Vigan, the capital city of Ilocos Sur, is the best place to reminisce the Spanish era. With the Spanish architectural design of the houses, hotels, shops, and restaurants, this place should indeed belong to the UNESCO World Heritage List. You should check in at a hotel along the Crisologo Street, where you can enjoy the view of the heritage village and enjoy strolling on the cobblestone walkways. Try Cordillera Inn –friendly staff and comfy rooms and pleasant hotel atmosphere in and out.

Places to visit are:

1. Syquia Mansion (Belongs to former president Elpidio Quirino)
2. Cirsologo Museum
3. Burgos Museum (Originally the home of Father Jose Burgos of Gomburza)
4. Quema House
5. Cathedral of Saint Paul
6. Archbishop Palace (with a museum of priceless colonial art)
7. Pagburnayan (Jar-Making) Factory
8. Plaza Burgos - has stalls serving Ilocos known Empanadas, Bibingka and Kalamay.
9. Baluarte – a mini zoo owned by Gov. Luis Chavit Singson.

The glorious way to visit these sites is to ride a calesa. It will take you to where you want to go and what a charming way to tour the town.

If you’re into Visita Iglesias during the Holy Week, Ilocos Sur boasts of old churches in Sta. Lucia, Candon, Narvacan, Bantay, San Vicente, Magsingal and Sinait. There are sandy beaches and caves, too. Sinait is also known for good quality garlic. The famous Tirad Pass is in Gregorio Del Pilar town.