VIGAN CITYHOOD

                             

                The City of Vigan was founded in 1572 by Spanish conquistador Juan de Salcedo. Vigan became a centre for Spanish political, religious, and commercial operations in the northern Philippines. Ciudad Fernandina, named for King  Ferdinand II, was highly inspired by Spanish architecture and culture, as demonstrated by its well-preserved historic quarter.            

       

Vigan City, the provincial capital, is located roughly 408 kilometres north of Manila, 139 kilometres north of San Fernando City, La Union, the regional capital, and 80 kilometres south of Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. Sixteen (16) municipalities and two (2) cities, Vigan and Candon, are located along the shore, primarily in lowland areas. The very first congressional district of Ilocos Sur is controlled by a mayor and a city council under the Local Government Code. The mayor, vice mayor, and councillors are elected directly upon by the people during an election.

     

Vigan is notable for retaining much of its Hispanic colonial heritage, particularly its grid street pattern and old urban layout. Its significance also stems from how the many architectural elements are combined to create an attractive townscape. Vigan was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its distinctive blend of Asian and European architecture. Today, it is a renowned tourist site, known for its rich history and cultural value.

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Clashing quarantine guidelines cripple Ilocos Sur COVID-19 Task Force. (April 20, 2020). Philippine Star. Retrieved from https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.philstar.com/nation/2020/04/20/2008515/clashing-quarantine-guidelines-cripple-ilocos-sur-covid-19-task-force/amp/

Vigan, Philippines recognized for best practice in World Heritage site management. (October 21, 2012). UNESCO. Retrieved from  https://whc.unesco.org/en/news/948

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Geographical Profile | Province of Ilocos Sur. (n.d.). Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur. Retrieved from https://mis.ilocossur.gov.ph/geographical-profile/

Historic City of Vigan. (n.d.) UNESCO. Retrieved from https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/502/

Vigan | History Timeline. (n.d.) History Timelines. Retrieved from https://historytimelines.co/timeline/vigan

Vigan - Wikipedia (n.d.) Wikipedia Retrieved from https://en.m.wikipedia.org/KOwiki/Vigan

New Year, New Me? I Hope So!

            2024 was not my best year. I faced a lot of struggles and problems that I thought I couldn't overcome. But here I am today. I am about to accept what 2025 could offer. As the year 2025 starts, I am hoping it is a better year than 2024. I pray that it will give me more strength and motivation to keep me going throughout the year to be able to face future challenges and accept opportunities. 

          Furthermore, I wish to improve my weaknesses so I will be able to grow in things that do. Things like managing my time in studies but at the same time prioritizing myself, especially my mental health.  I also would like to try new things, like sports and baking. 

          To conclude, I believe in the quote that my teacher once said: "There is no harm in trying." So we have to keep trying, because that's what life is all about. 

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The Science of Fireworks. (n.d). Ontario Science Center. Retrieved from https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/science-at-home/diy-science-fun/the-science-of-fireworks

Last Christmas! (2024)

          Christmas is about the birth of God's son, Jesus. It's about how he came to give us love, joy, and hope. I spent my Christmas vacation with my family, friends, and including pets. Our Christmas Vacation started on December 21st. 

 

        My aunt and cousins came home for the holidays so days before Christmas eve, we went to places in Vigan like the Vigan night market, dancing fountain, the Ilocos Sur capitol, Calle Crisologo, and more. My cousin and I tried new things like baking. We made a lot of banana bread as snacks.

 

         Moreover, I spent more time playing and walking with our two dogs named Kimchi and Sunshine. We also watched movies and played board games. On Christmas and new year's eve we ate and bonded together as a family. I spent my Christmas vacation in a simple way but I enjoyed it because people who are important in my life made it memorable. 

 

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