Vigan, Philippines

Vigan
Registered Sector: 
Historic Town of Vigan
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Historical Reference: 
  • Vigan, established in the 16th century, is the best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town in Asia. Its architecture reflects the coming together of cultural elements from elsewhere in the Philippines and from China with those of Europe to create a unique culture and townscape without parallel anywhere in East and Southeast Asia.
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Registration Criteria: 
C (ii) (iv)