Vigan Spanish Houses
Vigan houses before the colonization of Spain were made from light-weight materials such as bamboo, nipa and cogon. These were called bahay-kubo and are airy and easy to clean, but were of no match to the typhoons that visit the land during the wet season, or even the occasional fires.
An Architectural Tour of Vigan’s Heritage Village
2023年3月14日 · This cobblestoned street, lined with old Spanish-era houses, is a peek into Vigan’s past – the cozy cafes that still use kerosene lamps, heritage churches, an old ancestral house and monuments decorating the street help to …
Vigan's Spanish Colonial Legacy: Exploring its History and …
2023年10月18日 · Villa Angela, built 1859 by Agapito Florencio y Bonifacio, was the first Vigan house to be reused as a pension after it was restored. The house is furnished with etched mirrors and hanging lamps of wrought iron and glass, imported from Europe.
THE MANSIONS OF VIGAN - Lakwatserong Tsinelas
Vigan City is a huge diorama of Philippine history. Aligned residential houses and even commercial establishments is a museum in itself. But there are prominent personalities from the history of the Filipino people whose lives give interest to all.
VIGAN • Ancestral Houses: How Does (and Should) the Rooftop …
The original ancestral houses of Vigan were made by Chinese traders who settled here. The architectural influence of the Chinese is evident in the roofing of these houses.
Vigan: A Time Capsule of Spanish Colonial Architecture in the
Vigan’s Architectural Marvels: A Fusion of Cultures. Beyond its streets, Vigan boasts a blend of Philippine, Chinese, and Spanish architectural influences. Notable structures include the Vigan Cathedral, St. Paul’s Metropolitan Cathedral, and various …
Vigan’s Great Heritage Sites - Vigattin Tourism
2014年1月22日 · Old Vigan Colonial Houses are ancestral houses built mostly by rich Chinese traders. These are made of thick brick walls and plastered with red clay. Syquia Mansion is an ancestral house located in Vigan, Ilocos Sur.
Calle Crisologo, Vigan: Step Back in Time | History, Heritage, Charm
The well-preserved houses along Calle Crisologo (also known as Mena Crisologo) were once ancestral homes of prominent figures. Wealthy families prospered here during the period of Filipino-Chinese trading, dealing in products like abel cloth, gold, indigo, and tobacco.
Houses | Vigan.ph
Vigan Houses Vigan’s inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List is due to the preservation of around 187 residential, institutional, commercial and religious structures that transport visitors to the past. What’s amazing about these structures is that they continue to be used by current locals as they were used by […]
Information about Vigan Heritage Village - Guide to the Philippines
One of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit in the Philippines is Vigan Heritage Village, located in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. It is known for its cobblestone streets, centuries-old stone houses, and a mix of Spanish and Filipino architectural styles that …