ILOILO is a diverse province steeped in history. Its past has seen a melting pot of different cultures which have left their mark in some towns. The best thing about traveling to Iloilo is exploring the history of its many towns. By doing so, it can help us understand how it became what it is today.
Southern Iloilo is also positioned as the heritage destination of the province and many people visit the area every year to see its historic attractions. Belonging to the First Congressional District comprising the towns of Oton, Tigbauan, Guimbal, Tubungan, Igbaras, Miagao and San Joaquin, it is the fourth largest in terms of land area and population in the province.
ILOILO — The number of barangays with confirmed clustering of dengue cases in Iloilo Province surged by 70 percent in just one week, raising alarms over the fast-spreading mosquito-borne disease.
Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) Area Director Donabel Asuncion of Western Visayas and Municipality of Guimbal Mayor Jennifer Garin-Colada unveiled the historic personalized stamps featuring various significant historical landmarks and tourist attractions of Guimbal town in IIoilo province such as the historic bantayan-Guimbal Watchtower, the 350-meter long Guimbal Bridge and Guimbal Plaza.
A 9-year-old Ilonggo singer is this year’s Junior Grand Champion Perform of the Year in the World at the recently concluded World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA).
Thedd Aldritz Geca Maglocot from Guimbal, Iloilo bagged the coveted award for his performance of Tom Jones’ “Delilah” during the grand finale held in Long Beach California, USA on August 4.
