva Vigan Festival of the Arts is a festival in a setting replete with history and heritage, cultural treasures and reminiscences.  It has has become one of the biggest cultural events in the North. Scene stealers are the Calesa Parade, Santacruzan, Inabel Fashion Show, Ramada contest, concerts, traditional games and the 2nd Vigan heritage amazing race.  Read More:   http://www.tourism.gov.ph

 

 Ilocos Sur Viva Vigan Festival2Photo from: julesmariano.com

 

The Viva Vigan Festival of the Arts started through the initiative of the local government and private sector to promote the unique but historic culture and arts of the Biguenos. Over the years, the Viva Vigan festival has become one of the biggest cultural event in the Northern Luzon, attracting thousands domestic and foreign tourists from different parts of the Philippines and the world.

Vigan is truly a place to see. Aside from seeing Heritage Village which was declared by UNESCO as one of the World’s Heritage sites, the food, the people, the churches, the many souvenirs you can buy, the rich history the city can boast of. Vigan is truly one memorable place to go. Read More:   http://www.etravelpilipinas.com/events_festivals/viva_vigan_festival.htm

 

Ilocos Sur Viva Vigan Festival3Photo from: www.ilocosdaily.com

 

The enchanting, historic charm of Vigan has made it one of the most precious heritage sites in the country that showcase historical and cultural values. This UNESCO-list heritage city comes more to life every first week of May during the Viva Vigan Binatbatan Festival of the Arts.

Coinciding with the Tres de Mayo, the Viva Vigan Binatbatan Festival of the Arts was first organized by the Save Vigan Ancestral Homes Association, Inc. (SVAHAI), and have always organized lots of exciting events that entertain and educate thousands of tourists and visitors.

Highlights of this year Viva Vigan Binatbatan Festival of the Arts are the floral offering at the marker of the Don Isabelo Delos Reyes, the country’s well-known father of labor union and an illustrious son of Vigan; formal declaration of the opening of the 2012 Viva Vigan Binatbatan Festival of the Arts; and the opening of the trade and food fair.  Read More:   – http://vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Viva-Vigan-Binatbatan-Festival-of-the-Arts-2012

 

 

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Photo from:  http://www.govisitphilippines.com/blog.php?blog=98

 

Photo from:  https://waytogo.cebupacificair.com/may-2016-festivals/

 

Photo from:  http://www.wintrextravel.com.ph/viganinfo.php

 

 

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Please Contact: Vigan Tourism Council c/o Mayor’s office Tel. (077)722-2466

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

 

Ilocos Sur is Part of Region I

Ilocos Sur – Home of World Heritage Vigan

Where is Ilocos Sur and How to Get There

Popular Tourist Spots in Ilocos Sur

Awesome Beaches in Ilocos Sur

Colorful Festivals in Ilocos Sur

Have Fun in Ilocos Sur

Ilocos Sur Photo Gallery

Ilocos Sur Video Collection

 

 

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Interesting Places to Visit in Siquijor

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Fun Activities To Do in Romblon

Having Fun in Isabela

 

 

 

 




 


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