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Ilocos Sur

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Vigan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site globally recognized as Asia's best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town. Walking down its cobblestone Calle Crisologo feels like stepping back in time, complemented by local culinary staples like savory Vigan longganisa and crunchy empanada.

Type
City
Province
Ilocos Sur
Region
Ilocos Region
Island
Luzon
Area Size
25.12
Latitude
17.57472
Longitude
120.3869

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Walking down cobblestone Calle Crisologo, heritage museums, and savoring native empanada.

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