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Gigantes Islands in Carles Iloilo

The city of Iloilo is one of the many perfect destinations in the Philippines. Iloilo is a tiny island located in the Western Visayas region. It has a rich culture and a noteworthy history on the humble beginning of this place. Iloilo comes from the word Irong-Irong, which means a tongue of land that sticks out like a nose on the south of Iloilo River. It has been told in the Maragtas legend that Iloilo way back in the 13th century, Datu Puti landed at the mouth of the Swaragan River, currently and presently known as the town of San Joaquin. It dates back to the Spanish period of colonization, starting out as a small grouping of fishermen’s hamlets from the Iloilo River. The language they speak is Hiligaynon or Ilonggo. Ilonggos are happy yet simple people. Most of their people are Catholics but old pagan traditions are sometimes applied in their culture. Old folks believe on tamawo, encanto  or fairies. They are environmental sipirits which Ilonggos believed in a long time ago.

Barangay Hall of Iloilo

Iloilo is a place where tourists come to enjoy their vacation. Unlike other places, it has almost everything a tourist needs to explore. Ilonggos have Dinagyang Festival wherein they celebrate and honor Sr. Sto Nino and the arrival of the Malay settlers in Panay. It has rich Spanish-colonial parishes that everyone can visit because of their classic architectural designs. In between of these celebrations, Iloilo has historical heritage sites that could bring us to the old times. Also, visitors and tourists never fail to taste the delicious food in the place. They have their unique and magical ways of cooking their La Paz Batchoy, Pancit Molo, baye-baye, inday-inday, barquillos, pinasugbo, and biscocho.
When people go somewhere to have fun, they usually go to a place where they can find extraordinary food trip and beautiful places like no other. While traveling to the different destinations of Iloilo, tourists come and visit the Angelicum School located at the District of Jaro which is decorated with magnificent Christmas decorations every December. For those who want to have a peaceful and serene place to relax and think, people go to Iloilo River Esplanade. This is also one the best places to have a family bonding with its clean and blue water, big trees and the fresh air coming from the sea. The famous landmarks in the city include St. Anne parish church, Central Philippines University, Smallville Complex, Calle Real, and Sanson y Montinola Antillan Ancestral House.

Lopez Mansion Iloilo City

For the people who love outdoor activities, they can have a one of a kind experience to Iloilo’s outdoor activities. These include Sta. Barbara Golf Course, Dapdap and Buaya beaches, and Iloilo River Esplanade. These famous destinations are known for their perfect ambiance and perfect for family bonding. In addition, one can also explore and go on a different trip to experience God-made tourist destinations. Iloilo has picturesque beaches. We have Agho Island in Concepcion, Iloilo, and the Gabugaw Gamay Island in Gigantes Islands, Carles, Iloilo.
Explore, experience, and indulge in the different sceneries both man-made and God-made spots in Iloilo. This is truly a place where one can experience the richness of the culture in the Philippines. With the magnificent and breathtaking views and tourists spots, Iloilo offers the best and quality living and experience not just for the Ilonggos but also to the travelers and visitors of the city.