Vigan Then and Now: From a Historic Municipality to a Thriving city

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    Vigan, where Spanish colonial character was left preserved, has literally changed its nature from a sleepy municipality into a booming city. It lies within Ilocos Sur, then a prospering trading center under Spanish rule when Chinese, Spanish, and local cultures fused seamlessly together. Its cobblestone streets, heritage houses, and horse-drawn carriages symbolized the town, which expressed the yester-years. Although located in the country, Vigan was an economic contributor to the trade because it was the hub of commerce where traders had roles in shaping the cultural and economic growth of Vigan. Vigan is now a UNESCO World Heritage City, holding on to the past glories while embracing modernity.  

    The city has still managed to be an international tourists' attraction due to the preserved Spanish heritage era, particularly along Calle Crisologo, where bygone ages and contemporary era have no wrinkles. Whereas old kalesas still crowd the streets, new restaurants, stores, and buildings have emerged and thrived, improving the economic life of the inhabitants. The development in technology and infrastructure enhanced the people's life and retained the heritage of the city.  

    In spite of modernization, Vigan managed to strike a balance between preservation and development. The cultural heritage compliance of the city in ancestral homes and ancient sites has been a model in heritage conservation. From a poor municipality steeped in history to a world-renowned city, Vigan continues to evolve while fiercely guarding the traditions and heritage that make it unique.

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