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8 Instagram spots around Vigan
Vigan’s historic centre brings together old houses, public plazas and living craft traditions. Several historic buildings have undergone repairs, so check what is visible before your visit.
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Calle Crisologo Vigan
Walk the pedestrian street of Calle Crisologo and frame the old houses along the paving. The district is lived in, so respect residents and ask before photographing people.
Search Google MapsPlaza Salcedo Dancing Fountain Vigan
At Plaza Salcedo, the fountain adds water to the historic city setting. If the show is running, compose it from the public square and check the schedule locally.
Search Google MapsSaint Paul Metropolitan Cathedral Vigan
From Plaza Salcedo, look toward St Paul’s Cathedral. If the façade is visible during any repair work, include it in a frame with the square.
Search Google MapsSyquia Mansion Museum Vigan
The Syquia Mansion is one of Vigan’s heritage houses. Frame the building from the public street and check the museum’s current access before planning to enter.
Search Google MapsPlaza Burgos Vigan
Plaza Burgos is a setting for local food stalls and seasonal markets. When stalls are operating, ask vendors before photographing their displays.
Search Google MapsPadre Burgos House Vigan
The National Museum’s Padre Burgos House is a heritage building in Vigan. From the public street, frame its exterior if it is visible around any restoration work.
Search Google MapsOld Carcel Vigan National Museum
The former jail building at Old Carcel offers a different façade. Look for a view from the public street if repair work leaves the exterior visible.
Search Google MapsRG Jar Factory Vigan
At the RG Jar Factory in Pagburnayan, local makers continue Vigan’s burnay pottery tradition. Ask the workshop about visitor access and permission before photographing pots or artisans.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- UNESCO, Historic City of Vigan
- UNESCO, Vigan conservation and Calle Crisologo
- National Historical Commission, Syquia Mansion
- Philippine Information Agency, weather suspension of Vigan fountain
- Philippine Information Agency, Plaza Burgos bazaar
- National Museum of the Philippines, Ilocos
- Philippine Information Agency, RG Jar Factory in Pagburnayan