Tag Archive 'Heritage'

One of Guimaras‘ famous landmarks is the summer house of the Lopez Clan built atop a hill, also known as Roca Encantada or “Enchanted Rock”. Continue Reading »

Built in 1880, the Navalas Church is the oldest roman catholic church and the only existing heritage church in the Island of Guimaras. Continue Reading »

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“); } ?>Even in its ruined state, the Laguda House continues to capture the awe of onlookers with its mysterious aura that never fails to spark the memories of its glorious days. Continue Reading »

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The glorious old Church of Igbaras lie in ruins beside the town’s new church. Built in 1878, the old limestone church of Igbaras used to have a big convent and was one of the longest churches in Iloilo. Continue Reading »

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“); } ?>The Alimodian Church was first constructed in 1787 by Fr. Florencio Martin. The structure was became famous because of its artistic belfry, which used to be one of the tallest among churches in Iloilo and Negros. Continue Reading »

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“); } ?>The first gravity irrigation dam in Iloilo was built in Santa Barbara in 1921 during the Commonwealth period. Continue Reading »

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“); } ?>The culture of the town of Tigbauan reflects a society with diverse influences and traditions. And to express this cultural richness, Saludan a cultural festivity was organized to showcase the town’s distinct traditional activity in a celebration of dance and music. Continue Reading »

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“); } ?>Inaugurated in 1884, Janiuay cemetery was hailed as the most artistic cemetery in the Philippines. In fact, it was once featured in the National Geographic Magazine. Continue Reading »

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“); }; ?>Built at the twilight of Spanish rule, San Joaquin cemetery was initiated by Fray Mariano Vamba, the last Augustinian parish priest of the town. Terraced stone steps culminate at the cemetery’s crowning glory—its capilla, sumptuously decorated with stone carvings of a distinct floral and leaf pattern. Continue Reading »

Latest updates about Iloilo City Hall

• Savings of P36M seen in construction of new City Hall
• Architect defends New City Hall project
• Treñas: New City Hall, train, port terminal up in 3 years
• Iloilo City Hall in Mall
• Iloilo City Hall: New design, a fusion of Iloilo City’s icons
• New Perspective of the Iloilo City Hall
• Architect’s perspectives of the new Iloilo City Hall

Project Details: Currently, the offices of the City Government has moved to the third floor of Robinsons Place Iloilo months ago to give way to the demolition of the old city hall building near Plaza Libertad and construction of a new seven story edifice on the same site.

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